This brush makes painting flowers so easy it's almost cheating.

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

I have MY OWN Filbert brush now!!! Yay! Find MY Princeton Blooms Brush Velvetouch Series size 12 Filbert on my Amazon Store < amzn.to/3U2HpnJ > and if it's sold out, you can always try Blick < jennarainey.com/blick > Don't miss my NEW course The Art Within. In it, we cover watercolor fundamentals, drills, and practice. We also discuss finding your own creative style and how to get into "flow state" for optimal creative mindset. Check it out: www.jennarainey.com/the-art-within // If you want more monthly watercolor tutorials, check out my Patreon! I offer ad-free tutorials, Patreon-exclusive tutorials each month, and live art classes. Check it out here: www.jennarainey.com/patreon

[@naominoeldner8757]

I love that you keep your palette in the frame so we can see exactly what you do when you go for more paint, it can be so informative and very few watercolor teachers show that part in their lessons. Also, you are very good at describing what you are doing with your brush ~ very specific and detailed thank you so much. Can’t wait to give it a try!

[@5p3nc3r]

The rose painted with the round looks so much better.

[@aprilmcdonald1063]

I agree

[@kaitlinanderson]

i don't know ... the filbert give you cleaner, sharper lines, but i love the more painterly look of the flowers made with the round brush. each have their purpose. all the results are beautiful either way thank you jenna for the demo.

[@isabelle.9]

That is exactly what I was thinking as well. Although both red flowers are pretty in their own right, I am more drawn to the left flower.

[@mandyphipps-green1140]

Us beginners need all the help we can get! So many videos are like 'just paint a stroke like this, so simple' - except it's not simple for beginners, especially ones that aren't naturally artistic! So thanks! I'll try this on the weekend. I especially liked how your gerberas turned out.

[@annettefournier9655]

The right brush for the job is an old toll painters creed. Makes life so much easier.

[@michaellowe8086]

I have an old long handle, round Yarka sable that I used for oils a long time ago. It has lost its tip and rounded out to be a very comfortable and much used watercolor brush that is somewhat like a filbert. I love using this brush. I have a smaller Yarka filbert that I bought at the same time as the round. It is useful as well, but a bit too small for general use. Sometimes, sharp tips get in the way. I am sure that everyone has experienced moments when they wished that the brush they were using didn't come to a point! Nice place to visit Jenna!

[@ladyhecate9450]

When I painted in oils for 17 years, and mostly florals, I used a Filbert brush. Doing leaves is also easy. So I went back and use a Filbert brush for petals, particularly daisies, sunflowers, etc.

[@amberforbes3151]

The filbert brush is my favorite brush because it's so incredibly versatile perdiodt.

[@mickeyroth1454]

If you haven't yet: try starting with the Filbert on it's edge. Then as you press down on the brush, rotate it so it is on the flat side. The stroke can end here or you can rotate back to the side while reducing pressure. Filbert are also good at loading brush with one color then dipping one side ( or corner) in another color.

[@jilledwards8376]

Yes! It makes it pointy on one end and round on the other!

[@willow_rayne6678]

I took this video as an artist discovering a new tool to aide her in her craft. Much like everyone else when they discovered a tool that made what they did easier. It's an opinion. By sharing this, she's giving a look into how each brush behaves when painting each type of flower, the leaves, and stems. While there are things she still uses a round brush for, there are also ones that she prefers to use the Filbert brush on. Again, it's an opinion. Every creator has their favorite tool(s). Each person will view the art and form their own opinions. That is what art is. Subjective. The meaning, the message, the emotions felt from any artwork is different between each person. That is another reason art is so beautiful. Whether you already knew of this brush or not, this was an informative video providing visuals to what this brush looks like in painting varying petals. For someone like me who is newer to watercolors, I am thankful for videos of this nature, as it provides me with a viewpoint on the different brushes, and aides in my development with watercolors. Thanks again for sharing!

[@margaretvoorhaar7651]

I will confess to having had one and not using it. Thanks! Yay!

[@sakshyabanchhor2002]

First video for filbert. When I got my first filbert, I was so confused as to how to use it. Will try these tricks in the future!!!! 💕❤️

[@peonieglow5005]

Left side round prettiest

[@carileung7594]

OMG im a beginner of painting ,after watching ur video i learn a lot !!!! love ur sharing~👍

[@cindymccann3753]

I like both brushes you have used today. You're round brush flowers'" are unique too

[@Castellop]

Thank you so much! Sharing your gifts so generously has brought more joy to me than you will know! My Mom is super artistic and until I started painting with you I totally thought there was a windstorm the day the Art fairy dust was released! 3 months later...my husband told his students..."my wife is an artist". The favorite part of my day is a cup of tea and painting with You Jenna!!!!

