6 Highly Rated Pencils for Every Artist
There are many different types of coloring pencils on the market, and the best one for you will depend on your personal preferences. Here are 6 of the most popular brands:
Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor: A professional-grade oil-based pencil that offers great control and rich color laydown.
Prismacolor Premier: Known for a soft, creamy texture that makes blending and layering a dream.
Faber-Castell Polychromos: Oil-based and highly lightfast. Their harder lead is perfect for fine details and doesn’t break easily.
Caran d’Ache Luminance: Often considered the “Rolls Royce” of pencils. They are incredibly lightfast with a smooth, waxy finish.
Staedtler Ergosoft: The triangular shape is a lifesaver if you find your hand cramping during long coloring sessions.
Derwent Coloursoft: As the name suggests, these have a velvety feel—great for bold, vibrant blocks of color.
Flow Says…
“Before you drop a paycheck on a 120-set of professional pencils, grab a smaller, cheaper set first! Make sure you love the feeling of the pencil on paper before you go ‘pro.’ The best pencil is the one you actually use!”