Imperial Purple Derwent Procolour Pencil

Derwent Procolour, an integral part of Derwent’s professional range of coloured pencils, stands out for its exceptional qualities. These highly pigmented pencils deliver a seamless and clean laydown, consistently offering a smooth texture across all colours. The unique composition combines the covering power of wax with the effortless glide of oil, ensuring a pristine finish. The pencils boast a robust core that maintains a sharp point, perfect for intricate detailing. Experience minimal chipping and dusting, preserving your work free from smudges. For professional reproductions, Procolour scans beautifully, capturing the essence of your artwork for accurate prints. With a generous 4mm core, these pencils are versatile and highly pigmented, allowing for a smooth and vibrant colour application. Derwent Procolour Pencils are available in convenient sets of 12, 24, 36, and 72.

Derwent Procolour Sets Available:

Set of 12 Derwent Procolour Pencils
Set of 24 Derwent Procolour Pencils
Set of 36 Derwent Procolour Pencils
Set of 72 Derwent Procolour Pencils

Derwent Procolour FAQ’s:

Q: Are Procolour Pencils Oil or Wax Based?
A: Derwent Procolour is a wax-based product but when used it has a covering like oil.

Q: Are Derwent Procolour Pencils Lightfast?
A: 72% of the Procolour colours will remain the same for up to 100 years under museum conditions.

Q: Can I use Procolour Pencils with my other Derwent Pencils?
A: Yes, Derwent’s Procolour range has been formulated to be compatible with other Derwent pencil ranges.

Q: What techniques can I use my Procolour Pencils for?
A: Procolour pencils are suitable for a wide range of pencil techniques. As the product has a strong point it can be used for finer detail work but also easily lay down large areas of colours. Cross-hatching is also possible due to the sharp, strong point. The pencils are also suitable for layering.

Q: How would you describe the laydown of Procolour pencils?
A: Procolour pencils offer a highly pigmented, effortless, and smooth laydown, resulting in a clean and professional finish.

Q: Are Procolour pencils consistent in texture across all colours?
A: Yes, Procolour pencils maintain a consistent smooth texture across all colours, combining the covering power of wax with the glide of oil.

Q: What is the core size of Derwent Procolour pencils?
A: Procolour pencils feature a wide 4mm core, providing versatility in application and allowing for vibrant and detailed colouring.

Q: Do Procolour pencils retain a sharp point for fine detail work?
A: Yes, the strong core of Procolour pencils ensures a sharp point is maintained, making them ideal for intricate detailing.

Q: How does Procolour minimize chipping and dusting?
A: Procolour pencils are designed to have minimal chipping and dusting, preserving your work and keeping it smudge-free.

Q: Can I create professional copies of my work with Procolour pencils?
A: Absolutely, Procolour pencils scan beautifully, ensuring that reproductions are true to the original artwork and maintaining a professional quality.

Q: Are Procolour pencils available in sets?
A: Yes, Derwent Procolour pencils are available in sets of 12, 24, 36, and 72, providing options for various artistic needs and preferences.

Q: What sets Procolour pencils apart from other coloured pencils?
A: Procolour pencils stand out for their unique combination of wax-like covering power and oil-like glide, delivering a distinctive and professional result.

Q: Can Procolour pencils be used for detailed and intricate work?
A: Absolutely, the strong core and sharp point of Procolour pencils make them well-suited for detailed and intricate artistic work.

Q: Can I blend Procolour pencils?
A: Procolour pencils are blendable and blend beautifully with a range of mediums and artists accessories, including blending pens and paper stumps.