# 🎉 ⋄ Tutorials by Draneria: Metallics - Visual Brush Tour (Krita 5.2+) + News! **URL:** \ **Category:** Tutorials\ **Tags:** how-to\ **Created:** [December 19, 2024, 7:59pm UTC](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880 "2024-12-19T19:59:39Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Draneria](https://krita-artists.org/user_avatar/krita-artists.org/draneria/32/123955_2.png) [@Draneria](https://krita-artists.org/u/Draneria)\ **Post date:** [December 19, 2024, 7:59pm UTC](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880/1 "2024-12-19T19:59:39Z")
Hello everyone! It is that time of the year, and I come with a new tutorial for you all! Today we will cover each brush family in the “[Metallics by Draneria](https://krita-artists.org/t/metallics-by-draneria/106425)” bundle. If you are low on ideas and inspiration on how to use them, this guide is here to fix that (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧ * * * 🎉 News 🎉 1. We reached our goal on Ko-Fi, Metallics 2.0 is on the horizon (ノ_゜▽゜_)ノ I am grateful to every single person who contributed. As a thank you, later tonight everyone who helped us reach this goal gets an extra [(7) metallic brushes!!](https://ko-fi.com/post/Special-announcement-Brushes-for-O-G-Contributors-G2G517OBUL) Just some experiments for you to enjoy, even if they didn’t make the final cut 💜 I felt this was only right, because you guys supported me out of kindness and appreciation when I didn’t have anything tangible to give in exchange. Speaking of which… 1. The 🪩 [subscription tiers](https://ko-fi.com/draneria/tiers) 🪩 are officially open for business! Right now you can get yourself 2 new bundles: - (11) **Acrylics** Prerelease 2.0 brushes (you can download 1.0 for [free](https://ko-fi.com/s/34855720b1) btw!) ![Acrylics_Demo](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/e/2/e2d9560e0d6739d6155a48ee26d1d0013256ed17.gif) - ✦ (9) **Encaustics** Prerelease 1.0 brushes ![Encaustics_Demo](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/3/f/3f7f241ba2ba885bfed54e0ce83e95e3906d3019.gif) - The (7) Metallics brushes are also available at a higher tier for any superfans xD - ✦ …and more to come! This is for anyone who’d like support me further to keep things free, and get lots of extra stuff and early access in return 💜 Treat yourself! It is christmas afterall ( ✧≖‿ゝ≖) Now without further ado, let’s get into the tour. ✧(•̀ᴗ•́)✧ * * * 💎 Why Read? 💎 - You’ll learn how to make the most out of each brush group - ✦ I spent way too long making pretty demo gifs for your viewing pleasure xD - There lots of inspiration for metallics effects in digital art! * * * 🔍 This Guide Covers.... 🔍 ![PDF Workspace - Reference Guide](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/3/1/31cff5750b5c154a6fab597318a9f492358b4af6.png) …A little bit of what each brush group can do and how to use them! Note: this tutorial assumes you are comfortable using Krita, so it won’t cover basic or beginner info. * * * 🔧 The Toolbox 🔧 - [Krita 5.2+](https://krita.org/en/download/) ✦ The painting software! - [Metallics by Draneria](https://ko-fi.com/s/c567fcfd29) ✦ Definitely needed for this tutorial. * * * 🎀 Previous Tutorials 🎀 - [Mastering Colours](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-mastering-colours-krita-5-2/107332/4) * * * 💃 Topics! (Click to Read) 💃 > **▫️ 1. • Faux** > > * * * > Grainy • ⁛ • Versatile • ⁛ • Kitsch > > 💡 **Ideas** > > A variety of fake-metallic brushes! > > 1. The detailer gives hard, scratchy lines, and the glaze adds softness. You can combo them both as a mini-sketching kit. > > ![faux_sketch](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/5/e/5e815799ab17c04726f5643f828d0dfdbac0402d.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic: Brush - Faux, Detailer and Glaze_ > > 1. Switch your layer mode to “overlay” and use them to add texture to your work! > > ![car_faux_detailer](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/8/0/8083734f271eafd95af54df5766d270fc2bc3c4d.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic: Brush - Faux, Detailer_ > > 1. The watery brush can be used for a glitter-based fill with a softer finish then the “spill” and “sprinkle” brushes. > > Here’s a comparison: > > ![glittery water vs glitter spill 2](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/6/5/653d83b01e0b831be9bbb1114cb5c2bbbc7217e0.jpeg) > > For example, you can use it to decorate gesture or fashion sketches. > > ![dancer_faux_watery](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/4/4/44f57d9cd5f99609a86289234068ad6f1b927622.