Mahl Stick.
A mahl stick is a stick or thin pole about a metre in length
(three feet) with a ball-shape pad at one end, used as an aid in painting,
particularly in oil painting. A mahl stick is useful when painting detail or
when painting in a large area where the paint is still wet and you want to
avoid touching the surface accidentally.
A mahl stick is something you can make yourself, from a piece
of bamboo or dowel; simply tie a folded-up bit of cloth to the one end with a
piece of string, or use an elastic band. Ideally you want a bit of cloth that
won't slip or scratch the canvas; a piece of chamois leather is ideal. A round
stick is better than a square as you never have to orientate it so you don't
rest your arm on an edge.
mahl stick.
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