ARTISTRO Premium Watercolor Pencils - 24

I’ve used these in my sketchbook with a wet brush and the colors bloom beautifully, almost like liquid paint. The 3.5mm soft core means they sharpen without crumbling, which is huge for me.

The 3.5mm soft core lays down color so smoothly that blending with a wet brush feels almost effortless, and the pigment stays vibrant even after it dries. I’m still a beginner, but these 24 shades give me enough range to practice washes and fine details without feeling overwhelmed.

I've been using these daily for two weeks now and the 3.5mm soft leads hold their point far longer than my old set, so sharpening breaks are rare. The way the pigment dissolves on wet paper blends like a dream, even for a beginner like me.