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Brush - Faux, Watery_ * * * > **🔸 2. Gild** > > * * * > Glamorous • ⁛ • Impasto • ⁛ • Silky > > High-quality modern paint aesthetics to have fun with 👑 > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. One option is to combine the metal effect with “normal” brushes to add material variety. > > ![gild_lion](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/e/b/eb3e425057e66b6fac90f3b7759b3e10a0cd5f7e.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Brush - Gild, Canvas_ > > 1. Even though they were inspired by medieval gilding, you can paint sci-fi (or anything) and use unconventional metallic tones too. > > ![gild_scifi](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/5/5/5567f4ae38f063235cdfb2c44db6763b16c384f1.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Brush - Gild, Lumpy_ > > 1. Also you can make interesting metallic assets for use in posters, illustrations, overlays and so on! > > ![gild_circle](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/4/f/4ff94ccfff2bf95c6e9f172cc2159308a3337a59.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Brush - Gild, Basic_ * * * > **▪️ 3. • Foil** > > * * * > Shiny • ⁛ • Fill • ⁛ • Weathered > > For all your gold-leaf needs \╭◜◝ ᵕ ◜◝╮/ > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. You can switch on “wrap around mode” and hold down or dab your mouse to generate fast, seamless metallic textures. > > ![foil_seamless](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/d/8/d8935a814bac701af0d54b14a1c01e4fc4069f35.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic: Foil - Fill, Crumpled_ > > Seamless textures can be made with all the brushes by the way, not just foil! > > ![Texture Examples2](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/b/f/bf075697a91c42e97b9617f704175581c1326be5.jpeg) > > 1. Like the “gild” brushes, you can also paint with foil, especially paired with rough textures. > > ![foil_rock](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/3/7/372a1eabdc8dc2915b04e7573d2deb110fe9f915.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic: Foil - Fill, Rough_ * * * > **▫️ 4. Gelpens** > > * * * > > Playful • ⁛ • Sketchy • ⁛ • Sparkles > > Can’t have a metallics set without these bad boys! > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. Gelpens are naturally good for drawing (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ\*:・ﾟ > > ![gelpen_sketch](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/6/7/672cdcc778454bb98433b081e91b3d53d9a376cb.gif) > > 1. The size can also be altered for different aesthetics. > > ![gelpen diagram](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/6/9/693df8564e4e4bbc4636df3ffb271b08afe314ef.jpeg) > > If you want to see a talented artist use these gelpens, have a look at this sketch by [AuraPodlunnitsa!](https://krita-artists.org/t/metallics-by-draneria/106425/44) * * * > **🔸 5. • Glitter** > > * * * > > Messy • ⁛ • Fun • ⁛ • Noisy > > Bringing a kindergarten classroom to your digital canvas. > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. You can use glitter as a fill for vector shapes, such as text. > > ![glitter_text](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/6/a/6a5b1317a7b2161f5d0590f0c6fa79ce8f16fbd2.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Glitter - Sprinkles (Colourful)_ > > 1. Using your transform tool, you can switch to perspective mode to add glitter into the scene as a 3D object! > > (This image was provided by [Steve.Improvethis](https://krita-artists.org/t/happy-new-year-metallics-bundle-created-by-draneria/108146) - Thank you!) > > ![glitter perspective steve improvethis](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/9/7/973f8c8219c03fb8b2bdd2e841cda31424ce4da1.jpeg) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Glitter - Sprinkles_ > > 1. You can also use glitter as a type of traditional medium when you need dots and speckles e.g. stars, or birds - as can be seen below: > > ![glitter diagram](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/2/f/2f390ed82bc589e45849a2810117b1b28cbe3053.jpeg) * * * > **▪️ 6. Grunge** > > * * * > > Realism • ⁛ • Lush • ⁛ • Aged > > Proper metal textures, made especially for our concept artists 🎨 > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. You can combine brushes to make new metallic materials, such as copper verdigris. > > ![grunge diagram](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/b/e/beec5a1caba404d0f28222511f8bc4d1dbaaf981.jpeg) > > 1. Like with the “Faux” brushes, you can switch your layer to “overlay” for texture. > > ![grunge_orb](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/5/a/5a71199ce29ddc4749d992537c1443bbde59a67b.