12 best colored pencils for artists

• Render vibrant results when used for drawing, design or sketching; Richly saturated pigmented colors with fantastic layering, shading and blending qualities; Wide color range; No duplicates
• Super soft 3.3mm thick centered wax core leads; Ultra-smooth even color laydown; Good to very good lightfast ratings ensures non-fading, permanent works of art; Great for adult coloring and illustrating projects
• Create landscapes, seascapes, portraitures; Encourage creativity in all artists
• High-quality hardwood to reduce breakage during use and sharpening; Double dipped lacquer, matte-finished round barrel, numbered and color-coded for ease of color selection
• Adults, kids, artists, beginners, professionals; Non-toxic; 90-day warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these wax based
Answer:	The opening is plenty wide to fit baking cups. What a great idea!
Question:	pencil sharpener included
Answer:	My best guess is it will hold up to 2 bags. I depends on how long the noodles are.If the following helps - I have only used mine to hold flour. It holds a 5 lb bag with substantial room left over. Good luck
Question:	do the colors blend with water and brush
Answer:	I use Dream Field's 13.5 oz spaghetti, and two + will fit.
Question:	Are these oiled based pencils
Answer:	I try to ship my merchandise out within 1 business day, no later than 2 business days after I receive order/payment. Not sure where you saw 3-5 weeks; perhaps you are seeing that it takes 3-5 days for you to receive it ? Not sure, just wondering.

• New and improved: Come with 72 artist quality and vibrant watercolor pencils with 2 x 50 page drawing pad (8.3"x11.7"). Each pencil is labeled & numbered for easy color identification, 72 shades give you limitless creative freedom.
• Vibrant color: Come with 72 different colored pencils and 2 x 50 page drawing pad. Your colored pencils have soft, break-resistant cores made from lightfast pigment that won't fade over time. 72 shades give you limitless creative freedom.
• Quality pencil in a sturdy metal case: Each adult coloring pencils is made of durable basswood with a strong core, neatly packaged in a stunning presentation tin box. The thick lead of our pre-sharpened art pencils allows for great blending, layering and shading with each other and other premiere brands.
• Luxurious 'soft series' for ultimate blending, shading and layering. These expert coloring pencils glide smoothly across your paper, blend beautifully & layer effortlessly.You'll be amazed by their rich, deep coverage.
• Our gorgeous colors and design tools are neatly organized and arranged in a tin box so you can create art wherever you go.

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these tested fir lightfast
Answer:	No; the ends are colored in the same shade as the lead; however, I found these in exact. I ended up giving these pencils to my grandkids and spent the extra money for a set of Prismacolors. I have seen reviews for other, more economical sets on some of the sites for coloring book fans, though. You might want to do a bit of research before you buy.
Question:	Do they blend nicely
Answer:	Hello, Dear friend Thank you for your question. The size of the sketch book is 8.3x 11.7 (A4). One set includes 2 x 50 Page Drawing Pads and 72 colored pencils in a tin box.
Question:	Are they labeled by color
Answer:	No they’re opaque but if colored with lightly you can get some translucent effect as you build up layers. These are very nice pencils to work with.
Question:	What is the size of the sketch book
Answer:	Goldfaber Pencils have good lightfastness. These pencils use many of the same pigments found in Polychromos and AD pencils, however the binders, waxes and lead diameters are different. Goldfaber is available in 48 colors; Polychromos is available in 120 individually lightfast rated colors.

• WHAT YOU GET -- 72 colored pencils + 1 Soucolor pencil eco-friendly tube. Convenient to storing and keep the color all visible, without any trouble finding the color you are looking for.
• PREMIUM PENCILS-- 72-color art colored pencils have soft leads, easy to sharpen, they won't breaking, cracking or crumbling.
• MULTIPLE COLOR -- 72 individual colors, rich colors provide smooth coloring, easy blending and shading, colorful illustrations Perfect for drawing, sketching, adult coloring book.
• SAFE To USE -- Odorless Materials. With safety certificate EN71. Note: Choking Hazard: Small parts, not suitable for under 3 years of age.

