How to sharpen Prismacolor pencils

[@VynilNostalgia3018]

Very nice video! I am also tired of the Prismacolor-"Bashing" in the internet. I think their richness of colour and the fantastic blendability is simply unsurpassed and unique, also the creaminess and range of colours. I would never give them up, even for the Luminance, that i have tried with a few single pencils. I use the Derwent battery sharpener for all my coloured pencils and my Prismacolors break very rarely. I use them together with Polychromos which makes a wonderful combination.

[@ArtFadil]

+mario.fine.art yea. When considering all the parameters prismacolor is the winner for me. After buying this derwent manual sharpener first thing i did was to order prismacolor pencils in bulk :D

[@nokiot9]

mario.fine.art people bash prismacolor because they know all the issues people are having and they choose not to address the issues by offering refunds or fixing their quality control. It's a terrible business model.

[@VynilNostalgia3018]

Tommy Ohlrich Of course you are right about all those issues and Prismacolor should do something against that. I also would happily pay a higher price for better woodcasings and stronger leads. But even with those issues Prismacolor is still a wonderful pencil with qualities other brands don't have. And I am tired of some peoples postings it would be the worst and lousiest pencil ever. It is just not true. Many of them just don't know how to draw...

[@kianna1082]

They don't know how to draw or look up ways to care of the pencils, which is why they break so frequently

[@wadebradley7388]

I agree,I think the quality of the wood is fine, however I have had a problem with the cores being off centered, But its actually a zero problem when I use My X~Acto NS pencil sharpener. It brings them to a fine point every time. zero loss.But I have seen the cores being drastically off center, this can easily cause a problem with many if not all standard pencil sharpeners. If you simply get a 10 dollar traditional pencil sharpener, you have the least expensive best cove /blending pencil available.

[@lobetec314]

I always get scared when im sharpening, since some of the lead comes off with the wood, so i feel like im burning money lmao

[@aguamenti2106]

😂 exactly like me bro I swear

[@Aprilang123]

SAMEE T_T

[@Artsii_jadii]

Me too!!!! But it really makes a difference working with sharp pencils

[@Chris.P.Bacon7]

Same happened to me with a brand new charcoal pencil. It became half the length it was and I was so frustrated

[@audios382]

Never thought about that

[@dalekalyvas9005]

WOW WOW WOW!!! To date this is the best adult coloring video I have come across. Sooooooo helpful. Thank you for doing this research. My story is very similar to yours...I've spent more money on pencils that don't break as easily only to find that I am very limited in colors and look to my Prismacolors to fill the gap. I had a set of 72 and love them...except for the breakage. I would be in the middle of working on a project and have to stop to sharpen (and butcher) my pencil. After seeing your video, I bought the Derwent sharpener. Once received I sharpened my 72 set of Prismacolors without breaking one core!! Now, these are pencils that I know break on a consistent basis so I was SHOCKED that I got through the whole set with no issues. I then IMMEDIATELY went on line and purchased the whole set of 150 with the confidence that I would not have this breaking issue...and I didn't! They arrived on Saturday and I proceeded to sharpen each pencil to a beautiful point with just 6 turns of the handle WITHOUT ONE SINGLE BREAKAGE. I can't tell you how happy I am. My set of 150 Prismacolors are now, without a doubt, my favorite set of colored pencils. My original set is now my spare set. I now also own a battery operated helical blade sharpener for travel purposes.

[@ArtFadil]

Wow! I am so glad this video helped you to get the best out of your prismacolor pencils. My thinking was also the same. Immediately after seeing this result, i bought 3 sets of prismacolor 132, 72 and 24 portrait :D

[@milk5955]

you could get a color sharpener, like the Faber castell sharpener, it has normal pencil sharpener and a color sharpener, and I've gone through 4 prismacolour pencils until they're too short to use with no breakage

[@mariecarroll5793]

thats what happened to me also

[@peggypicasso9490]

you can buy an extender to make the short pencil feel longer again and it solves the issue

[@kiblaze]

I invested in one of those years ago incase I couldn't buy open stock replacements soon enough lol. Definitely a life saver for my original 120 set.

