Soft synthetic bristles provide exceptional softness for gentle, even strokes
Highly absorbent synthetic hair holds more color than natural bristles for richer washes
Easy to clean synthetic bristles reduce maintenance and frizz compared to natural hair
Available in a wide range of shapes and sizes to suit various watercolor techniques
Elegant dark wood handles with gold ferrules offer a comfortable and attractive grip
Summarized by Shop
Neptune watercolor brushes are Princeton's softest, most absorbent option for artists working in water-soluble media. The synthetic hair can hold just as much color as natural squirrel bristles, but unlike natural hair, it's much easier to clean and it's less likely to frizz and lose its shape.
Neptune brushes come in pretty much every sh
Bristle Material
Synthetic
Bristle Shape
Rounded, Angled, Flat
Brush Application
Watercolor
Handle Material
Wood
Available Sizes
0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18
Color
Brown, Black
Summarized by Shop
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The size 4’s are very sharp. The brushes are so soft and the size 8’s i can use as rakes like a soft wolf hair brush to make dry brush textures and leaf patterns. I love Neptune brushes. I need another size 2 and another size 6. But I always want more than I need.
Brandi · 14 days ago
The bristles spring back to their original form when pressure is released. Also, the briatles don’t shed.
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Helen · October 15, 2025
It was beautiful. I have not had time to use it. Been in art school..most the brushes i get from you and others have been very good!! I will buy again!!