{"id":1361669,"date":"2024-06-18T00:15:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-18T06:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/?p=1361669"},"modified":"2024-06-13T08:49:10","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T14:49:10","slug":"natural-vs-synthetic-brushes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/product-recommendation\/natural-vs-synthetic-brushes\/","title":{"rendered":"Studio Staples: Natural Vs Synthetic Brushes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Choosing between natural- or synthetic-hair brushes is one of those dilemmas all painters confront when they\u2019re starting out. Let\u2019s take a look at the unique characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of each, so you can choose what works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Natural vs Synthetic Brushes\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-4qjzFJJQkg?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural-Hair Brushes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically made from animal hair\u2014such as hog, sable, squirrel or mongoose hair\u2014each type has a texture, stiffness, and ability to hold paint effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural-hair brushes generally have stiffer hairs and bristles. For thick, textured strokes and quick coverage, this can be an advantage. They can hold large amounts of thick paint, making them useful for techniques that require heavy paint application\u2014impasto, expressive brushwork and wet-in-wet techniques. If you\u2019re heavy-handed, scumble and scrub, and prefer to work quickly and aggressively, the strength of these brushes could be a great option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361665\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-880x628.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-624x446.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natutral-Brushes.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Natural-Hair Brushes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-880x495.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-624x351.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-250x141.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-spring-1-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Natural-hair brushes often have a stiffer spring and retain their shapes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, natural-hair bristles can withstand the harsh solvents used in oil painting without losing their shape and, if they are cared for properly, can be quite durable over time. You\u2019ll probably spend more on them than synthetic-hair brushes due to the cost of sourcing and processing animal hairs. You\u2019ll also need to take greater care cleaning and storing them. Consider using a brush conditioner or oil to prevent them from drying out or becoming brittle. If you keep them clean and store them well, however, they should hold up well for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361670\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-880x628.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-624x446.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural-Brushmarks.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Brushes made of natural-hair bristles are great for bold, textured marks, scumbling, and drybrush.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361674\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-880x628.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-624x446.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Natural_Worn-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">These natural-hair bristles are worn from heavy scrubbing and scumbling.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Synthetic-Hair Brushes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bristles of these brushes are made from artificial materials such as nylon, polyester or Taklon fibers, materials designed to mimic the characteristics of natural hairs. These brushes are often more budget-friendly than natural-hair brushes, making them an attractive choice for beginners exploring oil painting for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361666\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-880x628.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-624x446.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-brushes.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Synthetic-Hair Brushes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361675\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-880x495.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-624x351.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-250x141.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Spring-1-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The synthetic bristles often have a softer spring.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The softness of synthetic-hair brushes makes them effective at holding thin paint and glazes, but less effective with thick, heavy-bodied oils. If you prefer a controlled, gentile approach to painting, synthetics might be a good choice. They\u2019re good options for creating crisp edges, details, and delicate strokes. For washes, glazing and creating subtle transitions of color, be sure to have a range of synthetics ready in your studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As synthetic bristles wear down, they\u2019re more prone to distortion as the ends curl or split. It\u2019s important to take care of your brushes. Clean them with brush soap after each painting session. Bristles and hair are held in the ferrule with glue, so it\u2019s important to dry your brushes with bristles pointed downward to protect the glue. After washing, shape the brush tips and dry them carefully to retain their shapes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361671\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-880x628.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-624x446.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic-Brushmark.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Synthetic-hair brushes are great for washes, blending, details and delicate marks.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361676\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-880x628.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-624x446.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Synthetic_Worn-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Synthetic bristles will get worn from heavy scrubbing and scumbling.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best of Both Worlds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One good option is to use a blend of both natural- and synthetic-hair brushes. Have several larger natural brushes for block-ins, scrubbing and wet-in-wet techniques. Use a selection of synthetic brushes in later stages of your work to soften edges, smooth blends, sharpen edges, and refine details.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1361662\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-880x628.jpg 880w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-624x446.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended-600x429.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Brush-Set_Recommended.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what an initial set might look like.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group new-bulleted-lists is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#555555\">\u2713<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:95%\">\n<p class=\"has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color\">Large Filbert Natural \u2014 for large block-ins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#555555\">\u2713<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:95%\">\n<p class=\"has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color\">\u00bd-inch Filbert Natural \u2014 for expressive marks and wet-into-wet techniques<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#555555\">\u2713<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:95%\">\n<p class=\"has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color\">\u00bd-inch Bright Natural \u2014 for controlled shapes, block-ins, wet-into-wet techniques<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#555555\">\u2713<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:95%\">\n<p class=\"has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color\">1-inch Flat Synthetic \u2014 large washes, glazes, and crisp edges<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#555555\">\u2713<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:95%\">\n<p class=\"has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color\">\u00bd-inch Flat Synthetic \u2014 for smaller shapes, textures, and details<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-10 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#555555\">\u2713<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:95%\">\n<p class=\"has-very-dark-blue-color has-text-color\">Small Round Synthetic \u2014 for details, linework, and fine marks<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Experiment with different brush types to better understand their characteristics to help you curate a set of brushes that best aligns with your approach to painting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Artist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-11 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Scott-Maier-Headshot-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1171837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Scott-Maier-Headshot-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Scott-Maier-Headshot-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Scott-Maier-Headshot-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.artistsnetwork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Scott-Maier-Headshot.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Meet the Artist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/scottmaierart.com\/\">Scott Maier <\/a>is an artist, instructor, and a content contributor to artistsnetwork.com. 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