Colored Pencil Derwent Chromaflow Dijon by Derwent

Derwent Chromaflow Dijon is a colored pencil from Derwent created for smooth, expressive colouring and reliable colour payoff. The pencil features a soft, richly pigmented core formulated to lay down even colour, blend easily and support multiple layers without excessive wax bloom. Its consistency is suited to sketching, illustration and mixed-media techniques where both coverage and fine detail are needed.

Advantages

The soft core produces intense, even pigment and allows seamless blending with other dry media. The pencil’s creamy texture reduces pencil pressure for longer drawing sessions and helps achieve smooth tonal transitions. Its strong colour saturation supports layering to deepen hues while maintaining precise edges for detail work.

Suitable for

• Sketching and quick studies
• Illustration and character design
• Layering and glazing techniques in coloured pencil work
• Mixed-media pieces combining pencil with ink or pastel

Key specifications

• Colour family: warm yellow-ochre (Dijon tone)
• Core type: soft, creamy pigment
• Finish: matte to satin when blended
• Application: dry media suitable for blending and layering
• Use: art and illustration-grade coloured pencil

How to use

Begin with light strokes to establish base tones and gradually increase pressure or add additional layers to build saturation. For smooth blends, layer neighbouring colours and use circular or back-and-forth motions; a colourless blender or a light touch with the same pencil can help soften edges. Use a sharp point for fine details and a slightly dulled tip for broader coverage. To combine with other media, apply the pencil over dry ink or pastel once the underlying layer is stable.

Usage recommendations

Store pencils horizontally to maintain even core stability. Use acid-free paper with medium to heavy weight for best layering and minimal bleed-through. When preserving finished work, apply a workable fixative tested on a sample to avoid altering the pencil’s colour or texture.