Russian Blue Squirrel hair is of the highest quality and holds a large volume of water which makes it excellent for mop and wash techniques.
Series 418: Russian Blue Squirrel hair in quills. Generously sized and hand shaped, its unique point allows for full strokes across the paper, while its huge reservoir lays down large amounts of water for wash and mop techniques. Available in sizes 3/0 to 12.
Series 803: Cats' Tongue Wash. The combination of the flattened ferrule and oval tapering of this brush lays down washes if used flat with the belly on the paper, yet its tip will point softly and its side will hold a soft edge. Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Series 954: Russian Blue Squirrel Bright. Shorter hair length for more controlled washes and priming for watercolor and gouache. Available in sizes 4 to 30.
Series 991: Flat Wash. The thick reservoir of the belly is designed for maximum water holding as this brush lays down softly textured washes across the paper. Available from size 10 to 30.
Series 407: Used dry for blending and smoothing out paint. Fan Blenders are also used for such special tasks as gilding the grooves of baroque picture frames. Many painters use fan blenders to create special effects and textures in all mediums. Available in sizes 1,2,3,4 & 5.