Wheb you paint if you aren’t meticulous you will be replacing brushes constantly, however these Grabie Quill brushes have stood up to 3 years of my disorganization which says a lot. They hold tons of water and paint and are perfect for anyone from beginner and intermediate to professional. Worrying about your brushes should be your last thought, focus on painting! LTKOver40 LTKHome LTKFindsUnder50