How Do I Create a Custom Shape Brush in Photoshop?

To create a custom shape brush in Photoshop, define your desired shape and then convert it into a brush preset through the Edit menu.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

1. Define Your Shape: Create or open an image containing the shape you want to use for your brush. This could be a vector shape, a rasterized image, or even text. Make sure the shape is clearly defined and has good contrast against the background.

2. Select the Shape: Use a selection tool (like the Rectangular Marquee Tool, Elliptical Marquee Tool, Lasso Tool, or Magic Wand Tool) to select the area containing the shape you want to use as a brush. Make sure only the desired shape is selected, and that there are no unwanted artifacts around the edges.

3. Create the Brush Preset: Go to Edit > Define Brush Preset.... This opens a dialog box.

4. Name Your Brush: In the dialog box, give your brush a descriptive name that will help you identify it later in the Brushes panel.

5. Click OK: Click "OK" to save the brush preset.

6. Access Your Brush: Your new custom brush will now be available in the Brushes panel (Window > Brushes). You can adjust the brush settings (size, spacing, angle, etc.) as needed.

By following these steps, you'll have your own custom shape brush ready to use in your Photoshop projects.