I’ve spent a long time searching for the perfect Photoshop brushes to suit the way I work, but have been a victim to option paralysis when presented with brush packs containing over 100 brushes. My solution was fairly straight forward: I made my own brushes.
I often buy new pens just to try them out and analyse why I like them, and, more importantly, why I don’t. I knew this would translate to the digital world somehow, and the opportunity to craft my very own custom brushes from scratch was like a dream come true. I’ve had the chance to tweak my digital tools to a point where they feel comfortable, versatile, and natural to draw with.
*Side note: These are tool presets and as such only work with Adobe Photoshop CS5 newer.
*Tip: Best used with a slightly higher firmness value in your tablet driver settings.
Artwork I've created using only the "Itsy Bitsy Inkerz" brushes.
Artwork time-lapse showing the brushes in action.
*PS. This band is great, check them out!
"Christi's Itsy Bitsy Inkerz" splash illustration.
The brush tool preset file, which includes 2 inking brushes and 2 texture brushes.
A 'Read Me' file with usage instructions and explanations of the brushes.
2 Artwork examples made with the brushes.
3 free bonus textures and an extra texture brush I made previously.
I've created a set of 4 customised Photoshop tool presets for drawing and inking work digitally while retaining a natural, versatile feel.