When it comes to selecting the right brushes for your artwork, there is a lot to consider. Different brushes are designed to mimic the effects of real-life painting techniques, while others are specifically designed to create a particular effect. The wrong brush can ruin a perfectly good paint, so it’s important to know which brushes are right for the type of paint you are using.
Here, your shopping list of the best art brushes.
Our Editor’s Best Art Paintbrush Sets Reviews
SaleBestseller No. 1
Nicpro 30pcs Paint Brush Set, Professional Paintbrushes with Paint Spatula and Cloth Roll, Craft Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting, Oil, Watercolor, Gouache, Art Supplies for Artists and Beginners
- Paint Brush Set in Various Shapes: 30 pieces acrylic paint brushes including 8 x Flat Tip (#6, #4, 14, 12, 8, 6, 4, 2); 6 x Round Tip (14, 8, 6, 4, 2, 0); 6 x Filbert (14, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2); 3 x Angle (10, 6, 4); 3 x Fan (8, 6, 2); 2x Dagger (8, 6); 1 x Cat's Tongue (8); 1 x Liner (1); 1 x Paint Spatula; all neatly packed in a Nylon cloth roll bag. Whether you're working on acrylic, oil paints, detailed paintings or large coat applications, this ALL-IN-ONE set of various-size brushes will meet your needs and bring every stroke to life
- Premium Nylon Bristles: These paint brushes are made of high-quality nylon with excellent absorption and good elasticity. Great for holds and controls color, achieve consistent smooth flow of paint. Featuring superior shape retention, easy to clean and stay as good as new after extensive painting, ideal for long time use
- High-Quality Craftsmanship : Double-crimping aluminum ferrule holds the bristle securely to the brush handle, it will not loosen over time. The sturdy and durable birch wood handles are designed to fit the curves of your hand, offering a comfortable grip for intricate work. This must-have paint brush set for artists are in elegant wood color
- Portable Nylon Canvas Roll: Comes with a durable canvas roll to organize and protect your paint brushes. Made of quality nylon material, resistant to oil and water, keeping your painting supplies clean and safe. The flexible fabric can be rolled up to save space and is easy to carry with for painting trip. The stylish outlook makes it a wonderful gift for anyone enjoys art
- For All Types of Painting: This professional paint brush set works perfectly for all mediums like acrylic painting, oil paints and watercolor, also great for detailing crafts, canvas painting and large coat applications, creating a vibrant work of art. Ideal for artist of all levels. Nicpro takes everyone on an artistic journey
$24.64
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Bestseller No. 2
Soucolor Acrylic Paint Brushes Set, 20Pcs Round Pointed Tip Artist Paintbrushes for Acrylic Oil Watercolor Canvases Rock Body Face Nail Miniature Detailing Drawing Art Supplies
- Great Value Pack Artist Paint Brushes: Soucolor 2-pack 20pcs 10 different sizes of professional paintbrushes set, Fantastic High quality gifts for creative, artistic siblings to share!
- Awesome Set of Paint brushes: Professional paint brushes can cover all of your needs. The multi-purposed brushes are ideal for Watercolor, Oil, Gouache, enamel, Acrylic Painting, Body, Nail, Face Painting, Miniature, Model, Wood, Glass, Cup, Ceramic, Fine work, Art class, Craft Art Painting, DIY Art Crafts etc.
- Soft and long-lasting: The bristles are soft and strong, with nickel metal ferrules and blue wooden handles. After cleaning, the bristles will become soft and fluffy again and will not fall off.
- Easy to clean: it’s very convenient to Wash well in soap and water. Retain shape after drying. the brushes hold up very well. Nice selection to beginners and professionals. Keep them clean and they last a long time.
- Halloween Pumpkin Ceramic Crafts Supplies: A Great painting gift for family, friends, kids, girls, women, student, classmate, teacher. For using in school, travel or used in the home and office.
$5.99
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Bestseller No. 3
ARTIFY Paint Brush Set, 10 Pieces Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting with case, Nylon Hair Brushes for Acrylic, Watercolor, Oil and Gouache Painting, White
- SELECTED COLLECTION OF SHAPES AND SIZES : To bring up fresh inspiration, ARTIFY has selected 10 different shapes and sizes brushes as a set. They are liner, flat, filbert, round, fan, and angular. The paintbrush set could satisfy you whatever detailed painting or largest coat applications, every stroke will come to life
- NO LOOSING HAIR ON PAINTING : We used plastic sleeves to protect the round shape brushes (other shapes do not). The problem that hairs fall out has been bothering us for a long time; however, we used a selection of high-quality nylon materials to minimize the possibility of hair loss
- FERRULES DON’T GET LOOSE : Artify paintbrush has used a heavier glue on where wood and bristles meet, so the ferrules won’t come off easily
- WATERPROOF TEST : The 3 layers of coating and the heavy glue on the head of wood make it perfect for soaking in water for more than 48 hours. After finishing your work, you can easily just put them in the sink and wash it whenever you want.
