Table of Contents

・Introduction

・Getting Started with Pencil Brushes

・Choosing the Right Brush

・Drawing with Pencil Brushes

・Creating Texture with Pencil Brushes

・Conclusion

 

 

 

Introduction

Creating digital illustrations with Clip Studio Paint requires a lot of skill, and choosing the right tools is crucial to achieving the desired effect. One of the most important tools in Clip Studio Paint is the pencil brush, which can be used to create a wide range of textures and styles.

In this tutorial, we will explore how to use pencil brushes in Clip Studio Paint to create unique and expressive illustrations.

 

 

 

Getting Started with Pencil Brushes

Before you start using pencil brushes, you need to make sure you have them installed in your software. You can download them from the Clip Studio Asset Store or import them from other sources.

Once you have the pencil brushes installed, you can start experimenting with different brushes to see which ones work best for your style.

 

 

 

Choosing the Right Brush

Choosing the right pencil brush depends on the effect you want to achieve. Some brushes are great for sketching and outlining, while others are better for creating textures and shading.

Here are a few examples of pencil brushes you might want to use:

・Pencil Brush: This brush is perfect for sketching and outlining. It creates a crisp, clean line that is easy to adjust and manipulate.

・Rough Pencil: This brush creates a rough, textured line that is great for adding texture and depth to your illustrations.

・Gritty Pencil: This brush creates a gritty, grainy texture that is perfect for creating a vintage or distressed look.

 

 

 

Drawing with Pencil Brushes

Once you have chosen the right pencil brush, you can start drawing your illustration. It is important to adjust the brush size and pressure sensitivity to achieve the desired effect.

Here are a few tips for drawing with pencil brushes:

・Use light strokes for sketching and outlining.

・Vary the pressure for creating texture and shading.

・Experiment with different brush sizes to achieve different effects.

・Use the eraser tool to refine your lines and shapes.

 

 

 

Make the illustration a more lively appearance.

There is a term called occlusion shadow. This term originally came from computer graphics.

Basically light rarely reaches the gap where objects are in contact with each other, so the darkest shadows are created there.

Therefore it is really important to draw a strong shadow at the area of contact between objects.

 

 

 

Conclusion

Pencil brushes are an essential tool for digital artists in Clip Studio Paint. By choosing the right brush and adjusting the settings, you can create unique and expressive illustrations with a wide range of textures and styles.

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So start experimenting and have fun with your pencil brushes!