5 Ways to Create More Interesting Illustrations with Patterns in Clip Studio Paint

Apply Patterns on a New Layer in Clip Studio Paint

1. Create a new layer within the Layers Window after selecting your pattern and the paint color.
2. Paint on the patter with your mouse or tablet.

Apply Patterns With Masks in Clip Studio Paint

1. Create a new layer within the Layers Window above the layer where you would like to apply the texture after selecting your pattern and the paint color.
2. Right-Click and select Clip to Layer Below.
3. Paint on the patter with your mouse or tablet.

Make Gradient textures with the Shader Brushes in Clip Studio Paint

TransferTone includes solid and shader varities of each brush.

1. Create a new layer within the Layers Window after selecting your pattern and the paint color.
2. Use the shader brushes to create a gradient effect by applying a controlled increase in pressure over the desired area.

Note: You can use this technique with either the Layer Mask or Clipping Mask methods listed above. Only a tablet with pressure sensitivity enabled can utilize the shader brushes correctly.

Resize the Patterns in Clip Studio Paint

1. Click the brush you would like to change.
2. Click the Sub Tool Detail menu icon on the bottom right of the Tool Properties menu.
3. Navigate to the Texture tab and enter in your desired Scale Ratio.
4. Click Save all settings as default to confirm your choice.

Rotate the Patterns in Clip Studio Paint

1. Click the brush you would like to change.
2. Click the Sub Tool Detail menu icon on the bottom right of the Tool Properties menu.
3. Navigate to the Texture tab and enter in your desired Rotation Angle.
4. Click Save all settings as default to confirm your choice.