- EXCLUSIVE ERGONOMIC DESIGN : The short-handled ergonomic paint brushes are easy to hold for detailed work and outstanding result without wiggling. Our designers focused on every detail to ensure a pleasant painting experience
$9.99
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Bestseller No. 4
Transon Artist Paint Brush Set of 12 for Watercolor Acrylic Gouache Oil and Tempera Painting
- Wide-range assorted paint brush set - 12 pieces of art painting brushes, including flat, filbert, angle, round, liner.
- Premium - high-grade nylon, hand-crafted brushes are made out of rigorous standard and quality control. Ergonomic handle grip, 5-layer smooth paint finished handles, secured in double-crimped aluminum ferrules.
- Versatile paint brushes - these brushes are suitable for different media such as watercolors, acrylics, gouaches, oil, tempera, etc.
- Practical - general art painting, body painting, canvas painting, model painting, rock painting, craft painting, and more.
- Transon original paintbrush set. Dual-color flexible taklon, exquisite design, handmade. Please check brand name before purchase.
$12.99
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SaleBestseller No. 5
ARTIFY 25-Piece Professional Paint Brush Set – Expert Series Synthetic Nylon Brushes for Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor, Gouache – No Shedding, Canvas Roll Case & Palette Knife, Painter Gifts Art Supplies
- Ferrules Stay Secure: ARTIFY paint brushes feature chrome-plated copper ferrules, secured with premium glue at the wood-bristle junction. This ensures the ferrules stay firmly in place, even after prolonged use and repeated washes—no wobbling, no shedding
- No Shedding Hair: The long-standing issue of hairs falling out has been addressed by using high-quality nylon materials, specifically designed to minimize hair loss
- High-Quality Nylon Bristles: We've chosen premium Korean-imported nylon hair from numerous nylon hair raw materials. Its unique properties result in superior water absorption capacity and speed, while maintaining excellent elasticity and shape retention even with long-term use
- Specially Selected Shapes & Sizes: To inspire fresh creativity, Artify has handpicked this brush collection of 24 different shapes and sizes, including liner, flat, angular, filbert, round, fan brushes and a painting knife. This paintbrush set caters to your needs, whether you're working on detailed paintings or large coat applications, bringing each stroke to life
- Nylon Cloth Roll: Start painting with ease by simply unrolling your brushes! Our portable, stylish, and lightweight roll fits comfortably in a carry bag or backpack. Importantly, it provides essential protection for your tools against damage. The high-density nylon is comfortable and gentle in your hands, while also being waterproof and oil-proof for the brushes it holds
$29.99
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SaleBestseller No. 6
Nicpro 10 PCS Flat Paint Brush Set, Art Painting Brushes for Acrylic, Watercolor, Oil, Gouache, Craft, Detail, Face Body Painting, Base Coating, Artist Paintbrush Kit for Kid & Adult
- 10 Sizes Acrylic Paint Brushes - This flat brush set includes 10 high-quality acrylic brushes with flat tip in sizes #1 to #10. Perfect for all painting from base coating to fine details, and for artists of all level
- High Quality Brush Hair - Our flat paint brushes feature dense, synthetic bristles that deliver outstanding water absorption and paint retention. Enjoy consistent, uninterrupted strokes with smooth color flow, making your painting experience easier and more enjoyable, especially for acrylic and craft painting
- Premium Craftsmanship - Each brush is designed with a sturdy round birch wood handle and double-crimped aluminum ferrule, ensuring a secure fit and preventing loose bristles. These flat brushes offer optimal balance and comfort, allowing for precise control during extended painting sessions
- Built To Last - Nicpro flat brushes are built for long-term use with no shedding or deforming after repeated use. They are easy to clean with water and quick to reshape. Proper maintenance keeps these watercolor brushes in excellent condition—simply rinse and air dry after painting
- Wide Application - With 10 versatile sizes, this flat paint brush set is perfect for beginners, students, hobbyists, and professional artists. These acrylic painting brushes work well for acrylic, canvas painting, watercolor, gouache, oil painting, craft, face and body art, making them an essential addition to your art supplies
$7.99
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Bestseller No. 7
Golden Maple Detail Paint Brushes Set 10pcs Miniature Brushes for Fine Detailing & Art Painting - Acrylic, Watercolor, Oil, Models
- DETAIL PAINT BRUSH SET: 10pcs miniature brushes (SIZE:5/0,3/0,2/0,0,1,2,3,4,6,8) ensure that you always have just the right paint brush for the job. This set of detailing brushes offers the perfect small paint brush for each phase of all your artistic painting projects.