[@emaaa78787]

How does it look like? I would like to buy it but I don't think they are actually called color sharpeners 😊

[@screeningmimi]

Thank you so much!!! I am a long-time lover of watercolor Derwent and Prismacolor pencils, but had all but given up because of breakage. Your wonderful video is exactly what I needed to hear...And I expect that it is making a difference in the lives of many other artists and hobbyists who love using colored pencils. Thanks again for unselfishly taking the time to share what you have learned.

[@ArtFadil]

+screeningmimi I am so glad it was helpful 😊 keep drawing!

[@lianealbert7728]

I just purchased an electric sharpener with the helical blade for under $25.00 on Amazon here in the US - I have Prisma and polychromos as well. I really wish that I had seen this video before I bought the sharpener. Thanks so much for an awesome video. You were very thorough and gave pros & cons for everything. Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!

[@thefrugalcrafter]

thanks! great info. I will check out the Derwent sharpener!

[@VynilNostalgia3018]

thefrugalcrafter Lindsay Weirich I use the electric Derwent sharpener for my Prismacolors and it works fantastic too! 😊✏

[@ArtFadil]

Thank you :) Love your videos!

[@michellemullen388]

thefrugalcrafter

[@rianakotze5292]

mario.fine.art is

[@garyandsusannayoder8392]

I use the Xacto electric sharpener without any breakage, also. Great tutorial.

[@megustachuletas3956]

With electric helical blade sharpeners, it is suggested to run a "normal" graphite pencil through it (sharpen a normal pencil) every few sharpens of a Wax based pencil. It cleans and lubricates the blade with the graphite (as far as I understand it).

[@mariecarroll5793]

I was just saying I was going to stop using prismacolors the other day,I was using a couple of new pencils and I never got a lead until the pencil was about 4 inches left.It happened a few times and I said I was going to stop buying them so now I will look for a better pencil sharpener. Thanks for sharing

[@fillimenabourassa8419]

Unfortunately Prismacolor pencils are no longer made in the USA. They are now made in Mexico. I have been using Prismacolor pencils for decades, and they are my pencil of choice. That being said I have noticed that the leads are much more fragile than they used to be. Years ago there was no technique needed for sharpening them. Alas like most things that go from being made in the USA to elsewhere, something happens to the quality control... And it's not for the better. I will continue to use them because nothing lays down high pigment like prismacolor.

[@wiizard1528]

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[@moss496]

Alexis H. Because it's true, :/

[@_kittykat9445]

Try Caran D'ache's luminence colored pencils. They are wax based, good pigments and you can actually sharpen them properly

[@Conda17]

Alexis H. - stop being sensitive about what you assume to be prejudice

[@theone614]

Polychromos are great.

[@cherylduffie5198]

Thank you for this video. I am a novice with colored pencil art and was very happy to get one of the larger sets of Prismacolor pencils for a present but quickly got frustrated with the leads breaking as for me the pencils would be hard for me to replace due to my low income. So the pencils have been just sitting in their box for a long while. This video was very informative and I plan on purchasing the suggested sharpener as soon as possible. Again let me say thank you for your excellent video.

[@nationanime1074]

Thanx bro❤️...i just recently ordered prisma colors n got worried how I'll sharp these super soft pencils..but now i know the exact tool to sharp...

[@ericafelman4043]

Thank you for the excellent video. Just bought Prismacolor pencils and saw all of the complaints about breakage but also saw the comments on color intensity and selection so I went for it. Now I need to look for your recommended sharpeners. Excellent video. Thank YOU>

[@LoveyDovey9000]

The one u talked about with the spiral blade we have them at my school and it broke a lot of kids pencils

[@goldegreen]

Spiral blades are just generally crap.

[@benhardwiesner6963]

Andrea Kinney I don't know which kind of underpriced junk you bought there... but I can bet my house that proper helixblade sharpener are far far superior over the best of the best standard sharpener you could ever get.

[@trevornunn1114]

cause its dull

[@2Old2MinceWords]

LoveyDovey9000 Then something was very wrong with it. Helical blade sharpeners (their proper name), are the best, in my opinion.

[@2Old2MinceWords]

Andrea Kinney That's just not true.

[@robertdarrell2116]

Thank you for sharing. I started my colour pencil "career" with Prismacolor; however, gave them away due to so much breakage as you mentioned. Having 5 other sets of pencils I still find myself missing them and so bought the 150 set. Now I know what sharpener to use I look forward to using them again this weekend. Thanks again!

