8B Pencils

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Faber-Castell 9000 Graphite Sketch Pencil Sets Art 8B - Hb Set Of 6 image 1
Item: 1722339
Model: 02334

Superior artist's grade leads. Castell 9000 pencils are made of very finely ground graphite and clay. These smooth, pure graphites are never scratchy. For writing, drawing, and sketching. Coated with water-based varnish. Break resistant due to SV (secur e all) bonding. Sharpens easily. Pencil sets packaged in attractive green tin. Also available in individually and in packs of 12 ..Superior artist's grade leads made of very finely ground graphite and clay.For writing, drawing, and sketching.Smooth, pure graphites are never scratchy.Coated with water-based varnish.Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding.Sharpens easily.Sets packaged in attractive green tin.Available individually and in packs of 12.Description: Art.Hardness: 8B - HB

Price isĀ  $36.79
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Koh-I-Noor Progresso Woodless Graphite Pencil, 8B [Pack of 12] image 1
Item: 1722209
Model: 49271-PK12

Woodless pencils made of the finest Hardtmuth graphite for excellent lay down. Renders shades from grey to black. The Graphite Aquarelle is a water-soluble pencil that can be used to create a wide variety of effects. Solid weighty feel. Lacquer-coated fo or comfort. Sharpens with standard sharpener.Choose from 9B, 8B, 6B, 4B, 2B, HB, and 4B aquarelle water-soluble.Sold individually. Order 12 for a full box.A water-soluble pencil that can be used to create a wide variety of effects.Made of the finest Hardtmuth graphite for excellent lay down.Renders shades from Gray to black.Lacquer coated barrel for comfortable grip.Available in several hardness's.Hardness: 8B.Renders shades from grey to black

Price isĀ  $54.79
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Faber-Castell 9000 Graphite Sketch Pencil Sets Art 8B - 2H Set Of 12 (119065) image 1
Item: 2138169
Model: 69103

Superior artist's grade leads. Castell 9000 pencils are made of very finely ground graphite and clay. These smooth, pure graphites are never scratchy. For writing, drawing, and sketching. Coated with water-based varnish. Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding. Sharpens easily. Pencil sets packaged in attractive green tin. Also available in individually and in packs of 12 ..For writing, drawing, and sketching.Smooth, pure graphites are never scratchy.Coated with water-based varnish.Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding.Sharpens easily.Sets packaged in attractive green tin.Available individually and in packs of 12.description: Art.hardness: 8B - 2H.unit: set of 12

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Faber-Castell 9000 Drawing Pencils H [Pack of 12] image 1
Item: 1717871
Model: 77725-PK12

Faber-Castell 9000 pencils are made from very finely ground graphite and clay, resulting in superior, artist's grade leads. These smooth, pure graphite's are never scratchy. For writing, drawing, and sketching. Coated with water based varnish. Break resist stant due to SV (secure all) bonding. Sharpens easily. Sold by the each. Also available in packs of 12 ..Made from very finely ground graphite and clay, resulting in superior, artist's grade leads.These smooth, pure graphite's are never scratchy.Perfect for writing, drawing, and sketching.Coated with water based varnish.Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding, sharpens easily.Description: H

Price isĀ  $54.79
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Faber-Castell 9000 Drawing Pencils 4H [Pack of 12] image 1
Item: 1717867
Model: 89562-PK12

Faber-Castell 9000 pencils are made from very finely ground graphite and clay, resulting in superior, artist's grade leads. These smooth, pure graphite's are never scratchy. For writing, drawing, and sketching. Coated with water based varnish. Break resist stant due to SV (secure all) bonding. Sharpens easily. Sold by the each. Also available in packs of 12 ..Made from very finely ground graphite and clay, resulting in superior, artist's grade leads.These smooth, pure graphite's are never scratchy.Perfect for writing, drawing, and sketching.Coated with water based varnish.Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding, sharpens easily.description: 4H

Price isĀ  $45.79
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Faber-Castell 9000 Graphite Sketch Pencil Sets Design 5B - 5H Set Of 12 (119064) image 1
Item: 2168690
Model: 52897

Superior artist's grade leads. Castell 9000 pencils are made of very finely ground graphite and clay. These smooth, pure graphites are never scratchy. For writing, drawing, and sketching. Coated with water-based varnish. Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding. Sharpens easily. Pencil sets packaged in attractive green tin. Also available in individually and in packs of 12 ..For writing, drawing, and sketching.Smooth, pure graphites are never scratchy.Coated with water-based varnish.Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding.Sharpens easily.Sets packaged in attractive green tin.Available individually and in packs of 12.description: Design.hardness: 5B - 5H.unit: set of 12

