I often find myself painting in more than one color at a time and using more than one brush at a time. I always make the same mistake and end up not only mad at myself but spending time correcting a painting that could be better spent.
The picture below shows how I usually end up holding brushes without even thinking about it. I just naturally end up holding brushes this way when I'm in the zone and don't realize the error until the "oopsie" is made.
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Multiple brush no-no |
This is the inevitable result of holding multiple brushes this way. Luckily I wasn't very far along on this portrait so it wasn't a huge deal to correct.
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ooops |
I think I hold brushes that way because I had nowhere else to put them, having had several brushes that I had haphazardly placed on my palette just roll off onto the floor and create more mess.
I found this Brush Grip Brush Holder
and while I absolutely love it, it hasn't completely stopped my horrible habit but it does help curb it to a minimum. It is completely adjustable and attaches via a rubber strap right to my french easel. I often attach it to a small ladder shelf I keep in my studio for more portability.
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adjustable wet brush holder |
If this doesn't help anyone reading, at least it serves as a reminder to me.
"Don't hold two brushes in one hand."
#alwayslearning
Thank you. I'm considering buying a second brush holder because I still find myself three brushes to a hand, an one in the mouth. lol
ReplyDeleteThank you. I'm considering buying a second brush holder because I still find myself three brushes to a hand, an one in the mouth. lol
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