Brushes for Acrylic Painting

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Brushes for Acrylic Painting

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🖌🖌Wondering about which brushes to buy for acrylic painting? This video will give you an introduction into this often confusing topic.
Suggested brushes (some are shown in this video, some I own and couldn't find links for so found a suitable substitute.)
1. Round Winsor & Newton Galeria in a size 1 or 2 here.
www.anrdoezrs....
goo.gl/X2bjIW
2. Flat Winsor & Newton Monarch Flat size 12
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goo.gl/dZe0xL
3. Filbert Winsor & Newton Monarch size 12
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amzn.to/3f6vaSg
4. Bright Winsor & Newton University size 12
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amzn.to/2VQ8Ynw
5. BONUS - cheap China bristle brushes for doing textures and backgrounds. You can usually find these in home centers and paint stores in a 3 pack with 3 different sizes. amzn.to/3ddJ1Ew
0:19 How much to invest in brushes and what to buy. Quality brushes are essential to the artist and with care will last you many years. If funds are tight I recommend allocating more money for brushes and saving on palettes, surfaces and paints when you are first starting out.
1:25 Synthetic brushes are used for acrylic painting as they hold their shape with the constant soaking in water.
1:00 The four styles and sizes of brushes you will need: Round, Flat, Filbert and Bright.
2:53 Round Brushes. Round brushes create line strokes and are great for details. A brush roughly the size of your pinky finger is great.
I have a long handled round Winsor & Newton Galeria in a size 1 or 2 here. goo.gl/X2bjIW
3:20 Demonstration of the Round Brush.
3:50 Flat Brushes: A versatile brush with long flat bristles.
4:30 Demonstration of the Flat Brush. This brush can hold lots of paint for a variety of different strokes.
5:40 A Flat Brush that is 1- 1.5 fingers width is a good place to start.
The brush I'm using here is the Winsor & Newton Monarch Flat size 12
goo.gl/dZe0xL
5:58 Filbert Brush: The Filbert Brush, with it's unique rounded corners is a favorite brush of mine.
6:10 A Filbert Brush the size of two finger widths can be used for filling in lots of color and experimenting on the canvas.
6:30 Demonstration of the Filbert Brush. Note how the brush provides a cleaner edge to the stroke.
7:33 Bright Brushes: Bright Brushes are for creating short quick brush strokes.
7:56 Demonstration of Bright Brush. The Bright can create many textures as well as smooth flat areas.
8:34 Importance of cleaning and caring for your brushes.
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@debramoss2267 5 жыл бұрын

The owner at Rosemary & Co gave me a tip with synthetic brushes if they have lost their shape or spring you can plunge them into boiling water and they will go back to their shape easily. Thought it was worth sharing!

@b.a8908 5 жыл бұрын

Debra Moss thanks for sharing

@Equinox051256 5 жыл бұрын

It does work. Microwave a cup of water for about 60 seconds then plunge the brush into the hot water and pull it out right away. The bristles spring back to their original shape.

@Tugboat-R-Us 5 жыл бұрын

Okay I agree but I would only do the bristles I would not plunge the entire brush bc allot of brushes are held together with glue. The heat can separate the bristles from the glue causing serious shedding

@joanarcher9860 2 жыл бұрын

Really works, I do this.

@kattykillfish 8 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with what you about the brushes. With almost any art form, carving, sculpting or otherwise, the quality of tools have a greater effect on the finished product than the actual materials.

@aholtz3240 4 жыл бұрын

I love your detailed instructions, very helpful. Thank you.

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad it was helpful.

@courtneyj9906 5 жыл бұрын

I’m considering getting some nicer acrylic brushes since all I ever buy are the cheap sets, so this has helped me a lot!

@MicheleTheberge 5 жыл бұрын

Courtney J yay! That’s great to hear!

@gabrielf614 3 жыл бұрын

There's no way for me not to subscribe to your channel! You're so helpful and detailed with your instructions. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with me

@MicheleTheberge 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@jimdetry9420 6 жыл бұрын

Good job explaining. I've been poking around KZfaq to see what I should get to start painting and most videos just say, "Here's what i use" with no reasons.

