Stabilo CarbOthello Chalk Pastel Pencil Set of 60

R2,699.00

  • Stabilo CarbOthello Chalk Pastel Pencils are chalk-pastel pencils known for their high pigmentation, excellent light-fastness, and versatility in creating artistic effects.
  • Stabilo CarbOthello Chalk Pastel Pencils are available in a range of 60 beautiful colour shades.
  • They can be dry-blended or smudged with either the fingertips or a blending stump to create a variety of artistic effects.
  • Due to their High pigmentation, dramatic results can be achieved when used on dark backgrounds and delicate papers, too.
  • The white pastel pencil is especially ideal to lighten or highlight areas or outlines.
  • Partially aquarellable, the pigments can also be worked brush and water – the contours will remain visible.
  • These premium chalk-pastels have high pigmentation with excellent light-fastness.
  • They have a wonderfully dry and dusty stroke, just like charcoal.
  • Their wooden shaft protects the lead from breaking.
  • For superior results the finished artwork can be treated with a fixative.
  • Lead diameter: 4.4 mm.
  • CarbOthello Chalk Pastel Pencils are available in the following set sizes: 12’s, 24’s, 36’s, 48’s and 60’s.

 

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Stabilo CarbOthello Chalk Pastel Pencils stand out for their rich pigmentation, exceptional light-fastness, and versatility in creating artistic effects. Offering a palette of 60 beautiful colour shades, these pencils enable artists to achieve various creative expressions. They can be dry-blended or smudged using fingertips or a blending stump, allowing for nuanced effects. Their high pigmentation ensures striking results, even on dark backgrounds and delicate papers. Particularly useful is the white pastel pencil for highlighting or lightening areas. These pencils are partially aquarellable, allowing artists to blend pigments with brush and water while retaining visible contours. With their premium quality, they deliver a dry and dusty stroke akin to charcoal, housed in a wooden shaft for lead protection. For durability, finished artwork can be treated with a fixative. With a lead diameter of 4.4 mm, they are available in set sizes ranging from 12 to 60 pencils.

Colours included in this set:
Titanium White (100); Ivory (105); Grey White (110); Neutral Yellow (205); Orange Yellow (210); Indian Yellow (215); Orange (221); Vermillion Red Tone (305); Carmine Red (310); Carmine Red Middle (311); Carmine Red Deep (325); Purple (330); Magenta (335); Violet Light (365); Violet Deep (385); Prussian Blue (390); Parisian Blue (400); Ultramarine (405); Cobalt Blue (425); Ultramarine Middle (430); Ultramarine Light (435); Sky Blue (440); Cyan Blue (450); Turquoise Blue (460); Green (530); Green Light (545); Leaf Green Pale (560); Leaf Green Middle (570); Leaf Green (575); Olive Green (585); Viridian Matt (590); Leaf Green Deep (595); Raw Umber (610); Dark Ochre (615); Burnt Ochre (620); Burnt Umber (625); Bister (635); Caput Mortuum Violet (640); Caput Mortuum Violet Light (642); Caput Mortuum Red (645); English Red Deep (655); Burnt Sienna (670); French Red Ochre (675); Dark Flesh Tint (680); Light Flesh Tint ( 681); Light Ochre (685); Golden Ochre (690); Golden Ochre Light (692); Naples Yellow (695); Warm Grey 1 (700); Warm Grey 3 (704); Warm grey 4 (706); Warm Grey 5 (708); Cold Grey 1 (720); Cold Grey 2 (722); Cold Grey 3 (724); Cold Grey 4 (726); Neutral Black (750); Lamp Black (760); Payne’s Grey (770)

 

CarbOthello Chalk Pastel Pencils FAQ’s
How do I effectively sharpen CarbOthello pastel pencils?
To sharpen these pastel pencils effectively, it is recommended to use a sharp blade and a short angle hand sharpener. Avoid dropping the pencils and store them in an elastic band pencil case for travel to prevent breakage. Using the included CarbOthello Sharpener and replacing it when resistance is felt during sharpening can help maintain the quality of the pencils.

What makes CarbOthello pastel pencils unique compared to other brands like Conte or Caran d’Ache?
CarbOthello pastel pencils are known for their superb quality, high pigmentation with excellent lightfastness, and being partially aquarellable. They offer a standard pencil width and come in a range of 60 beautiful colours that can be dry-blended or smudged for artistic effects.

What type of paper is best suited for using CarbOthello pastel pencils?
When using chalk-pastel pencils like CarbOthello, it is advantageous to use paper with a rough surface as the pigment particles adhere better to it. The soft lead of CarbOthello pastel pencils makes them ideal for sensitive drawing papers.

Can CarbOthello pastel pencils be used for sketching under oil paintings or for gallery work?
Yes, CarbOthello pastel pencils are fully watersoluble, making them suitable for sketching under oil paintings or for gallery work where wash techniques are desired. These pencils offer versatility and can be used to create detailed artwork with various effects.

Are there any specific tips for using CarbOthello pastel pencils effectively?
To maximize the performance of CarbOthello pastel pencils, it is recommended to avoid over-sharpening, use sandpaper to remove inclusions in the pencil, and ensure you have suitable paper for pastels. Additionally, utilizing accessories like the included sharpener, kneaded eraser, and paper stump can enhance your artistic results.

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