Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Watersoluble Crayons, 10-Color Set, Special Edition Portrait Colors

Since 1975, Neocolor™ II Aquarelle has established itself as a staple of Fine Arts, thanks to its versality and the intensity of its pigments. It originated from a specific request: in the early 1950s Caran d’Ache launched Neocolor™ I, a permanent wax pastel favoured by educators and artists such as Picasso and Mirò. Its vibrant colours and quality are unmatched, but it has one drawback: it adheres so well that it leaves a permanent mark on tables. In response, Caran d’Ache created a water soluble version, and thus Neocolor™ II Aquarelle was born. For its 50th anniversary, Caran d’Ache celebrates this legacy with a Special Edition and a Limited Edition. Fifteen new colours enrich five thematic palettes: Pop, Lush, Portrait, Pastel and Dark. Each box of 10 colours includes three new shades for bold explorations. The Maison Caran d’Ache goes all out with a Limited Edition wooden box that holds 50 shades, including the 15 new ones. A truly exceptional gift or a centrepiece for any artist’s studio.

For everyone to use - children, students, artists, art lovers or the curious. Whatever your generation or artistic experience, all you need is the desire to create Applications : Various techniques possible - use to draw wet or dry, rainbow techniques, stenciling, steel engraving, impregnation, watercolour, colour blocks, wash drawings and washes. Technical description : Water-soluble wax oil pastel, Soft, velvety texture, does not crumble, Ultra-high pigment concentration, superior covering power, luminous colours, excellent light resistance. ASTM D4236 compliant Techniques : Wet or dry drawing on various materials, watercolour, wash drawing, etching or for applying to light panels.

A set of 10 earthy tones emphasizing natural and realistic skin tones: 001 White, 051 Salmon, 589 Crimson Alizarin, 065 Russet, 069 Burnt Sienna, 045 Vandycke Brown, 099 Aubergine, and 3 exclusive colours: 812 Light Peony Yellow, 531 Conch pearl, and 593 Light wine lees.