Pro-Art Natural Hog Hair Flat Tip Paintbrushes #579 - Set of 12

Specifications:

• Flat tip paintbrush
• #579 Brush Set
• Natural hog hair fibers
• Set of 12 brushes
• Tip size: 1 - 12

Quick summary of natural bristle paintbrush types:

• Hog Bristle (China Bristle) – Stiff, durable, best for oils & acrylics
• Sable – Soft, springy, great for watercolor & fine details
• Kolinsky Sable – Premium sable, excellent for watercolor & ink
• Squirrel – Very soft, absorbent, ideal for washes
• Camel Hair – Mixed soft hairs, budget-friendly, general use
• Ox Hair – Strong, springy, used for lettering
• Goat Hair – Soft, absorbent, best for washes & calligraphy

Each brush shape serves a different purpose in painting:

• Flat Brushes 
  Best for bold strokes, filling large areas, and creating sharp edges.
  Used in acrylics and oils.
• Filbert Brushes
  A mix of round and flat, with a curved tip.
  Ideal for blending and soft edges.
• Round Brushes
  Great for detail, lines, and controlled strokes.
  Ideal for watercolor and fine details.

Each type allows for different textures, precision, and blending techniques depending on the medium used.