[@saltlakerenee]

You can also wrap your pencils in a heating pad on low for about an hour (not while they are still in their tin) and that should HELP to resolve the issue with the leads not being attached to the casings on the inside of the pencil.

[@dupinion]

The best way to sharpen them is to do it with a sharp knife. I sharpen them to a very fine point with a lead reaching 15mm. Prismacolors I own are made in Mexico, they look poorly made but have never had problems with them.

[@rachaelhutchings8661]

You are VERY talented indeed, sell your work. I looked through so many KZbin videos to see how to use prismacolours (complete beginner) your work just stood out above all the rest. I have learnt so much too.

[@suzannehalesuzzz4895]

The last set of prisma's i bought 150 were great . Im pretty sure they have improved quality of the wood. . I have many friends that have bought them lately and they agree the quality has gone up. I use an electric sharpener by Bostitch. I have had no problems . I also Have recently bought a set of Polychromos. I use them both at the same time .

[@kathymarine1164]

The best video I have seen on sharpening prismacolors...I ended up with an electric sharpener that occasionally decides to eat my pencils....that is when I have to get a plain leaded pencil and sharpen that...seems to work. Thank you for the video.

[@KyloFeelsYourPain]

This is my preferred method of sharpening as well! I love the results and feel it keeps my pencils in primo condition! Thanks for taking the time to share your video. :-)

[@ArtFadil]

+Donna Wagner yes I only discovered it recently. Now I dont use any other sharpeners at all.

[@DAYbreaking_Ideas]

This was a great help! The non-dominant hand tip is amazing.

[@angrybird32495]

Got the Derwent Superpoint Sharpener for my coloured pencils. Works great, not a single issue. Thanks

[@hostieplus]

A great explanation on these pencils and sharpeners. I don't have these pencils I use Koh-I-Noor. Because I just love their watercolour sets I also went for their pencils. I find them to be really vibrant. I also have Faber Castell polychromos and I find these colours really vibrant as well. Now shock horror I also bought some Marco Raffine pencils even though the reviews I have seen weren't very favourable. For anyone starting out I think these pencils are much better than the reviews they got. They have a great range of greys, greens, browns, and blues, I would have liked to have seen more pinks but what the heck for the money I found them really great value and just as creamy as the other pencils. I hope this is some help for the people that follow you. Congratulations for being included in the blog it shows that your talent is appreciated. Do you need subtitles No!!! I don't have any trouble understanding you.

[@ArtFadil]

Thank you so much :D I have used all those pencils except Marco Raffine. I found polychromos to be excellent, even more so when used with solvents. But i dont like koh i noor polycolor that much. they have a brittle lead and they struggle with layering. But their mondeluz range of watercolor pencils are really good. They never cease to amaze me.

[@sandramartin8999]

Thank you SO MUCH. I purchased a Creative Mark helical blade sharpener and it works so great. I've never had such sharp pencils. Also works excellent on Caran d ache and Faber Castell colored and pastel pencils.

[@UsterKoolageArt]

Excellent video! I have always used the tiny finger held metal sharpener, and have never had a problem. I think that most think they are sharpening a regular number 2 lead pencil when they sharpen, and then breakage occurs. One must be more gentle when sharpening these wonderful colored pencils. Thanks. Great video.

[@Horsewoman-pt2ku]

so glad you shared this. many artists have said only use handheld sharpener but those always would break my lead. i will now try your way of holding pencil and turning sharpener. who knew?? but I do have an electric sharpener with the blade you talked about and it sharpens my colored pencils great. less, if any, breakage compared to handheld sharpeners. tfs.

[@ArtFadil]

Kammy Daniels Yes. those with helical baldes are far superior to handheld sharpeners with flat blades 😊

[@hermuchness9618]

Thank you so much for your instruction. I have a set of the prismacolor student and followed your instructions using a Spectrum Noir hand sharpener and it worked great.

[@ArtFadil]

+Mary Lou Smelgus glad it helped 😊

[@michelenunyabiz7776]

You are an EXTREMELY talented artist in my opinion!!!

[@cromeo187]

Thank you for sharing this because I really DON'T want to give up on my Prismacolors. They are so vibrant and I too have tried others. The others just didn't measure up.

[@lucindaosborne2137]

I use the small manual hand primsacolor sharpener and sharpen a #2 HD pencil to keep the blade sharp.

