Embrace new brush technological advances and save animals at the same time! Black Swan Brushes are an exceptionally durable, animal-friendly synthetic alternative to traditional red sable brushes! The gorgeous ebony bristles are designed to be highly soft yet strong and durable, able to handle heavy bodied media like acrylics and oils with ease. Offering excellent color retention and control, they provide effortless color application for glazing and washes. Bristles are easy to clean and maintain. Brushes are designed with seamless nickel-plated brass ferrules and attached to lightweight, well-balanced wooden handles. The handles are finished with a lovely black matte and dipped with gloss black, creating a brush that truly paints as elegantly as its’ Black Swan name! Bristle tips are designed to keep their shape, ensuring a tight painting edge, rivaling the performance of quality red sable in a synthetic bristle. Sets are thoughtfully handpicked by professional painters, and offer size variety in each style to either outfit a studio or pochade box. The Black Swan Long Handled Complete Set is ideal for instructors to recommend to students, fully outfitting them with a wide variety of styles for any painting requirement.