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Crafter's Guide: Artist's Paint Brushes

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Artist Brushes Come in Many Shapes and Sizes

Painting is one of the most rewarding activities you can indulge in! An afternoon spent mixing, blending, and painting is time well spent...

When it comes to decorative painting, you can achieve many different affects by using just a few basic brushes. Let me introduce you to the basic brushes that you will use when you are ready to learn to paint.

Red Sable Brushes

The "Filbert" Brush

The "Round" Brush

The "Tail" Brush

The "Fandango" Brush

The "Shader" Brush

The "Detail" Brush

Artists Brushes Come in a Wide Array of Shapes and Sizes, & Are Made From a Variety of Materials

Brushes are made from many different materials, but my personal favorite is red sable. They maintain their shape well, are easy to clean, and when well cared for; last for a very long time.

Respect the Paintbrush!

Brushes are made from natural materials, and need to be used properly.

For instance, while you are painting, place your brushes upside down in a container, not standing in your water container.

Brushes have a "memory", and if they are left standing in water, they will lose their shape; making it impossible to achieve the effect they were designed to create.

Well-Cared For Brushes Last a Long Time

I recommend "Pink Soap" for artist's brushes...it has a chemical composition that breaks down the paint in your brushes.

Thorough cleaning ensures a long life for your brushes!

Here's a Project For You to Practice Painting With Your New Brushes

Artist's Brushes Are Available in Sets

Artists Brushes at eBay

Donna Dewberry is Master With a Paintbrush

When You're Ready to Purchase... Stop by Donna Dewberry's Site For the Best in Brushes

Donna Dewberry's Brushes and Supplies: Specialty Brushes by Donna Dewberry

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NaturalMindset Mar 28, 2010 @ 2:11 pm | delete

Thanks to your lens I've brushed up on my brush knowledge! 5 stars & lensrolled on Colorful Art Quotes and Sentiments.

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