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Pencils

Pencils

Pencils

Keep your workspace stocked with premium pencils. These drawing and sketching essentials are equally at home in the classroom, the art studio or the office. From drawing pencils to colouring pencils, whether you're writing notes or solving equations, the variety of pencils available and their potential uses are infinite. Best of all, they’re long-lasting and always dependable, even if you need to erase your mistakes. All of our pencils feature break-resistant cores and durable wood cases that can be easily sharpened to a perfect point every time. Get the pencils you need for your creations today!

 

What are the best pencils to sketch with? The best pencil to sketch with often depends on the artist's personal touch and preference. If you want to use a graphite pencil, consider an HB pencil for its medium hardness and ability to have marks easily cleaned. Mechanical pencils are also a good alternative if you like a more crisp look to your sketches.

 

Why are pencils yellow? Pencils have been painted yellow ever since the 1890s. At this point in time, the best graphite in the world came from China, where the colour yellow was associated with royalty and respect. However, according to Henry Petroski’s history of the pencil, the European producer Koh-I-Noor was the first to introduce a yellow pencil.

 

Are pencils permanent? No, the vast majority of standard pencils are not permanent if you're writing or drawing on paper. The graphite can typically be removed using a rubber pencil eraser. 

 

Thanks to the different types and grades available today, pencils remain an incredibly versatile implement for writing and drawing. Whether it’s an art pencil for sketching, a mechanical pencil for note-taking or a watercolour pencil for painting, you won’t struggle to find an option that meets your needs. Pencils are some of the most essential tools that every artist needs. Here at Arteza, we make sure you can find all the art supplies you need to create something amazing. Grab some pencils today and get started on your next amazing creation.