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these artist grade and lightfast
Answer:	I like these colored pencils. I don't have any problems blending or using them with other pencils. I love that there is a wide range of greens! The different papers to color will determine if you like them or not. The "toothier" the paper, the better they blend. But printer paper, glossy paper are not the best papers to use with these. I also use Prisma and they don't work that well with glossy paper either. I guess it depends on what you personally like. I'm buying another set because I've used several right down to little nubs. Hope this helps.
Question:	Will these work to touch up scratchs on posters
Answer:	Dear customer, They are the wax base pencils.Thanks for your concern about our product.
Question:	Hi can you get a set of 72 of these for an honest opinion? I color a lot and I would love to try these out
Answer:	Hi! I honestly don't know. I ordered 2 sets of chargers & both sets was the wrong ones.
Question:	Are they oil base or wax base
Answer:	This means the battery charge is too low for the charger to even register. Time to replace the batteries.

• New and improved artist quality colored pencils: Why pay a fortune for premium art pencils? This New and Improved artist quality colored pencil set gives you the same professional quality you'd get with far costlier brands, high pigment content and value for money.Try it & see! (Each pencil is labeled & numbered for easy color identification)
• Vibrant color: Come with 120 different colored pencils and 2 x 50 page drawing pad. Your colored pencils have soft, break-resistant cores made from lightfast pigment that won't fade over time.120 shades give you limitless creative freedom.
• Quality pencil in a sturdy metal case: Each adult coloring pencils is made of durable basswood with a strong core, neatly packaged in a stunning presentation tin box. The thick lead of our pre-sharpened art pencils allows for great blending, layering and shading with each other and other premiere brands.
• Luxurious 'soft series' for ultimate blending, shading and layering. These expert coloring pencils glide smoothly across your paper, blend beautifully & layer effortlessly.You'll be amazed by their rich, deep coverage.
• Our gorgeous colors and design tools are neatly organized and arranged in a tin box so you can create art wherever you go.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the white show up if you use it over another color
Answer:	I am not 100% sure, but I assume they would.
Question:	Where do I write my review
Answer:	There isn't any size description on the interior or exterior of the pads but they are about 8.25" x 11.25".
Question:	Do these work well with wood burning projects
Answer:	Yes they do. They are fairly soft and well pigmented.
Question:	What size are the scetch pads that come with it
Answer:	Pricing is considerably better on the Arteza website. Free shipping is included. It’s what they are made with and how they are made that determines the quality. These are absolutely wonderful pencils with thick , highly pigmented cores. They sharpen well and hold a point. I have not experienced any breakage issues . The 120 set is my second purchase from Arteza. I purchased the 72 set and knew I had to have the 120 set. No regrets.

• “AN ABSOLUTE JOY TO USE” this selection of 120 premium coloured vibrant pencils have fast become the ‘pencil of choice’ for thousands of artists and colourists who “love these” pencils and use them to create beautiful artwork in this popular, easy-to-use medium. The rich, velvety leads are highly pigmented and lay down lots of vivid colour with minimal effort, making these popular pencils an absolute must.
• BLENDING AND LAYERING QUALITIES artists can truly rely on! We know you need coloured pencils that allow you to add depth through layering, create beautiful blended effects such as gradients or to achieve the perfect shade. The creamy consistency of our coloured cores is such that you can achieve both with very little effort, making them easy to work with and creating results you will be proud and excited to share.
• NAMED, NUMBERED & COLOUR CODED in ZIP UP NYLON CASE for instant recognition and easy organisation. Enjoy how easy it is to flip between layers to select the perfect shade whilst keeping your coloured pencils safe and secure! The convenient colouring travel companion for ‘art on the go’…anytime, anywhere!
• GUARD AGAINST FRUSTRATING BREAKAGES with our top-quality, centred cores encased in strong reliable wood (premium Basswood), perfectly finished to ensure a comfortable colouring experience and ease of sharpening. With a silky-smooth ‘soft touch’ coating, you won’t tire of working with these pencils, meaning more time to enjoy colouring and creating with them.
• BUY TODAY - WORRY & HASSLE FREE! Creating beautiful art should be easy and fun. Use our step-by-step tutorial (included) to recreate the stunning Galleon Ship on the front of your set. If for any reason you aren’t completely satisfied with your Castle Arts purchase, we offer our customers complete piece of mind through our unique *Money Back Plus Guarantee* which means that if you are not entirely happy with your product, we will refund you ‘plus’ you keep the pencils.

