Cretacolor - Monolith Water-Soluble Graphite Pencil

Monolith Water-Soluble Graphite Pencil

Create bold graphite washes or fine detail with a pure woodless pencil

Draw with the point for precise lines, use the side for bold coverage, or angle it for varied mark-making that would require multiple traditional pencils.

The water-soluble formulation extends your techniques beyond dry drawing. Activate applied marks with a wet brush to create graduated tones and atmospheric effects, or collect shavings in a palette, dissolve them in water, and paint directly with liquid graphite. This versatility makes the Monolith particularly effective for plein air work where carrying fewer tools matters, and for studio artists who want seamless transitions between drawing and wash techniques. The lacquer coating protects the graphite while keeping your hands clean during dry application, maintaining the precision you need for detailed passages even as you exploit the pencil's capacity for bold, expressive coverage.

Drawing and Illustration

Drawing and Illustration Purchase Guide

Drawing and Illustration Materials

Calligraphy Inks - Specialized inks for calligraphy and pen work. Includes traditional sumi ink, colored calligraphy inks, and metallic formulations for decorative writing.

Markers - Professional markers including alcohol-based, water-based, and pigment markers. Perfect for illustration, design work, and mixed media projects.

Pastels - Soft pastels, oil pastels, and pastel pencils for vibrant color work. Excellent for blending and creating rich, textured drawings.

Pencils - Graphite pencils in various hardness grades, colored pencils, and specialty drawing pencils for different techniques and surfaces.

Pens - Technical pens, fountain pens, and specialty drawing pens for precise line work and detailed illustrations.

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