[@twingytwango6971]

I’m sittting here sharpening my Karismacolor pencils which I received this morning from Japan. I was worried about sharpening them but then decided to use my hand-crank Dahle 133. I have been sharpening and swatching and have had absolutely no breakages . They are smooth highly pigmented and wonderful to layer. So consider the Karismacolor. There are only 72 in the set and they have the same colour numbers and names.

[@Rubiastraify]

Hello from California! Thanks for posting this - very clear explanation. I just bought some of these pencils as a gift for an artist friend, and I want him to enjoy using them.

[@pjlewisful]

Also, hold pencil under cold water...the water swells the wood & the cold temoraraly hardens the "led" or wax that is in the pencil....far less breakage & eating up of the pencil.

[@thatemochicksav]

This video is very helpful for a young artist like me who wants to learn how to use these tools , definitely subscribing

[@maryriley6163]

Thank you for demonstrating and explaining the importance of using a helical blade pencil sharpener, especially with Prismacolor pencils (my favorite also). And thank you for remaining on topic, you got right to the point.

[@ArtFadil]

Thank you 😍 i use electric sharpeners now. They also have that helical blade. It works really well too.

[@lyeetusfoetus]

Now I get why I never get problems with my Prismacolor pencils well sharpening! I always use a manual table top sharpener (haha because normal sharpeners hates me). Thanks a lot!

[@kateblakeman]

I mostly use the prismacolor sharpener and I find that it works fairly well, but I do have to replace it from time to time because I notice that the blade dulls and they break more easily

[@mariogarcia620]

I only have Crayola color pencils and none the shapers I have aren’t really working, the color pencils keep on breaking. Do you what kind of sharper works best for Crayola color pencils and other color pencils for kids?

[@maureen1938]

I love my Prismacolour pencils and have no trouble with breakage. I use a GUM sharpener from Germany which is excellent. It doesn't come cheap but it's worth the money spent as my pencils do not break. They also come with spare blades.

[@KnoelsNook]

I use a Mitsubishi hand crank sharpener. I love it!

[@SlothFlorist]

I've been watching your videos for a long time and I always learn so much. Thank you for all your thorough explanations and your beautiful art. You are a fantastic teacher. I love your Prisma art and you've inspired me to finally share my own. Thank you.

[@ArtFadil]

+Sloth Florist Thank you so much. Keep drawing 😊

[@mialuise9436]

i was going to give up on my prismacolors because of this thank you so much for sharing!

[@pjlewisful]

If you stick the pencil tip under the cold water before sharpening it will harden the wax and swell the wood for less waste. This was one of my tricks as a make up artist that really worked for eye pencils, etc. but it works for wax or oil based pencils too.

[@Fluorite-Fox]

Pj Lewis won't it affect the effect it will make when used to draw?

[@sylviahanna5101]

A very informative video. So helpful. I appreciate all the information and explanations on pencil sharpeners, especially how electrical ones heat up. Thanks, Sylvia.. a newbie to coloring books and colored pencils.

[@ArtFadil]

Thank you. I am glad it helped :)

[@dlg.studios5649]

I use the Artist’s Loft metal sharpener and rotate the sharpener instead of the actual pencil itself when sharpening. I love how small it is, so you can get super precise and is also very great quality. You can find it in Michael’s or any other arts & crafts store. 😁

[@dlg.studios5649]

And it makes my leads look perfect and pointy!

[@fataldinazor3732]

Artist's Loft has a.... A certain Auora around it, I have heard about their pencils being not too great, and i think i tried the sharpner you're speaking of It's good, no doubt, but it's pretty short lived with the blade

[@lonewolfapache]

were do you find the case wooden for 150 CT PRISMACOLOR Pencil. and which one is blending pencil

[@Lauraisabelgonzalezart]

Thank You for the information! I just began my adventures in lettering and my pack of 132 Prisma's came with that little silver sharpner and I haven't had a bad experience yet....YET...

[@swimmingduck9905]

Which would you say are the hardest, sharpest colouring pencils? Berol Verithin were the best I'd found but think they've changed the way they make the pencils over time and now they're not very precise.

