Draw a fantasy map

It’s one thing to draw a lake in a nice open region, but how can you realistically draw it tucked into the mountains? In this map tip, we’ll look into how a lake forms, and then help you to learn how to draw one on your fantasy maps!

There is something mysterious about a swirling vortex of water that seems to be draining into the depths of the ocean. In this tutorial I’ll walk you through some easy steps so you can draw your own whirlpool on your fantasy maps. #mapeffects #dnd #rpg #tutorial #howtodraw #dungeonsanddragons

Canyons are a striking feature of any landscape and can really be a focal point in the story you're telling. In this tutorial, you will learn how to draw canyons that bring a sense of depth to the landscape and make your fantasy map really stand out.

The methods and styles for drawing a forest on your fantasy map are seemingly endless, ranging from the simple to the complex. In this tutorial, I will walk you through some easy steps that anyone can use to create an iconic forest, even if you don’t have much confidence in your drawing abilities. It all comes down to some simple shapes and I’ll share some tips to keep in mind so you can map your story! #mapeffects #maps #cartography #rpg #pathfinder

City maps can be a lot of fun to draw, but they come with their own unique set of challenges. It’s one thing to draw individual buildings that are completely isolated from one another; it’s another to draw a city block where everything is more mashed together. In this tutorial I’ll walk you through my process to sketching, inking, and finally coloring a city block so you can add them to your own fantasy maps! #mapeffects #howtodraw #fantasymaps #fantasy #tutorial #rpg #dungeonsanddragons

A waterfall is an iconic feature to include on your fantasy maps and something you don't see enough. In this tutorial, you will learn some simple steps to walk you through how to draw a waterfall on your map for your next rpg or book. Let’s start mapping!

Plateaus, mesas, and buttes can look very similar and it can be a challenge to know the difference. Things become even more confusing when you listen to the average person describe these cliff formations, because they’ll often use the names interchangeably. So how can you tell the difference so you

An in-depth guide on how to make a fantasy map. The perfect resource for fantasy writers looking for help with fantasy map ideas

With the Map Effects Fantasy Map Builder you can create hand-drawn fantasy maps of your own with just a few clicks and a bit of imagination. Whether you want a map for the fantasy book you’re writing or just want something to show off to your role playing buddies, this has you covered. Easily create hand-drawn maps with a few clicks and immerse people in your story! #map #rpg #dungeonsanddragons #fantasy #cartography #photoshop #procreate #digitalart

I’ve realised I have a particular workflow for drawing coastlines in my maps. Here’s a quick walkthrough. Each step is done on a new layer in photoshop, and I use a 5px hard round brush in each case with size set to pressure. However, all of these steps can be done in Gimp – or … Continue reading "How to Draw Coastlines on a Fantasy Map"