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13/06/2026

Loved for 40 years.

To our incredible community of artists, thank you. For four decades, you have been using Derwent Drawing pencils to bring your wonderful art into the world. From our original 1986 collection of 6 pencils to the 72 nature-inspired colours we share today, this milestone belongs to you.

Special thank you to , , , , .a.wein, , and for sharing your artwork, and to the loyal customers who shared their words.

Here is to 40 years of creativity, and to all the art yet to be made. 🎂✏️

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12/06/2026

11/06/2026

Let's talk about the elephant in the room 🐘

Look at the incredible pieces created during 's latest masterclass! The talented artists in attendance brought this heavyweight to life using our Derwent Graphic pencils, seamlessly softened with our Derwent Paper Stumps.

Swipe to see how the class layered grades from 2B to a rich 13B to build incredible depth and texture into the skin. No matter your skill level, our traditional graphite gives you the freedom to layer, shade, and make your mark.

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09/06/2026

We’re hooked on this stunning piece by 🐟

A masterclass in fluidity and movement, Anne has created sweeping, expressive currents with our Derwent Inktense XL Blocks, activated with water for bold, ink-like colour.

Once dry, Anne has applied Derwent Watercolour pencils over the top to capture every intricate ripple and shadow without muddying the waters.

From beginners finding their flow to experts refining their craft, our versatile ranges are designed for all skill levels.

Have you tried anything from our Inktense range? Maybe it’s time for you to dive in.

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08/06/2026

The prompts for the Derwent Drawing Challenge with are here. 🌸☀️

With just a week to go, we are delighted to announce our spring and summer inspired prompt list:

15th June - Blossoming Trees
16th June - Day Trip
17th June - Spring Wardrobe
18th June - Rose Lemonade
19th June - Evening Glow
20th June - Dancing Butterflies
21st June - Summer Picnic

Which one are you most excited to draw? Let us know in the comments! 👇

A reminder on how to enter:
✏️ Create: Each day, create a drawing using the Derwent Drawing pencil range, inspired by our daily prompts.
➕ Share: Post your drawing to Facebook or Instagram.
🏷️ Tag: Make sure to use our hashtag so we can see your masterpieces!

05/06/2026

Why take part in a drawing challenge? 🤔

Our brilliant co-host has been participating in daily drawing challenges for years, and these are just a few of the amazing benefits she has noticed:

Maintain a daily drawing habit: When life gets busy, it can be hard to find time to draw. But when you set aside a little time every day (even if it’s only 15 minutes) for one week, it becomes much easier to incorporate this creative time into your normal routine.

Create 7 new pieces of work: Ideal if you are building up your portfolio! Some of Amy's favourite artworks have been created for daily challenges, with many of those final pieces ending up in her professional portfolio.

Level up your drawing skills: Practice is the best way to improve your work. We are always surprised by how much skills can develop in just 7 days of drawing every day!

Discover amazing artists: Each day, artists will be sharing their work, which we will be resharing throughout the week. You might just find your new favourite artist joining in!

Engage with a like-minded community: Drawing challenges are a great way to connect with other creatives. We can't wait to see the encouragement and positivity in the comments. Make sure to follow the hashtag to see everyone’s unique takes on the prompts and share some love in the
comments.

We’ll be keeping a close eye on the hashtag all week! We'll be sharing our favourite entries, so this is a great chance to get your work seen.

A reminder on how to enter:
✏️ Create: Each day, create a drawing using the Derwent Drawing pencil range, inspired by our daily prompts.
➕ Share: Post your drawing to Facebook or Instagram.
🏷️ Tag: Make sure to use our hashtag so we can see your masterpieces!

01/06/2026

40 years. 72 colours. Endless possibilities.

From six sepia-toned pencils in 1986 to the 72 nature-inspired colours you love today, the Derwent Drawing range has played a big role in thousands of your creative journeys across the globe.

Known for its soft, creamy, wide core, it's the ultimate pencil for capturing the beauty of the natural world, from animals to landscapes to fur, feathers, and skin.

Thank you, from everyone at Derwent, for 40 incredible years! 🎂✏️

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30/05/2026

is letting her creativity blossom with a beautiful floral study, exploring her new Derwent Drawing shades like Oyster, Soft Violet, and Burnt Rose. 🌸

Crafted for creators drawn to the natural world, every shade in our collection captures the subtle gradients of our environment. Their soft, creamy texture makes recreating lifelike details, whether that’s sweeping grass or animal fur, feel like second nature.

The full Derwent Drawing colour range is available as single pencils, so you can build your very first set or handpick a few of your favourite nature inspired colours to expand your trusted palette.

What’s the next shade on your wishlist? ✏️

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25/05/2026

is making her mark with this stunning Klimt colour study. It's a joy seeing her layer with our 24 tin of Derwent Drawing pencils 🎨

Moving from simple swatches to a small colour study is a great way to test how our Drawing range colours interact and blend on the page.

Whether you are a seasoned artist or just sharpening your skills, put pencil to paper and discover what you are truly capable of.

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22/05/2026

Starting a new sketchbook can be daunting!

Here are three tips for breaking in your new sketchbook and embracing imperfection.

✏️Tip one: Use the first page to get to know your tools and explore the colours you have to work with. This page can be a really good way to ease the ‘perfect first page pressure’ and help you just get started.

✏️Tip two: If you’re struggling with what to draw, draw the first thing you see around you.

✏️Tip three: Experiment with sticking paper or Post-it notes onto the page, then drawing over the top. This can be a great way to explore textures and embrace imperfection.

We hope these tips help you get started on our sketchbook. If you have any tips of your own, share them below!👇

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