• Artist-quality pencils in a range of expressive tones
• Highly pigmented, wax-based cores
• Thick 5 mm leads for rich, velvety laydown
• Maximum lightfastness
• Excellent performance on light and dark surfaces

Derwent Drawing Pencils feature highly pigmented, wax-based cores in a range of expressive, muted colors. Their thick 5 mm leads deliver velvety color with minimal pressure, perfect for smooth tonal transitions and even layers. A favorite for natural subjects, the beautifully subtle palette includes warm earth tones, muted greens, soft blues, and creamy neutrals—perfect for wildlife, nature studies, and expressive portraiture.

Each 8 mm round pencil features a premium wood casing. Thick color strips at the end allow for easy identification. Cores are highly lightfast and resistant to fading for up to 100 years.