Winsor & Newton Studio Collection Artist Pencils, Graphite Pencils, Set of 5

I did 6 tests. Colored pencils on 90 lb watercolor paper. 2: wet paper, than color, 3: dipped point in water. 4: shaved color on palette n mixed with water. 5: shaved 2 colors in palette n mixed with watercolor and lastly 6: wet the paint brush with little bit of water and touched the point of pencil. Can I tell you they were smooth on paper. Some colors were blotchy but most went on nicely. I don’t recommend dipping the pencil unless you absolutely need to have a vibrant color to the painting. It ruins the pencil. Let the pencil dry completely. I like the coloring or shaving into a palette. I used a rough nail file for shaving some color. Absolutely beautiful colors. I just ordered the 24 count. It was on sale so I couldn’t resist. Good choice and would recommend this product.

Windsor and Newton are a trusted brand of fine artists' materials for decades, although they are relatively new to the colored pencil market. So I had high expectations for these pencils. So far, they do not disappoint! At $28 for 48 pencils, this price is a STEAL. I'm guessing this is a promotion to introduce their brand to colorists and artists.They hold a point well, so they will feel a bit harder than Prismacolors, more like Polychromos. Very pleasant to work with. I included a coloring I did that was mostly done with them. The blue dress and the skin tones were done with other brands. (I was testing purchases)So far, I haven't experienced any crumbling or breaking leads.Hopefully they will expand their color range, although these do blend pretty well. But of course, we all want MOAR COLORS, lol. If they keep this price point, that would be even better!I'll update my review as I use them more if I develop any issues.

Received my pencils earlier than was supposed to. They came in a nice silver tin with 2 plastic trays. Had a hard time finding out answers about these pencils and finely the Company that makes them. Finely received answers. These pencils are wax based and they have been lightfast tested just hasn't got info together to show whether on pencils or site. The colors are brite but really limited except on greys. Not very many pastels either. Colors close to Arteza and Koor I noor. There is a crumbling problem, instead of large chunks coming out these just crumble and some all the way to the color caps, but is limited to certain colors. Other colors have had no breakage. Hope these colors can be replaced. Have let the company know and the company that sells them will let me know. Will update about after I get info These are not real soft or hard. They keep a point, even arrive with one. Color lays down smooth and rich in color. Layer pretty good and blend okay. It can be worked with. They are not as hard as the Artists by Derwent. I'd say Medium. Not as hard as Tombow pencils. There are colors I love. They have names no numbers and color caps not the same as leads though some come close. Would definately buy again if it had more colors. There is a small amount of dust and I mean small, haven't had any smudging. Replaced damaged pencils. Hope they will get their good reviews to continue making them then larger sets.

I have other water color pencils but I wanted to try these since I love Winsor and Newton watercolors and have used those for 30 years. Both Cotman and Artists paint. They are very nice! I wish they had lightfastness ratings but I understand those are coming. Meanwhile I have put them up in my window to test. See results below. They work beautifully if you do not mind this issue.and this is as compared to Caran d'Ache Museum Aquarelle and Albrecht Durer. The pencil is thinner to hold than either of those but feels like a quality product in the hand. They have a sheerness that mimics watercolor from a tube or pan (they are not exactly the same, which is impossible), while still having very good color payout. They melt very well on cold pressed water color paper and they flow.The price on Amazon is very good. Otherwise I only see them at MIchael's where they are a bit expensive even with coupon. I wish they were available open stock. I love the tin, but TBH I don't love the plastic insets which hold the pencil and are already looking fragile. But the pencils themselves seem strong.There is a good color selection in the 24 set. There is just one grey, but you can apply the black lightly for another.UPDATE: It's been one month since I bought them and started a lightfastness test in my not very sunny (winter) window. The pinks and the plum have noticeably faded. I will update in a month and say whether or not this gets worse. The other colors are fine so far though.2nd UPDATE: Most of the pinks, peaches and purples have vanished or changed so much they aren't recognizable. The red is fading. It is true that these colors are the least lightfast in most sets, but its not a plus for these pencils. My prismacolor watercolor pencils do much better in this regard (though they have sharpening problems).I'm taking off a star because of this. If you are going to display your art, don't use this brand but they will be a nice choice for coloring books or journalling.3rd UPDATE: this is the last report I will make on my window test, because my point is made, these are not lightfast. However, I did want to clarify something. Interestingly enough it's only when they are used as watercolors that the lightfastness is bad. Used a a dry pencil, only the purple changes color (to a blue).

These pencils are harder in texture than I expected. I was surprised at how beautifully the drawn lines blend to become a lovely transparent watercolor paint.

These pencils are good and work almost as nicely as my much more expensive Caron de Arche pencils which are slightly more intense and have more color options. I enjoy using these pencils and if more colors were available I would probably purchase them. They seem to be color fast and more info on color fastness will be coming from Winsor &Newton. They come in a very classy tin box.

Love the colours and the ease of blending these pencils dry or wet as a water colour.

They have a very soft texture and high pigmentation, however it is easy to achieve different degrees of intensity. the box is beautiful and made in metallic material. Highly recommended.

Great set that is the same brand sold in art stores, only it was cheaper here

Beware: The Bruynzeel Design colored pencil 48 set is an exact match as Winsor & Newton pencils. The colors, and size of the core and barrel are the same.

A marca nunca decepciona quando compro materuais artísticos.Veio muito bem embalado, o que foi muito bom.

These watercolours are well worth the money. They have the quality of Winsor Newton.

Non saranno quelli professionali, ma sono ottimi per iniziare. Inoltre li ho comprati in offerta, quindi sicuramente ne valeva la pena. E Winsor & Newton è sempre una garanzia