I got the brush roll and the pouch for free! I ’ve used different art materials over the years, but trying Tombow brush pens for the first time was a pleasant surprise. Just a background. I’ve always wanted to use brush pens, but I feel that they are too stiff compared to, say, watercolor brushes..or even acrylic brushes. I found this particular set at a local crafting event by Googly Gooeys and The Happy Station at Sheraton hotel. I couldn’t resist the pastel shades. I’m a deep autumn gal, but I really liked these. I told myself that I’d give it another try. I’ve only started painting in late May and my fingers are not that flexible yet, so I was a little afraid to use brush pens. The first thing I noticed was how much control I had over the strokes. The flexible brush tip allowed me to create both delicate lines and broader shapes simply by changing the pressure. It took a little getting used to, but I enjoyed how naturally the colors flowed onto the paper. I cannot...
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