Escoda Perla Series 1430 Short Handle Round Artist Watercolor Brush, 8, White Toray Filament

Having used this brush for a bit, it’s reputation is well earned. The #12 perla has a wonderful point that always comes to a fine point. I can use this one brush throughout my painting to produce bold as well as fine brush strokes. The synthetic fibers have great snap that allows crisp transition between line thickness along a continuous stroke. This brush by its nature does not perform like natural hair…it is not suitable for large washes because it doesn’t hold as much water and pigment as natural hair. What is does ,is releases pigment and water in a very precise and controlled fashion. The ULTIMO is more suited for washes and glazes…the PERLA for detail work and drawing. Also, the brush feels great in the hand.