[@susanvarleyart2095]

I've got a heliblade manual the one you have with the handle but it takes about 3rd of a pencil each time so I can't use it. Any ideas why it's doing that it's not had much use at all so it can't be blunt already. I use prismacolor and carandache luminance so I need a sharpener that doesn't ruin my expensive pencils. I'm from England any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@anjaneilennis881]

What about using an electric sharpener? I am a total beginner in blending colors cause it was never my strong suit and later on I realize I gotta learn it if I wanna be exceptional at art cause that us my goal to try all different types of art mediums weather it be paint or pencil crayons or pastels even using random cut out pieces of color to make a complex figure from a magazine.

[@raginighag6595]

Hello Sir are you still using the Derwent sharpener , is it still working properly ? Have you ever used the apsara long point sharpener , we get a fairly long point in it the only drawback is we cannot insert any of the Derwent pencils in it but polychromos and prismacolors go well with it.

[@uncledooley]

As a new artist in the coloured pencil media, I am an oil painter and use graphite , but found some beautiful pieces of work in coloured pencil and decided to give my hand. Since I was new to it I had no preconceived ideas, so I tried every coloured pencil that was available to me, because I live in Toronto, all brands are available. As it worked out ,I left nothing to chance and gave each brand a working evaluation, and what it melted down to is, my go to pencils are Derwent Coloursoft, with Prismacolor Premiere a very, very close second, but Prismacolor has colours that Derwent doesn't have. Then for fine lines and special effects I use Prismacolor Verithin, which I love. Because coloured pencils being expensive I tried every sharpener ,from manual to mechanized. After destroying so many pencils I come back to what I use for graphite, and that is a razor utility knife, and because I love long sharp points, care and lots of sand paper is required. The reason I love long points it that it requires a very soft touch and I can use the side of the pencil for difference special effects. I am not posting this because I feel that my way is the best way , but offers a different perspective to a wonderful media.

[@apollonia6656]

I agree. The Derwent manual crank sharpener is great. Yes, it does eat the wood a bit BUT it is better than ending up with broken tips all of the time. Personally, I prefer to see my pencils sharp even if they end up a bit smaller than a pencil I cannot use at all. Kind regards from GB.

[@Balmorian]

Thank you for the very articulate tutorial on how to reduce breakage when sharpening prismacolor pencils.

[@ayayaka9705]

will the lead on the prismacolor premier break when it falls???

[@thenerdybunny1296]

I know there are many colored pencil brands, but if prismacolors are too expensive for you, I recommend Koh-I-Door Polycolor. You cann often find them for inexpensive prices on amazon (If you look) or you can find them at hobby lobby, and, granted, they are oil based and not exactly like prismacolor, they are still very nice and I like them a lot;

[@CatrinaBradley]

Thank you! Excellent video. Now I'm doubly glad I chose Prismacolor. My only problem (with all colored pencils) has been breaking when sharpening. Now I know what my eighth, and hopefully last, sharpener will be.

[@tolkienmithril]

After watching your video, I invested in the same sharpener. I just received it so haven't used it yet but really excited to give it a try. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Dikshitasur]

S Werner did you try it? I'm thinking of ordering one now. Don't get these in India so I wanted to know how your experience was.

[@tolkienmithril]

I've absolutely tried the Derwent sharpener and all I can say is I LOVE IT!!!!! It is great for any colored pencil. I used it today on some artist point pencils and it was fabulous. I am trying to work on getting color and dimension. Be aware that it will eat away quite a bit of wood. My pencils are considerably shorter but way worth it for the point I have. I was working on some really detailed artwork adding color.

[@thesultanmerchant]

Can you please specify model no of Derwent sharpener ?

[@ygolohcysp8755]

If one side of the wood casing is rising above the other, cant you just sharpen that side more the even it out?

[@gatooncracko527]

So I can just use the maped sharpener?

[@Your_local_therian_weirdo]

I read that is you take a hair dryer and heat the pencils for about 30 seconds and let them cool for 10-15 before you use them that this helps with the breakage problem...I've not tried this yet, as I only just ordered my prismacolor pencils today but worth a shot, right?

[@michaelagampe7685]

There is also a handheld sharpener by Prisma color ! I will test this too !

[@bucky012]

Hi, i also use the derwent superpoint and it work very well. The only issue i find is that it leaves marks on pencils where is the blocking point. how you solve that? is aesthetically awful

[@ArtFadil]

+bucky012 haha i actually thought of mentioning it in this video as a drawback. But i forgot 😜 for me its not a big deal. Its necessary to hold the pencil in place without rotating for the sharpening to work. May be you can remove the front part and hold the pencil by hand. I didn't try that though.

