Top 10 Procreate Tattoo Brushes Every Artist Should Have
Top 10 Procreate Tattoo Brushes Every Artist Should Have
When it comes to designing tattoos in Procreate, the right brushes can make or break your artwork. Over the years I’ve tested hundreds, and these 10 have become my absolute go-tos. Some are from my own brush packs, others are from creators I respect and use in my daily workflow. Together, they’ll help you layer shading, create bold fills, and speed up your design process.
1. True Stipple Set (Procreate Tattoo Brushes)
[Link: https://www.procreatetattoobrushes.com/shop/p/true-stipple-set]
Build layered shading and texture
Versatile for both large areas and small details
Subtle, controlled stipple effect
Essential for depth and gradients
2. True Grit Bundle
[Link: https://www.truegrittexturesupply.com]
Textured shaders that feels organic
Pressure-sensitive build up for smooth blends
Great for all styles of retro work
Perfect for background textures
3. Weaver’s Spitshading Set (Procreate Tattoo Brushes)
[Link: https://www.procreatetattoobrushes.com/shop/p/weavers-spitshading-set]
Digital watercolor-style spitshading brushes
Perfect for classic tattoo flash sheets
create depth and an authentic old school feel
Great for traditional tattoo inspired artwork
4. Retro Supply The Texture Brush Pack
[Link: https://www.retrosupply.co]
Natural textures with a handmade feel
Build shading and background slowly and organically
Adds depth with a printed style
Perfect for retro-inspired digital work
5. Fineline Flowers & Botanical Stamps (Procreate Tattoo Brushes)
[Link: https://www.procreatetattoobrushes.com/shop/p/fineline-tattoo-flowers]
Pre-made floral stamps save time
Crisp, delicate outlines
Great for quick compositions
Perfect for fineline tattoo styles
6. Fazdes Freestyle Abstraction
Unique brushes for experimental textures
Works as well if you are a letter artist
Adds personality and character
Fun to combine with artwork
7. Blackwork Brush Collection (Procreate Tattoo Brushes)
[Link: https://www.procreatetattoobrushes.com/shop/p/blackwork-brush-collection]
Shaders for traditional & graphic tattoos
Great for creating contrast and depth
Variety of textured brushes included
Best for traditional and graphic artists
8. Retro Lo-Fi Subtle Grain And Noise Brushes
[Link: https://www.retrosupply.co]
Noisy, buildable shading brushes
textured transitions without looking digital
Ideal for shadows and backgrounds
Works across both bold and retro styles
9. 100 Classic Traditional Tattoo Stamps (Procreate Tattoo Brushes)
[Link: https://www.procreatetattoobrushes.com/shop/p/100-classic-traditional-tattoo-stamps]
Packed set of bold, timeless designs
Flash-ready outlines for instant use
Huge time-saver for building compositions
Great starting point for tattoo layouts
10. True Grit The Rusty Nib
[Link: https://https://www.truegrittexturesupply.com]
Rough, responsive fine line work
Ideal for details, lettering, and outlines
Excellent for layering small touches
Works perfectly with textured shading brushes
Pro Tip:
Keep your brushes organized into folders like Outlines, Shading, and Texture. It’ll save you time and keep your workflow smooth. And when experimenting, duplicate your layers so you can build shading without worrying about messing up your base sketch.
Ready to Try?
Want to test some of these techniques without committing? Grab my free sample pack of 14 brushes and stamps here:
[https://www.procreatetattoobrushes.com/shop/p/free-sample-pack]
