Derwent Watercolour Pencils can be used wet or dry, are easy to blend and layer, and retain their vibrant, intense pigments however they are used, creating a wide variety of different effects. This good quality range of watercolour pencils features soft, easily blendable colours which allow for a surprising levels of depth in your illustrations. They can be used with or without water. For more vivid - and permanent - colours, you might like to try Derwent's incredible Inktense pencil range. Experience the control of a pencil and the beauty of watercolour. Mix with water to create interesting colour flows and stunning watercolour effects. The slim colour strip is particularly suited for detailed illustrations, technical drawings and commercial work. Water-soluble colour can be used to create washes or smooth gradient blends. The hexagonal barrel makes the pencil easy to grip. Colours are blendable when dry, akin to traditional coloured pencils. Available in a full range of 72 colours.