Filbert brush. The Graduate collection is specifically designed to meet the needs of beginner artists and students who want to practice and perfect their skills. Daler-Rowney Graduate XL Stiff Synthetic Filbert long handled brush is perfect for painting with acrylics and oils. The oval shaped tip of the Filbert is ideal for applying large blocks of colour into curved areas, general washes and painting rounder shapes. The Graduate XL range is a comprehensive offer of oversized brushes, designed especially for artists creating large format works in traditional, mixed media and urban techniques. With its stiff synthetic filaments, this brush is perfect for heavy bodied paints such as acrylics and oils and is great for impasto work and rougher surfaces. The stiff filaments retain their shape even after heavy use. A perfect brush for students and hobby painters alike, providing excellent value for money. Handmade in the Dominican Republic.