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Oil-based colored pencils are great for detail work and achieving a professional finish on your project. A vast majority of beginning colored pencil artists do not use the medium to its fullest potential. The tendency of the beginner is to mark lightly and use the white of the paper to create lighter values. This is natural since most of us first use a darker medium when we learn to draw. In this case, we must rely on the “white” of the paper to create lighter values and mid tones. Colored pencils, however can be layered and applied with solid applications to create a look not dissimilar to a painting. We don’t need to approach colored pencils in the same way that we would approach graphite drawing. What we do know for sure is (based mostly on other artists more than the colored pencil manufacturer) they are generally oil-colored pencils or wax-colored pencils.

Wax vs. Oil Colored Pencils Wax vs. Oil Colored Pencils

Many people think they are oil-based because they lay down color so opaquely and have such a rich, smooth feel when you're coloring with them.This type of colored pencil will oxidize and leave a shiny film that will make the color appear faded over time. Of course, no art tool is perfect, and oil-based colored pencils are no exception. Here are some potential downsides to consider:

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We will go over a few of these binders to point out some of the key differences between wax and oil-based colored pencils in the next few paragraphs. Apply Heavily: The more layers you have, the more product you have, and the more easily the colors will move, blend, and burnish. Just don’t break your points on this.Colored pencils have come a long way from just note-taking and journal writing. New techniques and styles have come on the scene along with science making colored pencils a popular choice among many professional artists and colorists. Now that you're intrigued, let's talk about some practical tips for making the most of your oil-based colored pencils: Sharpening