Are these good for beginners?

Yes. The soft cores are forgiving and the 72-color range covers most basic work. They are a common first step before moving to artist-grade pencils.

How do they compare with Prismacolor Premier?

Both are soft and blend well, but Prismacolor cores are generally more consistent and lightfast. Arteza gives a wider palette for less outlay and suits casual use better.

Do the leads break easily?

Some owners report snapping, mostly when sharpening to a very fine point. Use a sharpener with a clean blade and avoid heavy pressure.

Are they oil-based or wax-based?

Arteza describes the cores as oil-based pigment. They still behave like soft wax pencils, so expect some bloom and smudging.

What comes in the box?

A single tiered tray of 72 pencils in assorted colors. No sharpener or case is included.

Arteza does not publish lightfast ratings for this line. Keep finished work out of direct sun and consider a fixative spray.

What do buyers say about the ARTEZA Colored Pencils, Professional Set of 72 Colors?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 118 ratings.

Where can I buy the ARTEZA Colored Pencils, Professional Set of 72 Colors?

6 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, WoodArtSupply, eBay, GoSupps.com, Amazon.

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