Derwent Charcoal Pencils

The freedom of charcoal with the control of a pencil

Charcoal is carbonised wood and is one of the oldest and most traditional of drawing tools. Derwent offers three different charcoal mediums so whatever your drawing style there will be a product for your suit. Charcoal is also naturally water-soluble so it allows you to create interesting line and wash effects.

If you are looking for the traditional effect of charcoal with a little more control and a little less mess, then choose a Charcoal Pencil. Charcoal particles are mixed with the finest clays and encased in wood to produce a rich, smoothly textured pencil with all the beauty and character of traditional charcoal in a convenient, easy use form.