Kuretake ZIG CLEAN COLOR Real Brush 48 Colors Set

Kuretake is a brand that epitomizes the arts and crafts lifestyle, emphasizing the significance of color and shape. The color black symbolizes tradition, while yellow and purple embody innovation within the realm of brushes, pens, and paints—all designed to enhance our customers' artistic pursuits. The shapes—circle, square, and triangle—represent the foundational elements of art and craft creation. A notable product of Kuretake, the ZIG brand, has gained widespread popularity for its pens and markers.

The origin of Kuretake dates back to 1902 when Kuretake Co., Ltd. was founded in Nara, Japan. The company saw significant growth during the 1970s, a challenging period marked by post-war economic depression in Japan. During this time, consumers sought affordable yet high-quality stationery, leading to the introduction of the Kuretake ZIG Fine Liner pen. The brand name ZIG is derived from the word "zigzag," capturing the dynamic back-and-forth motion of writing.

Through the fusion of traditional Sumi Ink (used in Japanese calligraphy) with modern technology, Kuretake has established itself as a leading manufacturer of premium stationery products. Facing the potential of leveraging our unique expertise in multi-colored pigment inks, the brand ventured into the Art & Crafts domain.

Kuretake offers an array of highly regarded products, including:

• GANSAI TAMBI
• ZIG CLEAN COLOR REAL BRUSH
• ZIG CLEAN COLOR DOT
• ZIG 2 WAY GLUE
• FUDE PEN
• INK

The ZIG Clean Color Real Brush, for example, is a versatile watercolor pen suitable for various applications, including illustration, design, lettering, and Manga. The water-based dye ink allows for blending with water or mixing with other colors, enhancing creative possibilities.

The design of the pen allows for diverse usage—holding it upright yields fine lines while angling it produces broader strokes. When paired with a water brush, artists can achieve captivating blurred effects. By slightly wetting the pen's tip, one can explore multiple gradients of a single color.

Combining different colors can create stunning gradations. Start with a darker shade and, while still wet, overlay a lighter hue for a beautiful blending effect. This makes the pens a fantastic choice for watercolor, fine art, modern calligraphy, crafts, journaling, card making, and scrapbooking.

In terms of safety, the ZIG Clean Color Real Brush is xylene-free and adheres to ASTM D 4236 standards, receiving ACMI certification for safe use, particularly in the United States. To ensure longevity, it is crucial to store the pens horizontally and away from direct sunlight. It’s worth noting that if the tip feels rough during quick writing, it is merely a characteristic of the pen, not an indicator of dryness.

Kuretake has consistently pushed the envelope in brush pen technology since developing the Kuretake Fude Pen in 1973. As a result, the ZIG Clean Color Real Brush has evolved into a high-quality watercolor brush pen, ideal for artists seeking both versatility and reliability in their creative tools.

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