User questions & answers

Question:	Portfolio binders
Answer:	They go by number and they are already placed in the case in proper sequence.
Question:	are these pencils the same as the 120 set that comes in the tin
Answer:	The pencils are much less expensive and maybe just a tad bit better in some ways. Castle pencils keep the points better thus they are not as soft or buttery but still lay down beautifully. With the 120 set of Castle, I had one pencil come with a broken tip (002) and one core broke when I sharpened it. Castle pencils blend beautifully with the blender pen and the Prismacolor blender pencil. The other nice thing about Castle is their guarantee if you are not happy with your pencil set. Let them know and they will refund and let you keep the pencils. This guarantee was instrumental in my purchasing Castle. I, also, own the 150 set of Prismacolor colored pencils and love them except they break often when I sharpen them so I often use the sand paper board to get a nice point and to save the length of my pencil. When I get a nice sharp point on the Prisma, the very tip will crumble but this doesn't happen with the Castle so far. The Castle core seems to be a bit harder. There are advantage to both but the Castle price is much better.
Question:	Does the case say which pencils go where
Answer:	They have a waxy lead. These are the best pencils. I have 4 other sets and I always come back to these. Well worth the money.
Question:	How do these compare with Prismacolor pencils
Answer:	Yes they do have flesh tone colors

• 120 UNIQUE & NUMBERED COLORED PENCILS - Set of Coloring Pencils with wide range of rich, vivid and pigmented color pencils : enrich your adult coloring books with gorgeous shades and hues
• PRECISION LEAD & SMOOTH APPLICATION - The 3.3 mm thick lead of our oil-based, pre-sharpened art pencils allows for great blending, layering and shading with each other and other premiere brands
• QUALITY PENCIL IN A STURDY METAL CASE - Each adult coloring pencils is made of durable basswood with a strong core, has number & name identification, and is protected by a robust, portable tin box
• NON TOXIC, VERSATILE DRAWING PENCILS - Our high quality and non-toxic (ASTM certified) sketch pencils lets you free your imagination in coloring books for adults relaxation or kids coloring books, drawing or sketching, whether you are professional or just starting out
• ZENACOLOR 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - In our young family-run business, we develop the best arts and crafts products to help you get in touch with your artistic soul and your satisfaction is at the core of our mission : that’s why we offer you a risk-free “100% Satisfied or your money back” warranty for 30 days

User questions & answers

Question:	What color is good for gingerbreads and other similar pastries
Answer:	Almost as good--i rate them a 9, as Prismacolor is a 10. These are nice pencils, colors are not too close to one another as some sets I have purchased. These are definitely keepers.
Question:	Are these wax or oil base
Answer:	Close, yes
Question:	Are the names on the pencils or just on the paper
Answer:	Smooth
Question:	Would you say these are as good as Prismacolors
Answer:	A lot!

Product description

Size:72 Colors

Challenging the big brands with our ‘Double the colors – Half the price’ presentation set!

STAR-JOY Art Supplies have built a great reputation for their high quality, value for money art products and are very excited to launch their ‘new and improved’ colored pencils set featuring double the range of colors of their original ‘5 Star Rated’ sets. These coloring pencils have professional grade quality and versatility that allows for creating a range of bold, vibrant, subtle and exciting effects.

Package Contains:

-72 Colored Pencils (Oil Based)

-Pure Handmade woven Canvas Pencil Wrap (New Design:Happiness Tree)

-Premium artist pencil sharpener

-Colored pencil special eraser

-Pencil Extender

Note: Just the accessories in this set alone have well over a 20 dollar real value, but they're included at no extra cost when you order your STAR-JOY colored pencils set today. 

