What's This Brush For? 12 Common Brushes Demystified!

[@brightpurpleviking]

The thing I love about your videos is that you truly know your stuff, and you demystify the supplies and the processes which makes me feel less intimidated to try anything! I've been an artist and taught specific mediums on and off for twenty five years and it isn't often you find an artist who isn't so full of themselves that they scare off their audience. Keep up the good work!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks, I really appreciate that:)

[@susierisk2347]

You've done it again--answered so many of my questions about brushes. Not only do I learn from your videos, I also learn from your answers to different comments. Thank you for a very thorough and informative video.

[@sharonsheffield2734]

Thanks Lindsey, for showing how to use the different brushes. I am a beginner and can now see why some of my projects don't turn out as well as I would like. Using the right brush certainly does make a difference . this has helped me so much. Thank you for sharing your art talents.

[@debbiespringer7961]

You're such a great teacher. I love that you explain your tips and tricks, and the "whys".❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@barbaraschierloh1209]

Boy did I need this video! I'm just getting into painting and this demistified brushes. I'm sure to watch this over and over. Thank you, Lindsay for doing these videos. I always learn a lot

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks!

[@SammiJarrad]

I use the filbert for face painting also. It's awesome for laying down a base.

[@Tennishead21]

The way Fabart has designed these travel brushes is simply genius.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I agree, what I like best is that there is no way to damage the bristles on a brush if you put them in the elastic loops. They can't slip and get bent by bumping against the case. Also they don't vave the caps that can splay the bristels like other travel sets have. And you get 12 brushes in one small case and the easy of a full size brush to paint with. It has been hard not to show you these before, so glad I can now!

[@maryyoungblood8550]

In acrylics you can use the fan for everything including pine trees, waterfalls, grasses. I hardly ever use mine for blending.

[@pkiser1980]

I ordered this set of brushes, can't wait to get it. I lots and lots of brushes because I have a ceramic shop but these brushes will be only used by ME. Hands off everyone, these are mine.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

haha, nice!

[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

Thanks Lindsay-it's so helpful to get a clear explanation of the basic tools and what they are used for.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks!

[@TheGardenKitten]

this is a great way to travel with brushes. I like the multi brush heads.

[@burnylowe-miller4012]

Thank you, thank you so much. I am really glad to learn what the different brushes are for. I am learning watercolor and had only the round brush and was trying to do everything with one brush. So I will save this video to learn and practice on.

[@bevroberts8440]

Positively fabulous video, Lindsay! Don't have much time today to play with paints, but tomorrow I will gather up my brushes and follow along...so much good information here. I count you as a blessing and a Joy!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

aww, thanks Bev;)

[@clarefriend1376]

Thanks so much Lindsey. Ordered these brushes before the video was finished. Love anything "travel size". I have interchangeable knitting needles by fabart and love them . The are great for travel too.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

probably a good thing because they are sold out now:)

[@kimberlymeredith-jeffery5876]

Love these tutorials! Some very very clever ideas. She thinks out of the box I love this- Great travel ideas too🥰

[@julieseymour6452]

Really cool video. It helped me alot.Thinking of trying painting and didn't know what brushes to buy. Thanks.

[@Linda-qq5mg]

I just found this tutorial today! You explained the various brushes and their uses so well! I enjoyed learning new ways to use my brushes! Thank you for another wonderful video.

[@nalanihamby3710]

I would love an update on this set! Maybe some material for a sat chat in the future?

[@lauramurphy438]

I want to thank you so much for doing this video. I am so much more knowledgeable about the different brushes now. I have been inspired to experiment with my brushes and practice my watercoloring techniques.

[@carried9130]

I really appreciate this tutorial! I am very new to painting, and have been stuck a bit and not sure why. I've learned about loading the brushes a lot in this video and using the correct brush for the subject I'm painting. You also have peaked my interest in watercolors-I had never been interested in them before but honestly, it was because I didn't know how to paint with them. Thank you for your tutorials! :)

[@Coloryourheartout]

Another excellent video. I learn so much from you I just received the phoenix 48 watercolor paints and a watercolor journal. Now I need more brushes so this video was extremely helpful. Can’t thank you enough for recommending the book all you need to know about watercolor I was lucky enough to find a used copy on Amazon for $8.00. I look forward to all your videos you brighten my day.

[@peggycochran6086]

Thank you Lindsay. Very informative for us beginners!

[@mikekeyes6102]

What a brilliant and comprehensive demonstration.

[@pamelathompson9890]

Great tutorial, really needed to learn the uses and types. I am a newbie..

