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Drawing Pencils

The best drawing pencils are an essential companion to any artist’s studio, builder’s workroom or student’s pencil case. Our huge range of quality drawing pencils from leading brands like Derwent, Faber-Castell and Jasart has the perfect pencil for your creative needs. Grab yourself an affordable drawing pencil set, perfect for all experience levels, or finish off your project with the colour you need from our range of supplies.

 

Rotring Tikky Mechanical Pencil

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NOW $11.70

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The Rotring Tikky Mechanical Pencil has an ergonomically styled grip and a fixed metal sleeve around the lead to guide it when using with templates.
This range of mechanical pencils is ideal for use in technical drawing, sketching, and writing.
An eraser and spare lead are located under the Rotring Tikky Mechanical Pencil's chrome cap.

 

STAEDTLER Mars Micro Mechanical Pencil Set 3

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NOW $37.40

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Staedtler Mars Micro Mechanical Pencils are draughtsman quality for drawing or writing. This set contains 0.3, 0.5 and 0.7mm

  • Comfortable non-slip grip
  • Rigid cylindrical lead sleeve ideal for use with rulers templates
  • Cushioned tip for a high level of break resistance
  • Metal clip, pushbutton tip
  • Pocket-safe – retractable metal lead sleeve
  • PVC latex-free eraser and HB leads
 

Derwent Tinted Charcoal Pencils

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FROM $25.75

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Derwent Traditional Charcoal Pencils are mixed with a hint of pigment and the finest clays for easy blending. This combination of rich charcoal with gentle hints of colour offers drama and subtly in one tool.

Derwent Tinted Charcoal Pencils are water soluble, easy to blend and ideal for covering large areas smoothly and quickly.

FAQs about Drawing Pencils

- A sharpener.
- An eraser.
- A pencil case or box.
- A ruler.
- Plenty of spare paper

- Hold your pencil correctly, supported by the middle finger, and gripped between your thumb and first finger.
- Use light pressure. This will help to create fine lines.
- Keep the tip sharpened. A dull lead is more difficult to control.
- Be careful not to drop them as the core can be easily broken.

 

- They’re relatively easy to control.
- Come in a variety of colours.
- They’re affordable.
- Easily taken anywhere with you.
- Don't require batteries or electricity.

 

The main difference between them is the hardness of the lead. HB has a harder lead and is better for writing, while 2B has a softer lead and is better for drawing. 4B and 6B are the softest leads available and are best for artists who want to create deep, dark lines.

What are the main types of drawing pencils?

Dive into our selection, from graphite, pastel, charcoal or coloured wax- and -oil-based pigments — all offering different effects and all available at Discount Art N Craft Warehouse.

The humble graphite pencil is the most versatile and well-known option. Keep one nearby to take down measurements on the go or sketch a detailed illustration when inspiration strikes.

Coloured pencils and pastel pencils are popular with all ages. Both are ideal for beginners to experiment with blending and shading, as they are easy to control and make minimal mess.

Sketching pencils are the best drawing pencils for creating shapes, intricate lines and tracing. Keep the thin graphite core sharpened for ultimate fine-line precision. Take your sketching one step further with charcoal pencils to add depth to deep blacks and softness to light grey hues.

Our range of quality art supplies are affordable and accessible to professional artists and beginners. Discover a drawing pencil set for your skill level online today.