[@watercolourartincapetown2919]

Jenna is def super generous & you are super fortunate to have such a supportive husband who proudly proclaimed his wife's artistic talents to his students. All the best on your watercolour journey Lisa :)

[@sumbae7668]

Interesting. My soulmate brush shape is the cat's toungue. I feel like I never need to switch brushes ever because it is so versatile and can take many "shapes".

[@juliepeck6915]

Same^^

[@ArcticBanshee]

I love watching videos of ppl using cat’s tongue to make roses. So romantic-looking

[@k-do6210]

My Goodness! I have several of those brushes but never tried to paint flowers! Perfection!!

[@stephanieallen3616]

Ooh how fun! I esp like the yellow Florwer on its side.

[@sigrunasa]

Thanks for the generosity of sharing your knowledge. I enjoy watching you teach and I always learn some new and exciting things.Regards from Iceland

[@LilyShimizu]

Man when I finally wanted to get back into painting recently I spent a considerable amount of time in Michael’s just figuring out which brushes I should get, searching for some small sets with good variety to save money instead of buying each individually, and I focused mostly on making sure I had a variation of round brush sizes BUT I was particularly drawn a discounted Filbert 10 brush the only one left, and I didn’t want to pass it up, and then when I tested it I was IN LOVE with the effects I got. I can’t believe I haven’t used it since the first test, but I guess it’s because I’ve just been trying to practice with one or two round sizes but this makes me especially want to mess with it again, it’s such a great shape to work with.

[@christinetrappenfortes7761]

The MIMIK squirrel are wonderful. They are vegan (non animal), available on Amazon. They are sometimes on sale, but either way the small sets of 5 brushes are the way to go. The brushes last for years.

[@sherrieleslie7478]

Thank you Jenna for sharing. Have trouble painting flowers.

[@LindaMW]

I like the round brush results so much better for the rose but the others the filbert seems like nice change. Thanks for demo, appreciate your time!!

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

The filbert brush set that I tested in the video: DUGATO - amzn.to/3t0B6Us * Similar filbert brushes by Princeton (my go-to brand!) in different sizes: Princeton Select Artiste Filbert Paint Brush #16 (slightly bigger than the one in the video): amzn.to/3sl8je5 * Princeton VelvetTouch Filbert Paint Brush #8 (good for smaller flowers): amzn.to/3vjov1B *

[@urmomsadie]

Thanks!!

[@aprilmcdonald1063]

Thank you 💕

[@wanderingcreativity]

Thank you so much 😊

[@dapplegrayvlogs]

Thanks! What size filbert brush did you use in this video?

[@aprilmcdonald1063]

@@dapplegrayvlogs she said a 14 🙂

[@Linda-td5si]

I just promised myself I wouldn't buy any more brushes! Lol! But after watching this and reading some of the comments Jenna, I just have to try the filbert for those flowers! Lol! 😜🎨🖌

[@nl212ep]

Same. I literally just put some in the cart

[@cinjm7961]

My opinion there are no rules when creating art. You can use your toes if it makes you happy and that will reflect in your work. 😊

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

My only hang up with Filbert brushes is the numerous ways they are numbered , very frustrating to me. #18, #28 eat. and then there is 3/4 inch , 1 inch yada , yada. love your video !

[@kvuppal1]

All sold out on Amazon! Good job!

[@sailajaallanki4549]

Thank you very much for the freebies , you are one of my favorite teachers. !!.

[@conniedecarolis3173]

You do beautiful flowers. I loved this video. It will help me. Thank you

[@justmaggs]

have you tried a pointed filbert though?! It makes painting plants like ferns SO effortless. I love them sooo much

[@SBartist65]

Mind blown about using the opposite end of the round brush to pull veins into the flower petals! 🤯Also I’ve noticed you using these new brushes so thanks for the side-by-side difference! I’ll have to try them out!

[@Babyjohn8170]

I really enjoy using the filbert brush too.

[@Goldi-Luc]

i have always preferred filbert brushes for certain things, i just love them

[@rgporter1957]

I can see the value in using both of the brushes, particularly depending upon what you'd want your flower to look like as regards to one's mood for the painting session - loose and free or a little more controlled and refined. At least I see those attributes in each flower style. Am I taking this too seriously, associating moods with results and style, etc? It rather sounds like it as I reread this! I know what I mean, just having a hard time trying to say it! I think the Filbert is a good little brush with lots of capabilities.

