Pro Arte 101 Prolene Watercolour Brush – Professional Synthetic Brush
Pro Arte 101 Prolene Watercolour Brush
Professional Synthetic Round Brush - Premium Quality at Affordable Price
Experience the exceptional performance of the Pro Arte Prolene Synthetic Round Brush Series 101 - a favorite among both professional artists and passionate beginners! 🖌️
These premium brushes feature specially developed synthetic polyester bristles that perform like expensive sable brushes while offering superior durability and excellent value. Each brush is hand-finished with a seamless nickel ferrule and polished black handle with elegant gold tip detailing. 💯
✨ Key Features
- Superior Synthetic Fibres - Behaves like sable without the high cost
- Exceptional Shape Retention - Maintains point, spring and shape even after extensive use
- Great Colour Holding - Holds generous amounts of paint for smooth application
- Durable Construction - Seamless nickel ferrule prevents shedding and splitting
- Balanced Design - Comfortable handling for precise control and detailed work
- Excellent Value - Professional performance at an affordable price point
🎨 Professional Quality
Pro Arte Prolene brushes feature a revolutionary synthetic polyester bristle that doesn't become charged with static electricity - a common issue with other synthetic brushes.
This special development means the brush behaves remarkably like natural sable while offering significantly improved durability and value.
Each brush is meticulously hand-finished to exacting standards, ensuring exceptional quality control and providing you with a tool that will serve your artistic needs for years to come.
🎨 Perfect For Multiple Applications
Medium | Performance | Techniques |
---|---|---|
Watercolour | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional - Primary intended use |
Washes, details, layering, wet-on-wet, dry brushing |
Gouache | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent control and coverage |
Opaque application, layering, fine details |
Inks | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great flow control and precision |
Calligraphy, illustration, line work |
Thinned Acrylics | ⭐⭐⭐ Good for thinned applications |
Glazing, details, highlights |
Tempera | ⭐⭐⭐ Smooth application |
Poster work, illustration, educational art |
🌟 Creative Possibilities
📓 Art Journaling
Create beautiful wash backgrounds and add fine details to your art journal pages. The brush holds enough water for smooth washes while maintaining a perfect point for writing and intricate details.
Pro Tip: Use the large sizes for backgrounds and smaller sizes for lettering and embellishments in your journals.
🌊 Landscape Painting
Perfect for creating atmospheric skies, detailed foliage, and tranquil water reflections. The brush's excellent spring allows for both broad strokes and precise details.
Pro Tip: Use the side of the brush for textured foliage and the tip for delicate highlights on water surfaces.
🌸 Botanical Illustration
Capture the delicate details of flowers, leaves, and natural subjects with precision. The brush's responsive spring and fine point make it ideal for botanical studies.
Pro Tip: Start with light washes using the side of the brush, then build details with the fine tip for realistic botanical illustrations.
🖼️ Mixed Media
Combine with other media for unique effects. The durable synthetic bristles stand up well to various mediums and techniques, perfect for experimental artists.
Pro Tip: Use with watersoluble inks and combine with colored pencil details for striking mixed media pieces.
📋 Technical Specifications
Brand | Pro Arte |
Series | 101 |
Brush Type | Synthetic |
Shape | Round |
Handle | Short Handle, Polished Black with Gold Tip |
Ferrule | Seamless Nickel |
Bristle Material | Synthetic Polyester |
Recommended For | Professional Artists and Beginners |
Primary Medium | Watercolour, Gouache |
Also Suitable For | Inks, Tempera, Thinned Acrylic Paints |
🏆 Why Choose Pro Arte Prolene Brushes?
Pro Arte has been crafting exceptional quality brushes for over 30 years, establishing themselves as a trusted name among artists worldwide. The Prolene Series represents their commitment to creating affordable brushes that deliver professional performance. 👍
Unlike many synthetic brushes, Prolene brushes feature a specially developed polyester bristle that doesn't become charged with static electricity. This revolutionary feature means they behave remarkably like natural sable while offering significantly improved durability and value.
💧 Brush Care Tips
- Rinse thoroughly after each use until water runs clear
- Gently reshape the tip with your fingers
- Store upright in a brush holder or lay flat
- Never leave standing in water
- Use brush soap occasionally for deep cleaning
Proper care will extend the life of your Pro Arte Prolene brush, keeping it in perfect condition for countless creative sessions!
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