- Perfect for all sorts of detailing. Good for nail art and face painting, work great for painting miniatures, models, figurines, action figures and doll houses, rock painting, paint by Numbers, Army paint.Acrylic, watercolor, or oil which ever project you are creating you will have the right tool for all of your hobbies and crafts.
- Easy grip handles: the handle is made of wood and designed easy-grip triangular shape, make you feel comfortable and secure while holding it
- Protective tubes: these miniature paint brushes come with protective tubes, which is handy to keep them in shape after using and cleaning
$16.99
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SaleBestseller No. 8
Paint Brushes Set for Acrylic Painting, 20 Pcs Oil Watercolor Acrylic Paint Brush, Artist Paintbrushes for Body Face Rock Canvas, Kids Adult Drawing Arts Crafts Supplies, Blue
- Professional Paint Brushes: 2 Pack 10 Different Sizes ( 5/8 8 6 4 5 3 2 2 1 2/0); Length: 17.5 cm to 19.5 cm (6.9 to 7.7 inches), High Quality Wood Handle and Variety of Shapes Tip Make Mixing Color More Easier. Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist or a professional, this artist paint brushes will help you make excellent work of art. Perfect for Your Families Who Have Fun in Painting!
- Multi-purpose Painting Brushes: Assorted Sizes & Shapes of Paint Bush Bulk Perfect for Art Painting, Which Can Cover all Your Needs. Works Well with Art, Watercolor, Oil, Canvas, Gouache, Rocks, Vinyl, Acrylic Painting, Body, Nail, Face Painting, Fabric, Egg, Miniature, Model, Wood, Glass, Cup, Ceramic, Fine Work, Art Class, Craft Art Painting, DIY Art Crafts etc. Acrylic Paint Brushes Allow You to do Fine Detail Painting Precisely to Reach Tight, Small Spots or Tiny Points.
- Artist Watercolor Paint Brushes: Smooth Wood Long Handle with UV Coating, Anti-peeling off, Non Odor and Water Resistance; Nickel ferrules Add Durable Synthetic and Anti-shedding Nylon Bristles, Individually Hand Crafted and Double-crimped with Excellent Workmanship So No Flaking Paint from Handles, Loose Bristles or Swing Ferrules with This Pro Paint Brushes Set. Intended for Long Time Use, No Compromise to the Performance or Appearance After Multiple Painting and Cleaning.
- Craft Paint Brushes: Clean Your Brushes Immediately After Using Them, It’s Very Convenient to Clean Them with Warm Soapy Water and Reshape the Brush Tips. Avoid Scrubbing While Cleaning. Air-dry the Detail Brushes and Store Them in the Carrying Container in a Tip-top Position for Long Time of Use. Paint Brushes Nylon Hairs Will Spring Back Perfectly After Every Brush Strokes. Never Leave Your Brushes Resting on Their Heads in Water, Solvent, or When Drying.
- Great Acrylic Brushes: Great idea for Artists, Beginners, Kids, Adults, Family, Girls&Boys, Teachers, Students, Great for School, Classroom, Travel, Home, Class, Office and Outdoor; Supplies for Christmas&Halloween, Birthday, Party, Back to School, New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving Day.
$7.99
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SaleBestseller No. 9
60 Pcs Acrylic Paint Brush Set, Oil & Watercolor - Professional Artist Brushes with Wooden Handle Nylon Hair Brushes - Bulk Art Supplies for Adults, Kids & Beginners
- 【Versatile Brush Selection】: The 10 sizes of multi-functional brushes have various shapes, making the mixing color easier, which is very suitable for artists, students, teenagers, children and painters at all levels. Wonderful ideas for friends and family who like painting
- 【General Brush Set】: Professional paint brush can meet all your needs. Multifunctional brush is very suitable for watercolor, oil, gouache, acrylic painting, body, nail, face painting, miniature, model, ceramics, arts and crafts painting, etc
- 【High Quality Process】: Adopting anti falling bristles, anti-rust nickel ferrule and solid wood handle design. Holds more color with smooth, streak-free strokes. Ideal for detailed work or broad coverage. You can focus on painting with a paintbrush and always maintain creativity
- 【Easy to Clean & Maintain】: After using the brush, it is very convenient to clean the brush with warm soapy water and reshape the tip of the brush. Air dry the brush and place it on top of the top for long use
- 【Perfect for Artists at Every Level】: Lightweight, ergonomic design for comfortable grip and control. Non-toxic materials make these brushes safe for kids and adults alike. Perfect gift for painters and crafters
$9.99
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Bestseller No. 10
Jerry Q Art 24 Pcs Artist Paint Brush Set with Free Carry Pouch for Watercolor, Acrylic, Oil and All Media, Suitable for Canvas, Paper, Ceramic, Golden Nylon Hair, Wood Handles JQ-B24
- Versatile set of 24 brushes in a carrying pouch. Easy to carry around, the wrapped size is 3.25”x9.75”x1.5”. Pouch organizer with one slot for each brush, you will not misplace a brush anymore. Carry the set to the park, art class, beach, your backyard, anywhere you want to with this compact set.