@Saphthings 4 жыл бұрын

One more video I wish I had watched before buying all I did. I now have 3 buckets of brushes slowly going up, until like you said, the brush is where I should've spent my money. Ordered all the ones you suggested. Got one already and it's such a big difference ;_;

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Oh fantastic! It took me a lot of searching to find links to some good ones at a decent price. So happy to hear you could tell the difference.

@frankdavis4836 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, Michele. Now I have used a lot of brushes I agree the investment in a few better quality brushes is worth it. I still use more affordable brushes on my conceptual paintings on Acrylic paper just for rough layouts before painting the canvas with better quality brushes. They are also useful when working with heavy or thick gels and mediums as throw away tools over time. The filbert brushes are designed for blending paint or softening edge work so I rarely use those for straight line applications but everyone has a preference. I started off with a single No 6 filbert from Rosemary and used that for everything !

@parvaiznaseem8831 5 жыл бұрын

Really helpful Video. I just started with Acrylics from Watercolor.

@MicheleTheberge 5 жыл бұрын

Great! Enjoy!

@saradgore 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting so much info in the video description.

@MicheleTheberge 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. I want this info to be available to as many people as possible. I know some people are not native English speakers or some people don’t have auditory hearing. And I’m sure there are many other reasons why written descriptions might be helpful for people.I’m glad it was helpful for you thank you for letting me know. And thank you for watching!

@slee5812 9 жыл бұрын

You're an amazing teacher! As well as artist of course

@MicheleTheberge 9 жыл бұрын

J Pole Thanks, I appreciate that.

@ArtistBrianSheffield 8 жыл бұрын

I started with a two inch flat(the cheap kind), a medium sized filbert and a scriptliner. After six years I find myself using these three more than any other brushes, though now I have many.

@stephaniejanekeller2816 7 жыл бұрын

Hey, I've been drawing for years and am just starting out with acrylic painting. I have your videos on repeat over and over haha! Can you do a video explaining which paintbrush brands you prefer for that quality you're talking about?

@helenhawkins5415 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the information, i really wished i watched this before i bought these package brushes. I'm now collecting the good brushes. :)

@montebleu1351 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation of brush types & uses. Thank you for your continued sharing of your knowledge & experience.

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@eligiozuniga9592 8 жыл бұрын

Jesus Christ this woman is BEAUTIFUL!

@williamholloway1408 4 жыл бұрын

Uhm... nice

@veleasha7813 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t know if you mean this in a creepy way

@andeleon6838 4 жыл бұрын

She is 🖤

@damiencale 6 жыл бұрын

I disagree about buying the more expensive brushes. I have seen amazing artists use “run of the mill” brushes and create photorealistic paintings. An expensive brush won’t make you a better artist. Practice will. Quality of paint and the canvas definitely matter. Watch Lachri Fine Art and you’ll see exactly what I’m talking about. Peace ✌🏻

@WJC1981 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a set, it was cheap and they are very good I prefer them to my expensive ones

@bobrew461 5 жыл бұрын

my cheapo set of brushes do me fine!

@NimbusDX 4 жыл бұрын

Synthetic bristle brushes can be found for pretty cheap. I’m not a professional, but I have no complaints about my cheap brushes. Plus, then I don’t have to feel paranoid about “ruining” them if they get stained or damaged.

@Saphthings 4 жыл бұрын

On possible thing I'd love seeing your advice on, is "how to ruin a brush for effects". I have all these new brushes, but every time I see any tutorial or etc, they'll do grass with a frayed brush. I've gotten all sorts of advice, don't know what route to take. Scissors? Time? Sand paper?

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Well, maybe one of the cheaper brushes you bought earlier would work for this. It usually just happens from using the brush. Especially a natural bristle brush. I you just bear down hard on it and scrub it will smash the bristles. Synthetic bristles tend to snap back into shape more easily so a natural bristle brush can work best for this. Even those sets of cheap brushes you see at home centers or paint stores with the wood handles and natural bristles can be great. I'll try ti find a link for you.

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Here's what I was talking about amzn.to/3ddJ1Ew but I couldn't find a 3 pack like I usually see with 3 different sizes. They are super cheap and not expected to last long but fun for doing backgrounds and rough textures. You get 36 for $14.99! Maybe you could keep some and give the others away when you give away the student grade paint. You could make some art teacher VERY happy! 😊

@Saphthings 4 жыл бұрын

@@MicheleTheberge Thanks will try! I refuse to buy the pre-made "beaten" brushes, the special effects brushes tend to be around $40 for being precut : /

@Saphthings 4 жыл бұрын

@@MicheleTheberge I'm a big dork and go to a even dorkier pharmacy college. But our college is actually attached and shares a eating area with Mass Art College! I figured anything I'm not gonna use/etc I can just donate there!