[@jaspermartin7444]

It's interesting to me how I need periodic reminders of just the basics. (sad too but not gonna dwell on that.) Was motivated to watch this because lately I've been curious about the purpose of the flat angled brush. Re-learned some other things in process, THANKS Lindsay!! 💖💖💖

[@sharonlones942]

Lindsay, once again you nailed it! I've always wanted to know about the different brushes and what they should/can be used for. Thank you for another great video.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thank you!

[@nickimontie]

This video was in the recommended list while I was watching your previous video. This is another great tutorial!l I watched your video about burning out with card marking. I totally agree, but I would love to see you do these kinds of videos for all different topics. While I really enjoy seeing the creativity of your cards, I think advice on different techniques would fill a niche here on KZbin. Again thank you for your generous sharing and Happy Holidays!!♡

[@kimberlywalker1015]

I'm really a novice here...appreciate all the information ☺

[@dianestedman1466]

you have great hair. love it here . thanks for explaining all of these to us!!!!

[@belindaw5849]

I really like this set. I know as far as the little tool on my tunisian crochet hooks they are interchangeable and if you don't use that little tool to tighten real well it will come loose. I can't see how it would with a paint brush but maybe the more you use them they will. If you have had them for a year then I guess not. Thank you for your explanation on all the brushes. I have never used a cat tongue but still trying to get my feet wet with watercolors. TFS! You are such a great teacher.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

TRy a cat's tongue if you get a chance, it is such a useful brush in watercolor, you can easily do a while painting with it yet not lack for versatility. I have several in different sizes.

[@maryyoungblood8550]

Art Sherpa fans will tell you that the cat's tongue is excellent in acrylics especially in a firm synthetic filament

[@veaudor]

THAT'S the best demo I've ever seen of a controlled wash. Thank you!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks you:)

[@anitaholmes9713]

Wow...that was so informative. I never really understood the "bright" for brushes...you cleared that up beautifully...thanks for sharing....such a fan of your channel.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks!

[@louisegrinham2315]

Hi Lindsay, thanks for your tutorial on brushes it is so useful. I love the travel case, it's so compact and easy to transport. I paint in my lunch break at work and sometime struggle with transportation ! this would solve that issue. Thanks again Lou xx

[@melissaedwards7431]

Oh my stars! This tutorial helped me so much! Thanks Lindsay!

[@JeanneGS1]

I am glad you are showing that travel brush set! I've been looking for a good set to take with me, and I do like to have a variety of types! I just put my order in and can't wait to try them! Thanks, Lindsay!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I think you will really like them, I hope you used the 20% off coupon:)

[@JeanneGS1]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich I did use the coupon! Worked like a charm!! :) Thank you for posting it!!

[@Charley711away711]

Those small brush heads are a great idea and would be perfect for this beginner! Learn so much from you! Love from a fellow New Englander!

[@LauraAnn77]

Awesome tutorial on these brushes, I'm sure your students love you....Thanks so much.

[@gqwilts]

thank you for such a comprehensive explanation for various brushes.

[@paulahaynes6131]

Just got mine but haven't used it yet. Am excited though since seeing your review.

[@joannecarroll5504]

re Cat's Tongue /Pointed Filbert brush - although not normally great for acrylics as you mentioned Lindsay, I thought acrylic painters might find it useful to know that since this video was made, there is a new Cat's Tongue brush on the market, with stronger bristles for acrylic paints. It's designed by The Art Sherpa Cinnamon Cooney & made by Silver Brush Co. Hope that helps somebody :)

[@abbystevens5693]

If you paint only woth watercolorpencils then acrylic brishes are easier to wet all pigment layed down with the pencil.But carefull as those brushes tend to be more stiff and with rough use the paper can get damaged

[@LoveYouBeTrue]

So informative. Thank you for this great video! I love the way you used the flat angle in the tree. Gorgeous!

[@daphnecampbelljinnette6808]

Love love love this! Ordered one set right away!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

yaya, I am glad you got one, they sold out quickly!

[@MrsZoey]

Hi I just wanted you to know that I didn't mean to enter to win these brushes twice. My husband and I both tried to leave a comment saying which ones I wanted if I win, but we didn't see either of them post. I didn't want you to think I was stacking the deck in my favor. Thank you, I learn so much from you!!!!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

no worries, I will toss out the extra one:) I have to manually approve fist time commenters but you will be counted:)

[@nardeenkeryakes2847]

For almost all of my paintings I use just a round brush (10) and an angled brush (1/4) and oh my lord they're amazing, I can do just about anything with them! 10/10 recommend those two if you don't want to spend a lot of money on a bunch of different brushes but you still want the versatility of a bunch of different brushes (also it's so much easier to only have two brushes to clean) :D

[@thefrugalcrafter]

great advice!