Price isĀ  $52.69
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Faber-Castell 9000 Design Set Classic Graphite Pencils, Black, 12/Pack (119064) image 1
Item: 2314592
Model: FC119064

Develop drawing skills and express creativity with these graphite pencils. The break-resistant graphite offers lasting durability and provides the tools needed to draw fine details and create large, sweeping accents. The pencils in this 12-piece Faber-Castell 9000 Design Set are easy to sharpen and erase and provide a reliably smooth, precise drawing experience..High-quality graphite pencils are great for drawing and sketching.Hardness: 2B, 2H, 3B, 3H, 4B, 4H, 5B, 5H, B, F, H, and HB.Pencils have hexagonal green-colored wooden barrel.Pencils come in pack of 12.Break-resistant lead.Improve drawings with sharp details and crisp, clean lines using this 12-piece Faber-Castell 9000 Design Set of graphite pencils.

Price isĀ  $24.99
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Faber-Castell 9000 Drawing Pencils 3H [Pack of 12] image 1
Item: 1717869
Model: 85540-PK12

Faber-Castell 9000 pencils are made from very finely ground graphite and clay, resulting in superior, artist's grade leads. These smooth, pure graphite's are never scratchy. For writing, drawing, and sketching. Coated with water based varnish. Break resist stant due to SV (secure all) bonding. Sharpens easily. Sold by the each. Also available in packs of 12 ..Made from very finely ground graphite and clay, resulting in superior, artist's grade leads.These smooth, pure graphite's are never scratchy.Perfect for writing, drawing, and sketching.Coated with water based varnish.Break resistant due to SV (secure all) bonding, sharpens easily.Description: 3H

Price isĀ  $56.59
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Derwent Graphitint Pencils Set Of 12 (0700802) image 1
Item: 2245977
Model: 83039

Derwent Graphitint Pencils combine a subtle hint of color with the soft gray tones of graphite, providing a totally unique drawing effect. These pencils provide a smooth, rich color lay down, and they can be blended together to produce a nearly endless array of deep, expressive hues.Graphitint pencils are water-soluble. When dry, they offer the merest suggestion of color. When water is added, their color becomes more vibrant. Their color can also be lightened or lifted with a soft eraser or wet brush.The set of 12 pencils contains: port, dark indigo, aubergine, slate green, chestnut, ivy, cool brown, cocoa, storm, midnight black, cloud grey, and cool grey.The set of 24 pencils includes: port, juniper, aubergine, dark indigo, shadow, steel blue, ocean blue, slate green, green grey, meadow, ivy, sage, chestnut, russet, cool brown, cocoa, autumn brown, storm, warm grey, midnight black, mountain grey, cloud grey, cool grey and white..Provides a smooth, rich color lay down which can be blended together to produce a nearly endless array of deep, expressive hues.Water-soluble: when dry, they offer the merest suggestion of color; when water is added, their color becomes more vibrant.Color can also be lightened or lifted with a soft eraser or wet brush.Set of 24 pencils includes: port, juniper, aubergine, dark indigo, shadow, steel blue, ocean blue, slate green, green grey, meadow, ivy, sage, chestnut, russet, cool brown, cocoa, autumn brown, storm, warm grey, midnight black, mountain grey, cloud grey, cool grey and white.Set of 12 pencils contains: port, dark indigo, aubergine, slate green, chestnut, ivy, cool brown, cocoa, storm, midnight black, cloud grey, and cool grey.unit: set of 12

Price isĀ  $70.29
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Faber-Castell Polychromos Artist Colored Pencils Black 199 [Pack Of 12] image 1
Item: 1720819
Model: 13511-PK12

Polychromos, meaning -many colors-, are colored pencils with unsurpassed lightfastness offered in a wide range of colors. These pencils also feature break resistant leads, are waterproof and smudge resistant. Sold individually..Colored pencils with unsurpassed lightfastness.Wide range of color.Break-resistant leads.Waterproof and smudge-resistant.color code: 199.Color: black

Price isĀ  $43.09
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Prismacolor Scholar Art Pencils Set of 12 image 1
Item: 1722350
Model: 55730

Prismacolor Scholar art pencils are designed for students who are serious about their art. Their richly pigmented colors are specially formulated to provide smooth laydown and blendability. They also have harder leads than most other colored pencils, mak king them more resistant to breakage when used by the developing artist.Prismacolor Scholar pencils do not contain rain forest wood..Designed for students who are serious about their art.Richly pigmented colors.Smooth laydown and blendability.Harder leads than most other colored pencils.Break-resistant.Set of 12