Premium Quality Lead

0.13 Inches Soft Core Gives You a Seamless and Uninterrupted Drawing Experience.

Note: High quality lead core is easy to break in soft core base. Please use slight uniform force when sharpening lead core with pencil sharpener.

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If You Have Any Problems, Please Contact Us. We Will Help You As Soon As Possible.

We’ve enjoyed growing a loyal customer base and look forward to welcoming you to our Brand.

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• ★【ADDITIONAL PREMIUM ACCESSORIES】:  A pure handmade woven canvas pencil wrap (New Design) could storeand well protect your 72 colored pencils, A premium artist color pencil sharpener (color will be Blue, Red, Black in random) and a coloring pencils special eraser, A pencil extender (color will be Light blue, Silvery, Rose in random).
• ★【PREMIUM QUALITY】: STAR-JOY colored pencils set comes with 72 different colors that are vibrant for your drawing pad or coloring books. All 72 colored pencils are uniquely designed and manufactured for art enthusiasts, as well as aspiring and professional artists. Each coloring pencil comes pre-sharpened and color marking for easy identification.
• ★【PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFTS】: Your children and friends will love this coloring pencils set, because this is your hope for them to be artists. Whether coloring their favorite secret garden coloring books or simply drawing on their sketch pad, premier colored pencils will always be a best gift for Christmas, New Year, Birthday, and our 72 colored pencils will always have the WOW factor.
• ★【SAFE ANDNONTOXIC】: [CE Authenticated] Beautifully crafted with recycled wood, which is environmentally friendly and non- toxic. Canvas pencil wrap case offering the maximum protection and organization for your art colored pencils and accessories, giving you the freedom to take them & use them anywhere! Note:  Not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
• ★【SATISFACTION GUARANTEE】: Coloring pencil set of a resourceful range of 72 colors guaranteed to eliminate drawing restrictions while enhancing your creativity with maximum satisfaction! We're so confident that you'll love the colored pencil set that we're giving you a life time guarantee. Get yours NOW!

User questions & answers

Question:	Why do these pencils only have numbers in place of putting/naming the actual color?? I don't see well and trying to distinguish colors is difficult
Answer:	The set does come with a white pencil.
Question:	How many greens does this set have? I never have enough shades of greens
Answer:	No, these aren’t the Deli pencils that are so distinguishable by their closed painted end cap. These pencils are open on one end and presharpened on the other.
Question:	What is the white pencil that they highlight with and does this set come with it
Answer:	Filexec Products Art Presentation Book, 9"x12", 24Page/48 Views (93130) here's one example, and you can get them in different sizes... :)
Question:	Are these the deli colored pencils that come in the wrap for a cheaper price? or are the pencils different than deli pencils
Answer:	Yes the exact same! I bought a case because the trays in the tin are a tad flimsy

Product description

Soucolor 180-Color Colored Pencils, Soft Core, Art Coloring Drawing Pencils for Adult Coloring Book, Sketch,Crafting

• WHAT YOU GET -- 180 Vibrant Colors Numbered colored pencils + 1 Gift Metal Tin Box. Convenient to storing and keeping the color all visible, without any trouble finding the colors. Great color pencils gift ideas for artist, beginners, kids, girls.
• PREMIUM COLORED PENCILS-- 180-color professional art coloring pencils have soft leads, easy to sharpen, they won't breaking, cracking or crumbling.
• MULTIPLE COLORS -- 180 Numbered individual vibrant colors, rich colors provide smooth coloring, easy blending and shading, colorful illustrations Perfect for drawing, sketching, adult coloring books.
• METAL TIN BOX, SAFE To USE -- Odorless Materials. With safety certificate. Note: Choking Hazard: Small parts, not suitable for children under 3 years of age

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this non toxic
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Does the colors include metallic and neon colors
Answer:	No not that I have found.
Question:	Does it come with diy color card
Answer:	Yes it comes with blank swatch chart
Question:	Does this have the same color pencils as the
Answer:	I would assume so, that’s normally how sets work.