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

I know that area well. I went to the museum school for undergraduate right across the Fenway.

@kieron1411 7 жыл бұрын

thanks Michele - loving your videos ... informative & inspiring :-)

@lindaklug7214 9 жыл бұрын

That was so so helpful! Thank you so much for this video!

@mafiawaifu 4 жыл бұрын

I started up painting again since childhood & was so disappointed in my first painting since then! The acrylic paints are probably around 8-10 years old first of all haha, & I was wondering why the colors weren't blending out well, & also the paint was drying way too quickly. I think It's because I was using very thick bristle oil paint brushes plus old thick acrylic paint? Thank you this was so helpful!

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Did you get some new paint for yourself, Nicole? The brushes may have had some effect, but my best guess is that it was the paint. Hope you enjoy picking up painting again. All my best.

@TwoRavensMinis 4 жыл бұрын

I have a lot of cheaper brushes, but they are honestly suuuper good. I also have some pretty expensive brushes, like ridiculously expensive, and I would go as far as to say that they are actually only a bit better than the cheap ones. I will have to say that this is absolutely not universal, most cheap brushes are exactly that. Cheap and crappy. They don't hold or deliver the paint like I would like them to, they feel cheap in the hand and they don't look too good either (Some brush brands create extremely beautiful and sleek brushes, I would expect that you agree). I would definitely also recommend people to buy good brushes to have the best experience possible, but I seem to have been extremely lucky. These brushes just work, and they look good, and cost me about 1/3 of some of the medium range brushes I have available to me. But! I definitely do not agree with your practice of leaving the brush in water, while you work. In my opinion, based on what I have experienced, the hairs will bend, the ferrule will get loose, and the varnish and wood of the handle will crack. That is just my opinion, but to me it's almost sacrilegious! 😂 When it comes to cleaning, I wipe off most of the residual paint on a rag, wash them in my water jar, and put them aside, I'll most likely end up using them again during the session. When I'm completely done, I wash the cheap ones in a neutral shampoo and the more expensive ones in both shampoo and conditioner. Then I dry them off, reshape them and leave them to dry. Sorry for the wall of text, but I just wanted to share my process, of course it's all about personal preference. Have a great day, and happy painting 😁👍

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Great advice! Thank you so much for your detailed comment! Please share the names of the cheaper brushes you are using so others might find them! Only a cheap acrylic brushes would get damaged from leaving it in water for an hour or two. Better quality ones are meant to stand up to that kind of treatment. But natural bristles brushes for watercolor are not designed for that and would not recommend leaving them in water. I have had brushes for decades that hold up just fine. But it sounds like you've found what works for YOU and that's what's most important! Happy painting!

@NadiaM_14 7 жыл бұрын

Michele, when you say invest in good brushes, I don't want to spend a lot of money, what is a reasonable price for a good brush for a beginner?

@richardsinger01 5 жыл бұрын

Nadia D The brushes in this video are expensive. The brown handled brushes look like Windsor & Newton Galeria brushes. They are good quality brushes. A size 8 round costs about £10. The large 2 finger wide flat is probably size 28 which is about £26. These are way beyond my budget.

@xxxorg 5 жыл бұрын

Nadia D TEN BUCKS TO TWENTY BUCKS PER BRUSH IS A DECENT BRUSH PRICE RANGE

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nadia! I know it's been a very long time since you left this comment and perhaps my message comes to late to you. The responses you received below are accurate. I did make an entire video about how to save money on art materials. I certainly understand people being on a budget and I want to support everybody no matter what the economic level being creative. My best advice is to build your kit slowly shopping the sales as they come. Generally back to school season is the fall is a time when arts retailers will discount materials by about 20%. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q5ipfdh1raq1j4E.html

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardsinger01 Indeed, Richard the brushes I use are on the higher range but each company has student grade brushes and the Winsor and Newton University line is a good one at a more economical price point. I also mad this video on saving money on art supplies. I wish you all the best. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q5ipfdh1raq1j4E.html

@debbiecawker9869 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining about the brushes

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

@natuladavid9507 8 жыл бұрын

... Thanks for the tip.. much appreciated! warm regards.. from Fiji

@angelamaxwell59 7 жыл бұрын

Great advice thanks for sharing!🎨

@jaystew8911 8 жыл бұрын

30 year old brush that is pretty impressive Hi Michele

@MicheleTheberge 8 жыл бұрын

+Jay Stew : ) Thanks and hi!

