- Are these pencils watercolor pencils?
- Yes. The cores are water-based, so marks can be blended with a damp brush for wash effects. Use watercolor or mixed-media paper for wet work.
- Is 24 enough for a beginner?
- For learning to layer and blend, yes. The set covers primaries, greens, earths and gray. If you plan to mix many custom colors, the larger sets in the line give more room.
- Do they work on regular drawing paper?
- Dry drawing works on most sketch paper. For washes, heavier paper holds up better and resists pilling.
- How do they compare with oil-based colored pencils?
- They are softer and blend with water rather than solvent. Oil-based pencils hold a sharper point and layer more cleanly, while these are easier to wash and lift.
- What is in the box?
- One set of 24 water-based colored pencils in a compact case. No brush or sharpener is included.
- Where is the Winsor & Newton Colored Pencil Set of 24 cheapest?
- At Michaels, for $32.24, as of our latest check.