[@dellasim7861]

how about the prismacolor premier sharpener?

[@CharmaineZoe]

Just bought one of these Derwent Manual Superpoint sharpeners and struggling slightly with how to use it, found your video very helpful so thanks Fadil :-)

[@donfitzgerald437]

On occasion, I will run a lead pencil through my Panasonic electric pencil sharpener Model no. KP-77 a few times. It helps remove wax buildup. Try to keep the wax pencil centered and very gently push it in. Notice if the wood is at the same cut all around the pencil. If it is not, notice the side that there is more wood and put the pencil back into the sharpener but favor the side that you want the wood to be removed. Check frequently.

[@amynix2632]

Thank you so much for this video. Very helpful! I just got a set of these and didn't want to waste them through breakage.

[@bagobeans]

I like prisma color pencils. It is all in the sharpener. Great video.

[@healingheart8]

Thanks for the video! Here is your new subscriber 😊. Can you suggest the best price to get prismacolor premier colored pencils in India as there are many sellers with varied prices on Amazon.

[@oswaldorivas9279]

where would I find these sharpeners

[@gm4001]

any substitute of prisma colour pencils?

[@Commenter839]

Would you recommend the Prismacolor Premier sharpener? I recently got the full set of 150 Prismacolors for my birthday, and impulsively bought the sharpener for whenever I began using them. (I don't intend to use them for a while, though.) However, as someone who doesn't have the money to deal with constantly buying new pencils, I'd rather spend the extra money on a better sharpener if it's worth it.

[@yoleeisbored]

no the prismacolor sharpener isn't worth it, I have two of them, blades get dull easily and can even break the wooden casing of the pencil when too dull cause it gets stuck (go check out Lisa lachri's video on prismacolor premier colored pencils)

[@ArtFadil]

i havent used prismacolor sharpener yet. But since they use a flat blade, they will loose their sharpness after a while.

[@SathishKumar-pw9fu]

i use prisma color sharpener it's good but blades eventually lost its sheen after sometime ,also it's not so cheap to replace it.so better buy any table top like manual or battery operated ...brands like staedtler,derwent,koh-i-noor depends on the region you live. For among all the handheld sharpener i tested KUM (German made) long point magic sharpener is the best.but it doesn't available in all the countries.

[@yoleeisbored]

Sathish Kumar yeah the KUM sharperner is the best one ive tried so far. plus the prismacolor sharpener costs way more than the KUM one, the prisma one is like $7 at like a micheals

[@Hedriks]

I also use prismacolor pencils and had trouble with breakage. I bought the prisma pencil sharpener too. At first it was ok, after a while it also had breakage problems. I like the winding sharpener and the end result. So that is my next purchase.

[@BarbaraMerryGeng]

Dear artist, thank you for this helpful video 💝

[@mistyparalysis]

Is there a way I can purchase a prismacolor sharpener in stores? I really need one because I use the prismacolor pencils as my go to coloring tool.

[@eternal8song]

thank you so much. I have a lot of Prismacolors that I've collected over the years. so I can't just switch to a different brand right away. this is a very helpful video.

[@UrsaFrank]

You said you prefer wax based pencils over oil based pencils. Can I ask why? I'm new to colour pencils and I'm not sure what difference that would make. Could you please explain?

[@ArtFadil]

+DonpatchXD wax based pencils are softer than oil based pencils in general. When drawing multiple layers of colors its easy to mix those colors physically with wax based pencils on the paper itself. Oil based pencils are a bit dry compared to wax based ones. But since they are harder, level of detail you can achieve is more and you can layer more colors even though you cannot fully mix those colors physically. And you can even modify already laid down dark color with a light color pencil when using a wax based pencil. This is difficult in oil based pencils because of their translucent nature.

[@UrsaFrank]

That's great! Thanks :D

[@TrenaBrannon]

Thank you Ummar for the informative video! I just ordered the manual one. :) Appreciate your sharing. I've also watched your coloring videos and just subscribed - you are very talented! Take care and STAY POSITIVE!

[@the_hustleboy]

how did you put those products below your video, the ome which says prismacolor pencils eBay India those??

[@ArtFadil]

+Khushal Panchariya Thats not me 😀 thats google!

