Caran d'Ache - Luminance Colored Pencils Sets
Create luminous artwork that resists fading for generations
Lightfastness testing reveals most colored pencils fade within months when exposed to gallery lighting. Caran d'Ache Luminance pencils don't. Every color meets ASTM D-6901 standards for permanence, the same rigorous requirements museums use for archival artwork. High pigment concentration delivers saturated color that layers smoothly without waxy buildup, enabling the subtle gradations and complex blending that professional illustration and fine art demand.
Premium cedar barrels resist breakage during sharpening while maintaining the soft, creamy application that makes extended sessions genuinely comfortable. Color-matched end seals and clearly marked names plus codes eliminate guesswork when selecting shades mid-composition. The white pencil actually highlights effectively rather than just pushing pigment around, crucial for bringing dimensional form to botanical illustrations or portrait work.
These pencils handle professional workflows: commissioned portraits that can't fade, editorial illustrations destined for reproduction, gallery pieces that need to endure decades of exhibition. The investment makes sense when your reputation depends on work that maintains its visual impact long after you've delivered it.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- High pigment concentration for vibrant color
- Excellent lightfastness meets ASTM D-6901 standards
- 8-ply cedar shaft for durability
- Smooth application ideal for blending
- Perfect for mixing and gradation
- End-sealed to match lead color
- Marked with color name and code
