Faber Castell WORLDS FIRST Matt Graphite Pencil

Faber Castell WORLDS FIRST Matt Graphite Pencil - Review

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Faber Castell pitt graphite pencil is clamed to be the worlds first matt pencil set including a 14B pencil !!! Lets take a look and see if they really are a matt pencil with no graphite shine.
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@frickxnas 2 жыл бұрын

Am I drawing with graphite these days? Nah... Do I even have time for drawing or painting in general? Nope! Am I really that good in drawing anyway? Not really! Do I still need these? Yeah! Was this an awesome review! Hell yeah!!!!

@renzo6490 2 жыл бұрын

Why do you need these?

@thereisnospoon277 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty much my attitude as well. I think I draw well but hardly have the time to do it. Yet, a part of me really desires a pencil set like these.

@frickxnas 2 жыл бұрын

@@renzo6490 its more like: i need to have them in case i need them and the company doesnt produce them anymore or i dont have the money then. its a also about mini collections of things that dont expire. i wouldnt for example get it if it was a a set of watercolours as these once opened ( even when not) have a limited lifespan whereas graphite pencils or some rollerball pens can outlive us.

@UbiMortus 2 жыл бұрын

It's the "shopping spree" syndrome.

@ma-rhianmck6919 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. They are looking good. That said, graphite shine never bothered me. If the final piece is too shiny, a workable fixative or matt acrylic varnish and a piece of sandpaper will do the trick.

@boopeep9670 2 жыл бұрын

Sandpaper?

@bradman3001 2 жыл бұрын

@@boopeep9670 you lay the sandpaper over the drawing to block the light

@paulwoodford1984 Жыл бұрын

Shine adds more mystique to a drawing. Shine is fine for me

@olivianeukam5636 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, I've never seen an art video like this before. Most are very energetic and fast-paced, which is great, but your calm approach is so refreshing!

@evancoe3085 2 жыл бұрын

Most drawing videos used to be like this (calm voice and basic camera pointing at sketch book), but now art videos have become KZfaq kids cancer

@M.C.Blackwell 2 жыл бұрын

Also no annoying music!!

@MrPerkopredator 2 жыл бұрын

Pure ASMR!

@beatrixpendragon 2 жыл бұрын

Older artists tend to be more deliberate on their presentation, and I prefer it.

@hannahdeards9652 2 жыл бұрын

@@beatrixpendragon I think you're misunderstanding 'modern' art content. Actually, I'd consider it to be far more 'deliberate' than this video. KZfaq art content creators study trends and audiences to maximise their views and reach and earnings. It's all extremely deliberate, in an attempt to make a career out of content creation and to continue to make lots of money. This guy on the other hand is making videos to inform actual artists. Its more deliberate in that his video has a clear goal, but I doubt he considered how each part of his video could make him go viral. That being said, I prefer this type of video a lot, lot more. It's just unfortunate that KZfaq these days caters to general audiences rather than niches so video creators like this don't have as much chance to get exposure :(

@susanmacdonald4288 2 жыл бұрын

This was a really good review, and I won't even say that it shows pros and cons...more like, these are the properties, and it is what it is. It's good information to know.

@adamski8563 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, I started with pencils, I didn't mind the shine, but the lack of real blackness. When I saw the contrast that can be achieved with carbon and learned how to apply it for smooth transitions or lighter shades, I rarely go back to pencils since then. You could try applying charcoal powder with brushes (I mainly use filbert brushes and flat brushes, small and large, and tortillon / blending stump, I even draw small parts like leaves with them). But I use them mainly where there are shadows, which is most of the drawing. I also use Staedler Mars Lumograph Black for more precise parts, such as eyes or individual hairs, because they are easier to sharpen than carbons.

@eddiemcgrath8536 2 жыл бұрын

I'd add Pierre Noir charcoal pencils to that, a much richer black than carbon pencils and faber pitt charcoal pencils very good for sharpening.

@strandedinseattle9931 2 жыл бұрын

I've been intrigued by charcoal powders with brushes, but.. Do you find that you need to wear a mask when working with charcoal powders over a period of time in a single sitting? Just curious about potential health hazards over time, inhalation of the powders as they are left to open air and brushed about since you'd be in close proximity.

