My New Delicious Crayons.

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I've treated myself to some brand new water soluble crayons!


They're from Caran D'ache and are called Neocolor II. When you add water they act like watercolours so they're very adaptable. I had a small set that I'd bought a while ago but this meant that the colours I really wanted (see pic!) weren't necessarily there. The JOY I had of finding them for sale individually!


As soon as I brought them back I wanted to try them out. You can see in the top pictures and below a couple of pages in my sketch book where I used my new delicious colours!






I could just carry on using these new ones for ever, never needing any others because they mix together so well!
(..but you know me, I won't!)

Well that's all for now as I'm still away for a bit. My shop will reopen again on Friday, have a great week! xx

Comments

Sue Marrazzo Fine Art said…
These are staple in my art supplies! LOVE these crayons...Your drawings are so clear and vivid...NICE!
27 May 2014 at 23:28
Jennifer Hays said…
They look like wonderful crayons to use and you've created some beautiful artwork with them already.
28 May 2014 at 00:48
Kyra Wilson said…
Those are very cool! I've never seen those before! I have water soluble pencils, but I've never seen the crayons!
28 May 2014 at 01:53
Sigrun said…
What a beautiful girl!

Sigrun
28 May 2014 at 06:16
Paper rainbow said…
I love neocolor too they are so wonderful. The clarity colour is amazing and really suits your work . So pleased you are having fun creating again.
28 May 2014 at 10:07
Anonymous said…
Have fun, color on.
28 May 2014 at 19:24
Tammie Lee said…
lovely
sweet and charming
so good to hear your joy
28 May 2014 at 23:47
Ruthie Redden said…
OOh I hadn't heard of these before Jess, they look fab. Love the colours x
29 May 2014 at 00:33
Unknown said…
Jess, thanks for sharing your new art toys! I love how rich the colors are! Awesome!
29 May 2014 at 16:56
rossichka said…
The water effect makes the lady's face soft and tender, and a little bit mysterious! I suppose these crayons brought a new energy in your drawing, Jess!:)
30 May 2014 at 20:56
Victoria said…
Hi Kindred...wow..such radiance and glowing beauty in your art..the new crayons are awesome...thanks for sharing them...I can feel how much you love them..gorgeous work! I love this magical woman's face..and the colors you have chosen to express her energy..she is exquisite! Wishing you a fantastic June!
hugs
Victoria
30 May 2014 at 22:16
denthe said…
Yes, they are great, aren't they! Love what you did with them ♥
31 May 2014 at 15:09
Martina said…
Wow, looks lovely Jess! I haven't worked with crayons for a long time and start missing it .... maybe i should get me some too! have a fun and creative weekend - love your sketches here!
31 May 2014 at 18:08
Palomasea said…
Gorgeous! Delicious indeed, dear Jessie...
Hope you are having lovely warm days!
Hugs,
- Irina
31 May 2014 at 23:24
Gina Lee Kim said…
What talent! Her eyes are captivating and the painted background is yummy! I love my caran d'ache. If I won the lottery, that would be the first thing I buy---the complete set! Have a wonderful day.
1 June 2014 at 15:05
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