Watercolor Paint Brushes

Are you shopping for a really good watercolor brush? Well, come right on in… you have come to the right place.

Q. What is the real difference between a brush that you use for watercolor painting and one that you would use painting with oils or acrylics?

A. The handle is the difference. The heads are very much the same, sometimes identical. Paint brushes that are designed to use for oil and acrylic painting have a longer handle to facilitate use while standing at an easel. Watercolor brushes or brushes used for craft painting have shorter handles with the understanding that artists would use them while seated.

Q. Can I use my watercolor brushes for other media as well?

A. Under most circumstances yes, oil painting being the only exception. Paintbrushes used with conventional oil paints need to stay allocated for that use. Brushes that are used for watercolor painting can also be used for acrylics, and vice versa, back and forth. The best thing to keep in mind is that with proper care your brushes should not have residues of paint in them and can therefore be used for all kinds of media.

Q. What shape or size brushes should I buy?

A. Whatever you like is the best thing to get for your art supplies! But, if you are new to all this, keep in mind that variety is not only the spice of life but, a great way to keep your painting techniques fresh and interesting. Plus, you won’t meet very many happy painters who complete a painting on a full sheet of watercolor paper using only a size 8 round watercolor brush. To keep your brush strokes interesting and your paintings lively, use any paintbrush that peaks your interest.