What brushes to buy (Watercolour).
How to Choose and Buy Brushes for Watercolour. Almost invariably when I have a new student arrive for their first session they will unpack a box of paints and brushes that they have either been given or have gone out and bought especially for the course. It's great to see the commitment to learning that this represents but all too often they will have spent a lot of money on brushes that they may never use. Brushes come in a huge range of materials, styles and prices so start with just a few key brushes and add to them as your painting develops. Personally, I use synthetic brushes, they suit my working methods and I prefer to not use animal hair. You may find natural fibres suit you better but don't assume that expensive brushes are necessarily the right fit for you. The three brushes I recommend for beginners are - A large flat shader with a chisel edge. I use this brush for so many things; laying washes, adding texture, lifting out, tole painting etc A medium ro