Good pencil drawings start with a good graphite pencil!

Derwent Onyx Pencils are made from smooth, dark graphite that delivers dense, rich, jet-black tones, even darker than Derwent's Graphic 9B pencil. Because of its non-crumbly texture, the wide, 4 mm core can sharpen and hold a fine point, making these pencils great for expressive sketches and detailed technical and architectural drawings.

Derwent Onyx Pencils are available in two tones. Darker shades can be built up by applying increased pressure. Apply less pressure for lighter shades and more detailed artwork.

These pencils can also be smudged and blended with your finger or a tortillon.

Derwent: The Choice for Professional Quality

Artists have chosen and trusted the Derwent® brand for art materials worldwide for generations. Derwent 'Professional Quality' since 1832, is aimed at the professional artist or leisure artist that requires the best quality drawing products from graphite, colouring pencils, or watercolour pencils and pens. In addition to the range, include the Inktense and the improved Graphic range.

Our collections also come in handcrafted wooden boxes, which make a sumptuous gift for the budding artist or storage solutions while on the go with our popular canvas pencil wrap.