The Black Velvet series by Silver Brush Limited has become a benchmark for watercolor artists worldwide, known for its balance of softness, control and performance.
The Silver Black Velvet 3000S Round No. 12 features a premium blend of natural squirrel hair and black synthetic fibers (black risslon), allowing the brush to hold a large amount of water while releasing it evenly and predictably. This combination delivers smooth color flow, excellent responsiveness and precision based on the artist’s pressure.
Soft enough for multiple glazing layers without disturbing underlying washes, yet resilient enough for effective color lifting, this brush adapts effortlessly to different watercolor techniques. The short, well-balanced handle with its distinctive black finish and silver ferrule ensures comfort, stability and confident control throughout your painting process.
Designed for all water-based media, this brush can easily become a core tool in any professional or advanced watercolor setup.
👉 Features:
- Size: No. 12
- Shape: Round
- Hair type: Natural squirrel hair & black synthetic fibers
- Hair width: 8 mm
- Hair length: 30 mm
- Handle: Short
- Excellent water retention and controlled release
👍 Ideal for:
- Watercolor
- Gouache
- Acrylic inks
- Ink & dyes
- Washes, glazing and expressive brushwork
✨ Inspiration Tip:
Use the brush fully loaded for broad, fluid washes, then switch to fine details using only the tip — without changing brushes.
