I tend to draw faster when I’m using brushes as opposed to just using technical pens exclusively.

Often times, I tend to have to go back over some line (several times on some occasion) to either give it some variety or thicken the stroke (most artists do this to create the illusion of depth in their work). When using a brush all I have to do is to vary the pressure I exert on the brush I’m using and I get the desired variation with one motion.

Brushes are also excellent tools to use when drawing organic subject matters such as human beings, animals, foliage, and the likes.

Granted, it takes quite a bit of time to master the use of a brush. I highly recommend however that you take the time to practice and learn the necessary skills needed to wield one. The experience is very rewarding artistically and will add character to your work.

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