Caran dAche Classic Neocolor II Water-Soluble Pastels, 15 Colors

I face paint for parties, school activities, family functions and so on and so forth. I was turned on to this product by a woman at the Stroll for Epilepsy. Shed trained with Shriners and taught me how to use this product. I, in turn, ordered the 40 count pack and Ive been able to do more paintings in less time for large functions. Cleanup is easy. I just put the crayons back and close the lid. No hassle with covering paints, cleaning brushes and getting all my gear together. Now I just use the crayons, mirror, cup of water and paper toweling. Its so easy and convenient.

These crayons are easy to use with fantastic results. I just wish I had splurged more and purchased a larger set.

I love these! They work similarly to watercolor pencils but have a much smoother, heavier, and creamier lay down when dry and provide thicker coverage when wet. The colors are bright and vibrant and this set provides a great range of colors and neutrals to use for skin tones. They can be used by applying directly to dry paper and then going over with a brush, by using a brush to pick up color directly from the pastel for lighter washes, or for the deepest coverage, applying to wet paper. So far Ive used them on mixed media paper, in art journals, on watercolor paper and in adult coloring books all with success. If you want to try them out and you like coloring or sketching people, go with this set or higher. The smaller sets do not have the salmon color which is perfect for light skin tones.

Its hard to describe the difference this item has made with my artistic endeavors. Whether using in coloring books, or putting down a base layer on a canvass. First of all, Caran dAche icreates world class art materials. This item has so many uses - wet or dry. The colors are exquisite and if used as a base layer, increases the life span of some very expensive colored pencils. It can be used on its own or with other products and after spending some time using this product, I recommend this item to everyone - whether they paint or just love coloring books. It can take your work to the next level on your first try.

I purchased a cheap set of watercolor crayons from a Big Box craft store. I was sorely disappointed with the intensity of the color and with the blendability. Although the Caran dAche are pricey for a novice like me, I was amazed with the difference between these and the cheap version. Creamy consistency, blends fully and evenly with water, nice rich colors. Worth the extra cost!

These are so fun to use. Nice array of colors. Next Im ordering the metallic set. Full of possibilities and will last for a long time! My first project was coloring directly on a photo. What a fun way to accent!

Dreamy to work with... Ordered a sample crayon and loved it so much... Ordered to 40 pack and hope to add to it later. Love working with these.

Once you use these neocolor IIs, no other water-soluble pastels will do. These are in no way waxy, like some cheaper versions. And the colors are bright, intense, and do not fade. A little goes a long way with this set, which I have owned for a couple years now, and am still using!

I had never used these before and was pleasantly surprised at how fun these are to work with...I am now addicted!

These paint crayons are a great quality and so much fun to use.