The Army Painter brushes are designed for miniature painters who need reliable tools for everyday painting. In this category at Scenery Workshop you will find a wide selection including the Detail Brush, Highlighting Brush, Regiment Brush, Monster Brush, Basecoating Brush and several drybrush brushes. This makes it easy to find the right brush for every step of the painting process, from fine details to painting entire armies or vehicles.
What are The Army Painter brushes?
The Army Painter brushes are specifically created for painting miniatures, tabletop wargaming models and scale models. Many of these brushes use Toray synthetic hair, a durable fibre that performs well with acrylic paints and holds up to frequent hobby use. Some series, such as masterclass or Kolinsky versions, use natural hair for higher precision.
The brush range is designed around specific painting tasks. There are brushes for basecoating, highlighting, fine detail work and drybrushing. This makes it easier for hobbyists to select the right tool for each stage of painting. At Scenery Workshop these brushes are popular with both beginners and experienced painters.
Why hobbyists use The Army Painter brushes
The Army Painter is well known for practical hobby tools designed specifically for miniature painting. Their brush range focuses on usability and affordability while still providing good control.
- Affordable hobby quality for regular painting sessions
- Specialised brushes for basecoating, highlighting and detailing
- Durable synthetic hair suitable for acrylic paints
- Designed for miniatures and wargaming models
- Available as individual brushes or sets
Popular options include the Highlighting Brush for edge highlights, the Regiment Brush for general painting tasks and the Small Drybrush for quick texture and highlight effects.
How to use The Army Painter brushes for miniatures or scale models
Miniature painters typically use different brushes during the painting process. A Basecoating Brush can be used to cover larger areas of a model, while a Detail Brush or Super Detail Brush works well for tiny elements like eyes, insignia or weapon details.
Drybrush brushes in this range usually have stiffer and flatter bristles. This allows painters to highlight raised textures on armour plates, stone surfaces, terrain pieces or large creatures. Drybrushing is a common technique for quickly adding depth to wargaming miniatures.
What to consider when choosing The Army Painter brushes
The best brush depends on the technique you plan to use most often. Different brushes are designed for specific painting tasks.
- Detail Brush – for precision painting and small details
- Highlighting Brush – ideal for edge highlights
- Regiment Brush – versatile allround brush
- Basecoating Brush – for larger surfaces
- Drybrush brushes – for texture and quick highlights
- Monster or Vehicle brushes – for large models and terrain
Many hobbyists at Scenery Workshop combine several brushes from this range to comfortably switch between techniques while painting miniatures.
Frequently asked questions about The Army Painter brushes
Are The Army Painter brushes good for beginners?
Yes. Many brushes in this range use durable synthetic hair and are designed as practical hobby tools, making them ideal for beginners.
Can these brushes be used for drybrushing?
Yes. The Army Painter offers several brushes specifically designed for drybrush techniques with stiff bristles.
Which brush is the most versatile?
The Regiment Brush is often considered the most versatile brush for general miniature painting.
At Scenery Workshop you can find a wide selection of The Army Painter brushes for miniature painting, tabletop wargaming and scale modelling.
