Colored pencils Maped DEEPSEA PARADISE model 831704 – 18-piece set, triangular shaft, break-resistant soft core, colored barrel with jellyfish design

Maped DEEPSEA PARADISE colored pencils, 18-piece set, combine ergonomic design and durable cores for everyday drawing and coloring. Each pencil has a triangular shaft that encourages a stable grip and reduces hand fatigue. The soft, break-resistant core delivers smooth, even color laydown, while the barrel is painted to match the pencil stroke and decorated with jellyfish motifs for a consistent and attractive look.

Advantages

The triangular shaft supports a natural pencil hold, improving control for both children and adults. Cores are formulated to resist breaking under normal pressure, allowing for less frequent sharpening and longer uninterrupted use. Color-matched barrels make it easy to select the right shade at a glance, and the compact 18-color range covers primary and secondary hues suitable for many projects.

Suitable for

• Schoolwork and classroom drawing activities
• Home art projects and coloring books
• Sketching, shading, and basic illustration
• Ergonomic practice for young artists learning proper pencil grip

When it may not be suitable

These pencils are intended for general drawing and coloring rather than professional fine art applications where archival pigments or highly lightfast colors are required. Very heavy pressure or repeated impact on the leads can still cause breakage despite the reinforced formulation.

Key specifications

• Set size: 18 colored pencils
• Shaft shape: triangular for ergonomic grip
• Core type: soft, break-resistant colored core
• Barrel finish: color-matched to lead, decorative jellyfish motif
• Suitable for: dry coloring, sketching, shading

How to use

Hold the triangular shaft between thumb and forefinger for a controlled, comfortable grip. Use light, even pressure for smooth coverage and to reduce core wear. Sharpen with a quality pencil sharpener that accommodates standard pencil diameters to maintain an even point. For layering or blending, apply successive light strokes and blend gently with a paper stump or finger if desired.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended use: suitable for school, hobby, and casual art, not archival or professional pigment work
• Care: avoid dropping or subjecting pencils to heavy impact to reduce lead breakage
• Sharpening: use a sharpener compatible with colored pencils to avoid splintering cores

Usage recommendations

Store pencils in the original case or a protective pouch to prevent accidental breakage. When coloring large areas, work in layers with light pressure to achieve even coverage. For younger children, model correct grip and encourage regular sharpening to keep points precise and reduce pressure on the core.