@sanjulate6386 6 жыл бұрын

Th a n k u

@sanjulate6386 6 жыл бұрын

A n y p a i n t i n g

@lolitakaloustianyoung7787 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Michelle, So glad I found you. I am so interested in how you set up an acrylic palette (both your favorite colors and, more importantly, how you actually set up for a painting session - and how do you keep your colors workable between painting sessions. I am visually impaired and looking for a way to avoid the challenge for me) of having to open tubes of paint each time i want to paint. Do you have any suggestions? thanks you in advance, and thank you for such good videos. I will check more of them out.

@MicheleTheberge 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lolita! I'd love to help with this. Have you checked out my video on how to save paint for reuse? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jMWSoLFl3MnDfZs.html Happy painting to you and thanks!

@MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts 2 жыл бұрын

Try a sta-wet palette, any palette with a lid seems to work great too. I’ve even kept paint good a week on a paper plate wrapped in a plastic bag! I saw a palette that comes with little lidded containers too all in a little palette box with a lid. Hope that helps someone! ☺️🦋🎨💘🍭

@heartofdixieprepping4797 5 жыл бұрын

I'd love tips on how to load brushes.. thanks

@rbopray 5 жыл бұрын

I would love to see how you take of your brushes and how to prevent them from drying hard

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Renea! I actually linked my videos on just exactly what you’re asking in the description box of this video. But since you missed them I will paste them here for you. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rpOCm7V_3tu0pXU.html

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mb2plpBml7OVdJc.html

@karlamae7700 4 жыл бұрын

The "lip" you get while painting depends on how much paint you have on your brush and how hard you are pushing down while you paint. Not on the brush itself. You can create a "lip" with ANY brush.

@veleasha7813 4 жыл бұрын

People in the comments are scaring me 😔✋

@ARedMagicMarker 4 жыл бұрын

One of the reasons why many women don't do face reveals. XD

@cyberwolfgr2904 3 жыл бұрын

Boo

@veleasha7813 3 жыл бұрын

@@cyberwolfgr2904 👩‍💻

@shellymorton2238 7 жыл бұрын

You explain things very well!

@hadleymanmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou! Ive bought about 60 different types. The most expensive was walmart royal langnickel havent opened it.got it cause it had a fan brush i didnt have yet. I got about 3 amazon bosbo 10 sets a color by me 8 set liners and several 1 count 2 count and 3 count dollar store brushsets and then a few from dollar store paint and canvas sets 2 in those. Their 12×12 7 colors 2 brushes 5 dollars.at family dollar

@hadleymanmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Some bigger purdys and hardys too

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

Purdy house painting brushes are great!

@Koolyococo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Very helpful video.

@beverlyjarrell7508 4 жыл бұрын

What is the difference between the brights and the flats? They looked the same to me.

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

The length of the bristles.

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Flats have longer bristles. Brights are about the same length as width of the ferrule.

@leoalvarado6466 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video 😊

@MicheleTheberge Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!😄

@MicheleTheberge Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!💚

@bettybellomy1591 7 жыл бұрын

I did not find your list of paintbrushes. Would you kindly list them again?

@mediocreshakespeare9354 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely do not leave your brushes sitting in water, it ruins them in every way possible and never let them dry bristles up

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Mediocre Shakespeare In my experience of 40 years experience of daily painting, I have not ruined brushes them by placing them in water during a painting session. In fact,. I have lost many more brushes by forgetting to put them in water because I was so absorbed in my work! Even wiping and rinsing them during a painting session is not adequate. One would have to wipe, rinse, wash with soap and rinse thoroughly between each brush stroke. Acrylic brushes cannot even sit out for more than 10 to 20 minutes without hardening even if the slightest amount of acrylic paint or medium is left in them.Your important advice about not leaving brushes tip down in water for watercolorists who are using more delicate natural bristle brushes that are not sturdy bristles like those used in oil and acrylic. Thank you for bringing up this common misconception it’s important to take care of our brushes. If the brushes you are using fir acrylic or oils are not standing up to being left in solvent or water for a few hours, the quality of those brushes is questionable.

