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WF6 – Wa Fude Calligraphy Brush, Akagi, 7/16″ x 1 3/4
WF6 – Wa Fude Calligraphy Brush, Akagi, 7/16″ x 1 3/4
Create bold strokes and lines with the Akagi brush.
Excellent ink holding capacity. Medium coarse with a good point.
Brush made of natural hairs. Handle made of bamboo.
Features:
- Hardness: 5/5
- Absorbance: 2/5
- Spring: 3/5
- Durability: 3/5
- Point: 5/5
Wa Fude, or literally “Japanese brushes”, were carefully selected for their high performance qualities.
Beloved in Japan for their superior performance in calligraphy, these brushes each boast unique characteristics that artists will appreciate for different styles and techniques, whether it be lettering, sumi-e or watercolor.
The spring and snap of these natural bristle brushes make them perform quite differently from our other sumi-e brushes, providing a variety of performance options to suit different artists’ needs.
Each brush has a hanger loop and a protective cap.
Packaged in a peggable clear bag with descriptive insert.
Brush head: 7/16″ x 1 3/4″
Brush length: 9 1/2″
Weight: 0.5 oz
[embed]https://youtu.be/V3s0M9ryvgQ[/embed]WF7 – Wa Fude Calligraphy Brush, Hokushou, 9/16″ x 2 5/16″
WF7 – Wa Fude Calligraphy Brush, Hokushou 9/16″ x 2 5/16″
Create bold strokes and lines with the Hokushou brush.
Excellent ink holding capacity.
Medium stiff with a soft point.
Brush made of natural hairs.
Handle made of synthetic bamboo.
Wa Fude, or literally “Japanese brushes”, were carefully selected for their high performance qualities.
Beloved in Japan for their superior performance in calligraphy, these brushes each boast unique characteristics that artists will appreciate for different styles and techniques, whether it be lettering, sumi-e or watercolor.
The spring and snap of these natural bristle brushes make them perform quite differently from our other sumi-e brushes, providing a variety of performance options to suit different artists’ needs.
Each brush has a hanger loop and a protective cap.
Packaged in a peggable clear bag with descriptive insert.
Brush head: 9/16″ x 2 5/16″
Brush length: 9 1/4″
Weight: 0.8 oz
[embed]https://youtu.be/ri7vI1l5l1Y[/embed]WF8 – Wa Fude Calligraphy Brush, Nankai, 11/16″ x 2 9/16″
WF8 – Wa Fude Calligraphy Brush, Nankai 11/16″ x 2 9/16″
Create bold strokes and lines with the Nankai brush.
Excellent ink holding capacity.
Medium coarse with a little spring and a soft point.
Brush made of natural hairs.
Handle made of synthetic bamboo.
Wa Fude, or literally “Japanese brushes”, were carefully selected for their high performance qualities.
Beloved in Japan for their superior performance in calligraphy, these brushes each boast unique characteristics that artists will appreciate for different styles and techniques, whether it be lettering, sumi-e or watercolor.
The spring and snap of these natural bristle brushes make them perform quite differently from our other sumi-e brushes, providing a variety of performance options to suit different artists’ needs.
Each brush has a hanger loop and a protective cap.
Packaged in a peggable clear bag with descriptive insert.
Brush head: 11/16″ x 2 9/16″
Brush length: 9 1/2″
Weight: 1.4 oz
[embed]https://youtu.be/HXNpuCMjRG4[/embed]JSBM – Stencil Brush, Medium
JSBM – Stencil Brush, Medium
NEW! Made of natural, boiled bristles with a metal ferrule and wooden handle. Perfect for detailed stencil work on a variety of surfaces. Made in the Kumano region of Japan, which is well known for consistent perfection in brush making. This stencil brush works particularly well with Niji Pearlescent Watercolor sets (NPWC16 & NPWC21), and is included in the Shimmer & Shine Pearlescent Paint & Stencil Kit (PWCSK1).
Brush head: 7/16” x 5/16”
Brush length: 6”
NS2R – Sumi-E Instruction Book
NS2 – Sumi-E Instruction Book
A classic instruction book that gives the reader a basic understanding of the materials and techniques used in sumi-e painting. Perfect to display alongside sumi-e products. 24 pages. Fully illustrated.