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Staedtler Mars Lumograph Sketching Pencil Sets set of 12 image 1
Item: 1722054
Model: 22631

The standard of excellence among woodcased pencils, Lumograph pencils are perfect for sketching, design, and writing. Lumograph pencils glide smoothly over the paper. They are highly break resistant and erase easily. Available in special soft lead assort tments for sketching and drawing. Packaged in a decorative storage tin. Set of 6 includes 8B, 7B, 6B, 4B, 2B and HB in a tin. Set of 12 includes 8B, 7B, 6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F, H and 2H in a tin..Premium quality pencil for writing, drawing and sketching on paper and matt drawing film.Special lead formulation and super-bonded lead produce high resistance to breakage.Sets packaged in durable and convenient tin box.Wood from certified, sustainably managed forests.unit: set of 12

Price isĀ  $59.69
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Faber-Castell Graphite Aquarelle Water-Soluble Pencils Assorted Set Of 5 With Brush [Pack Of 2] (2PK-117897) image 1
Item: 2132219
Model: 61081-PK2

Faber-Castell Graphite Aquarelle Water-soluble pencils feature smooth water-soluble graphite. After drawing, simply use a wet brush to transform parts of your drawing into a wash, or dip the pencil tip in water before you draw, creating a rich, soft, and smooth line. These pencils are perfect for watercolor painting, sketches, and mixed media. The leads in the pencils are bonded to prevent breakage, and are varnish with an environmentally friendly, water-based varnish.The assorted set of 5 includes one pencil in each hardness, and a Faber-Castell No. 6 Round Watercolor Brush..After drawing, simply use a wet brush to transform parts of your drawing into a wash.Dip the pencil tip in water to create a rich, soft, and smooth line.Smooth water-soluble graphite lead pencils bonded to prevent breakage.Varnished with an environmentally friendly, water-based varnish.Assorted set of 5 includes: one pencil in each hardness, and a Faber-Castell No. 6 Round Watercolor Brush.hardness: assorted.unit: set of 5 with brush

Price isĀ  $38.49
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Wolff's Carbon Pencil 2B each [Pack of 12] image 1
Item: 1722271
Model: 25679-PK12

World famous Wolff's Carbon Pencils set the world standard for quality in charcoal and carbon pencils. Get perfect lines and ideal, consistent softness. Made with premium quality cedar wood. For sketching and drawing. Sold individually or in boxes of 12 of one degree per box..Premium cedar wood carbon pencils for drawing and sketching.Get perfect lines and consistent coverage.Available in several hardness's for tonal variety.Hardness: 2B.Unit: each

Price isĀ  $40.89
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Faber-Castell 9000 Classic Graphite Pencils, 6/Pack (FC119063) image 1
Item: 2315094
Model: FC119063

Carry and store these graphite pencils conveniently thanks to the included tin. There are six pencils with different degrees of hardness, allowing you to create designs with varying tones. The hardness is indicated at the top of each pencil with the designated number in a yellow oval, making it easy to identify. These Faber-Castell Castell 9000 pencils contain lead bonded to the surrounding wood to prevent breakage..High-quality graphite pencils are great for everyday use.Hardness: 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B, B, and HB.Pencils have green-colored hexagonal barrel.Includes six graphite pencils per pack.Work with durable lead using these break-resistant Faber-Castell Castell 9000 pencils.

Price isĀ  $17.99
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Koh-I-Noor Progresso Woodless Graphite Pencil, HB [Pack of 12] image 1
Item: 1722211
Model: 22301-PK12

Woodless pencils made of the finest Hardtmuth graphite for excellent lay down. Renders shades from grey to black. The Graphite Aquarelle is a water-soluble pencil that can be used to create a wide variety of effects. Solid weighty feel. Lacquer-coated fo or comfort. Sharpens with standard sharpener.Choose from 9B, 8B, 6B, 4B, 2B, HB, and 4B aquarelle water-soluble.Sold individually. Order 12 for a full box.A water-soluble pencil that can be used to create a wide variety of effects.Made of the finest Hardtmuth graphite for excellent lay down.Renders shades from Gray to black.Lacquer coated barrel for comfortable grip.Available in several hardness's.Hardness: HB.Renders shades from grey to black

Price isĀ  $56.69
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Conte Crayons Esquisse Drawing Pencils 3B Black Pack of 12 image 1
Item: 1722300
Model: 32784-PK12