@emsjas 7 жыл бұрын

Do you have advise on cleaning your brushes? More specifically when it comes to gesso, how can I keep my brushes protected during application of paint and gesso? I always immediately clean them with a soap designed for brushes, and have a wire grate in my water to drag my brush against when rinsing, but still manage to get the gesso build up in the base of the bristles. I go through more 2" brushes then I should.

@dianarasmussen6423 Ай бұрын

Thank you extremely helpful

@MicheleTheberge Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@sixties6584 6 жыл бұрын

What brushes do you recommend for glazing?

@nikibineri3675 3 жыл бұрын

So useful . Thank you very much

@johngoard8272 6 жыл бұрын

Michele you didn't mention pointed brushes I don't know it that is the correct term but is a shape I have used for years with water colours. I have used that shape mainly for quite detailed work when I needed that fine detail even to having a brush with just three or four strands of brush material mainly sable brushes for example in detailing bird feathers. So can I assume that form of brush is not used much as I will do detailed artwork once I get used to using acrylics.

@mickeyt1371 6 жыл бұрын

Michele...great video! Would you recommend a beginner start acrylic painting on paper or on cotton canvas? Also, what are the size paintings that you would recommend for beginners?

@nikibineri3675 3 жыл бұрын

That's a very good question. I hope she answers

@johnbyers1097 3 жыл бұрын

@Niki: I've just started painting with acrylics and I use small canvas panels (5" x 7", 8" x 8" & 8" x 10"). They're cheap, affordable and re-usable. Hope this helps!

@za6551 2 жыл бұрын

hi can you specify exactly the sizes of the brush you suggest to buy and a good quality brand on amazon.

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

Click on the description below the video. All this is in there! All best! Michele

@JafarAli-kn2xr 2 жыл бұрын

can we use poster paint brushes or water colour brush as acrylic paint brush...pls answer mam..

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

You can use whatever brushes suit you best! No rules. But keep in mind the acrylics may damage delicate watercolor brushes such as fine sable brushes. Happy painting, Jafar!

@JafarAli-kn2xr 2 жыл бұрын

@@MicheleTheberge thanks for ur valuable comments mam..😍 Lot's of love from Kerala..😊

@chitrangda226 2 жыл бұрын

For acrylic paint on canvas which type brushes would be better synthetic brush or white bristle brush?

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

In general, I recommend synthetic brushes for acrylics for the reasons I mentioned in this video. But there are a few exceptions such as dry brush or scumbling where I would use a bristle brush.

@chitrangda226 2 жыл бұрын

@@MicheleTheberge thanks Michele

@sharonkramer614 9 жыл бұрын

just wondering about brushes, video very hlpful and will watch again, plus your others. didn't get what distinguishes the bright brush from others. if it's there, no answer necessry.

@Kenzie5011 4 жыл бұрын

Great info. Thanks

@jaystew8911 8 жыл бұрын

Question for you. Painters drop cloth, I can source these for real cheap $20 for 5'x20' is there any real reason to go with it versus much more expensive rolls of artist canvas instead? I plan to stretch/prime/sand and then paint with oil but I'm wanting to make my own large 3'x4' or 4'x4', 4'x5' canvases and doing it my way I can make a canvas for much less than I can buy them even when buying bulk. Do you have any experience in that area that would lead you to believe that might not be a good idea?

@MicheleTheberge 8 жыл бұрын

+Jay Stew You can paint on all sorts of things. I prefer the 12 oz cotton duck because it's heavy weight and tight weave but I would experiment with a few different things to determine what you like best! If you gesso it properly, all kinds of surfaces can work. I am currently working on a gesso series for youtube. Stay tuned!

@jaystew8911 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks Michele. Yeah I got this drop cloth, good size, for $20 and its not 12 oz but it is plenty durable I think, and it has great surface area. Using "art rolls" of the stuff is 10X more expensive and just doesn't appear to me I'd be getting the value out of it if I sell a 3x4' original oil artwork for say $150, I don't want $25 of that in shipping and materials. I have no actually stretched it yet over a frame, still waiting on stretcher bars but I wanted to get your thoughts. How is life for ya in 2016? Hope all is well :) Cheers

@riannam6086 6 жыл бұрын

Is your favorite color yellow?

