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TIPS & TRICKS

Pattern Brush

Brush up on inspiration! Create a custom pattern brush for a unique design, every time.

  1. Choose image
    Select the image or graphic you would like to use as a pattern. (Hint: Solid black & white shapes work best.)

  2. Create new layer
    With the image selected, click the New Adjustment Layer icon and choose Solid Color. Make sure you choose black.

  3. Define it
    Go to the Edit menu and select Define Brush from Selection.

  4. Name it
    Give your new pattern brush a name.

  5. Adjust it
    Select the Brush Tool in the toolbar to adjust the color, size, and spacing of your new pattern brush.

Try it free

Create a pattern that fits your style.

ROADTRIP RAINBOW

ROADTRIP RAINBOW

WHIMSICAL DESERT

WHIMSICAL DESERT

ROMANTIC RAIN

ROMANTIC RAIN

Looking for an even easier way to add patterns to your photos? Try the Pattern Brush Guided Edit in Photoshop Elements. It has dozens of pattern presets for you to use. Check it out!

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