Watercolour is not limited to traditional pans and tubes. Today, there are many water-soluble tools that combine the qualities of drawing and painting, allowing artists to use watercolour techniques in entirely different ways Watercolour pencils, markers, and other water-activated tools are excellent for sketching, detailed illustration, and more experimental work. They can serve as a bridge between drawing and painting while often offering more control than traditional watercolour.
Chalks, charcoal blocks and graphite blocks are excellent tools for freer and more expressive drawing. They make it easy to create strong contrasts, soft transitions and bold marks in both detailed works and large-scale sketches.
Graphite and charcoal pencils may seem similar at first glance, but different ranges can produce very different results, from soft shading to strong contrast and highly detailed line work. Derwent’s selection includes classic graphite and charcoal pencils as well as tinted and water-soluble options that add depth and new expressive possibilities to drawings.
Water-soluble pencils combine the possibilities of drawing and painting. Derwent’s range includes both classic watercolour pencils and vibrant Inktense pencils, each offering a very different working experience and final result.
Derwent’s colouring pencil range includes everything from soft, easily blendable pencils to stronger core pencils designed for detailed work. Different series suit different techniques and artistic styles, and choosing the right pencil can help you achieve the exact result you are looking for.
Lightfastness is one of the most important quality indicators of art materials, showing how well a pigment withstands the effects of light over time. When an artwork is exposed to daylight or strong artificial light, some colors may fade or shift over the years. This makes lightfastness especially important for works intended for display, sale, or long-term preservation. The marking on a paint tube, pencil, or marker is not just a technical detail, but information about how permanent your work will truly be.
Watercolour markers unite two worlds: the convenience of a marker and the fluid nature of watercolour. Winsor & Newton Promarker Watercolour markers bring watercolour painting into a more compact form, allowing you to create both precise lines and soft transitions without always needing to carry a brush and paint palette.
Alcohol markers have become a staple for many illustrators, designers, and hobby artists. Winsor & Newton Promarkers are undeniably among the leaders in this field – reliable, vibrant, and capable of delivering a professional-looking result even in the most spontaneous sketch.
Winsor & Newton Promarkers are a true classic among today’s creatives. They are tools that combine precise lines, smooth colour transitions, and a professional finish. The Promarker family offers something for every artist, whether the goal is a detailed design illustration or a painterly watercolour effect.
Derwent offers several different types of colored pencils that vary in composition, drawing feel, and overall result. If you’re looking for the right pencils for yourself, the choice may seem confusing at first. That’s why we’ve put together an overview of five of Derwent’s most widely used colored pencil ranges to help you find the one that best matches your drawing style and goals.
When you walk into an art supply store and look at the pencil shelf, the choice can be overwhelming – coloured pencils, pastels, watercolours, drawing and sketching pencils. How are they all different and which one to choose? In this post, we’ll give you an overview of the main types of pencils, their characteristics and their uses, to make your orientation in the world of pencils a little easier.
Charcoal has been a staple drawing medium for centuries, renowned for its rich tonal range, deep black tones and smooth mark-making capabilities. This simple tool can be used to create intricate details as well as lush shades that make works dynamic and expressive. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a beginner keen to explore different media, the versatility of charcoal can open up new creative possibilities.
