Derwent Tinted Charcoal Pencil Blister Pack, 6 Colours

6 tinted charcoal pencils in one compact blister pack; rich pigment blend for soft, dramatic shading; smooth application ideal for blending and layering; warm and cool undertones; low-dust formula to keep work cleaner; travel-friendly packing.

Start with light, layered strokes to establish values, then blend edges with a finger, a blending stump, or a soft tissue. Build up color gradually, add texture by varying pressure, and use a kneaded eraser to lift highlights or create subtle transitions.

Textured drawing papers, heavyweight sketch paper (around 120–200 g/m²), or pastel/charcoal paper with some tooth. Avoid very slick surfaces, which can hinder grip and layering. A light wash of fixative can help with layering stability.

Tinted charcoal combines charcoal’s tonal versatility with color pigments, allowing hue variation without switching mediums. It offers a moody, blended look unlike pure charcoal, and it behaves differently from colored pencils by blending more like charcoal, with less wax buildup and a softer edge.

Derwent products typically carry AP/ART certification for non-toxicity and safe use in art.

Ideal for expressive sketches, portraits with subtle color tinting, mood-rich landscapes, figure studies, and any work where you want to blend tonal shading with color accents without switching mediums.

Use a sharpener suitable for charcoal and pencils (preferably a handheld single-hole sharpener or a large-hole crafts sharpener). Store in a cool, dry place in the blister pack or a dedicated pencil case to protect the tips and keep dust to a minimum.

Compared to other options on Fepy, these tinted charcoal pencils offer a color-tinted alternative to pure charcoal while maintaining a soft, blendable texture. For direct comparisons, you can review these alternatives: Derwent Charcoal Pencil Set (6 colours) at https://fepy.com/products/derwent-charcoal-pencil-set-6-colours, Derwent Graphitone Colour Pencils Set (6) at https://fepy.com/products/derwent-graphitone-colour-pencils-set-6, and Derwent Studio Charcoal Pencils at https://fepy.com/products/derwent-studio-charcoal-pencils-set.

For beginners, it offers a compact, introductory way to explore tinting charcoal and building color depth without investing in multiple media. For advanced artists, it provides a convenient color-tinted option to add depth and nuance to charcoal work.

Yes. They layer well with graphite for precise lines, can be toned with a light watercolor wash, and work alongside ink for mixed-media drawings. Test on a swatch first to gauge how the colors interact with other media and consider a light fixative to prevent smudging.

Work over a blotter or scrap paper to catch dust, use a light touch to minimize excess dust, and brush away residue with a soft brush. Consider wearing a dust mask if you’re sensitive to charcoal particles and work in a well-ventilated area.