@GKganesan 4 ай бұрын

Thank you: useful.

@MicheleTheberge 4 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@marytcarter9571 6 жыл бұрын

can you tell me the brand and size filbert you are suggesting?, 2 finger size ? this seems to work out to the largest size 24(is this correct)?, is the brand the same as flat Winsor & Newton Monarch?

@romelmadray1056 6 жыл бұрын

Hi, I know this is acryllic painting but Can you recommend a good brand of oil brushes that are affordable and can produce that impasto stroke.. I understand hog hair. I have heard bad reviews of Robert Simmons signet and if ee reviews on Escoda White Bristles any comment on these? The Black BDynasty Golds are nylon and appear to give a smooth stroke, which is not what I want.

@babykingandmamajourneyatbp9067 4 жыл бұрын

what should i used for acrylic paint coz i bought plastic brush its my first time , and the experience was not satisfied😭

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Oh! I'm sorry to hear you had an unsatisfying experience. i understand that can be frustrating. You can check the description box above for links to some brushes I suggest.

@rbopray 5 жыл бұрын

Do you if using canvas panels of boards, do be prime them first with gesso, even though they are often pre treated? I don't like the dry texture gesso leaves, if I do prime it or if I'm painting over, can I add water to the grasp to get a little smoother finish?

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

If you want it smoother have you tried brushing glass medium on top instead of gesso?

@snowball1785 3 жыл бұрын

very very helpful thank you!

@MicheleTheberge 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@Carolina-lt3nc 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your help

@darlene206 Жыл бұрын

Is the a particular company you could suggest. Thanks

@MicheleTheberge Жыл бұрын

Darlene, in the description box I recommend some with links for you!

@user-lu1df8uq7y 11 ай бұрын

Thank you

@MicheleTheberge 10 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@raniearnold7582 9 ай бұрын

What is the best brush for blending 2 or more acrylic colors?

@MicheleTheberge 9 ай бұрын

I would choose your brush with the softest bristles - often a synthetic in a filbert or bright shape. Since every artist is different experiment with a few and see which best suits you.

@MicheleTheberge 9 ай бұрын

P.S. I did link a couple of brushes I like in the description box if you don't already have some soft bristle brushes.

@raniearnold7582 9 ай бұрын

@@MicheleTheberge Thanks for the links. What are your thoughts on mop and flat wash brushes?

@MicheleTheberge 9 ай бұрын

I use mops primarily for watercolor. They are designed to hold a lot of water. But acrylic is a lot more viscous than water.You can certainly try it and you may like it depending on how thick you use your acrylics, but for my purposes, when I'm blending acrylics, I have a thicker viscosity of paint, and the mop will not push it along in a way that suits me. I do use flat, watercolor wash brushes with acrylics quite a bit. I find the bristles, a bit thicker and more sturdy and more suitable for moving the thicker viscosity acrylic around. I also like them because they tend to have shorter handles than acrylic painting brushes. So certainly another thing to try. Let me know how it goes for you!@@raniearnold7582

@raniearnold7582 9 ай бұрын

@@MicheleTheberge I’m looking purchase, on Amazon, Windsor and Newton’s Bright, Filbert, and Flat Long brushes from your list. I’m not familiar with the # system, but am I correct in the width dimensions of: 1/4”, 1/2”, 1/2”, respectively? Unfortunately, vast majority of my paints are by DecoArt and FolkArt. I do have very few by Liquitex, as well as Pebeo. Not the best quality , I know. Is it even worth purchasing these brushes considering the paints I have?

@95vikram 9 жыл бұрын

Are Hog Hair brushes also used for acrylic painting?

@MicheleTheberge 9 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can use any natural bristle brush. I especially like using dry (not moistened with water) natural bristle brushes for scumbling and getting other textures. The reason some people don't like them for acrylics is that they become a bit soggy in water and lose that snap or spring I spoke about in the video.

@MicheleTheberge 9 жыл бұрын

Michele Theberge Vikram - I just caught a typo error in my response. I meant to write "scumbling" but I wrote "stumbling!" I've corrected it now but wanted you to know what I meant!

