also worth checking out are rosemary and co, good handmade brushes and they have a range of synthetics which are closer to natural than most. thanks for the video, liked and subbed ofc :)
Rosemary & Co are my goto brushes, series 33 or 323, half the price of most popular quality mini painting brands. Had a W&N S7 and it was rubbish, splits after a couple of strokes, never buying another one.
I've been painting for 5 years now and tried lots of different brushes. The one I keep falling back on is the Raphael 8404 Size 1 and 2. I've been using them for 2+ years and they are still going strong "tip-wise" (I also took good care of them with brushsoap and cleaner solutions! - could also be a video idea? how to take care of your brushes). I can really recommend them is what I'm trying to say 😅
Ive just decided to buy myself some rosemary co. Sables recently, ive noticed the very cheap synthetic brushes ive had a while now are holding my painting qulity back
One of my favourite brushes is my Raphael 8204 size 3. A synthetic but I've had it for years and it's still good. Glad you mentioned the Golden Maple brushes, as I've been thinking of getting a set of those recently. Though once I can, I'll be trying out one or two of your recommendations. Thank you )O(
Best video on brush choice and selection I've seen. Well done! The WN series 7 has dropped in quality over the years to the point I know longer buy them. Every one of yhem lost their point after 1 mini where in the past I've kept them for years. Have now moved on to Davinci.
I know having custom work boots made costs 4 to 5 hundred U.S.Dollars. last for years when properly cared for, and can be rebuilt. I had no idea that brushes could cost that much. Like the saying goes, you get what you pay for... Love your video, especially when you open with honesty. Brilliant.
@@RisingApe thank you for great videos, I got Kimera arrow brushes recently, I’m a bit confused with the proper motion for the sharp tip, do you have any advice on how to use them properly?
If you think this is impressive. The 9 who work at Windsor newton who make series 7 brushes can distinguish grades of sable hair by eye and feel. To the goddamn millimetre. Which is an absolute insane level of talent.
I bought some SUPER cheap brushes from amazon... they are, not good lol. All of them have different lengths despite havien 10x10x10 of the "Same sizes" and they are so hooked haha.
i must be the unluckiest dude, only 1 in 4 natural hair brushes from da vinci turned out good, on the other hand the no-name natural hair ones are 80% good. my experiance tells me only buy the cheaper ones. also they cost only 1/4 to 1/2
Yes that really is unlucky, for most of my work cheaper brushes are fine, for that last 1% though you can’t beat sable. Do contact DaVinci though they are excellent to work with
I bought 4 Raphael brushes after watching how they where made but I still haven't used them, I keep telling myself that I will when I get a bit better at painting but I think I have to rethink my logic to stop being scared of using them.
They are not "bristles". They are hairs; collectively, the tuft. Bristles are made from hog hair. With regards to the belly, there are two primary types: English and European (previously, Continental). The English is the fuller (fatter) belly, the European is slimmer. (Fine art background; been in the hobby since 1972.)
Great knowledge thanks, I did talk extensively with Hermann using the term bristles though and was not corrected once so pretty sure I am safe to use the term interchangeably.
@@RisingApe yeah when I was watching your vid the thought 'he looks like Shaun's housemate from Shaun Of The Dead' popped into my head haha. Great vid btw, I might have to get myself some Monument synthetic/sable brushes, they appear to be high quality at a reasonable price. That along with a size 1 Series 7 might be the next move! Cheers.
I'm always terrified of buying new brushes 😂 there's always that lottery aspect as to whether you'll receive a dud or not. On the whole I've have good experiences trying different kolinsky brushes. My main are rosemary and co series 8 but even then I've had some duds. I tried a size 1 Raphael 8404 but unfortunately that was a dud. Wouldnt hold a tip properly and kept splitting into two immediately when used. Gonna try the monument pro sables next. I've heard good things about them
This has been my experience 🤣 but seriously a sharp number 2 a flat number 2 a number 4 for sketching and something tiny for eyes is what I use now. DaVinci Kimera and Monument are my main brands with Redgrass as backups
Great to come across a ‘smaller’ channel before it becomes huge as yours definitely will. Excellent, really well produced vids bud
Thanks, sorry about the audio is this one! It’s usually better than this but Zoom failed me
also worth checking out are rosemary and co, good handmade brushes and they have a range of synthetics which are closer to natural than most. thanks for the video, liked and subbed ofc :)
Thanks glad you enjoyed it
Rosemary & Co are my goto brushes, series 33 or 323, half the price of most popular quality mini painting brands. Had a W&N S7 and it was rubbish, splits after a couple of strokes, never buying another one.
I've been painting for 5 years now and tried lots of different brushes. The one I keep falling back on is the Raphael 8404 Size 1 and 2. I've been using them for 2+ years and they are still going strong "tip-wise" (I also took good care of them with brushsoap and cleaner solutions! - could also be a video idea? how to take care of your brushes). I can really recommend them is what I'm trying to say 😅
Yeh taking care of brushes is essential, I made that video a few years ago but it’s overdue a new version
You are a mind reader, last I was looking for a good video about mini painting brushes, THANK YOU so much for this great video!
You’re welcome, thanks for watching!
Good video. Its a topic thats never going away😅 and i got opinions
I like opinions!
