Derwent Pastel Pencils

Derwent Pastel Pencils – Open Stock Singles | All Colours Available

Discover the exceptional versatility of Derwent Pastel Pencils, available as open stock singles at Pencil Perfect. Combining the rich, velvety colour of traditional pastel with the control and precision of a pencil, Derwent Pastel Pencils are a favourite choice for wildlife artists, portrait artists, landscape painters and pastel enthusiasts around the world.

Each pencil features a soft, powdery pastel core that delivers intense colour, smooth blending and excellent layering capabilities. The wooden pencil casing keeps hands clean while allowing artists to create detailed work that would be difficult to achieve with traditional soft pastel sticks alone.

The extensive colour range includes vibrant brights, subtle earth tones, delicate skin tones and deep shadow colours, making them ideal for portraits, wildlife subjects, landscapes, florals and fine art projects. Whether used alone or alongside soft pastels, Derwent Pastel Pencils offer outstanding flexibility and creative freedom.

Pastel pencils are particularly popular for adding fine details such as fur, feathers, whiskers, eyes, foliage and intricate textures while maintaining the soft appearance that pastel artists love.

Why artists love Derwent Pastel Pencils:

• Available as open stock singles
• Soft pastel core with excellent colour payoff
• Greater control and precision than traditional pastel sticks
• Perfect for wildlife, portrait and landscape artwork
• Ideal for fine detail, textures and finishing touches
• Easy to blend and layer for smooth transitions
• Suitable for use alongside soft pastels and pastel pan colours
• Premium quality pencils made by Derwent in the UK

Whether you are replacing frequently used colours, building a custom palette, or exploring pastel art for the first time, Derwent Pastel Pencils provide the perfect balance of vibrant colour, precision and versatility.

Browse the full range of Derwent Pastel Pencil colours and select your favourites from the dropdown menu above.