Rooster Feather Brush – Bamboo Handle

Handmade Brush for Water-Based Media, Ink, and Soft, Expressive Mark-Making

This brush is crafted with natural rooster saddle feathers set into a fire-cured bamboo handle. Rooster feathers have a beautifully soft flex and a naturally tapered shape that allows the brush to form a thin point when wet. The result is a highly responsive tool capable of fluid lines, delicate gestures, and organic mark variation.

This brush works especially well with water-based media including ink, watercolor, and gouache.

Features:

• Natural rooster saddle feathers with soft, flexible movement
• Feathers can form a thin point when wet for fine lines and detailed marks
• Excellent for expressive, organic strokes and soft-edge applications
• Ideal for ink, watercolor, gouache, and other water-based media
• Fire-cured bamboo handle with a warm, comfortable grip
• Lightweight and balanced for intuitive mark-making

Specifications:

• Overall length: approximately 11 in (adjust if needed)
• Feather length: approximately 4 in
• Handle material: fire-cured bamboo
• Brush head: natural rooster saddle feathers

Why I recommend this brush:
Rooster feathers offer a different type of sensitivity than hair brushes—they’re soft, flexible, and naturally tapered, allowing for both precision and expressive movement. This brush is a great choice for artists who enjoy fluid, organic marks and want a tool that responds gently to water and touch. The bamboo handle adds balance and a natural feel in the hand.

Care instructions:

• Rinse gently after use
• Do not soak the feathers in water
• Reshape lightly with your fingers while damp if you want a defined point
• Lay flat or stand upright to dry