First, we need to understand the types and characteristics of brushes. There are various types of brushes such as calligraphy brushes, watercolor brushes, oil painting brushes, sketching brushes, etc. Each type of brush has its own material and characteristics, such as hair quality, softness, and water absorption. These characteristics will directly affect the painting effect and usage experience of the brush.
Second, we should choose the right brush according to our painting style. Different painting styles require different types of brushes. For example, oil painting requires a harder oil painting brush to shape details and color layers, while watercolor painting requires a soft watercolor brush to express soft colors and gradient effects. Third, we need to consider the usage scenario and needs. If you often do watercolor painting outdoors, you need a watercolor brush that is easy to carry and has good water absorption. If you do oil painting indoors, you may need a harder and more durable oil painting brush to shape details. Fourth, it is recommended to try the brushes out and test the colors. This can help you better understand the characteristics and usage effects of the brushes. In the process of trying out, you can try using different models and brands of brushes to draw different lines and shapes, feel their softness, water absorption, and performance. In the process of color testing, you can try to use the brushes to draw some brightly colored images and color mixing images to understand their color layers and color effects. Lastly, we should gradually update and enrich our collection of brushes according to our needs. Everyone's painting needs are different, so our collection of brushes also needs continuous updating and enrichment. As our painting skills continue to improve, we may find that we need more different types of brushes to meet our creative needs. Therefore, we should gradually update and enrich our collection of brushes based on our needs.