Derwent Tinted Charcoal Pencils, 4mm Core, Pack, 6 Count (2301689)
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There are a total of 24 different colors in this set.
The structure of the core is extremely durable. They're quite hard, and they're a good long-lasting charcoal; however, I wasn't pleased with the colors, which were darker than I expected.
Yes, these pencils would need to be fixed in the same way that any other charcoal would.
They don't smudge too much, but if they do, leave one blank page between each drawing.
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I checked to see if any colors were duplicated before I opened them. There is no mention of the colors in the description. That's something I think people should be aware of, especially since the entire set costs $50. White, light, medium, and dark are five of the 24 color options. Those are available for purchase almost anywhere. That, in my opinion, is a cop-out. So you'll get 20 "tinted color" charcoal pencils in the end. br>br>However, I tried them out and didn't think they were worth the money; pastels work better, are more vibrant, are less expensive, and come in a wider range of colors. These have a low volume. If you prefer a faded, antique look, however, this is the one for you. They are not something I would buy again. Though they appear to work for others, they are not my preference. br>br>Colors that are included: br>Sand, burnt orange, sunset pink, glowing embers, Heather mist, burnt embers, lavender, thistle, bilberry, elderberry, mountain blue, ocean deep, slate, forest pine, green moss, dark moss, driftwood, peat, burnt earth.
I'll warn you that you'll need to use a fixative and be careful where you put your hands, but that's pretty standard for any charcoal product. These remind me of pastel pencils in terms of application and action. They blended beautifully, with a much softer effect than I had anticipated. The tonal range is limited and muted, but this wasn't a deal breaker for me because I was only interested in using black pencils for detail work in regular charcoal drawings. I would recommend pastel pencils if you want a larger/brighter color range. These pencils have the nice, thick leads that Derwent pencils are known for, and they actually held up better in terms of softness and breakage than my Derwent Drawing pencils. To give you an idea of the colors and blending ability, I posted a quick portrait I did on fine-tooth sketch paper. The 4 vs. 5 star rating is due to the color similarity of several of the 24 colors.
Honestly, you can't go wrong with almost any Derwent product, though the prices can be a little high at times. Their Tinted Charcoal Pencils are a godsend for pastelists because the colors they offer are unique and can't be found anywhere else. the- Palette of mill pastels and pastel pencils This set is fantastic for this reason alone, but these pencils also have excellent light-reflective properties. Fastness, good point holding ability, relatively soft application, and the ability to create beautiful wash effects with water, at least in part. Almost every one of the muted and earthy colors in this set will appeal to a portrait or landscape pastel artist. br>br>Derwent also has a line called Tinted Graphite that is very similar to their Tinted Charcoal and is also a great dry media tool.
When it comes to charcoal pencil sets, advertisements can be deceiving. "CHARCOAL pencil set/kit" will be the first word in descriptions (and even labeling). "Then you read the fine print and realize that 1/3 of the set is charcoal and the rest is graphite; if you're familiar with charcoal, there aren't many color options, at least not on a regular basis. " After much searching, I discovered that Derwent was the only brand that offered any color or tint. We decided to give it a try because of the positive reviews. This is a fantastic choice. I like the thickness of the pencils and how well they blend. I am very pleased with my purchase and will most likely purchase a second set when the time comes.
Other colored media were mentioned, so and with no prior experience with charcoal - I decided to order this set in its entirety. Although it turns out that only one charcoal pencil of the appropriate hardness is required for class, I'm still glad I purchased these. The colors are limited and muted, but the majority are surprisingly beautiful, and the set includes three shades of "regular" charcoal (four if the "Natural" colored pencil is included) and a white. They can be used dry or wet (not new to those familiar with charcoal, I'm sure, but since I primarily use water media, that information made them less intimidating to this newbie) and can be sharpened with a regular art pencil sharpener, provided it is verifiably TLDR: TLDR: TLDR: TLDR: TLDR: TLDR: TLDR: TLDR This set, which includes both great but limited colors and traditional charcoal, is likely to appeal to beginners. For the same reasons, professionals may enjoy it.
Derwent's art materials have never disappointed me, and these tinted charcoals are just as good as the rest of their charcoal line. If you're used to softer charcoal pens or sticks, they'll take some getting used to. Also, just to be clear - they're not as soft as softer charcoal pens or sticks. Only the tints are included in this set. The colors are very earthy, which is a nice change if you're used to only using black charcoal. However, don't expect to be able to create vibrant charcoal drawings with these.
This charcoal has a nice tint to it. It's a one-of-a-kind and fantastic product, with less mess in the form of a pencil and great naturalistic colors. Animal drawings will be a breeze.
The purpose of purchasing nice pencils in a tin is for the tin to protect them. I ordered these and they arrived shrink wrapped with only the bottom of the tin, which is useless and not what is shown in the pictures. I'll have to get a new case for these now.
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