Brush Lettering is a beautiful style that requires patience, practice, and the right tools. With so many different brush pens available on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! I’ve tried lots of brush pens, and some are good while others aren’t as great. So, I’ve put together a list of my five favorite ones, so you don’t have to burn your pockets trying them all out.
Before you pick the best brush pen, there are a few things to keep in mind.
- A good brush pen should let you control your writing without too much fuss. These pens should provide flexibility, a stable tip for smooth strokes, non-smudging ink, and long-lasting durability.
- Size of the nib– large nibs are great for medium and large-sized brush calligraphy, while smaller nibs are better for smaller lettering.
- Nib elasticity. soft nibs are great for creating thick lines, while firm nibs are better for thin lines.
Tombow Dual Brush Pens
Tombow Dual Brush Pens are versatile and vibrant water-based brush pens. The large brush tip is used for bold strokes and works like a paintbrush to create beautiful backgrounds.
Although these brush pens aren’t water resistant, they blend wonderfully giving a nice gradient effect. These resilient nylon brushes have self-cleaning tips and retain their tip stroke after stroke making them long-lasting, Tombow Dual Brush Pens are available in a whopping 108 different colours, including a colourless blender.
DOMS Brush Pens
DOMS brush pens are a great choice for artists and crafters who want to create beautiful artwork without breaking the bank. They come in a variety of colours, including pastel and metallic colours, These brush pens have a fine tip compared to Camlin brush pens, offering precise control in creating different strokes and styles. The inks are water-based and flow smoothly, providing consistent and vibrant colour output that makes artwork or lettering pop with vividness and clarity. They are water-soluble and suitable for a wide range of papers.
Pentel Brush Pens
The Pentel Pocket Brush Pen is a popular option among the calligraphy community. The brush tip is made of individual nylon fibers, which is springy and retains its shape after each stroke making it more durable than other brush pens on the market. It’s also an excellent choice for practising the Copperplate script.
These pens offer a great balance between control and flexibility, allowing for precise strokes while still being adaptable. It comes in a variety of colours. The ink is also water-resistant and fade-resistant, which makes it perfect for creating long-lasting artwork. The pen is refillable, which makes it more eco-friendly than other brush pens on the market.
Karin Brush Markers
These pens are made of super durable and flexible nylon tips with intense colour. They come in a wide range of colours that blend smoothly together, offering limitless creative options.
The best feature of this pen is the Japanese “liquid ink” technology, which makes the ink remain consistent in quality and vibrancy until the last drop. This makes it twice as efficient as traditional filter markers. although, because of its heavier ink flow, using thicker paper, maybe even watercolour paper, is recommended.
Brustro Brush pens
Brustro has become one of the most popular brands. Brustro Brush Pens are made to be smudge-proof and waterproof. The pens are highly pigmented. The tips of these pens have adequate firmness to get the right grip. You can get a shading effect by touching the tips of the brushes together.
I hope you’ve found this article on the brush pen insightful. Remember, the “best” brush pen is personal, and it differs for everyone. We all have diverse tastes and preferences so the only way to find your perfect one is by testing them out. So, try them out and let me know which one was your favourite.
Showcase your art using any of the recommended brush pens and tag me @thecalligraphysquare, I’d love to see your creativity in action.
Looking to get started with brush calligraphy? Check out my blog on books to learn brush lettering.
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