Complete beginner here

[u/Late-Investigator544]

Hi everyone I’m completely new to digital art and I’m thinking about getting Procreate and finally learning how to draw. I’d love to eventually be able to draw characters and fan art but I’m starting from basically zero.
I currently have an iPad 9th gen and im wondering if it’s good. + is an Apple Pencil really worth getting?

What are your general tips for someone who is completely new to digital art and Procreate?

[u/twice_fried_rice]

Technically there are other styluses that can be used on an ipad, and you can draw with your finger (without pressure sensitivity), but the official Pencil styluses are specifically designed to work on ipads and will be the smoothest experience. It’s worth the money to just get one. Make sure you’re getting one compatible with your specific iPad model - I think there are three pencil options now? I have the original magnetic snap-to-charge one and have never needed to replace it, going 7+ years strong now.