Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Water Soluble Pastel Saffron 052

Neocolor II Saffron 052 gives artists a warm saffron colour that can move between solid pastel marks and fluid watercolour-style applications. The same pastel can be blended dry, layered over other colours or activated with water.

Its versatility makes it useful when a single colour needs to work across sketching, illustration, washes, mixed media and experimental surface techniques. It can also be combined with other Neocolor II colours for custom blends and layered effects.

Q1. What is Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Saffron 052?
Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Saffron 052 is a water soluble wax oil pastel that can be used dry or activated with water.

Q2. What colour is Neocolor II 052?
Neocolor II 052 is Saffron, a warm yellow-orange colour.

Q3. Can Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Saffron 052 be used with water?
Yes. Water can be applied over the pastel with a brush to create washes and watercolour-style effects.

Q4. What surfaces can Neocolor II pastels be used on?
Neocolor II can be used on surfaces including paper, cardboard, wood, glass, leather, fabric and stone.

Q5. Where is Caran d’Ache Neocolor II made?
Caran d’Ache Neocolor II pastels are designed and made in Switzerland.

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