The brush you choose has more influence over the outcome of a painting than almost any other tool. At Just the Brush, we stock a carefully selected range of artist brushes for watercolour, oil, and acrylic — from entry-level options for students through to professional-grade brushes used by working artists.
Natural hair brushes — sable, squirrel, hog, and ox — each bring distinct qualities to your work. Kolinsky sable offers unrivalled point retention and snap for watercolour detail. Squirrel and goat carry generous washes with a soft, fluid touch. Stiff hog bristle is the traditional choice for oil and acrylic, giving texture and body to impasto work. Synthetic and mixed-hair brushes offer excellent performance at a more accessible price point, and have improved dramatically in recent years.
Handle length matters too — short handles give maximum control for close, detailed studio work, while longer handles encourage a freer, more expressive mark at the easel. Browse by medium, hair type, or brand to find the right brush for the way you paint.
