Drawing SuppliesDrawing supplies are important elements in producing archival quality drawings. The old masters up to 17th century have made their own papers to draw on, as well as other materials, and it shows in their works. But many of the great drawings were done on poor materials as well, such as the recycled newsprint, with ball-point pen, writing pencils,etc. Nevertheless it is always definitely a good idea to use an acid-free paper and other archival materials if you want your pencil or charcoal drawings to last without discoloring. Excellent quality charcoal sticks, both compressed and willow. This Austrian brand, Cretacolor charcoal pencils and charcoal sticks set in a tin container, is all you will need to do the highest quality of charcoal drawings. Also has a kneaded eraser inside. Strathmore Drawing Paper Pads Size 8 x 10 We recommend Strathmore Drawing Paper Pads Series 400...for their beautiful cream colored papers and versatility to endure all different drawing medias including pen and ink, crayon, and markers. The texture is smooth that enables you to create clean lines and shadings. Derwent 6 Charcoal Pencil Tin Set This product is a metal tin that contains five great charcoal pencils and a white pencil to draw the highlights. It also comes with a sharpener inside. Don't forget your Kneaded Eraser to go along with your drawing supplies! This is a kneaded eraser, also known as the gum eraser. They are essential for your drawing as it does not damage the surface of the paper as all other types of erasers would. You can sculpt these erasers in any forms, to a sharp point for details, etc. They are completely clean and will not create residues. The portable easels are ideal for sketching outdoors for those people who likes to draw landscapes and environments from life. The sturdy easel conveniently folds up into a box where it can also contain all your other drawing supplies as well. Easy to carry with the handles or shoulder straps. A must have for outdoorsy draughsmen.
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