Colored Pencil Set Artequipment Derwent Graphitint mix collection — assortment of tinted graphite pencils

The Artequipment Derwent Graphitint mix collection is a set of tinted graphite pencils that combine a graphite core with a transparent, water-soluble dye. These pencils deliver the grain and tonal range of graphite while adding a soft, muted color wash when activated with water. The collection is intended for sketching, tonal studies and mixed-media projects where subtle color overlays and monochrome variations are required.

Advantages

Graphitint pencils retain the natural texture and shading possibilities of graphite while introducing delicate color tones that do not overpower the underlying drawing. The water-soluble dye enables light washes and blended color effects without changing the tactile feel of graphite layers. The pencils are suitable for controlled tonal work and for artists who want to add subtle color accents within a predominantly grey or neutral palette.

Suitable for

• Sketching and quick studies
• Tonal and value studies
• Mixed-media illustrations and layered work
• Urban sketching and travel notebooks
• Portrait underpainting with muted color accents

Key specifications

• Core type: Graphite with transparent water-soluble dye
• Finish: Matt graphite texture with soft color overlay when activated
• Solubility: Water-soluble for wash and blending effects
• Usable surfaces: Suitable for drawing paper, sketchbooks, and mixed-media papers
• Ideal techniques: Dry shading, wet washes, layering and blending

How to use

Use the pencils dry for traditional graphite shading and to exploit the natural grain of the core. For color washes, apply strokes and then activate the dye with a damp brush to blend and soften tones; the intensity of the wash depends on the amount of water and pencil pressure. Layers can be built by alternating dry strokes and light washes; allow layers to dry before adding further detail to avoid unwanted lifting. Use a kneaded eraser or fine sandpaper block for controlled removal or textural effects.

Usage recommendations

For best results, work on paper with moderate weight (above 160–200 g/m²) to prevent buckling when using wet techniques. Test washes on a scrap to determine the desired transparency and layering behavior before applying to final work.