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic: Grunge - Hammered_ > > The rust brush can be used similarly: > > ![grunge rust](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/0/7/07fd048c5b0da379cb49da12b4790cf509db27bd.png) > > 1. The “scratches” brush can be used directly ontop of metal, no need for “overlay” mode. > > ![grunge diagram orb](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/5/3/5333faaaf7742b1bb55871f51acbd4a6a196386a.jpeg) * * * > **▫️ 7. • Outliners** > > * * * > > Specialised • ⁛ • Utility • ⁛ • Glossy > > I use these more often then I thought I would tbh > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. You can use these brushes to turn your art into illustrative pieces by adding borders. > > ![outliner_landscape](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/7/3/7396ba2bdf54e6b699ed5c1081b6824db62f7328.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Outliner - Foil_ > > 1. Also, they can be used to upgrade backgrounds and embellish finished studies! > > ![outliner_chicken](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/6/5/653b5400fde017da2782992e3395ec823eba5083.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Outliner - Brush_ * * * > **🔸 8. Patterns** > > * * * > > Foil • ⁛ • Handmade • ⁛ • Deco > > A go to resource if you like to add flat designs to your work. For example, I noticed this is how clothes are done in Ukiyo-e art - the waves were also inspired by that movement. > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. You can adjust the pattern size in the “brush settings” to make halftones and other results. > > 2. Also, you can use the “perspective mode” in the transform tool to plaster it onto walls and floors. > > ![pattern diagram](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/f/9/f99a7c109967e2cb6183dc3936dd236ab25bfa79.jpeg) > > 1. The pattern brushes can also be used to make pretty designs ⚜ > > ![pattern_design](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/3/c/3cf2c81b9dc8fc106b9df73ebc7405f37e4c25e0.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Pattern - Waves and Diamonds_ | _Dra) Metallic; Brush - Gild, Detailer_ > > (By the way, the circle in the gif above was made with the “kaleidoscope (symmetry)” G’MIC filter.) * * * > **▪️ 9. • Powder** > > * * * > > Shimmer • ⁛ • Paints • ⁛ • Velvety > > These are a lot like the gild/faux brushes! However, they are “made” from fine metal flakes, rather then just emulating high or low-quality paint. > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. Therefore, they make good metallic paint textures for collage-style illustrations. > > ![powder_cayama](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/f/0/f0dcad40b06705cfc4d3ad267f17aecc2aeb3c3e.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic; Powder - Shell, Precise_ > > 1. You can also paint with them, and you aren’t limited to “traditional” metallic colours either btw > > ![powder multicolour](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/2/6/2661ad76426e63e662df9b6fc526dfaf181f2cc9.jpeg) > > 1. The dust powder is pretty specialised, but it’s good for very gentle effects. It’s hard to spot but in the image below I used it to enhance the cold-toned clouds by surrounding them with warmer hues of gold. > > ![powder diagram](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/1/0/109e90c02c89150a51c5639264d1d349bdc9ac94.jpeg) * * * > **▫️ 10. Stamps** > > * * * > > Minimalist • ⁛ • Lustrous • ⁛ • Symbolism > > Honestly, half the reason I made this bundle was so I just so I could add tarot style metallic effects to my art xD and thus the stamp brushes were born ✨ > > 💡 **Ideas** > > 1. I’m fond of the star one, and I used it to make a seamless background you can see live on the bundles own [Itch.io Page](https://draneria.itch.io/metallics-by-draneria)! > > 2. Like with the outliner brushes, you can enhance your art with illustrative effects. > > ![stamp_crystal](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/7/7/777cc04388211f368129177662d50fee5e3ca5f4.gif) > Demonstrates: _Dra) Metallic: Stamp - Diamonds_ > > 1. You can also use vector shapes or combine them, mix metals, and even replace the fill with something different (like