Alphacolor - Char-Kole Square Drawing Sticks
Char-Kole Square Drawing Sticks
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Product Information
- Very black charcoal for rich tones
- Smooth application minimizes dust and mess
- Square 1/8 in. profile creates varied lines
- 2 1/2 in. length provides extended use
- Pack of 3 sticks for multiple sessions
- Ideal for sketching and shading techniques
Create bold, velvety blacks with smooth square sticks for drawing and shading
Compressed charcoal delivers intense black without the dusty mess of vine or willow alternatives. Alphacolor Char-Kole sticks combine deep pigment saturation with firm, controllable application, you get bold tonal work without fingers constantly covered in loose powder. The square profile matters more than you'd think; edges create sharp lines for contour work while flat sides lay down broad strokes for shading and massing in dark values.
Each 1/8-inch square stick extends 2½ inches, substantial enough for comfortable handling during extended drawing sessions. The compressed format resists crumbling under pressure, maintaining structural integrity whether you're building up dense blacks or working lighter passages through reduced pressure. This firmness also means cleaner erasing and lifting when pulling out highlights or correcting forms.
Three sticks provide enough material for multiple finished drawings or extended studies. Use them for figure drawing where you need quick gestural marks and solid shadow masses, life drawing that demands both precision and tonal range, or preparatory sketches where strong value structure guides subsequent painting. The consistent blackness eliminates mid-drawing surprises about how dark your darks actually are.
