Charcoal is one of the oldest and most versatile drawing materials. Despite its simple visual appeal, charcoal offers amazing possibilities in art, whether it's quick sketches, realistic portraits, or expressive abstractions.
Today I will introduce you to why you should try drawing with charcoal, how it is used, and which product I recommend from Lumino.ge.
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What is charcoal in art?
Charcoal is a pigment derived from burnt wood or other natural materials that artists use like pencil—only with a much richer and more expressive effect.
It is characterized by:
Deep black color
With a soft texture
Easy to mix and blend
With the ability to blur with a brush, hand, or paper blender
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Charcoal usage techniques
1. Outlines and sketches
Charcoal is ideal for quick sketches. Many artists use it to fuel an idea when they are first starting out.
2. Tonal shadows
Its soft texture allows you to add depth and volume to a figure — especially in facial portraits.
3. Lifting (removal for light)
You can create points of light on a surface covered with charcoal with a brush or a roller — which gives the work dynamics.
4. Combination with other materials
Charcoal goes great with pastel, pencil, and watercolor—use it experimentally!
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Which charcoal should we try?
We recommend:
Mont Marte Willow Charcoal – Pkt 12
Mont Marte's soft charcoal set includes 12 pieces of willow charcoal that is easy to cut, break, and is ideal for both beginners and professionals.
Light and easy to use
Beautiful control over tones
Works on any drawing — portrait, sculpture outline, abstractions, etc.
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What do you need to start drawing with charcoal?
Charcoal (Mont Marte Willow Charcoal)
Drawing paper
Soft cloths or a blender for blending
Fixative to fix the final result
For additional products in combination with charcoal, see:
→ Charcoal accessories at Lumino
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Why choose charcoal?
✔ Expressive and deep lines
✔ Fast and flexible way to work
✔ Ideal for practicing hand movements
✔ A great choice for starting a sketchbook
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Conclusion
Charcoal not only makes drawing easier, but it also helps you feel the energy of art firsthand. Try Mont Marte's Willow Charcoal – see the product here and discover the possibilities of charcoal.
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