Holbein Waterbrush Pens

I use these pens a lot for travel sketching. Feels most like a real watercolour brush (Large size is equivalent to a #6 size watercolour brush). All I need is my small paint set, a couple of paper towels, and sketchbook and I’m ready to go!

Very little control over the flow of water. I’m not sure if the one I got is defective but I have to assume they’re all like this and allow gravity to draw the water into the brush. When squeezed a fountain will appear. If you enjoy urban sketching, abstracts or loose florals this might be a brush that works well for you. Otherwise, please look into the Pentel waterbrushes. The Pentel were sold out at the local store so I got this Holbein brush instead. Typically I can get a pretty dry brush just by wiping on a paper towel but this brush’s water just doesn’t quit (which for some might be a plus). It will be difficult to get good darks, concentrated paint or controlled values with this brush and you will be more likely to get blooms. This brush is also longer than the average waterbrush which can make it less portable.

Great little pens for a quick wash. Easy to take along anywhere.

Holbein Waterbrush Pens