Salon 2016 Salon 2016 was held in Russia this year in the cultural center of St. Petersburg. This annual event for the International Decorative Artisans League was hosted by Tatiana Rugers. The theme for Salon 2016 was “Art in the City” and below is a part of a panel someone did of the city. This was the main showroom […]
Lapis Lazuli
March 16, 2016 by 1 Comment
Lapis Lazuli-Tutorial This faux lapis lazuli panel was completed for a specific client. Lapis lazuli is a deep blue semi-precious stone (not a marble). Most lapis lazuli contains calcite (white), sodalite (blue), and pyrite (metallic yellow). Since the stones do not come in boulder sizes (the largest sizes rarely exceed 12 sq. ft.), a larger panel like this needs […]
The Deerhoof
August 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The Deerhoof is the ultimate striping brush! Much like the Rondin brush, the deerhoof is ideal for striping color or size on small, and tight spaces. However, the deerhoof’s shape offers a distinct slant which allows for optimum surface contact. It’s densely-packed skunk hair makes this a great brush to use over rough surfaces. A […]
Dusting Brush
January 8, 2014 by 2 Comments
On every job, there is always a dusting brush. Even the smallest touch-up job requires a tool to properly dust and prepare a surface. This is a visually thankless step of the professional painter, but absolutely crucial. I demand that my entire crew understands the importance of dusting immediately prior to any wet application. We […]
Lettering Samina
November 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This flat-tip, lettering samina has proved to be the softest hair that still ‘springs’ into action, for water mediums. It’s square tip allows for starting and stopping each letter/line with a traditional right angle. Using your pinkie as a guide, create controlled ‘thin-thick-thin’ strokes, evenly every time. This brush is a must have for sign […]
Spalter Boy!
October 31, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Happy Halloween from Spalter Boy, aka, Pierre Finkelstein! This picture was taken October 31, 1985. I love brushes! So much that I wanted to become a giant brush for Halloween. Needless to say, I was a big hit (with my fellow painter friends). The spalter is probably my favorite brush. Its the most versatile and […]
Slanted Striping Sable
October 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Slanted Striping Sable is our primary brush for the thinnest, straightest lines desired in striping. Used on its side, every tip of the hand-selected sable hair should be in contact for the longest, and most consistent stripe. Truly, the slanted, sable striping brush will prove to be invaluable when used effectively with a Striping […]
Tooth Veinette
June 4, 2013 by 2 Comments
No other brush gives such fine lines like the tooth veinette. Use this brush for painting many faux wood, marble, and other organic finishes. Check out the video below to learn more. The tooth veinette is made with high quality bristle hair and is hand-picked for its straightness and length. The ‘teeth’ allow for a […]
Squirrel and Badger 2-header brushes
March 12, 2013 by 4 Comments
The squirrel 2-header is the original woodgrainer’s tool for mostly straight graining, best used with oil mediums. Replace the squirrel with water badger hair to get a slightly stiffer brush for today’s heavier water mediums. Both deliver the most realistic rendering in woodgraining by making a new print every time. Many brushes can be used […]
Gum Arabic
January 11, 2013 by 3 Comments
Gum Arabic is a useful tool in your kit. Proper brush care will pay off, big time. Not only will your brushes last longer, but you will save yourself frustration with deformed tools. If fine brushes are not shaped, they can dry in a position that can make them unusable for your detail work, lettering, […]
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