[@taylorjudi]

Love this brush set. i understand why it sold out so quick. I will be watching Amazon for it to be restocked- and crossing my fingers and toes for your giveaway!

[@candytrippiedi1406]

I think this was very informational. Great job explaining all the uses. Thank once again for sharing .

[@zaleyhart]

Wonderful video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge... maybe you could do a whole series of "demystifying". Papers, other tools, paint additives, etc.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

good idea!

[@sharonh988]

Thank you for an excellent lesson on brushes.

[@elainerosenberg3018]

Very informative video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@karensmith5633]

Just practised some controlled washes - great results! Thank you for being so generous in sharing your knowledge.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

awesome!

[@sharonfrench1087]

Thank you. You answered all my brush questions, some I didn't even know I had. It looks like a great set too. The case would protect the brushes so it's a safe investment.

[@EphygeniA]

This is a good technique (the first showed with the round brush) I use when I want a flat coloured surface with Ecoline ^^

[@RuthsInkwell]

TFS! I had no idea what you could do with brushes!!!! ❤️

[@puneeth1443]

Thank you Lindsay. Learning so much from you. 😊

[@maggiebach5791]

This was so informative, Lindsay. I learned a lot about brushes *and* technique. Thank you very much!

[@joeygalvin8860]

Two bad we can't still get this set it looks like a pretty cool one😀

[@rogerpenndorf1510]

always SO informative Love Watercolor

[@meanbean98]

i really like those travel brushes very nice i couldnt find that set tho...

[@thefrugalcrafter]

For some crazy reason they stopped selling it. :(

[@AV-dh3hr]

What a neat idea, very helpful for us beginners! Thank you once again, Lindsay! You're videos are always wonderful! :)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thank you!

[@13Shirleen]

I'd love to see a written list of brushes you'd recommend for people in the UK. Subtitles don't always work and for ages I thought you were saying Engram instead of M Graham! By the way this is NOT a complaint it's why they say we are two nations separated by a single language! I'm also very hard of hearing which doesn't help. Thanks for explaining these. I love the look of a cat's tongue brush.

[@ElinT13]

Thanks a lot for this technique video! It just shows how important knowledge about how to use your supplies is!

[@thejasonmoss]

You've been turning me on to bigger rounds lately. I've been using the value set of Mimik from Jerry's! Loving the bigger rounds in the set. Have a nice monday, Lindsay.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks, I love a big round brush. Take care:)

[@cynthiahull3780]

This was immensely helpful! I especially appreciated learning the alternate names. I was confused by brushes that looked similar but had different names and wonder how they differed.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks Cynthia! And now that you can see what these shapes are used fore you can probably guess what other brushes do and save time and money in picking the right ones:)

[@ThePhoenixLair]

I've learned SO much from this video. What really blew my mind was that I now know why my brushes sometimes poof out and don't keep their shape.. even tho I clean them religiously. If I can actually keep my paint from getting up into the ferrule, they may last longer 😂😂 I wanted to ask a quick question... if anyone can answer? She mentioned on one brush with water color that it's ok to let the paint go onto the ferrule because it will wash out.. does this apply to all brushes with water color paint? Thank you so much Lindsay!! 😄

[@Janescheekychickens]

I have the same problem try as hard as I might I'm terrible for getting paint up the farrel.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

with watercolor you should be fine,any paint getting up there is (or should be) watery, just rinse it well and wipe it and let it dry as usual. If your watercolor brush gets misshapen simply wash it in cool water and baby shampoo, wipe it dry and add more soap to the brush and pull it into shape with your fingers and let dry fully. The next time you use it rinse out the soap and it should be back to normal. If you have acrylic dried in a brush you can soak in it alcohol, then wash with soap and water. If that doesn't do the trick and if the brush is synthetic you can boil water, remove from heat and dip the brush tip in and carefully sculpt into shape. This is a last resort, it is better to take care of brushes in the first place but it happens to the best of us:)

[@sticky_friends]

Great information! Especially on the explanation of the fan blender. Thank you!