glitter)! > > ![stamp diagram](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/9/f/9ff5df02d78e1b7a25f5f6b6574bdf4cfa51e609.jpeg) * * * I wasn’t sure where to put this, but as a proof-of-concept I also did a little speedpaint using everything and whatever colours I felt like xD So metallic brushes aren’t even limited to metal, you can do whatever you like with them! ![metallics_painting](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/3/a/3a53b9d257f561babb6cb6f8822186b828abeb95.gif) Thank you for reading 🖤 Do you guys have a favourite section? I really did spend too long making this tour, but I’m proud ＼＼\٩( ‘ω’ )و //／／ If you have any questions, corrections or things I’ve missed - let me know, and I wish everyone a lovely festive season! * * * P.S I could use a hand (\*´･д･)ﾉ More advanced tutorials are desired, but I don't know exactly what the people want xD 🔥 Have Your Say! 🔥 _Poll ([view on site](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880/1))_ * * * > **🖼 Link Library 🖼** > > This section has all the links posted in the tutorial. > > - [Krita 5.2+](https://krita.org/en/download/) - Painting Software > - [Metallics by Draneria](https://ko-fi.com/s/c567fcfd29) - Main Brushes > - [Mastering Colours](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-mastering-colours-krita-5-2/107332/4) - Previous tutorial > - [Acrylics Prerelease 1.0](https://ko-fi.com/s/34855720b1) - New(ish) bundle, simpler pack of acrylic-esque ones. > - [Ko-Fi Subscription](https://ko-fi.com/draneria/tiers) - You can sub for _even more brushes_ if the previous ones aren’t enough to satisfy your hunger ( ✧≖‿ゝ≖) * * * > **🔱 Content Disclaimers 🔱** > > All images, gifs and videos **uploaded** in this tutorial are my own work. > > Exception’s include: > > ![glitter perspective steve improvethis](https://krita-artists.org/uploads/default/original/3X/9/7/973f8c8219c03fb8b2bdd2e841cda31424ce4da1.jpeg) > Card Design, by @steve.improvthis (partial section). The full artwork is [here](https://krita-artists.org/t/happy-new-year-metallics-bundle-created-by-draneria/108146). > > Written permission was received from the artist to include part of their work in this tutorial (screenshot available upon request - please dont delete! lol). All rights reserved to the original artist. > > This tutorial also links to work by @AureliaLeta, but this art was not directly uploaded! ---
**Author:** ![sooz](https://krita-artists.org/user_avatar/krita-artists.org/sooz/32/93244_2.png) [@sooz](https://krita-artists.org/u/sooz)\ **Post date:** [December 20, 2024, 3:44am UTC](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880/2 "2024-12-20T03:44:21Z")
Thank you very much for this tutorial. I’ve bookmarked it so I can revisit it tomorrow. ---
**Author:** ![Draneria](https://krita-artists.org/user_avatar/krita-artists.org/draneria/32/123955_2.png) [@Draneria](https://krita-artists.org/u/Draneria)\ **Post date:** [December 20, 2024, 7:52pm UTC](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880/3 "2024-12-20T19:52:54Z")
Cheers, and I hope you have a lovely christmas! ---
**Author:** ![AzureWhitewind](https://krita-artists.org/user_avatar/krita-artists.org/azurewhitewind/32/208990_2.png) [@AzureWhitewind](https://krita-artists.org/u/AzureWhitewind)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2024, 12:33am UTC](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880/4 "2024-12-23T00:33:52Z")
Thank you so much for sharing this in depth tutorial. I really appreciate it and I’ll keep this in mind next time I’m working with metallics. :^) ---
**Author:** ![Mickaelux](https://krita-artists.org/user_avatar/krita-artists.org/mickaelux/32/106925_2.png) [@Mickaelux](https://krita-artists.org/u/Mickaelux)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2024, 12:18pm UTC](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880/5 "2024-12-23T12:18:25Z")
Thanks very much for this thread packed with value Draneria, love it!! 😃 Looking forward to see more content from you! Wishing a lovely Christmas as well! ---
**Author:** ![Draneria](https://krita-artists.org/user_avatar/krita-artists.org/draneria/32/123955_2.png) [@Draneria](https://krita-artists.org/u/Draneria)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2024, 3:01pm UTC](https://krita-artists.org/t/tutorials-by-draneria-metallics-visual-brush-tour-krita-5-2-news/109880/6 "2024-12-23T15:01:48Z")
Thank you both, everyone’s lovely comments keep me fueled up xD I hope you all have wonderful Christmas eve tomorrow!✨