@renzo6490 2 жыл бұрын

@@strandedinseattle9931 ...When working with charcoal, you do need to be aware that it does create a lot of dust. Don't blow the dust off by mouth, as you can inhale the fine particles, which may cause lung irritation. In general, drawing charcoal is not toxic. Charcoal is made from willow or vine (typically grape vine), and this natural stick is the purest form. Most compressed charcoals use natural gums as binders, so they are also generally safe. A sharp tap of the drawing board will encourage particles to drop from the page. Use a wet cloth or mop to clean surfaces, never sweep it up.

@celticwinter 2 жыл бұрын

@@strandedinseattle9931 BASF did studies on possible health implications of carbon black pigments on workers a while back. These pigments have a lot smaller medians/means in their size distributions in comparison to most other usual pigments. They managed to be allowed to do autopsies on some workers that were around these pigments for extended periods of time. Believe it or not, they are actually small enough to pass the blood/brain barrier, which is the reason they found accumulated carbon in those brains. That being said, the carbon black you're using is very unlikely to have that sort of size distribution and the "potentially cancerous" in those black pigments is more of a safety precaution - as far as I know. So I actually wouldn't worry. Even in those workers there wasn't any implication beyond that it did accumulate.

@carollizc 2 жыл бұрын

Because my focus is drawing wildlife, I'm not a fan of graphite shine. And yes, I mostly work on Bristol paper, so it's a problem. These pencils look to be a way to get around that. Thanks for your review.

@UnderwaterSurfer 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation! I bought them.

@EmnidaArt 2 жыл бұрын

Graphite was always trouble when scanning or photographing linework. I switched to the General's no. 555 layout pencil which is pure black, erases pretty well and isn't waxy. But of course once I change my workflow over to 100% digital painting and get rid of a lot of my supplies, they bring this one out... Now I have to try it.

@lordcommander3224 2 жыл бұрын

I do a lot of digital work also, but I like to still do sketchbook work so I have something physical to leave my kids someday.

@sassy6292 Жыл бұрын

Same! Lol

@rafael-4607 2 жыл бұрын

Never thought I'd enjoy a drawing pencil review so much, pretty excited about these... I have to look for them, thank you

@petergregory7199 2 жыл бұрын

Smooth surfaces are more reflective eg Bristol Board. The trouble with graphite shine is the way it builds up, which is hard to predict. These Fabers may be useful for more intensive, darker, moody areas. I’m going to give them a try! My go to graphite’s are Tombow and Mitsubishi which are so consistent and a pleasure to use. I like the thoroughness of your approach.

@UltramarineBlu 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review, I didn't know that these existed and Faber-Castell is my favorite brand for graphite and art supplies in general. I saw this video yesterday and I ordered them immediately! They are already here and I love them! :D

@kylemoore7746 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks, I'm adding to my list!

@atvalleau 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the in-depth info on these pencils, Jon! They sound right up my alley and I'll probably be getting a set soon. Look forward to your drawing with these!

@choochoochooseyou 2 жыл бұрын

Well that's me convinced. I especially like the way the overlap is almost invisible. Thanks for the great review.

@drawinglab2031 2 жыл бұрын

i like derwent a lot but we don't find them often in france where i live, but you re right faber castel is good and i m going to try those matt pencils

@SharonH11100 2 жыл бұрын

Blackwing Matte are my favorite drawing pencils ~ excellent eraser-ends too. Was always bothered by the glare of graphite before these.

@kymlardnerofficial 2 жыл бұрын

I like this man's calm soothing voice.

@monicabonatesfeijo 2 жыл бұрын

Love seeing reviews of art supplies! The graphite pencils I love most are those yellow koh-I-noors, the Stabilos´and the Tombows. Cheers!

@astridgarcia888 2 жыл бұрын

Great review ! I'm looking forward for your next video using this pencils !

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Astrid, I can't wait to get started on a new drawing with them :)

@h.sinclair 2 жыл бұрын

great review (as usual...) !!!!! Very helpful and thorough, thank you

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@luislahiena2337 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting product, definitely a must get Great detailed review as always!

@predragdjokic3761 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you smothie really a wonderful news for graphite pencil artist.

@nikopilibosyan8567 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos so much. Thank you for a great review!

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, thank you for the nice comment!

@awatercolourist 2 жыл бұрын

I never heard of these low shine pencils before. Thanks for reviewing them. I might give them a try.

@Irisphotojournal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch for the review; now I'll have to buy them.! : )

@catherineraper 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a through review. I learnt so much about pencils that I didn’t know before. I love my mark luthiograph black, but I definitely must try these pencils, I’m really interested in the 14b.