@agentmulder7608 4 жыл бұрын

Any brand you can think of that straddles the line between being somewhat affordable and lasting years/hairs don’t fall out?

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

I've found the Winsor and Newton University series to be pretty good for that. They have red handles and white nylon bristles.

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Here I found them on Blick so you can see them. www.dickblick.com/products/winsor-and-newton-university-brushes/?clickTracking=true&wmcp=pla&wmcid=items&wmckw=06569-1000&gclid=CjwKCAiA-P7xBRAvEiwAow-VaRA6cyiA-ozRRLe5BfEcY5sp0KFEBSzu3FexcGesQeIA1PzIIXhEoxoC97QQAvD_BwE

@sanaa371 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent post! Thank you for this. Question: do you give one-to-one lessons (over skype etc.)?

@jeanhurst4 7 жыл бұрын

how about those brushes with long fine hairs for detail? I want to paint grass and my brushed seem to be too thick. Help!

@Tugboat-R-Us 5 жыл бұрын

Jean I didn’t know if you had stumbled upon the specialty brushes that have special cuts in them that help with grass, leaves, etc.

@jeannietoppi5574 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much...good info!

@MicheleTheberge 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

@amyduremdes 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@darawilson4101 7 жыл бұрын

do you need to use a primer on your canvas before you paint?

@FunkeeMawnkee 6 жыл бұрын

@Michelle Theberge Great Video! This may have been answered in the comments but, what brushes and paints (specifically the manufacturer or brand name) do you recommend? I've been getting by with stuff from local craft stores, however I noticed that I have to keep buying brushes after a couple uses.

@222Julchen222 5 жыл бұрын

what? i never let my brushes sit in water.. heard its bad

@signeification 8 жыл бұрын

great!! thank you!

@lametube9032 8 жыл бұрын

is there any way to dilute acrylic paint to use in a brush pen?

@brownjennings8829 7 жыл бұрын

lametube you can dilute it with acrylic medium, but don't use water.

@mindykelberlau3539 4 жыл бұрын

So I thought that when you first buy paint brushes and they are hard you are supposed to soften them

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

New brushes with softer bristles often come with a sizing that they have been dipped in to stiffen the bristles to protect them during shipment. usually you just rinse it right out and start working with them. 😊

@mindykelberlau3539 4 жыл бұрын

Michele Theberge thank you

@pastuh 5 жыл бұрын

My dad said.. don't stare at the sun for too long..

@dikludas 4 жыл бұрын

Can I use Synthetic/ Nylon Brush for Acrylic Painting?

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

dikludas Yes. Most brushes designed specifically for acrylic painting are synthetic.

@cayanaraycaudhuri 8 жыл бұрын

My brushes have become sprayed from day one.

@olitonottero7620 5 жыл бұрын

love it

@geebeeman1 9 жыл бұрын

What about the fan brush and liner brush?

@MicheleTheberge 9 жыл бұрын

Great question! Those are more specialized brushes, not part of a basic kit. Fan blenders work best for oils. Not so good for acrylics because when moistened the bristles split and won't blend well. A liner brush is more for graphic painting not cm only used for easel painting. It works best with enamels and other fluid commercial paints.

@valerivloggs9184 6 жыл бұрын

I Aciddentaly used fsn brush for acylic and now its ruined

@hectorrubilarlara9299 8 жыл бұрын

I really liked the video, I will subscribe now. :)

@Asmaa_Khalili2009 3 жыл бұрын

Same 🌝

@AlwaysKaylan 8 жыл бұрын

Random, but do you reuse the canvases you use for video demonstrations?

@MicheleTheberge 8 жыл бұрын

+KaylanMarie123 yes

@AlwaysKaylan 8 жыл бұрын

+Michele Theberge Awesome! Love your videos :)

@MicheleTheberge 8 жыл бұрын

+KaylanMarie123 Thank you!

@roygruber3712 3 жыл бұрын

The video was helpful except for the last brush I couldn't understand what type it was. Maybe next time you can write across the screen what you're using

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

I understand this can happen that is why all the information is written out below the video in the description box. If you can't see it click the words "show more" below the video. Thanks for watching!