Size: 8 1/2″ x 11″
Weight: 4 oz
S147 – Natural Suzuri Stone, 5 1/2” x 3”
S147 – Natural Suzuri Stone, 5 1/2” x 3”
Suzuri is a flat grinding stone used to make Sumi ink. It has a sloping indentation which forms a small well at one end. A Sumi ink stick is ground on the stone surface with plain water to product liquid ink.
Dimensions: 5 1/2” x 3”
Weight: 13.6 oz
Suzuri Stone Care and Usage
- To avoid unevenness, indentations, and grooves, grind the ink over the entire surface of the stone.
- Never leave the ink stick on the wet stone surface as it will adhere and damage the stone’s surface.
- Wash with water after each use, gently using your fingers.
S165 – Natural Suzuri Stone 5″ x 2 1/2”
S165 – Natural Suzuri Stone 5″ x 2 1/2”
Suzuri is a flat grinding stone used to make Sumi ink. It has a sloping indentation which forms a small well at one end. A Sumi ink stick is ground on the stone surface with plain water to product liquid ink.
Dimensions: 5” x 2 1/2”
Weight: 9.4 oz
Suzuri Stone Care and Usage
- To avoid unevenness, indentations, and grooves, grind the ink over the entire surface of the stone.
- Never leave the ink stick on the wet stone surface as it will adhere and damage the stone’s surface.
- Wash with water after each use, gently using your fingers.
SSB700 – Artist Quality Ink Stick
SSB700 – Artist Quality Ink Stick
For thousands of years, sumi ink sticks have been made by mixing soot with flue to form solid blocks. They are ground on a Suzuri stone with water to produce ink in the way of traditional Asian artisans. Sumi ink sticks are unsurpassed for producing the famous Five Colors, or shades of black, that form the basis of monochromatic Sumi painting. The subtlety of Sumi ink is evident in the variety of tones and values it produces. The dot on the top of the Sumi stick indicates its quality and authenticity. Artist Quality Sumi Ink Stick dimensions: 1” x 3 1/8” x 9/16”
Sumi Ink Stick Care
- Store out of direct sunlight, avoiding heat and moisture.
- Wash, clean and dry after each use to avoid mold growth.
- Use ink as soon as possible after making it for best results.
Dimensions: 1” x 3 1/8” x 9/16”
Weight: 0.9 oz
SSB900 – Professional Quality Ink Stick
SB900 – Professional Quality Ink Stick
For thousands of years, sumi ink sticks have been made by mixing soot with glue to form solid blocks. They are ground on a Suzuri stone with water to produce ink in the way of traditional Asian artisans. Sumi ink sticks are unsurpassed for producing the famous Five Colors, or shades of black, that form the basis of monochromatic Sumi painting. The subtlety of Sumi ink is evident in the variety of tones and values it produces. The dot on the top of the Sumi stick indicates its quality and authenticity.
AP non-toxic.
Dimensions: 1 1/8” x 5/8” x 3 7/16”
Weight: 0.9 oz
SW0 – All Purpose Brush 3/32” x 3/4″
SW0 – All Purpose Brush 3/32” x 3/4″
Because of its sharp tip and firm body, this all purpose brush performs various strokes well while still being flexible enough for shading and contouring. Highly recommended for watercolor work. Made from a blend of natural and synthetic hairs. Handle is approximately 7 1/2” long and has a loop for hanging.
Brush head: 3/32” x 3/4″
Brush length: 8 1/4″
Weight: 0.07 oz
SW-SET – All Purpose Brush Set, 3 Pieces
SW-SET – All Purpose Brush Set, 3 Pieces
The 3 piece All Purpose Brush set includes one brush each: SW00, SW3 and SW5.
About All Purpose Brushes:
Because of their sharp tips and firm bodies, the all purpose brushes perform various strokes well while still being flexible enough for shading and contouring. Highly recommended for watercolor work. Made from a blend of natural and synthetic hairs. Handles are approximately 7 1/2” long and have a loop for hanging.
SW00 – All Purpose Brush 1/16″ x 3/4″
SW00 – All Purpose Brush 1/16″ x 3/4″
Because of its sharp tip and firm body, this all purpose brush performs various strokes well while still being flexible enough for shading and contouring. Highly recommended for watercolor work. Made from a blend of natural and synthetic hairs. Handle is approximately 7 1/2” long and has a loop for hanging.
Brush head: 1/16” x 3/4″
Brush length: 8 1/4”
Weight: 0.07 oz