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Mop Brush

A visual index of the different types of art paint brushes.

From Marion Boddy-Evans, About.com

Introduction to Art Paint BrushesImage: ©2007 Marion Boddy-Evans. Licensed to About.com, Inc
As the name "mop" suggests, a mop brush is one that'll hold a large quantity of fluid paint. It's a soft and floppy brush, ideal for large watercolor washes.

Be sure to spend the time to clean it thoroughly when you're done painting; it's not a job to be rushed on a brush with this much hair!
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