Types of pencils

There is no one kind of pencil that is best for every kind of sketching but I will do my best to explain some of the benefits and problems of using the different pencil grades. Hopefully this will help you choose the right tools for each task.

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Pencil types | [Reminds me of 2b/HB pencils and the Common Entrance exam (FahmeenaOdetta)]

Graphite drawing pencils are essential drawing tools because they have a variety of grades and work well in all styles of drawing. This handy chart is a guide f

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Regular pencils, even though they have the same color, can show different shades of grey. Some of them make semi-transparent lines, others are saturated and thick. The brightness of your drawing depends not only on how hard you press on the pencil but also on how soft or hard the pencil is. 5-Minute Crafts has learned more about the markings on pencils and we’re going to tell you what the letters “H” and “B” on them mean.

HB pencils, B pencils, and H pencils are all different forms of graphite pencils labeled with letters and numbers with each letter and number signifying different degrees of hardness or softness.

A good eraser is just as important as your pencils and paper. Discover the different types with this ultimate guide from illustrator Jessie Oleson Moore.

Beginners guide to sketching pencils