A mix of tradition and modern technology, these Icon brushes represent the advancements of science combined with the classic needs of the traditional watercolour artist.
The uniqueness of the micro-synthetic fibre is twofold. Firstly, the fibres are specially treated to produce millions of tiny indentations. This increases the surface area of the hairs allowing a much greater colour holding capacity for the brush. The hairs are then treated with a process that frees the micro-synthetic fibres of any static electricity which makes brush fibres stick together. Following this treatment the hairs can smoothly and precisely react to any kind of brushstroke, either delicate or abrupt.
The Quills and Mottlers feature micro-synthetic sable and are vegan-friendly. Other brush shapes in the Icon series feature a mix with natural sable hairs, creating a brush that behaves closer to pure sable but at a fraction of the price.
Series Info:
Series 700 - Pointed Round - Classic versatile shape that can be used for a range of mark-making
Series 702 - Long Flat - Carries more paint as well as creating more flourished brushstrokes and precise edging
Series 777 - Quill - Ideal for large volumes of colour to create flowing washes and fluid brushstrokes
Series 7776 - Mottler - Wide flat brush for covering large areas, broad washes, and large-scale edging
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