@carolanndoranart1526 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a big FC and have most of their ranges in graphite, coloured pencils and pastel pencils. I generally use the TK9400 clutch pencil range for graphite work, and have been using them for years. But..... oh the shine. So, after seeing your video I've ordered a set and can't wait to give them a go.

@John-pp2jr 2 жыл бұрын

Very clear presentation. Informative.

@idratherstayanonimous7020 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great a pencil right there, it takes a blending like no problem.

@RinN3-. 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏 great comparison ✌🏼 good to know 😊

@robertjwilliams3532 2 жыл бұрын

Nice presentation Jon! Am looking forward to the "drawing" you promise using these pencils. Looks like they may be the "salvation" for us folks who mash too hard!!!

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert, these pencils look good, looking forward to doing a full on drawing with them

@glynstimpson 2 жыл бұрын

Great video just ordered a set from Amazon thanks for the review hope you are keeping well

@ShanesDreamcatcher 2 жыл бұрын

Graphite drawings are not my kinda thing but I'm here for your presentation 👍 waiting forward for the drawing 😊

@MicahGlover 2 жыл бұрын

Well I'm sold.

@marcwheeler4406 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review.....✍🤓

@danielvela814 2 жыл бұрын

I like the way he analyses evrything about those pencils

@sweetbb125 2 жыл бұрын

I do love Faber-Castell too. But living in South Africa, I grew up with Staedtler - so I do really love Staedtler too. I have the Mars Lumograph, and use them for the blackest darkest parts in my drawings.

@afersol00 Жыл бұрын

As usual, excellent review and tips. One question: what kind of paper is the best option, to obtain the best results, using Pitt Graphite Matt

@ashharjamal5341 2 жыл бұрын

I need these...ASAP!!!

@dippn7047 2 жыл бұрын

I like the graphite shine for eyes quite a bit but being a novice-hobbyist ive definitely made some awkward looking lighting mistakes from overusing it in other areas, this might be neat to check out, thanks for the review!

@craftynikki6570 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the video! Very interesting! :-)

@TheArtGearGuide 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as always Jon mate. I have this set to review as well but when I have tried to reach out to Faber Castell UK and US and of course their HQ, I can’t get anyone to say one way or the other if there is Carbon in the mixture. Of course I know they have to be careful when divulging ingredients to the public, but I think it’s important we know what it is making them so dark, especially from the perspective of a reviewer. I’ve had this problem before when a company says their product is highly lightfast and when I ask them if they have used Blue Wool or ASTM, I get sent all over the place being avoided like the plague 😂😂, which speaks louder than a direct answer I think. Wonderful video as always my friend, hope you are well and talk to you soon.

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Harry, I'll look forward to your review, it will be interesting to know if there is carbon mixed in the pencils, my guess is there is, certainly feels and looks like there's a bit of carbon in there, I hope Faber Castell get back to you and let you know a bit more about the ingredients. I'm keeping well, hope you are too.

@ItsOnlyMeAgain 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Harry, (saw your name on Jon’s reply) can you give me a link to your review when it’s done pls, I’d be interested to see if you get anywhere with FC about the carbon or whatever it is they have used. Matt pencils is a game changer ✏️

@brentboyer79 2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see the drawing you do with these. I too am a Faber-Castell fan boy.

@gwenritch 2 жыл бұрын

In the basket they go! great review thanks

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

😊 You're welcome Gwen!

@bramelsheretan 2 жыл бұрын

I'm curious as to the 14B, as I've had a set, (not Faber Castell), for three and half years and that had a 14B in it.

@margaretbrownhill1193 2 жыл бұрын

Just based on the name I got a set lol, I’m so glad the review so far has worked out well. But then Fabre Castell are my favourite graphite pencils. I haven’t internet since Tuesday but intermittently on my mobile so was able to see this Thankyou for enabling me to add to my collection lol

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

I hope you get your internet back on soon Margaret, I knew you like these pencils, I think every graphite will try these, hard to resist :)

@GnaReffotsirk 2 жыл бұрын

I say they're a middle between regular graphite and the staedtler black, which means we can possibly use the three to some effect.

@ItsOnlyMeAgain 2 жыл бұрын

Has Santa got these? I do hope so! Actually scrap that, my husband doesn’t understand hints so let me make this clear “pls buy me these world first pencils, I need them”!

