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How Do You Make a Pencil Brush in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 23, 2022 @ 10:40 pm

If you’re a graphic designer, sooner or later you’re going to need to know how to create a pencil brush in Photoshop. Fortunately, it’s not difficult to do. In this article, we’ll show you how to create a pencil brush in Photoshop, and then we’ll give you some tips on how to use it.

To create a pencil brush in Photoshop, you’ll need to first open the program and create a new file. Then, click on the “Brush Tool” icon in the toolbox. Next, click on the “Brush Presets” icon in the options bar.

In the Brush Presets menu, select the “Pencil” brush. Now, click on the “Brush Tip Shape” icon in the options bar and increase the “Spacing” to about 10%. Finally, click on the “Shape Dynamics” icon in the options bar and increase the “Size Jitter” to 100%.

Now that you know how to create a pencil brush in Photoshop, here are some tips on how to use it:

PRO TIP: This article contains step-by-step instructions on how to create a pencil brush in Photoshop. However, readers should be aware that creating custom brushes can be a complex process. Those who are not familiar with Photoshop’s brush tool may want to seek out tutorials or assistance from more experienced users before attempting to create their own custom brushes.

– Use it for sketching: A pencil brush is great for sketching out ideas because it gives your drawings a more natural look.

– Use it for line art: Pencil brushes can also be used for creating line art. Simply trace over your sketches with a pencil brush to create clean lines.

– Use it for shading: Pencil brushes can also be used for shading. To do this, simply select a dark color and paint over your drawing with a low opacity setting. This will give your drawing more depth and dimension.

Creating a pencil brush in Photoshop is easy and only takes a few minutes. With this brush, you can add more realism to your sketches and drawings.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.