• OIL COLORED PENCILS: High quality oil pencils with rich pigment for vibrant long lasting drawings
• SMOOTH LAYERING: Soft, thick cores make great art pencils for drawing shading and coloring. Great color pencil set for adult coloring books
• SMOOTH COLOR LAYDOWN: Professional colored pencils for artists and illustration. More affordable than the big brands with the same high quality as faber castell polychromos caran d'ache luminance prismacolor premier and derwent inktense
• 48 COLORS: vibrant colors for a wide range of colors including a white pencil and skin tone pencils for coloring pencils sketching pencils and illustration. Great color pencils selection
• LIGHTFAST: High lightfast pencils level on most colors. Thick, robust leads resist cracking and chipping

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you erase w/ these colored pencils
Answer:	I called the company and they said it is made in Taiwan. Not China.
Question:	could I use these pencils to tint black and white photography
Answer:	Indeed it will! It will hold up to 16-oz. (1 lb.) of whole bean or ground coffee or 500 grams (1.85 L.) of tea.
Question:	Are these pencils waxy like crayola and shuttle art pencils. I have those and hate them. Hope these are different
Answer:	It is easy to open/close. It does not require strength. Closing is more like a push-down while holding a button on the side.I use one hand to hold the canister and the other to open the lid. However, you could use your arm to hold the canister if need be.It is a great purchase.
Question:	I purchased these pencils 2 weeks ago and I love them, I have put my prismacolors to the side. My question is there a larger set
Answer:	Yes, very air tight and stinky food smells do not come out at all. I was so amazed as I really thought people were exaggerating. I have used it for dried fish... Yes fish and you know how toxic that is and not a peep of smell comes out the second you put the cap on. When you put the cap on you can hear the seal sucking out the air. Works for years. I open and close mine multiple times a week since 2014 and still works perfectly. I got the pound size. Buying a smaller one today will review how good the seal is on 2016 product when I get it.

Product features

Beautiful vibrant colors

Blends beautifully with other media

Great both for realistic drawing and manga drawing

Built strong

• “AN ABSOLUTE JOY TO USE” this selection of 72 premium colored pencils have fast become the ‘pencil set of choice’ for thousands of aspiring artists and colorists who dream of creating beautiful artwork in this popular medium. The rich, velvety leads are highly pigmented, and lay down lots of vivid color with minimal effort, making these easy-to-use pencils an absolute must!
• BLENDING AND LAYERING QUALITIES artists can truly rely on! We know you need colored pencils that allow you to add depth through layering, or create beautiful blended effects such as gradients or unique shades. The consistency of our colored cores is such that you can achieve both with very little effort, making them a pleasure to work with, creating results you will be proud of.
• NAMED, NUMBERED & COLOR CODED in PRESENTATION TIN BOX for instant recognition and easy organisation. Arranged over three layers in color families, this range of “brilliant” shades and hues “that just pop from the page” are sure to inspire your best work yet.
• GUARD AGAINST FRUSTRATING BREAKAGES with our top-quality, centred cores encased in strong reliable wood (premium Basswood), perfectly finished to ensure a comfortable coloring experience. With a silky-smooth coating, you won’t tire of working with them.
• BUY TODAY - WORRY & HASSLE FREE! Creating beautiful art should be easy and fun. Use our step-by-step tutorial (included) to recreate the remarkable Unicorn on the front of your set. If for any reason you aren’t completely satisfied with your Castle Arts purchase, we offer our customers complete piece of mind through our unique Money Back Guarantee Plus which means that if you are not entirely happy with your pencils, we will refund you and you keep the pencils.

