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The Faber-Castell PITT Compressed Charcoal Pencils are designed for professional artists and students who require high-quality tools for sketching, shading, and building texture in their artwork. By combining natural charcoal, soot, and clay into an oil- and wax-free formula, these pencils provide an intensive, deep black finish that is easily smudged, rubbed, and erased. While they offer exceptional control and layering capabilities, users should be prepared for the characteristic dust inherent to charcoal media, requiring a fixative to preserve finished drawings.
| Model Part Number | FC119999 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Faber-Castell |
No, the PITT compressed charcoal pencils are completely oil- and wax-free.
Yes, the hard grade pencil can be sharpened to a finer point, making it suitable for detailed sketching.
The soft pencil leaves a darker, broader mark and is easier to smudge, while the hard pencil provides a lighter, more precise line that holds its shape longer.
A standard sharpener works, but be gentle; many artists prefer using a craft knife to sharpen charcoal pencils to avoid snapping the core.
Charcoal is a dry medium and remains removable. We recommend using a spray fixative to protect your finished work from smudging.
Textured papers or drawing papers with a 'tooth' work best, as they provide the surface area needed for the charcoal to adhere.
Use a sharp blade or a dedicated charcoal sharpener; avoid over-sharpening the pencil to a needle-point, as the compressed charcoal is naturally brittle.
Use a scrap piece of paper under your hand while drawing to avoid transferring charcoal oils or smudging finished sections.
Use a kneadable eraser to lift charcoal gently; avoid heavy pressure which may press the charcoal further into the paper fibers.
For the best results, use these charcoal pencils on textured paper or charcoal-specific sketch pads, as the tooth of the paper helps grab the compressed charcoal particles. Avoid using standard printer paper, which is often too smooth. To keep your work in peak condition, always keep a pencil sharpener designed for soft lead or a utility knife nearby for careful sharpening. Because the charcoal remains loose on the page, apply a high-quality artist's fixative spray in a well-ventilated area once your drawing is complete to prevent smudging. When storing the pencils, keep them in a cool, dry place to maintain the integrity of the charcoal core.