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

I personally try not to overthink my painting, I just go for it -- whether it's color mixing or brushes I'm using, I just get in the flow state and go for it. That's how I like to paint - I recommend for people to try and let go and just go, but honestly, whatever works for YOU! 😉

[@annsimonsen3273]

Love this brush. Your instructions are excellent. Thanks for the E-Book.

[@arlenemurphy804]

Just ordered a filbert. Need to give it a try. Thank you.

[@shelleymcafee8197]

Thank-You, this was fun and very-helpful!

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@lora9664]

I haven’t tried that but recently started using a dagger from Kristy Rice collection. I think it has a similar feel. Definitely easier to paint flowers with the dagger than the round.

[@lorettafritz6992]

I love that you are still experimenting and learning new stuff is this media. It reminds me that there is always another place to go, a different challenge to tackle. Thanks for the inspiration. I am lucky enough to have a gift set of very nice brushes is all shapes and sizes. Time for some simple testing to see what they can do. 🖌️

[@watercolourartincapetown2919]

I think experimenting keeps things fun... brushes is all shapes and sizes sound fun, lots for you to experiment with Loretta

[@serraslife77]

I've been super addicted to Kristy Rice's dagger brushes..They aren't synthetic Sable but OMG SOOOO MUCH FUN! Her whole set is fun to use. Of course there are other dagger brushes out there but like she said hers are shaped slightly different and that difference is awesome. I'm curious what you'd think of them.

[@virginiabusch139]

Me too! Obsessed with Kristy.

[@alliev8701]

I finally got my blooms brush and I love it!

[@carmennunez715]

I will have to give the filbert a try I also have it but I tend to just use the round brushes for flowers.

[@sulagracehenrichsen6682]

Love, love, love. Of course!

[@susie1216]

Thanks for the informative video! I’ve never used a filbert brush before, but I’m going to pick one up and give it a go. Thanks for the inspiration! Love you channel and I enjoy your book!

[@safi456]

Forget the paints and brushes....your jawline! 😍 so sharp! 😃

[@halnewhouser1217]

Hi Jenna, I likethe end result of the way you paint every flower. Hal

[@tinak5765]

This was a good demo for the filbert brush. It definitely has a place in my gallery of brushes. I thought with the anemone it kind of squared off the tips of the flowers.

[@francinebrown1944]

Now I know how to use the filbert brush I bought a while ago. Thanks Jenna!

[@hanksimon1023]

I love the Filbert Grainer for painting fur, feathers, and grasses ... and, I agree, it feels like cheating!

[@jeannefrank2765]

I can not wait to try a filbert brush to paint a watercolor flower- thank you!

[@annawarren2675]

You know, when you first started painting I really felt like I preferred the look from the round brush, but at the end I definitely see a difference. I think I was a little biased because of how versatile a round brush is, but you’ve demonstrated that filberts are just as versatile for certain styles. Thank you!

[@patriciahorelick6450]

Thank you! I grabbed a filbert and am trying it out!

[@monicabiashi4866]

Great video, thank you so much! Just started with watercolor , I have your book and following your tutorials! Love it all💖

[@janinafisher101]

I'm pretty much an amateur artist - just teaching myself - and my medium is acrylic, but I love filbert brushes for their versatility. I wish I could find an acrylic artist with a video on paintbrushes! Thanks for this, Jenna!

[@joannaellingson9403]

The Art Sherpa has an acrylic tutorial about brushes. Happy painting!

[@valeriecraig4557]

@@joannaellingson9403 art Sherpa brushes

[@BlancaVarguesArt]

Very nice video!! so charm!

[@jesswoodhere]

Dude! I can’t wait to try this out!

[@beabeamakesartnstuff7693]

Hi Jenna, you could sharpen the end of your filbert brush to emulate the wooden tip end of the rounds. Just either use a stanley knife or stick it in a sharpener. You could varnish it if you were worried about water damage :)

[@stacybrown8125]

Hi Jenna. Have you painted bluebonnets? Would love to see.

[@christinetrappenfortes7761]

Suggestion :I have taken brushes that I accidentally ordered long instead of short. I cut them off and put them in a pencil sharpener (not to a fine tip) and used to scribe the paper for flower veins. Love all of your paintings no matter what brush you use.

[@suemagee3940]

Yes, I learned that great technique from artist, Paul Clark.

[@Mandy-f5p]

What does scribe the paper mean exactly?

[@ligiacerqueira1721]

I love your style

[@AliBaba-ke5jn]

Prefer round brush. More delicate .

[@agold1702]

Great instruction-thanks for sharing this!

[@mona905]

I have one filbert brush and never use it yet! But now definintaly I'll go try it 👍 Thank you Jenna 🙏

[@wanderingcreativity]

Thanks friend the work is lovely 🥰

[@dapplegrayvlogs]

I Love this and I want one! Could I get an amazon link to the Filbert brush? You don't talk about what size brush it is and didn't link it in your description!