@dees3179 2 жыл бұрын

I have given in and just buy myself presents now. I’m lucky I have a few people who get me things and I do appreciate the effort,….I just wish sometimes they’d get me something I can use!

@rasman1876 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah im going to have to get a hold of these real quick. I consider myself to be a graphite artist to be honest. I want to get those really black tones with least bit of shine.

@sentry8992 2 жыл бұрын

I love graphite of all kinds and types and sizes. I will be picking these up and adding them to the collection. I have more graphite than I could ever use in a lifetime. The very best and most fun to work with are tha huge graphite chunks by general pencil. Water soluble graphite crayons are dope. Also tinted graphite by Derwent are awesome.

@joyp2450 2 жыл бұрын

these seem to be perfect for sketching on camera!

@stefnash4730 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@maryannknox7158 2 жыл бұрын

These are really nice would be great with my watercolor

@reecemichael2700 2 жыл бұрын

the only reason the shine of graphite bothers me is because it makes it hard for me to see well. these are so interesting! I'd love to try them

@piwiee 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@christineblount6069 2 жыл бұрын

I blend graphite with zest-it pencil blend and that takes a lot of the shine down. Think I may need to grab some of these to play around with ^^. Thank you for the video =]

@kooral6959 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been interested to see how the blender and the rubber that is provide it works with these worlds first pencils

@satfan5685 2 жыл бұрын

General's 9xxb is also a nice glare free Matt pencil.

@teresa6775 2 жыл бұрын

I've taken the last year or more raising grand kids and dogs, and cats. They're all exhausting. Been DYING to get back to your videos and learning. I'm going to do it today. UGH....time to start spending too much money AGAIN

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Busy times indeed Teresa, Great to hear you'll be getting back to drawing again👍

@edwill62 2 жыл бұрын

Great review

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ed!

@Alpha13Wolf 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve always enjoyed the Lumograph pencils i tend to press to hard when trying for darker tones and they really helped me to use a lighter hand. These look great though and have a very good gradation between their tones, something that is expected of FC their wax colored pencils have great tone gradation between the hues and each hues values. I do love a good 9H pencil though, and neutral F; something I just don’t get from artist sets. This of course comes from my family background in technical drafting and blueprinting.

@susanmacdonald4288 2 жыл бұрын

I took a year of drafting in hight school, and our standard pencil was 2H...still have a fondness for those pencils because of that. And it was the first time I found out that a pencil wasn't just a pencil.

@RinN3-. 2 жыл бұрын

I liked your comparison graphite to shine as is water to wet 😂🤣😂 good one ☝️😂

@phillblake6829 2 жыл бұрын

I like the staedtler ones

@WolfMoonWings 2 жыл бұрын

Aren't black colored pencils also matte? Though, my problem with that is finding good quality erasable black colored pencils. I may have to try these out.

@jupiterscorpio4206 2 жыл бұрын

I love these had them a while. I didnt find them too matt though lumo blacks are darker. They are smooth though but when I wanted to get really dark values they just couldn’t get dark enough for my liking.

@greekveteran2715 2 жыл бұрын

Do the Mars Lumographs leave shiny glare that the Faber do? I'm getting back to the hobby after 20 years! Please, can you recommend what pencils to get? I'm ready to order both the Mars Lumographs and the Black Lumographs both in 6 set. Also should I get a mechanical for details? I'm between the Faber Castell TK-Fine Executive in 0.5 and the Pentel P205. Thanks in advance

@gardeniainbloom812 2 жыл бұрын

I love FC graphite pencils and these look lovely. I wonder if you can buy open stock?

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can buy these open stock.

@stevennedesky2780 2 жыл бұрын

Since pencils leads are made with graphite powder and clay mixed with water, perhaps they happened upon or experimented with different clays? And maybe no wax bath like they normally would do?

@melanieopperman6688 2 жыл бұрын

Did someone say matt pencil?? Thanks for the review of both Staedtler Mars lumograph black and Faber Castell

@maryannknox7158 2 жыл бұрын

Wow too cool 😎

@phillblake6829 2 жыл бұрын

Hot off the press 🧐 cant wait to get them. Any excuse to buy pencils

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and very helpful! Does the graphite shine bother me? Sort of, but I know that it does bother some collectors I've talked with in the galleries that represent me. Since I don't do much blending of the graphite in my drawings (unlike when I do charcoal drawings), the amount that these blend is fine with me. I've just ordered a set using your affiliate link! Cheers and thanks again!!