[@the_hustleboy]

Oh ohk, thanks I though ke you put it because even I have a art channel called Sketch It and I thought I would also like to put things on my video,if you would like to visit my channel it would be grateful for me😊

[@ArtFadil]

Khushal Panchariya yea you have some cool stuffs there. 👍 keep drawing 😊

[@the_hustleboy]

Art@Fadil ya I hope you like my videos 😊,keep watching 😅

[@w.vangaal1077]

I have got a Dahle133 sharper it looks the same.. I haven't used them on my prisma's but I will try. they only part I don't like about these sharpeners is that you are not able to see how far your point is? do you have trouble with this to?

[@ArtFadil]

+W. van Gaal i think dahle will work just fine. Derwent one has an autostop so it becomes loose after complete sharpening. But after using for a while you will know when to stop.

[@w.vangaal1077]

I am over the fear to sharpen my prisma's! thank you for that.. ☺and it stopped automatically! I just tend to go one, because I love to sharpen..(if it works correctly). I have subscribed to your channel and hope to learn a lot more.

[@ArtFadil]

+W. van Gaal Oh thats great. Thank you 😀

[@hayley6249]

Would you recommend buying the Prismacolor Scholar pencils ?? Im starting out with pencils so I can't decide:D

[@L0rd0fChaos]

thanks for this, just ordered my first case of prismacolors and would not have known this.

[@mpetersen6]

For what its worth I use a Prisma two hole manual sharpener almost exclusively. And i use it on Prismas, Faber Castells, Derwents, CretaColors and the cheap brands. The only problem is the blades just don't hold up. I wish you could get new blades to just put new one in or somebody would come out with a sharpener that used blades for box cutters.

[@mamalovesmunchkin648]

Thank you for such a thorough video! I am looking forward to my pencils lasting much longer!

[@dyip-vb1wl]

where did you buy your derwent sharpener?

[@Angarayan]

Great tips. Very well articulated. Thank you very much.

[@ArtFadil]

+Ananth Sundara-Rajan Thank you 😊

[@roodsedge.786]

Art@Fadil, where do you live in india? Since i can't find it in kerala :c

[@viii.d.23adibfarhan88]

nice but where can i buy a prismacolor premier soft core?

[@titifigueroa]

Adib Farhan Well I got my Prismacolors as a gift but they are at craft stores

[@FoxtrotMouse]

You can also get them on Amazon.

[@shinuignatious308]

hai fadil, can. u post the link of the sharpener, from where to buy

[@ArtFadil]

Its available on hindustan arts ( www.htconline.in/derwent-super-point-sharpener ) if you live in India. otherwise try amazon.

[@jennyjones2227]

Yes but I compared the hand sharpener with another kind of electric sharpener and it ate up alot of my pencil before it sharpened

[@beverleygardam151]

does the derwent sharpener , sharpen prismacolour and lumanince?

[@ArtFadil]

yes. it can sharpen most pencils out there except some jumbo sized ones.

[@beverleygardam151]

Art@Fadil thankyou for that .!!!!

[@deepalimidha1371]

finally got one person from india. .thank so much for advice because i was really confused betwewn fabercastell polychrome orvprisma color ☺

[@toxiclol1638]

I just got prismacolor junior but do they break cause you know its junior

[@shhhlisten4850]

Great video! Just found your channel today. Prismacolor is my favorite brand.

[@imapandicorn0394]

this was really helpful 😀

[@ArtFadil]

I am glad it helped. Thank you for watching :)

[@AliciaTheTarget]

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[@Tayohni]

I bought a similar electric sharpener that cost me dearly. But, much better off paying big for something of quality that will last a long time than to buy a cheap thing that will break in a matter of months. I've had an X-acto teacher pro sharpener for more than a year now, sharpening on average 4 pencils a day and it shows no signs of wearing down or getting dull. Works on Crayolas, prismas, regular lead pencils, and has the ability to sharpen different size pencils.

[@ParadiseofDarkness]

They are not made in the usa, they stopped making them in the usa for a long time. They are a usa company but they make all their pencils in mexico.

[@peggypicasso9490]

wow your info was so interesting and useful. I will try to sharpen with a sharpener like yours ..I am sure my son will think I am nuts as he bought an electrical oine but it scares me that my poor pencils will get eaten up lol,..Plus the point never is any where like how sharp yours performs for you

[@P1DiscoGina]

So good! Thank you so much for this excellent information!

[@ArtFadil]

Thank you :)