{"id":4935,"date":"2021-05-07T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-07T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webdesignrace.com\/photography_blog\/2021\/05\/07\/20-free-grunge-brushes-for-photoshop-and-how-to-use-them\/"},"modified":"2021-05-07T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2021-05-07T12:00:00","slug":"20-free-grunge-brushes-for-photoshop-and-how-to-use-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webdesignrace.com\/photography_blog\/2021\/05\/07\/20-free-grunge-brushes-for-photoshop-and-how-to-use-them\/","title":{"rendered":"20 FREE Grunge Brushes for Photoshop (And How to Use Them)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In this tutorial, learn techniques for adding some grunge to your logos, posters, social media graphics, photos, and more!<\/h2>\n

Ever wonder how to get a grunge texture on top of your designs and photos? Today, you will learn exactly how to elevate your work in Photoshop by using these free grunge brushes. You can use these techniques with your social media graphics, poster designs, logos, and photos.<\/p>\n

For this tutorial, we\u2019re going to use a simple rectangle shape with text on top of it, so feel free to create the same. Or, follow along with your own design. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n

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Download 20 Free Grunge Brushes<\/h3>\n

First, click the link below to find the download for your free grunge brush pack. There, you\u2019ll also discover even more tips for designing and illustrating with these brushes.<\/p>\n

Check Here to Go to Your Grunge Brush Download<\/a><\/p>\n

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Import Your Brushes<\/h3>\n

Now let\u2019s import your brushes so you can follow along with this tutorial. Make sure your brush window is available to you in your workspace. If you don\u2019t see it, go to Window<\/strong> and make sure Brushes<\/strong> is checked<\/strong>. From there, click the horizontal line icon<\/strong> on the right to get the option to Import Brushes<\/strong>. Go into your most recent downloads, and make sure you\u2019re opening the .abr file<\/strong>. Now you have your brushes ready to work with!<\/p>\n

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Begin by importing your brushes.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Add Texture to the Background<\/h3>\n

Next, we\u2019ll get comfortable using our brushes by starting with the background. Create a new layer<\/strong> and experiment with different brushes, colors, and brush size.<\/p>\n

Use your brush panel to see the different brushes you have to work with. If you\u2019d like to make a brush smaller or larger, use these brackets on your keyboard to do so: [<\/strong> = smaller<\/strong>, ]<\/strong> = larger.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is your time to play around with each brush and see what kind of result it gives you. Think about building on top of each stroke to create a cohesive texture. There isn\u2019t any rhyme or reason to this, so get messy!<\/p>\n

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Here, you can experiment with different brushes, colors, and brush size.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Add Texture to Your Text<\/h3>\n

We\u2019re going to use a clipping mask to add texture to this text. Clipping masks are perfect for isolating your texture within your text, logo, or shape. First, create a new layer<\/strong>. Use your brushes on this layer to create a new texture.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m adding similar colors in a slightly darker and lighter hue to create a more subtle look. Then, I\u2019ll use the eyedropper tool<\/strong> to take a sample of the peach background color and add a small texture on top of it.<\/p>\n

Once your texture is done, you\u2019re going to head to your Layers<\/strong> panel. Hover between your Textured layer<\/strong> and Text layer<\/strong>, while holding down alt\/option<\/strong>. There, you\u2019ll see the clipping mask<\/strong> icon. Click in-between both layers to create your clipping mask.<\/p>\n

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Use a clipping mask to add texture to your text.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Add a Subtle Grunge Texture to Your Photos<\/h3>\n

These grunge brushes are the best way to add a vintage touch to your photos. For this effect, let\u2019s use a more subtle brush.<\/p>\n

First, create a new layer<\/strong> on top of your photo. In this photo, I\u2019m using the eyedropper<\/strong> to grab a light color for my brush. Then, I\u2019ll create texture on this layer using this brush.<\/p>\n

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Create texture by using a light color brush.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Once you\u2019ve created your subtle texture, use your blend modes to blend this texture into your photo. My favorite blend modes for these are Overlay<\/strong> and Soft Light<\/strong>. Feel free to experiment with each one to see which one works best for you.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s it for today! Feel free to get messy with these brushes while you sample each one. The purpose of this grunge effect is to not<\/em> be overly perfect or designed. If you want to learn other ways to use these brushes, check out How to Use 20 FREE Photoshop Grunge Brushes<\/a>. Have fun and we\u2019ll see you next time!<\/p>\n

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Need more design inspiration? Check out these articles:<\/p>\n

Cover image via Nella<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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