@roygruber3712 2 жыл бұрын

@Michele... I hope you didn't think I was trying to be rude. If you did I most sincerely apologize. I was new on this part of youtube and didn't know where to go to click. Videos say click below and I was looking below expecting to see something else and completely overlooking the little arrow. But I eventually stumbled upon it. Thank you !!!

@MicheleTheberge 2 жыл бұрын

@@roygruber3712 Not at all! I'm here to help. When I get back to making tutorials, I'd like to remember to remind people to check out the description box as I know you're not the only one who is missing all the info below. Thanks for watching and commenting!

@twicebittenthasme5545 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting instructional. What's your take on kits? The "all-in-one" sets that have the paints, brushes and various sundries. Hmm..."had this oil brush over 30 years". So, you started painting as a really small child? You're not that much older than 30 (or the camera is lying). Just an observation.

@MicheleTheberge 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! Flattery will get you everywhere, twicebitten! It's quite humbling to watch oneself age on camera. I've had this channel for about 10 years now! Anyway, I've not seen any sets ever that I would recommend unconditionally. Either they give too many colors, the tubes are too small, the brush selection isn't right. Or the paints themselves are inferior. Sometimes they give those wood palette with a thumbhole a la Rembrandt or some old master! Fine for oils but terrible for acrylics as the paint cannot be removed! I do link recommended paint sets in some of my other videos in the description box, if you are looking for recs. A bare bones primary set linked below this. Add titanium white and you're ready to go. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bsBooJeGs5a0iaM.html Then, I have some fluid paint sets and recommended mediums that don't include brushes or palette knives here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oaxyeaihmM7Vdo0.html and this video about the different types of acrylics has some recs in the description box for sets also kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ost2fqmVyKmngnk.html. All best to you!

@TheAmal89 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Beautiful lady, did you miss fan brush ??

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Amal! I'm sorry I remember replying to you 2 months ago but perhaps something went wrong on my phone. I don't use fan brushes for blending with acrylics because when they get wet from the paint they clump together. They work better with oils for me when I can use just a small amount of paint and blend gently and the paint won't dry up too quickly and clump the bristles. Have you had luck with them with acrylics? Thanks so much for washing and commenting and happy painting!

@TheAmal89 4 жыл бұрын

@@MicheleTheberge Hi Michele, I use fan brush for painting sky in Acrylics and oil. And with little modification, I use it for painting grass and tree leaves. But I am not a big artist like you. Blending in Acrylics is very difficult for me with any brush.

@Carolina-lt3nc 9 жыл бұрын

Could please tell me the brand of your brushes

@MicheleTheberge 9 жыл бұрын

Carolina Catherine The red one is a Winsor and Newton University brush, the brown ones with the gold tone ferrule are Winsor and Newton Galeria (Galleria?) brushes. The bright green handled one is a Liquitex freestyle brush and I believe there's also a da Vinci brush in there and a Winsor and Newton monarch brush. Let me know if you would like me to post some links in the description box to these types of brushes. I can do that, it will just take me a little time. Best of luck!

@brandon21g 7 жыл бұрын

Michele Theberge Which one of the brands though do you suggest for a beginner

@salli8324 5 жыл бұрын

Theobear?

@mahfoudmoonlight6990 8 жыл бұрын

I like your explanation for the lesson cuz you re beautiful

@zoppzoop 8 жыл бұрын

you have so many brushes

@alangeorgebarstow 4 жыл бұрын

After I've finished paining [sic] I never submerge my bristles in warder [sic].

@arkano01 8 жыл бұрын

what??... what did u say??? sorry i got lost in your eyes...

@akshatjain3432 6 жыл бұрын

Difference between bright and flat brush

@user-yd3pe2ms7z 6 жыл бұрын

Жаль,что нет перевода.

@RobertShyanNorwalt 6 жыл бұрын

👍🎯

@lucettehenley6746 5 жыл бұрын

Traduction français

@bradlemke7550 4 жыл бұрын

Leaving brushes in water on there tips a really good way to ruin them.

@MicheleTheberge 4 жыл бұрын

Brad Lemke That’s important advice for delicate watercolor brushes. oil and acrylic brushes are much sturdier than that and must be kept in solvent or water depending on your medium in order not for the paint to dry during the typical duration painting session over 1 hour. Acrylic brushes will actually harden and dry in 10 to 20 minutes so I would be even more careful with those. Oil brushes you have much more leeway with.