Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Aquarelle Water-Soluble Pastels – Set of 84 Colours

An 84-colour palette gives you substantially more control when working with colour relationships, gradients and subtle transitions. Neocolor II can be applied directly like a conventional pastel, then worked with water to turn marks into fluid washes, making one medium useful across drawing and painting processes.

The large colour assortment also makes this set useful for illustration, botanical studies, sketchbooks, mixed-media artwork and experimental techniques. The soft pastel can be layered, blended, scraped or dissolved, while the substantial 8.65 mm format provides a generous working surface.

What are Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Aquarelle Pastels?
Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Aquarelle are water-soluble wax oil pastels designed for both dry drawing and water-activated techniques.

How many colours are included in the Neocolor II Set of 84?
The set contains 84 colours, providing a broad palette for drawing, painting, illustration and mixed-media work.

Are Neocolor II pastels water-soluble?
Yes. They can be used dry or activated with water to create washes, watercolour effects, gradients and other wet techniques.

What is the diameter of a Neocolor II pastel?
Each Neocolor II pastel has a diameter of 8.65 mm.

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

What techniques can be used with Neocolor II?
The range supports watercolour, coating, glazing, scraping, soaking, ink-wash, monotype, solid painting, rainbow techniques and applications on light panels.

Are Caran d'Ache Neocolor II pastels lightfast?
Yes. Caran d'Ache specifies excellent lightfastness for Neocolor II pastels.

Can Neocolor II be used for mixed-media artwork?
Yes. Their dry and water-activated properties allow them to be incorporated into a wide range of drawing, painting and mixed-media processes.

Where are Caran d'Ache Neocolor II pastels made?
Neocolor II pastels are developed and made in Switzerland and conform to ASTM D4236.

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