[@cindyp5531]

Thank you so much I'm a newbie and I've learned sooooo much that will help me a lot just starting out I was finding it difficult to pick the right brush for what I was trying to do....and it makes it frustrating but NOW I feel so informed can't wait to start my next pic!!!🙂thx so much awesome video I watch you all the time and have tried one of your pic...your my teacher lol lol

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I am honored to be your teacher:)

[@cindyp5531]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich awe thx I watch and learn from each and everyone of your videos thx for sharing your talent 💐

[@memalus]

Very helpful information, Lindsay. Thank you very much!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

you are welcome:)

[@erin9905]

Hey Lindsay! Can you recommend the size of flat and angled brushes for 32k watercolor painting. I am consider buying flat and angled brushes, but I can't decide which size I should buy. Only for small paintings. Thank you for your help! LOVE YOU!!

[@MagicalBevanna]

Thanks Lynsay, I can now give names and purpose to around half the unused brushes that reside in my brush box.. Most have lived there since being removed from sets I've purchased or been given. I've experimented with some, to see if I can gleam a use for that particular, peculiar, purchase! Lol So Thanks Lynsay, for solving one of the artistic conundrums in my life. =^.,.^= xx Now, if you could do one on all the bottles of stuff you get in paint kits and boxes, I've one that came in a posh box of Acrylic paints, that says you must use outside, and to avoid breathing in the fumes!! That's a glazing agent. Why oh why do they put these bottles of hazardous chemicals in these sets??? And, more importantly, are they actually needed??

[@thefrugalcrafter]

needed? no, it just effects the paint t make certain techniques easier:)

[@joanwarmanthompson3508]

I learn so much from you thanks

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

Wow, great information and very clear to understand, will definitely check out those brushes. Tfs xo

[@SouthernAngelsStamping]

Love the video tips! This looks like a really nice brush set! I don't paint with oils.. Did a little when I was younger but my favorite is acrylics! I am getting a bit more into the watercolors now! I use to hate them but like them now! Did you say that you can use the same brushes for the acrylics & watercolors? I thought I had to keep separate brushes for them! If I can use the same brushes that makes it so much easier for buying brushes now!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

It won't hurt your acrylic brushes to use them for watercolors but acrylic brushes eventually need to be replaced unless you are extremely good about caring for them while watercolor brushes kept for watercolor can last a lifetime

[@SouthernAngelsStamping]

I am good about cleaning them and I don't leave them in water except when I am using them! I take very good care of all of my art supplies and clean everything as soon as I have finished using it! I can't afford to replace items so I have to be picky about cleaning my things! Thank you for letting me know :)

[@limerent72]

Oh, too bad Fabart doesn't seem to be in business anymore. Hope you still like and kept your set.

[@teresawebster3498]

That is a nice set of brushes.

[@sherrithompson6950]

Thanks so much Lindsay! I like the watercolor palette you're using in this video. What watercolors/palette is it?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

Mission Gold perfect pans set of 24, it is nice and compact but has lots of paint:) Also a teeny bit of color goes a very long way;)

[@cyndiagilbert6216]

Great tutorial! I've been out of art school for too long and this was a great refresher!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks!

[@NancyLynn]

Two thumbs up Lindsay! Incredibly interesting and informative ... another chapter in "The Lindsay Encyclopedia" LOL! Thanks so much for sharing Lindsay!!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

aw, thanks:)

[@Janescheekychickens]

Wow thats a brillaint set of brushes, I had never seen a set like that before, where you can change the heads, thank you once again for a great learning tutorial.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

You are very welcome:)

[@vickiniazi8280]

Jane Mulraney

[@HooWnts2No]

Thanks, Lindsay!! Loved this informative tutorial!

[@annak2575]

Lindsay you look Absolutely Fabulous - red and black Love you!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

aww, thanks:)

[@1SassyCrafter]

Thanks for the video, Lindsay! I clicked on the links but couldn't find the travel set you have. Both links bring me to Amazon

[@thefrugalcrafter]

oh no, they sold out. Hopefully they will have more up soon!

[@plicketyplunk]

What an invaluable video! Thanks a million times for this.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks, so glad you enjoyed it!

[@DanBuell]

Lindsay is the best!!!!

[@horseman1968]

I was just interested in a little information on a round...but this was too dang interesting so I had to watch it all. LOL

[@michelleregis6181]

Thanks for this informative video, im a beginner and your tutorials are helpfull

[@Pearberrie]

This is such a useful video! I actually bought a cats tongue Princeton Neptune brush some time ago, it's my first cats tongue brush and I thought it would have a point but when it gets wet it turns into a filbert which is still great but disappointing and until I saw this video I thought maybe all cats tongue were like that! Next time I think I'll buy one in a shop where I can try it first, that looks like a super great brush to have!

