- Are these pencils watercolor pencils?
- Yes. The cores are water-based, so marks can be blended and washed with a damp brush. Use heavier paper if you plan to wet them heavily.
- How do they compare with artist-grade pencils like Polychromos?
- They are softer and less lightfast than artist-grade pencils, so they suit practice and studies better than archival work. The trade-off is a much lower cost for a full 72-color range.
- Who is this set for?
- Students, beginners and hobbyists who want a wide palette and watercolor effects. Experienced artists doing finished, long-lasting work will want harder, more lightfast pencils.
- Do the pencils come in a tin?
- Yes, the set is packed in a tin with molded slots that hold the pencils in order and make the set easy to carry.
- Can I use them for dry blending too?
- Yes, but the soft cores smudge and blend less cleanly dry than harder artist pencils. A blending pencil or solvent helps.
- How many colors are in the set?
- 72 pencils, covering a broad range of hues plus neutrals and skin tones.
- Where is the Winsor & Newton Studio Collection Colored Pencils Set of 72 cheapest?
- At Michaels, for $109.99, as of our latest check.