Are Prismacolor Premier pencils good for beginners?

Yes. They are forgiving to blend, and the 24 set is a lower-cost way to try them before buying a bigger set.

Why do Prismacolor cores break?

The soft cores are delicate. Sharpen with a sharp hand sharpener or a helical sharpener, and avoid dropping the pencils.

Can I buy single colors?

Prismacolor Premier colors are widely sold individually, so you can replace the colors you use most.

Best for blending

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Prismacolor Premier 24 Colored Pencils

Prismacolor's classic soft, thick-core colored pencils in a 24-color tin. They lay down rich, lightfast color and blend smoothly, which is why so many artists start here.

Best for: Artists who want professional soft-core pencils for blending and burnishing

Colors: 24
Core: Soft, thick
Pigments: Lightfast
Case: Tin

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What we like

Soft thick cores for smooth blending and burnishing
Richly saturated, lightfast pigments
Well known, with open stock to replace single colors

Keep in mind

Soft cores can break if dropped or sharpened carelessly
24 colors means you will mix more shades yourself

Key features

From the manufacturer's Amazon listing.

SOFT THICK CORES: Perfect for shading and creating shadows
SMOOTH LAYDOWN: Ultra-smooth, even color for consistent drawing
BRILLIANT PIGMENTS: Lightfast, richly saturated pigments for stunning color saturation
DURABLE LEADS: Resist cracking and chipping, suitable for adult coloring books
CONVENIENT TIN CASE: For easy storage and portability (tin artwork may vary)

Frequently asked questions about the Prismacolor Premier 24 Colored Pencils

Are Prismacolor Premier pencils good for beginners?: Yes. They are forgiving to blend, and the 24 set is a lower-cost way to try them before buying a bigger set.
Why do Prismacolor cores break?: The soft cores are delicate. Sharpen with a sharp hand sharpener or a helical sharpener, and avoid dropping the pencils.
Can I buy single colors?: Prismacolor Premier colors are widely sold individually, so you can replace the colors you use most.