Skilled craftsmen carefully manufacture these pencils to ensure the varying hardness of the leads will give artists the extensive range of applications that they have come to expect from Conte quality drawing pencils. The sanguine, sepia, and white penci ils have extremely rich colors with an abrasive for easier stumping, and are excellent for portraits and landscapes..Expertly manufactured art pencils for drawing and fine art applications.Excellent for portraits and landscaping.Black color.Hardness: 3B.Unit: each.Available in various hardness's and colors

Price isĀ  $72.49
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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Faber-Castell 9000 Artist Graphite Drawing Set With Bag Set Of 12 (800028) image 1
Item: 2245425
Model: 72537

This set of high quality pencils and accessories is perfect for artists on the go. The set includes 12 9000 Graphite Drawing Pencils, dust-free vinyl eraser, and stainless steel pencil sharpener. It also comes with an attractive black nylon pencil bag for easy storage and transportation. Pencil grades included: 8B, 7B, 6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F, H, 2H.Faber-Castell CASTELL 9000 Pencils have superior leads made of very finely ground graphite and clay, so these smooth, pure graphites are never scratchy. Coated with water-based varnish and SV bonded for break resistance, they will last longer than just about any other pencil..Set includes 12 9000 Graphite Drawing Pencils, dust-free vinyl eraser, and stainless steel pencil sharpener. It also comes with an attractive black nylon pencil bag for easy storage and transportation.Pencil grades included: 8B, 7B, 6B, 5B, 4B, 3B, 2B, B, HB, F, H, 2H.Superior leads made of very finely ground graphite and clay, guarantee smooth, pure graphites that are never scratchy.Coated with water-based varnish and SV bonded for break resistance.Last longer than just about any other pencil.unit: set of 12

Price isĀ  $62.59
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Wolff's Carbon Pencil 4B each [Pack of 12] image 1
Item: 1722270
Model: 42334-PK12

World famous Wolff's Carbon Pencils set the world standard for quality in charcoal and carbon pencils. Get perfect lines and ideal, consistent softness. Made with premium quality cedar wood. For sketching and drawing. Sold individually or in boxes of 12 of one degree per box..Premium cedar wood carbon pencils for drawing and sketching.Get perfect lines and consistent coverage.Available in several hardness's for tonal variety.Hardness: 4B.Unit: each

Price isĀ  $59.19
Unit of measure 12/Pack
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About 8B Pencils

8B pencils are a popular choice among artists and illustrators for their ability to produce deep, rich blacks and smooth shading. With a higher graphite content, these pencils allow for expressive line work and detailed sketches, making them ideal for both professional and amateur artists.

These pencils are particularly favored for drawing, shading, and blending techniques, providing versatility in various artistic styles. The softness of the lead enables easy application and effortless transitions between light and dark tones, enhancing the overall quality of artwork.

When selecting 8B pencils, consider factors such as the pencil's construction, lead quality, and comfort of grip. Look for pencils that offer a sturdy casing to prevent breakage and ensure longevity, as well as ergonomic designs that provide a comfortable hold during extended use.

Additionally, pay attention to the pencil's performance on different types of paper. High-quality 8B pencils will glide smoothly on textured surfaces, allowing for better control and precision in your artwork. This makes them an essential tool for artists looking to achieve depth and detail in their creations.

What is an 8B pencil used for?

  • An 8B pencil is primarily used for drawing and shading, providing rich dark tones and smooth transitions. Artists often use it for sketching, creating detailed illustrations, and adding depth to their work.

How does an 8B pencil compare to other pencil grades?

  • 8B pencils are softer and darker than lower-grade pencils, such as HB or 2B. This softness allows for deeper shading and more expressive lines, making them suitable for artistic applications where contrast is essential.

Can 8B pencils be used for writing?

  • While 8B pencils can technically be used for writing, they are not ideal due to their softness, which can result in smudging and a less precise line. They are best suited for artistic purposes rather than everyday writing tasks.

What types of paper work best with 8B pencils?

  • 8B pencils perform best on textured or heavyweight paper that can handle the softness of the lead. Papers designed for drawing or sketching will allow for better control and blending capabilities.

Are 8B pencils suitable for beginners?

  • Yes, 8B pencils are suitable for beginners, especially those interested in drawing and shading. Their ability to create rich tones can help new artists understand light and shadow in their work.

How do I sharpen an 8B pencil?

  • To sharpen an 8B pencil, use a sharpener designed for softer leads to avoid breakage. Alternatively, a craft knife can be used for a more controlled sharpening, allowing for a fine point suitable for detailed work.