[@pedro4lola640]

Try a cat’s tongue - the advantages of a filbert but also with a tip. Good for backgrounds too. I have used a pencil sharpener on my cheap brushes for a pointy tip.

[@mywifetheartist]

Great information. Do you have a video on doing a flower with a #50 filbert brush?

[@samawhidden]

Love you and your videos! Even better than a filbert is a cats tongue! It’s the best of both worlds and I’m addicted!

[@Anne5440_]

I have loved filbert brushes for years. I have one that is misplaced right now. So I had my daughter pick up 2 for me recently. Dagger brushes are also fun.

[@junelune2344]

Thanks for your help 👍

[@Nickabod79]

filberts and striper/dagger brushes forever. I have so many rounds and I wish I would have held off on buying so many before trying different shaped brushes.

[@yunzers]

Fun watching you get excited about a different style brush. I’ve been using filberts for small filler leaves with a small filbert , it does great. Thanks Jenna!

[@davidmolloy126]

Hiya Jenna, It's not cheating as the brush itself was a creative process in its inception and development. If it works use it. I'm a new subscriber from England and Paul Apps recommended your channel. Thanks very much for a great video. David.

[@donnachabot7200]

Really enjoy your videos! Thank you 🎨

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

❤️❤️

[@andreabustamante4423]

Exactly the info I was looking for, thanks!

[@unmomento878]

true! i just discovered this brush too! :)

[@codiuart]

Thanks for sharing Jenna Rainey, I did not think the use of this palm tree would be so great after watching your video. I am also a person who loves drawing flowers, so your video is great, it gives me many options to draw a flower.

[@marytiffin4149]

You are the very best Jenna! Love your videos!

[@lori900]

My first timing seeing you. A montage of info that I am soaking in. For the two different brushes you used, I definitely like each for different reasons and combining the two. I have a rounded brush at home that I can't wait to mess around with now for flowers. Thanks so much!!

[@annewatman677]

I love my filberts!

[@sangART.]

Beautiful painting 🥰

[@Stacey-barnbrushart]

Wonderful!

[@marie5754]

That was great help❤

[@user-uo9br9fe2s]

Thank you!

[@bethertravel]

I also have that brush!😃

[@cheryls_creative7048]

Looks like I’m getting some filbert brushes! 😂 I like the way the petals separated when you painted them. This was really useful! Thanks! :)

[@chrisfields1723]

I love your style - how you shape the flowers (with either brush) I’ve been staring at my filbert brushes and now, thanks to your video, I’m going on a filbert adventure😂

[@lanahopkins8729]

Thank you for another great tip!!

[@mc4803]

No, I think everything evolves. Paint, paper, its use a better tool or a more precise tool for something. Please teach us how to use them. Please also a video with sakura blossom!!! 🙏 Love from Mexico 🇲🇽💕

[@yozza0121]

❤brilliant!

[@Laura_________]

This is the video I have been waiting for!!! Now I want one, though maybe with a shorter handle. I feel like I would constantly stab myself with such a long handle (unless it is an optical illusion)

[@myhoneybird]

Wow! So excited to try this!! 💜

[@EmmaLefebvre]

Okay, well now I want one… dammit Jenna! Lol

[@JennaRaineyChannel]

😂😂😂 lol

[@sheilarubino7241]

Me too 😏

[@recoveringsoul755]

@@JennaRaineyChannel is the filbert also called a cat's tongue brush?

[@ericakauffman5786]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@laurapuchalski7402]

@@recoveringsoul755 no thats a different brush

[@jodiejackson136]

I’m a Newby to watercolor only 5 months. I’m hooked. I started watching your KZbin channel yesterday and still watching today. Learning so much. Will start practicing when my new supplies arrive on Friday. Meanwhile, where can I get the ebook?

[@kimlindseyOH]

I saw you using a different-looking brush in your 10:1:10 challenge video & was curious. The handle looked a different color (& length) to me, so I wondered if it was a Princeton Neptune. But in this video (which I had to slow waaay down to see), I notice that the brand is Dugato. Something new? Are the bristles still synthetic, like Princeton? Do you like the longer handle? I was going to try a quill for my next new brush, but maybe I'll go with a filbert instead. Thanks for posting Jenna!! :-)

[@user-bk8qn9rh5k]

Thank you for the terrific tutorial! Off to look for a filbert brush!

[@melaniewatson7196]

You and Paul are the Bestest!! :)

[@GardenGnome_Australia]

Love your tutorials Jenna, you made it look so easy yet the flowers are beautiful 🤩