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Bright Brush

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Similar to flat brushes but with shorter bristles. Allows for more controlled strokes and is good for thick, heavy color application.

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Hake Brush

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Wide, flat brushes with long bristles. Used in Asian paintings and for applying large areas of color or water in a consistent manner.

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Round Brush

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Used for detailing, delicate areas, and lines. Holds a fine point and is very versatile.

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Filbert Brush

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Combines characteristics of both round and flat brushes. It has a rounded edge and is perfect for blending and soft rounded edges.

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Flat Brush

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Ideal for spreading paint quickly and evenly over a surface. Creates sharp edges and can be turned on its side for thin lines.

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Angle Brush

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Similar to a flat brush but with an angled edge. Excellent for curved strokes and filling corners, also useful for precise lines.

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Mop Brush

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Very soft and large. Used for broad soft strokes, washes, and for applying varnish. Holds a large quantity of paint or water.

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Dagger Brush

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A type of angle brush with long bristles that come to a sharp point. Ideal for creating long, flowing lines and fine details.

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Stippler Brush

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Short, stiff bristles. Used for stippling, which creates dots of color that blend together from a distance.

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Script Brush

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A long, narrow brush that holds a fine point and is used for painting thin lines and detail work, much like a rigger brush.

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Wash Brush

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Flat brushes with wide bristles. Ideal to quickly cover large areas with a wash of color or for applying glazes.

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Sponge Brush

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Made from sponge material. Useful for creating a variety of textures, smooth finishes with paint, and can hold a lot of water or paint.

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Fan Brush

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Used for blending, smoothing, and texturing. Fan brushes create interesting textures and can be used for stippling.

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Rigger Brush

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Long, thin brush with fine bristles. Originally used to paint the rigging on ships, it's great for fine lines and details.

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Detail Brush

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Very small with fine bristles for intricate work. Used for extremely fine detail where precision is essential.

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