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, much appreciated!

@carloscatam4519 Жыл бұрын

Adorei esse vídeo 👏👏👏👏. Usei um lápis 6B, da marca ONDA, e ele é bem escuro e macio, porém achei melhor não misturar com outras marcas porque deu uma leve diferença. Ele solta bastante pigmento e se parece muito com carvão, tem que ter bastante cuidado, ele marca muito o papel e é difícil de apagar, caso seja necessário.. Levando em conta que meus desenhos tem um traço mais pesado e imperfeito, o resultado ficou muito legal. E aqui no Brasil eles custam $1,50. Gostei muito do video. O Sr é sempre fantástico, parabéns professor, desejo sucesso sempre, grande abraço.

@reubination 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing comes close to Caran D’Ache Pencils. So so smooth and 9B is jet black. Just awesome.

@dp_illustration 2 жыл бұрын

I never used Caran D'Ache pencils, but now I'm curious! I use Staedtler and Prismacolor and those two are way superior to Faber Castell.

@DreamscapeGary 2 жыл бұрын

An art piece with a combination of regular and matte can get some cool effects.

@greekveteran2715 2 жыл бұрын

Kind sir,please what's the mech. pencil you usually use? The Pentel P205,the P203? Also which leads do you use on it? Thanks in advance

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

P205, pentel leads

@greekveteran2715 2 жыл бұрын

@@smoothie77drawingpainting Thank you very much!!

@minniejones5906 2 жыл бұрын

wow, nice demo, I'M SOLD

@Artbooksandboro 2 жыл бұрын

Think I will invest in some of these qnd the steadtler ones as well. Seem almost like a charcoal/graphite crossover which would be ideal. Love graphite for ease of use, but love charcoal for effect but then need fixative and makes a mess. These may be the answer, only one way to find out(and probably get told off by the missus for buying more art supplies, hopefully worth it)

@hannahbull 2 жыл бұрын

bro your voice is pure asmr

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks :)

@dr.truthteller9768 2 жыл бұрын

If you've ever worked with a Kimberly 9XXB you'll notice that those are a little "sticky" and these remind me that Farber has mixed graphite with whatever the 9XXB has

@adriantapia5407 2 жыл бұрын

In my experience what i don't like about the staedtler's is that they feel like oil based the lead is tuff and rough and the 8B is basically charcoal but doesn't feel either like butter graphite nor dusty pastel like, also they're uneraeseable, however your can get really good results although it won't be the most pleasant experience

@kettenotter 2 жыл бұрын

Do they smudge? I search for a pencil alternative which doesn’t smudge. I hate when my sketchbook smudges onto the other site. Currently I am using some cheap ballpoint pens

@SINISTER-Creations Жыл бұрын

I've had my Worison pencils with 14b before even heard of Faber Castel' 14b. It is now second to my FC matt set. The FC matt still shines but noticeably less. Warison is bit softer, feels better, but tends not to fill the tooth of the paper as much as FC matt. From a front view, Warison matches the darkness, but as said, shines more from an angle.

@emilyrae7160 2 жыл бұрын

They may be the first matte pencils but not the first 14b. I literally bought a set of pencils a long time ago that went from 12H-14B

@fintux 2 жыл бұрын

Graphite is carbon (though in pencils is typically mixed with clay to get different hardness levels), so do you perhaps mean charcoal instead of carbon..? Charcoal also consists of carbon, but it's a different consistency.

@hArtyTruffle 2 жыл бұрын

Th smart graphite pencils look warmer than the regular graphite. I think the additive is an enviro-friendly varnish.

@predragdjokic3761 2 жыл бұрын

One question Smoothie when was the release date for this sets i can't find it to buy it from any supplier store anywere??? Are the released for the public how are you able to obtain it.Thank you so much for your time Smoothie.

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Not Sure of the release date, although I think it was a couple of months ago, you can find then in the links in the video description.

@predragdjokic3761 2 жыл бұрын

@@smoothie77drawingpainting Thank you so much sir

@predragdjokic3761 2 жыл бұрын

Do they shine when they are blend with the blending stomps and brushes sir?Is there a carbon in them do they feel like Mars Lumograph black or something new sir you draw amazing so you can feel difference for sure?

