Artists use a variety of pencils with different lead hardness, shape, and material.

Graphite pencils are the most widely used, offering different degrees of hardness for precise or smudged lines. .

Colored pencils, made with wax or oil-based cores mixed with pigments, provide a range of vibrant colors and are great for controlled work 

Charcoal pencils create rich black lines and allow for controlled drawing compared to charcoal sticks 

Mechanical pencils have thin, extendable leads, making sharpening unnecessary, perfect for fine and consistent lines.

Mechanical pencils have thin, extendable leads, making sharpening unnecessary, perfect for fine and consistent lines.

Each pencil type offers unique qualities, enabling artists to achieve diverse styles and effects. Experimenting with these pencils enhances creativity and helps discover new techniques