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Conté À Paris Pastel Pencil Umber 32 5mm Lead For Fine Detail Drawing

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Description

The exceptional 5mm diameter of the Cont\u00E9 \u00E0 Paris pastel pencil lead gives genuine freedom of creation and has an unrivalled feel. The pastel is a perfect pencil companion to soft pastel because it's lead is slightly harder with less pigment. It is preferable to Cont\u00E9 soft pastels and...

Highlights

  • Pencil diameter 8.5 mm
  • Lead diameter 5 mm
  • Slightly harder density than soft pastel range
  • Exceptional brightness
  • Available in 48 colours
  • Ideal for detailed drawing

Key specifications

Lead diameter
5 mm
Colours available
48
Density relative to soft pastel range
Slightly harder
Brightness
Exceptional
Suitability
Great for detailed work

Pros

  • Harder core gives good control for fine lines
  • Exceptional brightness keeps colours vivid
  • Wide range of 48 colours to choose from
  • 5 mm lead provides a sturdy tip for detail

Cons

  • Harder density means less soft blending compared to softer pastels
  • 8.5 mm pencil diameter may feel bulkier than slimmer pastel pencils

Frequently asked questions

What is the lead size of this pastel pencil?

The lead diameter is 5 mm.

How hard is the pastel core compared to other ContéÀParis pastels?

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Is this pencil suitable for detailed work?

Yes, the harder density makes it great for detailed drawing.

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