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Review on πŸ–ŒοΈ Princeton Aqua Elite Kolinsky Synthetic Watercolor Paint Brush, 4-Piece Set – Series 4850 by Lori Aguirre

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I love these Aqua Elite brushes.

They are a bit stiffer than the Neptune brushes, which imitate squirrel fur. I like it in applications that require a bit tighter control. High quality Princeton brushes. I have no complaints about these. If you want a softer brush with more moisture capacity, I would suggest you go with the Princeton Neptune. Left to right: Rosemary and sable blend for better water retention and softness. Elite Set Princeton Aqua. Note that the #8 Rosemary Sable Blend is slightly longer, slightly fluffier, and softer. It has better flexibility without being too stiff overall. But a brush costs $14. And it's worth it. Although the Princeton AE #8 round isn't bad either. This set offers a good combination of brushes. Next come the Neptune brushes. I LOVE USING THE 1/4" DAGGER. It holds the water like a champ, is soft and flexible yet offers great control and a wide stroke AND a sharp point. They are softer than the Aqua Elite but have a better tip than the other brushes i have with real squirrel these are the two silver travel brushes pictured rosemary travel mop and hazelnut both pure squirrel aqua elite love all of these brushes my favorite of the four brushes that are included in the set, - oval (cat tongue) Cheers! Use the side for a narrow line Use the tip for sharp detail Use the wide side for blur or a large area I like to use this to fill in an area , which has an angle at one end and then widens , or to blur details like the sky against other architectural elements, among others.You can ri the tip on a small area and then click and rotate the brush to open a capital R. I brush the area next to the part instead of using a small one, then leave it in front and then blend them together to match the two sections so that they connect. compare sizes. Round 10 (not in this set) Travel Rosemary Mix 8 Travel Rosemary Mix 1/4" dagger, elite size Princeton AQ 8 round. for everything else.

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  • A dubious purchase for the elderly