[@ebyn77]

awesome Video thank you! its gone straight into my reference section :) I wish they posted to Oz.

[@tiffanyb4646]

love learning about the different brushes. and what an awesome set!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Tiffany B thanks for watching:)

[@tiffanyb4646]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich always! question, is there an expiration for the discount?

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Tiffany B the company did not give me one, I will ask;)

[@tiffanyb4646]

+thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich I appreciate that!

[@ArtAndJournals]

I hope they will restock. I couldn't find this set anywhere. :'( I badly want one. Thank you for your video, I learned a lot!

[@sandsinmyboots1640]

Hi Lindsay, Love your different look when you wear your hair down. Just a quick que: can you use bristle stencil brushes in an oil painting? Have you done that before? If so, would the smaller ones (1/4") be a good stand-in for say, a #4 oil brush? They say the smaller brushes don't last if you buy cheap, & a W&N #4 is $9 Michael's! Thanks :) And happy Thanksgiving!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

you can but they are stiff and blunt so cutting in detail is tough. I find the hog bristles to be very durable, even the cheap ones but the Winton by Winsor and Newton is fairly affordable and will last if you take care of it.

[@stardustgirl2904]

🎨🌁🌇I love the brushes, their awesome!!!They look nicely made!!

[@debaccetta3982]

Fantastic tutorial! Thank you so much!

[@wulfseig1864]

Awesome video! Thanks for all the information. I want to paint pet portraits and the rake was a nice suprise. Love your videos. The links to buy the brushes didn't work for me. Maybe they are sold out? Really cool set for me because I travel so much. I will try a Google search and see what happens.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

they are sold out but more are coming next week and they will honor the coupon code

[@TheSpinDoctor]

I only recently learned a Filbert which is about 2x longer is called an Egbert which I thought was a cute pun but turns out it means "bright sword" in Old German whereas Filbert is older (but not Old) English for "hazelnut" and have no linguistic relation in terms of being brush names really. I would see an Oval Wash as distinct from a Filbert - usually not as sharp an edge and more like a broad edge around the curve.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

That's right, I have never used them, I think it would make for a really soft unruly brush esp since the filbert shape is good for thicker paints. I guess maybe for a really soft touch when blending oil portraits it would be useful in larger areas.

[@TheSpinDoctor]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich That sounds more like an Oval Wash - a Filbert has a very sharp edge and is great for following fine lines and getting into sharp corners as well as filling large areas. I use them often, alongside Rounds, as my main brushes.

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+The Spin Doctor that's true, in watercolor the oval tipped brushes tend to be puffier and thirsty but sometimes will come to a point more like a round or quill but for oil and acrylics the oval tipped brushes are referred to as filbert and while the edge can come to a sharp edge the rounded tip makes it ideal for blending portraits or filling in rounded objects like flower petals easily with fewer brush strokes. I probably should have made more of a distinction:) thanks for mentioning it;)

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+The Spin Doctor and then there are mops which are like extra fluffy oval washes but I don't like them because they seem to shed. They remind me if a makeup brush. I feel like I need a Venn diagram because some similar shaped brushes have different uses. I have a Maxine's mop which is the best scrubber for lifting watercolor (not how I'd use a mop brush but note like a household mop lol)

[@TheSpinDoctor]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich I have about 4 mops - and never use them. Well, I use squirrel mops but they're just a glorified Round. The mops I don't use tend to be goat hair which sheds if washed in warm water so if you wash them in v cold water they should behave better...but I don't use them because I can't work out what they're for that I can't achieve with another brush. They are handy for ink-blending methods though!

[@juliebromfield1865]

Hi Lindsay I got so excited watching this tutorial/review but I can't find any for sale in the uk. I often find this happens when you inspire me to try different products and I get disappointed :( Thanks though for all you do x

[@thefrugalcrafter]

I am sorry, I have asked the manufacturer for UK and canadian links as well,we will see what they say:)

[@juliebromfield1865]

That's very kind of you, thank you.

[@VioletGlitterworks]

So "cat's tongue" is the sportscar of brushes? Lol! 😂👏🏼 This video was so informative! Thank you!!!👍🏼

[@MrsSchwapdidu]

fun fact: i wonder if the name of the "bright" brush comes from the german language, where it's pronounced the same and written "breit" and that means broad or wide:)

[@Toyon95]

Probably!

[@gaby.munich78]

i am in Germany, i dont know, what said Google ?

[@fludrbywest3886]

Love love this little kit! I ordered one ✨❣️❣️

[@thefrugalcrafter]

+Martha West have fun with it! I think you will be pleased!