@untoldofficialyoutube8563 2 жыл бұрын

Nice 👍

@anthonycunanan4679 2 жыл бұрын

This isnt actually the worlds first 14 B Pencil because arteza has already made it first befor faber castell. Also the The pitt graphite matt pencils do look Pretty nice and the reduced shine is alright Because graphite shine Never Really botherd me Because altleast u have pencils i mean alot of pencils are expensive So i guess i should be happy with What u have. And this review Is pretty nice now i know if i want to buy this or not but iv seen alot of reviews And this set is pretty Nice. Nice review its nice that u have a detailed Review here So thank you 😃😁

@matthewbrookeart 2 жыл бұрын

is it a smooth as the mitsubishi hi uni 10 b ?

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

No its not

@sweetbb125 2 жыл бұрын

I hope those pencils will be available as open stock.

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

They are open stock too.

@komaltahirartist4901 2 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky ☺️

@meccamw 2 жыл бұрын

They all seem to be on backorder in the states. Can't even get it on the faber castel store.

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, there seems to be some issues, a few people have mentioned they can't get them in the States?

@meccamw 2 жыл бұрын

@@smoothie77drawingpainting i haven't been able to at least until the end ofvthe month. Why don't you do a drawing using these and do a second drawing using the carbon pencils for comparison.

@bradwatson7324 2 жыл бұрын

Instead of using the side of the pencil or a stump to blend, use the sharp tip to work between the weave of the paper. Roll the pencil a little with your fingers as you work to help maintain a sharp tip. Use an F pencil. It’s a very slow process but with careful control you can get very dark with no shine out of pure graphite. Work around micro-particles of dark if you want an area darker. Pick the particles out with a sharp tip on your kneaded eraser if you want to maintain your tone level. Truly beautiful drawings can be achieved this way. Using a good paper helps this process as well.

@jenniefrench1338 2 жыл бұрын

I have used Mars Lumigraph by Staedler and it is matte graphite. They have been out for quite awhile.They have about 4 pencils in a tin and since I use FC products the source I use would also carry these. The comparison would be interesting cause I really love the Lumigraph because of that reason. Technically they were first but who cares right? Enjoy your pencils and future projects.

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

I was the first person to review the Lumograph black on youtube when they first came out, yes they are dark and Matt, but they don't look right with graphite, whereas the Faber matt does, there is a huge difference

@wickedillusionart 2 жыл бұрын

@@smoothie77drawingpainting Your review comes at the right time! And with the exact info I was looking for, thank you! Was trying to justify getting these pencils considering how little I use regular graphite pencils (mainly mechanical pencils for me these days). I have Steadtler black but those have carbon in and they're pretty hard to work with and don't mix well with normal graphite, unless you don't mind the look.

@jenniefrench1338 2 жыл бұрын

@@smoothie77drawingpainting good thing then because I do multimedia and don’t want the shine with the work that I do. It ‘s great for someone else though and I don’t need the whole set of many pencils so it’s all good.

@lovelystarsee9632 2 жыл бұрын

I like you talking and I agree too.

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that's very kind of you to say :)

@tehcaptainhair 2 жыл бұрын

I thought you were using a silver pencil at 9:45 until you moved the paper. That's a big difference!

@teresa6775 2 жыл бұрын

Not complaining, just asking. The link you provide is only a 6 piece set, not the 11 you show here. Where did you get the 11 set ?

@smoothie77drawingpainting 2 жыл бұрын

I got mine on Amazon UK, I noticed the smaller set was the only one on Amazon USA, so that was the only link I could put in the description

@teresa6775 2 жыл бұрын

@@smoothie77drawingpainting Thanks for the reply !! Off to spend money

@marymccabe3111 2 жыл бұрын

On the Faber Castell site you can buy these pencils individually.

@teresa6775 2 жыл бұрын

@@marymccabe3111 Thank you !

@pontiuspilates 2 жыл бұрын

As far as I know, there's no way to change physical properties of graphite without changing the material itself. It's a crystaline formation after all.

@suburbanview 2 жыл бұрын

Unavailable in USA Amazon

@thepoppunx 2 жыл бұрын

the mars lumopgraph black are matt olso...

@sylvianblue 2 жыл бұрын

Come on Faber, cut the cellophane. A thin cardboard covering to prevent the tin opening or the tin getting marked would be better. Personally I didn’t think either are necessary.