STAEDTLER karat® aquarell 125 watercolour pencils (24 pcs)

With STAEDTLER karat® aquarell you get high-quality watercolour pencils that make it easy to switch between classic colouring and watercolour effects. The pencils have a comfortable hexagonal shape that sits well in the hand, whether you are sketching quickly or working on fine details. The specially soft lead has a high pigment content, allowing you to achieve clear, vibrant colours – both dry on paper and activated with water. The set comes in a practical metal tin with 24 assorted colours, ideal to pop in your bag and take with you.

Use
Use the pencils dry for crisp lines, layering, colouring and shading – or add water with a brush to create soft transitions and classic watercolour washes. They are great for illustration, lettering, cards and creative hobby projects where you want to combine control with a more painterly look. The colours can be mixed, so you can build shades and create a wide range of tones. This set suits beginners who want to try watercolour techniques in a simple way, as well as more experienced artists who want flexibility in their work.

Product benefits

• Dry or wet technique: Gives you the freedom to work like with ordinary coloured pencils, and still create watercolour effects with water and a brush whenever you want to soften or dissolve the colour.
• Soft, pigment-rich lead: The high pigmentation makes it easier to achieve strong colours and beautiful shading, while the soft lead provides smooth colour laydown for both sketching and larger areas.
• Good colour blending: The colours blend well, letting you create many nuances by combining and building layers in your artwork.

Tips for use
Start by drawing outlines and shadows dry, then gently go over them with a lightly damp brush to “pull” the colour into soft transitions. Begin with a little water at a time to keep control over intensity and details. If you want more shades, layer colours dry and then blend with water. Store the pencils in the metal tin to keep them together and protected when you are on the go.

Why choose these watercolour pencils?
STAEDTLER karat® aquarell is a versatile choice when you want both the precision of a coloured pencil and the light, lively look of watercolour in one set. You get 24 assorted colours in a sturdy metal tin and wood from certified, sustainably managed forests. Perfect for creative projects where you want to change techniques as you work and handle colour flexibly.

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