The Palette Knife

A palette knife is a thin, flat tool with a flexible metal blade used by artists for mixing or applying paint. Unlike brushes, it can spread thick paint, create textured effects, or carve into layers. Its versatility allows for bold, expressive strokes and a range of textures, especially in oil and acrylic painting. Palette knives are valued for their precision and control, enabling artists to add dynamic detail and depth to their work. They are an essential tool for achieving both smooth blends and rough, textured surfaces in a painting.