Caran d'Ache - Neocolor II Aquarelle Water Soluble Wax Pastel Sets
Neocolor II Aquarelle Water Soluble Wax Pastel Sets
Blend vivid wax pastels with water for luminous watercolor effects
How to combine drawing's immediacy with painting's fluidity. Neocolor II sticks lay down dense, vibrant color that transforms completely when you introduce water, shifting from opaque pastel marks to transparent washes without muddying or lifting poorly. The soft formulation glides across paper without crumbling or requiring heavy pressure, making them equally suitable for bold gestures and controlled detail work.
Exceptional covering power means these 4-inch sticks go further than typical water-soluble crayons, you need less pigment to achieve saturated color, whether working wet or dry. High lightfastness ratings protect finished work from fading, a critical consideration for illustration and fine art applications. The wax base resists subsequent layers, enabling sgraffito techniques where you scratch through dried color to reveal underlying hues or white paper.
Professional artists and illustrators use Neocolor II for techniques ranging from quick field sketches to finished mixed-media pieces. Work dry for drawing and underdrawing, then activate with water for washes and atmospheric effects. The sticks perform across surfaces, smooth paper, textured watercolor sheets, even panels for signage work. Sets provide curated color ranges; open stock lets you replace favorites or build custom palettes around specific projects.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- Superior watersoluble wax pastels for artists
- Soft texture enables smooth application
- Strong, bright colors with excellent lightfastness
- Exceptional covering power maximizes value
- Works dry or wet on all materials
- Creates watercolor effects, washes, scraping techniques
- 4 in. long pastels
