10 Best Brushes for Painting for Acrylics and Oils

What brushes do I need for oil painting or acrylic painting? I get that question a lot. These paint brushes I've ended up using are the result of trial and error over the years and this collection is what I've become the most comfortable with when trying to paint anything. From detail work with acrylics to blending in oil paint, glazing or varnishing a painting, I can accomplish it all with this list of paintbrushes and hopefully this video demonstration can help you with deciding what you need for your artwork.

BRUSHES IN THIS VIDEO --*affiliate links*--

===How I Film My Paintings===

The lighting I use:

Thank you for watching!

[traceearrowood]

This was so comforting to watch and hear. To walk into an art shop can be a sensory overload, and when I was younger I thought I always needed more than I did. I hope people of any age can watch this and realize that they don't have to spend a fortune on everything. Thank you always for sharing your talent, Love, and passion with us!

[AbnormalAxis]

For those of you who want to copy and paste the list of brushes without links:
1. Liner
2. Dagger Striper
3. Round Blender
4. 5 Round (thick striper)
5. Angular (Different widths as needed)
6. Fan Brush #8 / Fan Blender (Very Large)
7. Bright (1" flat coverage)
8. Flat (1.5" varnish brush)

[snooch]

Dear lord thank you for not wasting time! I feel like I learned some things without being bombarded by paid promotions or sifting/ sitting through 13 minutes of content.

[sinalpatel]

I always find choosing what brush to use one of the hardest decisions to make when starting to paint. Watching this video, has made it easier for me to make up my mind. Thanks Chuck!

[JediJay]

I don’t do art myself but it’s fascinating to see what you use to make your masterpieces.

[faustadimascio]

I love how generous you are with your knowlege and experience. So much info. I love your videos

[judycurtis]

I have just started painting again after about 25 years. You have tremendously helped me with my art through your videos. I am more motivated than ever before. Thank you for your superior art work.

[MYRIAMLATEUR]

I discovered the dagger brush very recently… boy, I can’t miss it anymore. I’m addicted… love it for fine corner work. Magical!

[s.fisher]

Not ashamed to say that I've bought a lot brushes because of your recommendations. Never been disappointed!
ONE REQUEST!!! Please make more sunset dominate full length tutorials, even if it's on your membership channel. Your skies are BANANAS!!! No other artist on youtube compares. If I could learn to do them half as good i'd be ecstatic!!! I love your long videos and always learn something. So dang Chuck please make some long tutorials of those beautiful sunset and skies!!!! 🙏

[franzbayle]

Thanks for sharing your favorite paint brushes

[garykirchner]

It's nice that you share your trail and errors with everyone! Many people would keep it a secret!! As photographers and painters, everyone see's the same scene differently and interprets differently!

[LillyMelody]

Thank you for your help and information ✨

[christinalillbellspark]

I love using the company Princeton brushes and I love all of these recommendations l will definitely try them

[gracemckenney]

I have honestly never heard of a dagger brush, and now I think I need to go find one. I love how you showed up some great examples of blending with both acrylic and oil for each brush instead of just telling us what it does and showing one type of paint. I also want to say that I've followed your work for the past 6 years, and it's been amazing to watch your artwork change a little and kind of improve over the years.

[bosiegabriel]

I’m so glad you showed how both oil and acrylic handle

[sunnyjones]

I have purchased brushes you recommend and have improved my paintings. I really like the way you SHOW with paint HOW to use the brush. Very informative. Thanks again for your generosity in teaching.

[shadowowlkh]

I've bought tons of stuff that you have recommended. I've followed you for I do believe nearly a year on Instagram and on the email just as long. Anytime you post a new painting on Instagram I run to show my dad, he is down in his age and your paintings bring back so many memories of when he used to be able to go hunting or go out and take photos. I want to thank you for bringing those memories back to my dad and helping him smile.

[kamarah]

Your recommendation had me hunting for the dagger striper. MAN do I LOVE this brush! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences!

[haydenlakewatershedimprove]

Thank you! Not only do we get brush recommendations, but technique tips at the same time. Excellent!

[marilynephelps]

I used to paint when I was younger and I have bought my share of brushes through the years. Thank you for the information in this video. You are an inspiring and very talented, young man and because of you I have began to sketch and paint again. it is a calming and rewarding endeavour.