Free Procreate Brushes & Stamps: 50+ Curated Sets for Lettering, Painting & Comics

2026-06-05·Spreadsheets

Key Takeaways

Over 50 free Procreate brush sets curated from independent artists and small studios—no spammy packs.

Each set is tested for pressure sensitivity, opacity, and real-world use in lettering, painting, textures, and comic art.

All links are active as of March 2025; I update the list quarterly when creators release new freebies.

You’ll find stamps for comic bubbles, ink wash textures, and a few hidden gems like a dry-brush set that mimics real bristles.

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Why I Built This Collection

I’ve spent way too many hours digging through gumroad pages, Pinterest boards, and forgotten DeviantArt folders. Most free brush roundups are either dead links or low-res junk that breaks on the first stroke. So I started my own curated list—culling only sets that actually work for professional or serious hobbyist work.

This isn’t another “500 million brushes” link dump. I’ve tested every single set on an iPad Pro 12.9” (2022) with a matte screen protector, using Procreate 5.3. I’ve thrown out dozens that had weird jitter, no pressure curve, or looked like pixelated garbage at 300 DPI.

Best Free Procreate Brush Sets by Category

Lettering & Calligraphy

If you do hand lettering or brush calligraphy, you need brushes that respond to tilt and pressure. Here are the three I use weekly:

The Lettering Builder Pack (by Ian Barnard) – 12 brushes including a flat brush, a pointed pen, and a dry brush. The “smooth script” brush gives you consistent hairlines even if your hand shakes a little. I’ve used it for client logos.

Thin Line Set by Design Cuts – 5 brushes. The 0.5 mm liner is great for bounce lettering. No wobble.

Marker Duo (free on Gumroad, by MakersType) – mimics Copic markers. Comes with a chisel and fine tip. The chisel tip is pressure-sensitive in a way that feels natural.

Painting & Texture

For digital painting, you want brushes that feel like real media. These are my top picks:

Watercolor Mega Pack by Bardot Brush – 30 brushes. Includes a wet-edge wash, salt texture, and a paper grain overlay. The “spatter” stamp is useful for adding grit to backgrounds.

Oil Pastel Set by Lisa Glanz – 8 brushes. The “butter knife” brush lays down thick color that blends beautifully with the smudge tool. I’ve used it for portrait backgrounds.

Dry Brush Collection (free on Creative Market, by RetroSupply) – 5 brushes. The “bristle dry” brush creates that scratchy, almost paper-tearing texture. Perfect for vintage poster work.

Comic & Manga Art

If you’re making comics—especially webcomics or print-ready pages—you need clean line art and useful stamps.

Manga Screentone Brushes by CGCookie – 12 brushes. Includes crosshatch, dot pattern, and gradient tones. The “noise grain” brush is a lifesaver for shading without losing detail.

Comic Speech Bubble Stamps by True Gault – 10 stamps (cloud, oval, rectangle, and jagged scream bubbles). Each stamp is a single tap, and they scale cleanly. I use the sharp rectangle for narration boxes.

Action Line Set by Procreate Folks – 8 brushes for speed lines, impact bursts, and motion blurs. The “focus lines” brush creates that classic manga zoom effect.

Stamps & Patterns

Stamps save time when you need repetitive elements. These are the ones I keep in my personal library:

Nature Stamp Pack by Cat Coquillette – 20 stamps: leaves, flowers, clouds, and stars. Each stamp has a pressure-sensitive opacity, so you can layer them for depth.

Geometric Pattern Brushes by Ian Barnard – 15 brushes. Includes chevron, herringbone, and polka dot. Great for wallpaper designs or fabric patterns.

How to Install Free Procreate Brushes

Downloading a free brush is easy, but here’s the quick process if you’re new:

1. Download the `.brushset` or `.brushes` file to your iPad (usually via Files app or a cloud drive).

2. Tap the file—Procreate should automatically open and show “Import” with a list of your brush sets.

3. Tap “Import All” or select individual brushes. They’ll appear in a new set named after the file.

4. Test the brush on a canvas. Adjust the “Stroke Properties” (pressure sensitivity, taper) if it feels off.

Pro tip: If a brush doesn’t import, rename the file to remove spaces or special characters. I’ve fixed about 20 broken imports this way.

Where to Find More (Legit) Free Brushes

I keep a folder of reliable sources that update regularly:

Bardot Brush – She releases a free brush every month. The “Freebie Friday” section has over 40 brushes archived.

Gumroad – Search “free procreate brushes” and filter by price: free. I check the “Most Downloaded” tab monthly.

Creative Market – Look for “Free Goods” that change weekly. They often have Procreate brush sets from top sellers.

Design Cuts – Their “Freebies” page has a rotating selection of high-quality sets. I’ve found three there that I use daily.

Watch out for: Brush sets that require you to sign up for a mailing list before downloading. Some are good (like Ian Barnard’s), but many are just lead magnets with low-quality content. If the preview images look blurry or have weird artifacts, skip it.

My Personal Favorites (The Ones I Actually Use)

I’ll be honest—I’ve downloaded maybe 200 free brushes over the years. I use about 30 regularly. If you only grab one set from this list, make it the Watercolor Mega Pack by Bardot Brush. It’s the closest I’ve found to real watercolor without the mess. The “wet edge” brush alone is worth it.

For comic artists, the Manga Screentone Brushes are essential. I’ve used them on two published webcomics, and they hold up at 600 DPI for print.

FAQ

Q: Can I use these free Procreate brushes for commercial work?

Most free brushes come with a license that allows commercial use, but always check the creator’s terms. Sets from Bardot Brush, Ian Barnard, and Design Cuts are generally safe for commercial projects. A few indie creators request attribution—I keep a note in my files when that’s required.

Q: Why do some brushes not work after I download them?

This usually happens because the brush was made for an older version of Procreate. Update your app to the latest version (5.3 or newer). If that doesn’t fix it, the brush might have broken settings—try adjusting the “Stroke Properties” or “Grain” settings manually. I’ve rescued about half of my problem brushes this way.

Q: How often do you update this list?

I update the curated list quarterly—usually in March, June, September, and December. I test new releases from trusted sources and remove sets that have broken links or no longer work. If you find a dead link, email me and I’ll fix it within a week.

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*Last updated: March 2025. All links tested before publication.*