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MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES

Watercolour pencils differ greatly from non-watercolour pencils. The difference is in the binder that holds the pigment. Whereas normal coloured pencils have a waxy or oil based binder, watercolour pencils have a water-soluble binder offering a wide variety of application from dry to wet. Once the colour has been laid down and water added, the vivid and vibrant hues are released, dissolving into beautiful washes or deep areas of colour.

As we approach International Picnic Day on June 18th,  it’s the perfect moment to explore how artists of the 20th and 21st centuries have depicted picnics—and how we can use their inspiration to foster creativity and community through art today.

Looking for pencils with vibrant colours and a silky-smooth feel? Derwent Chromaflow is an all-new line of artists' pencils designed to offer brilliant, intense hues and a creamy application. In this blog, we dig into this exciting range and explore a variety of tips and tricks to help you make the most of these powerful pencils.

Protecting your graphite and charcoal drawings is essential to ensure their longevity and preserve their quality. Here are some tips on how to protect your drawings.

In our blog we delve into Derwent's Inktense range, sharing our knowledge and tips on how to use their pencils and the rest of the range! 

The pencil that you hold in your hand does not contain lead! This is a misconception, it is actually graphite, also known as plumbago or black lead.