Ive just decided to buy myself some rosemary co. Sables recently, ive noticed the very cheap synthetic brushes ive had a while now are holding my painting qulity back
Good luck they are lovely brushes, for the finer details I always turn to a decent sable
@RisingApe thankyou ☺️
This video right here. Thank you
Yep. Good luck with your painting!
Thanks 🙏 glad you enjoyed
One of my favourite brushes is my Raphael 8204 size 3. A synthetic but I've had it for years and it's still good. Glad you mentioned the Golden Maple brushes, as I've been thinking of getting a set of those recently. Though once I can, I'll be trying out one or two of your recommendations. Thank you )O(
You’re welcome, I have been using the Kimera brushes a lot recently and those da Vinci are incredible too
eeeep, now I'm collecting brushes ;)
What’s another hobby eh!
A hobby for your hobby 😂
Best video on brush choice and selection I've seen. Well done! The WN series 7 has dropped in quality over the years to the point I know longer buy them. Every one of yhem lost their point after 1 mini where in the past I've kept them for years. Have now moved on to Davinci.
Thanks, I am a Huge fan, the new Kimera’s are great too when you can get them
man, herman the german really looks different today. great video :)
Thanks
Helpful yes! Thank you :)
You’re welcome
I wish I could get my hands on the davinci brushes here in the US more easily. I basically stick with rosemary and co
Dick Blick and Jackson’s both stock them stateside. If that helps.
I know having custom work boots made costs 4 to 5 hundred U.S.Dollars. last for years when properly cared for, and can be rebuilt. I had no idea that brushes could cost that much. Like the saying goes, you get what you pay for...
Love your video, especially when you open with honesty. Brilliant.
Thanks, this comment made my day
Any aliexp sugestion? Natural one?
No the Chinese brushes I have used have all been a bit naff, Golden Maple are the best I have tried but they don’t reach the same quality as DaVinci
Dropping into say, Kimera's arrow brushes are simply brilliant!
Yup, agreed
@@RisingApe thank you for great videos, I got Kimera arrow brushes recently, I’m a bit confused with the proper motion for the sharp tip, do you have any advice on how to use them properly?
If you think this is impressive. The 9 who work at Windsor newton who make series 7 brushes can distinguish grades of sable hair by eye and feel. To the goddamn millimetre. Which is an absolute insane level of talent.
So impressive I am amazed at anyone with that level of skill
I bought some SUPER cheap brushes from amazon... they are, not good lol. All of them have different lengths despite havien 10x10x10 of the "Same sizes" and they are so hooked haha.
Haha, yeh there is definitely a difference between cheap, and SUPER cheap!
@@RisingApe I'm gonna try ad use them for oils and pin washes, basically just junk them haha... I am having to trim them with scissors.
nothing wrong with that then
i must be the unluckiest dude, only 1 in 4 natural hair brushes from da vinci turned out good, on the other hand the no-name natural hair ones are 80% good. my experiance tells me only buy the cheaper ones. also they cost only 1/4 to 1/2
Yes that really is unlucky, for most of my work cheaper brushes are fine, for that last 1% though you can’t beat sable. Do contact DaVinci though they are excellent to work with
I bought 4 Raphael brushes after watching how they where made but I still haven't used them, I keep telling myself that I will when I get a bit better at painting but I think I have to rethink my logic to stop being scared of using them.
Oh absolutely, get stuck in they do feel different, just don’t use them for basecoating
I used to think like that. 'I'll use them when I get better'. Then I used them and instantly got better.
Love the video ❤🔥
Awesome, cheers
They are not "bristles". They are hairs; collectively, the tuft. Bristles are made from hog hair.
With regards to the belly, there are two primary types: English and European (previously, Continental). The English is the fuller (fatter) belly, the European is slimmer.
(Fine art background; been in the hobby since 1972.)
Great knowledge thanks, I did talk extensively with Hermann using the term bristles though and was not corrected once so pretty sure I am safe to use the term interchangeably.
Mate you kind of look like Peter Serafinowicz 😄
Really?? 🤔
@@RisingApe yeah when I was watching your vid the thought 'he looks like Shaun's housemate from Shaun Of The Dead' popped into my head haha. Great vid btw, I might have to get myself some Monument synthetic/sable brushes, they appear to be high quality at a reasonable price. That along with a size 1 Series 7 might be the next move! Cheers.
I'm always terrified of buying new brushes 😂 there's always that lottery aspect as to whether you'll receive a dud or not. On the whole I've have good experiences trying different kolinsky brushes. My main are rosemary and co series 8 but even then I've had some duds. I tried a size 1 Raphael 8404 but unfortunately that was a dud. Wouldnt hold a tip properly and kept splitting into two immediately when used. Gonna try the monument pro sables next. I've heard good things about them
Yeh monument are produced by pro brush makers to their specifications so top quality. Recently I have been loving DaVinci Maestros and Kimera Brushes
Subbbb
Thanks 🙏
warhammers brushes are shite
There are definitely better options, hope you found some!
I gathered no matter how many videos I watch, I’m just gonna have to throw money at brushes 🥲 and eventually the right one will be found haha
This has been my experience 🤣 but seriously a sharp number 2 a flat number 2 a number 4 for sketching and something tiny for eyes is what I use now. DaVinci Kimera and Monument are my main brands with Redgrass as backups