Derwent Compressed Charcoal

Charcoal as nature intended!

One of the oldest and most traditional drawing tools, charcoal is basically carbonized wood – so for a truly authentic result, why not use charcoal as nature intended. Compressed Charcoal is a solid stick of pure, reformed wood charcoal. It produces deep, dense tones with a completely different texture to graphite. Available in three versatile grades, light, medium and dark, Compressed Charcoal is naturally water-soluble allowing you to create interesting line and wash effects. These chunky smooth 8mm square compressed charcoal sticks are 75mm long and are available in 3 grades light, medium and dark. They are ideal for producing broad strokes when used on their flat side or end or fine lines when used on their edge.