What sizes and variety of watercolor brushes makes a good and basic set?

Question

I am looking at buying Winsor and Newton sable blend and don't want to spend more than 100.00 to get me going.

Answer 1

I have a Grumbacher Golden Edge size 12 brush. It's the only one I ever use for watercolor. It's tapered down to a point, so you can make fine lines or hold it at an angle for broader strokes. It think it cost about $20.

Answer 2

go to hobbylobby or michael's or what ever art place and ask the sales associate to start you off... they'll tell you exactly what you need.