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The fan spreads its bristles into a thin arc, so it touches the surface in dozens of separate points rather than one solid line. That makes it useless for covering and excellent for everything that should look scattered: dust, ash, pollen, snow, stubble, and the softening of a transition that is nearly right.
Specifications
| Brush family | Effects & Details |
| Shape | fan |
| Size | one size |
| Bristles | synthetic |
| Recommended use | effects & weathering |
| Handle marking | grey tip |
| Packaging | single brush, individually packed |
| Manufacturer code | AKB017 |
| EAN | 8435568345560 |
| Manufacturer | AK Interactive |
| Country of origin | China |
What it is for
- Spreading pigments for dust and ash effects
- Stippling stubble and five-o-clock shadow on faces
- Softening a transition that is almost blended
- Scattering snow, sand or dry foliage on bases
What to pair it with
It is the natural partner for AK pigments and for the weathering marks laid down with AK Synthetic Brush – Angular. For finer stippling on a single cheek, AK Synthetic Brush – Round 3/0 gives more control.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my fan brush leave blobs?
Too much paint. A fan should be nearly dry – load it, then wipe almost all of it off before it touches the model.
Can it be used for blending?
For softening, yes. For moving paint from one tone to another, use a filbert such as AK Synthetic Brush – Filbert 2.
How do I clean an AK synthetic brush?
Rinse it in clean water – or the matching thinner for enamels and oils – before the paint sets, work brush soap into the bristles with your fingers, reshape the tip and let it dry point-up. Never leave a brush standing in a jar. The cleaners are in thinners and cleaners.
Synthetic or Kolinsky sable?
Synthetic fibre is springier, cheaper and completely indifferent to harsh thinners, so it is the right choice for varnish, enamels, oils, pigments and every abrasive technique. Sable holds more liquid and comes to a finer point – that is the da Vinci brushes range. Most painters end up owning both and using each for what it does best.
The complete range is in the AK Interactive brushes category.