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I used to paint scenery for a local theatre and one tip I can suggest that hasn't been listed yet: when you freehand cut-in areas, the way you hold your brush makes a big difference. Don't hold it by the handle, (say what???) instead hold the brush at the ferrule which is the metal band that connects the brush to the handle. This way you are in better control of the application because your hand is closer to the surface. Imagine trying to write your name on a paper if you were holding a pencil by its eraser, it would look like preschooler handwriting.