User questions & answers

Question:	is the color name printed on pencil
Answer:	I just recently purchased my second set of these, and the new set has numbers printed on the pencils.
Question:	Are they oil based or wax based? And are they as good quality as prismacolors
Answer:	According to the seller, they are wax based. I found out they are very pigmentated and the colors are as “deep” as the Prismacolor ones, but they are not as soft as the Prismas (which to me is a great thing, I don’t like too soft pencils). I righly recommended the Castle set, the pencils are awesome!
Question:	do these pencils have toxic lead in them
Answer:	I don't really have an answer, this is something better answered by the manufacturer. However being the suspicious type person that I am, I don't put the points in my mouth. I assume you are inquiring for a younger user, or maybe small kids at home. There are many different minerals that are crushed to make pigment as well as some plant products. As a general rule of thumb, I don't recommend ingesting any art supply product. I don't have a good answer regarding the toxicity issue.
Question:	Do these pencils lay as smooth as prismacolor? And how vibrant compared to prismacolor? Are they great on toned or black paper
Answer:	These pencils are great product for the money. They lay down as smooth as the prismacolor, vibrant colors. I'm very happy with him.

Product features

72 Beautiful Colors to Start Your Creative Quest

Get those beautiful color pictures in your head on paper with this complete set that's perfect for those exploring pencil art who want to step it up a notch.

Smooth Velvety Leads Full of Vibrant Pigment

These buttery smooth leads and silky soft-touch pencil barrel make coloring a real pleasure.

Blending, Layering and Shading Made Easy!

With the just the right mix of pigment and wax, these pencils are a dream to layer and blend, allowing you to create endless custom colors and effects.

Named, Numbered and Color Coded in a Beautiful Box

Find your favorite colors easily! Each pencils is named, numbered and matches the included printed color chart. Can you draw the unicorn on the beautiful tin box?

• "Artist Grade" Colored Pencils:They contain a higher proportion of pigment, which yields richer, bolder colors.Artist grade pencils are also more lightfast, and softer, which makes them easier to use and blend. They will also boast a wider color range
• SAFE & NON TOXIC: ASTM-D4236 certified for non-toxicity. Free from most common allergens. Does not contain Latex, Dairy & Casein, Egg, Gluten, Peanut & Tree Nut or Soy
• Package:Superior high level metal box packing with trays inside provides good space for storing and color selection
• Gift:High quality and easy taking packaging is a ideal gift for friends and children in holidays like Thanks giving and Christmas
• What You Get: 72 Premium colored pencil set, worry-free 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service

Product features

Subtle expressions of colors

• The smooth glide, the excellent color payoff, and the subtle expression of delicate gradations of as many as 500 colors are all a product of uniquely RAAM REFINED skills and sensibilities.

• These extra thick colored pencils have a 3.5 mm core that allows for broad strokes. Their waxy formulation makes them perfect for blending and layers and as they're designed for all skill levels, beginners and professionals will enjoy their rich pigmentation.

How can you tell the quality of colored pencils?

• One of the most crucial aspects is, of course, the color. Professional or Artist grade supplies are generally higher quality than materials labeled as Student. In terms of colored pencils, this means they’ll deliver richer hues that are more vibrant once you put them to paper. Avoid dull or pale tones, as they’re lower quality with less pigment in the lead.

• Another important characteristic is how well the pencil glides over the paper. The best colored pencils will seem to effortlessly move as you drag them across a surface. This is thanks to their ingredients. If you’re looking for the top-of-the-line pencils, go for something that’s oil-based as opposed to wax-based. Hard wax, especially, can be brittle, which makes it harder to blend colors.

High-quality pencil

• The generous roundform that is easy to hold and draw with, the 3.5 mmthick lead that glides smoothly, and the beautifulfoil-stamped body represent>

• Artist grade colored pencils offer both high quality pigment and a high concentration of it, resulting in rich, vibrant color; better blending ability than student grade; and smoother application onto paper. They're also made with lightfastness in mind and retain their color better over time.

Features:

• Grade :Artist (or Professional) Grade
• Lightfast:resists fading when exposed to light
• Permanent:waterproof, doesn’t require a fixative
• Water-soluble:not allows pigment to dissolve when in contact with water
• RAAM REFINED colored pencils contain less binder and filler, and more pigment, resulting in bolder, more vibrant colors