- Double color synthetic hair in dark golden with brown tip. Carefully sorted to prevent shedding. Silver ferrules are strongly crimped and provide no wiggling while painting. Wooden handles are painted with smooth natural paint that gives them a good grasp and comfort.
- Ideal for watercolor and acrylic paints, perfect for painting on a vast variety of surfaces such as paper, canvas, wood, ceramics, glass etc. Use them for coloring books, portraits, toys and action figures coloring, nail painting, it is a superb set for a gift to artists and students of any age.
- You got all the brushes you need to explore in this set: Spalters to cover big areas, flats to fill wide spaces and bold strokes, rounds for sketching and outlining, filberts for blending or soft round edges like flower petals, angles for curved strokes and filling corners, liners for fine details and lines and a fan for blending and feathering. Explore your techniques with the variety that this set offers.
- Contents: 24 Brushes include Spalters, Filberts, Rounds, Flats, Angles, Liners, Long Liners and Fan. One brush organizer with 24 slots
$12.99
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Best Art Paintbrush Sets Buying Guide
Before choosing the best art paintbrush set you should consider following options:
1. Quality: If you are looking to purchase a new set, it is important to be mindful of the quality. Art supplies can be very expensive, so it is best to invest in something of good quality.
Some materials are obviously of higher quality than others. If they are made of wood, they are usually better than those made of plastic.
However, even if they are made of plastic, the grade of the plastic can vary. Some plastic is breakable, while others are more durable.
Look for something that is made of a good quality plastic, or wood.
2. Cost: Art supplies can be very expensive. Even a single brush can cost a few dollars. So, it is best to be mindful of the cost of the entire set.
It is best to invest in something that is affordable, even if the quality is not the best.
There are some art supply stores that sell cheap, low-quality supplies, which can be very expensive in the long run.
It is best to look for something that is affordable and of good quality.
3. Variety: You will find that most art supply stores sell sets that come in different types. You will find sets that come with markers, pencils, and brushes.
You can also find sets that contain a combination of different art supplies. Look for a set that contains a variety of art supplies, so that you are not limited in your choices.
This will allow you to draw, paint, sketch, and write in many different ways.
4. Number of Items: You will find that art supply sets can vary in the number of items they contain. Some sets will contain more items than others.
If you are looking to purchase a set for personal use, then a smaller set will be enough. However, if you are looking to use it for a classroom, a larger set will be more appropriate.
Look for a set that contains enough items for your needs, and then some.
5. Price: Art supplies can be very expensive. If you are looking for good quality art supplies, then you will have to spend a few dollars on them.
However, you can find good quality supplies at a cheaper price, if you are willing to compromise on quality.
What else you should know about art paintbrush sets
1. What are the different types of bristles on art paintbrushes?
The different types of bristles on art paintbrushes are natural bristles, synthetic bristles, and a mix of both. Natural bristles are made from animal hair, while synthetic bristles are made from materials like nylon or polyester. A mix of both types of bristles is also common.
2. How do I know which type of brush to use for which type of paint?
There are a few different types of paint brushes, each designed for a specific type of paint. For example, natural bristle brushes are best for oil-based paints, while synthetic brushes are better for water-based paints.
3. How do I care for my brushes to ensure they last?
Brushes should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and warm water. Allow them to air dry completely before using them again.
4. What are some of the best brands of art paintbrushes?
Some of the best brands of art paintbrushes are Royal and Langnickel, Escoda, and Silverbrush.
5. How much should I expect to pay for a good quality set of art paintbrushes?
There is no definitive answer to this question since the price of art paintbrushes can vary greatly depending on the brand, type, and size of the brushes. However, a good quality set of art paintbrushes typically costs between $20 and $50.
Conclusion
On the market, there are numerous best art paintbrush sets. Hopefully, the list of the top ten best art paintbrush sets will save you time researching and deciding on the best one for you.