How to draw a map for your story

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

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.

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The mountains on your map shouldn't be the same height! Varying the height of your mountains will make the terrain in your world not only more realistic, but more interesting. How you draw the initial ridgeline plays a big role in how your mountains will look when you're finished. Click through for my full tutorial on how to draw mountains on your fantasy maps! #mapeffects #map #fantasy #tutorial #howtodraw #rpg #dungeonsanddragons

Rivers do not flow from coastline to coastline because everything would be at sea level. In essence, it would be a canal rather than a river. This is a common mistake on many fantasy maps but it's easy to fix once you are aware of it. Click here to view my full tutorial on how to draw rivers on your maps! #mapeffects #map #fantasy #rpg #worldbuilding #fantasymap #geography

Do you want to learn how to draw fantasy maps for your story? Here you will find a collection of tutorials so you can learn how to draw mountains, forests, canyons, and much more!

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

From the gloom of Mirkwood to the comfort of the Hundred Acre Wood, forests are one of the most iconic settings in storytelling. There is just something about a forest that brings a feeling of mystery, not knowing what lies around the bend in the trail. Whether you are creating a setting for your next rpg campaign or writing a story for your book, an enchanted glade in the middle of a dense canopy, or a lost city reclaimed by the trees is where myths are born and retold.

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