Derwent Blog – Blogs from the world of Derwent Pencils

Derwent Art Prize: Exploring Drawing

‘Until we can insert a USB into our ear and download our thoughts, drawing remains the best way of getting[…]

We asked some artists to share with us their incredible and inspirational stories to understand how art can help with[…]

We asked some artists to share with us their incredible and inspirational stories to understand how art can help with[…]

MATERIALS Derwent 72 Pastel Pencils Wooden Box Gray toned paper Cotton swabs Sandpaper Scrap sheets of paper (to avoid smudging[…]

We all know that Derwent Inktense media has ink-like properties, making it different to traditional watercolour. That’s one of the[…]

Lee’s drawings and paintings depict scenes of abandonment, seclusion and dereliction. They aren’t frightening, but they do flirt and play[…]

For this project, you will need: Tin of 24 Inktense Blocks Tin of 24 Inktense Pencils A graphic pencils A[…]

After appearing on ITV this week, the Derwent team are on the road again, heading away from our Cumbrian base[…]

Have you ever been using your favourite Inktense, Coloursoft or Procolour pencils in the studio and wondered how they get[…]

From the moment Derwent’s Lightfast pencils were released, I couldn’t wait to try them out. Imagine my excitement when I[…]