If this pencil works, it will change your life.

Faber Castell has claimed to produce the world's first matt graphite pencils. The biggest problem with using graphite pencils for your drawings is how much shine the pencils have, which can stop your pencil drawings from looking realistic. Matte graphite pencils? No shine? That sounds too good to be true. Let's review the Pitt matte graphite pencils from Faber Castell to see if they actually work.
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[@bouncy372]

I always thought graphite shine added a certain charm to the drawing, i'd always flip my graphite drawings under light as a teen because i thought it looked funny

[@bouncy372]

@@schnuuuu It's called having an opinion

[@gingerskyyy]

I think the shine looks pretty cool too!

[@edvinkarlsson9368]

@@schnuuuu no

[@slay4rxedits799]

@@schnuuuu say u are stupid without saying your stupid you:

[@reanbowlerd5988]

@@schnuuuu no it wasnt, you arent as funny as you think you are.

[@HArtDrawing]

These pencils are amazing. I compared them to the Staedtler Mars Lumograph Black carbon pencils a while ago and they were pretty much identical. They did a great job of reducing the shine and they’re both now my go-to pencils for dark tones

[@johnkon2810]

Staedtler is a good pencil period. I like wolff for carbon too. However, Farber Castell makes really good art supplies and I like these matte pencils too. They do what they advertise.

[@edwardcollins741]

General Pencil in the US has had a matte graphite in their Kimberly line for years, but only in a 9B, or as they brand it 9XXB.

[@OhJodi69]

@@edwardcollins741 Yes, General Pencil has their Carbon Black pencil. I LOVE all General Pencil Co's pencils.

[@deromilly]

This was what I was wondering. i've got the Lumograph set and love them. Carbon black matt graphite has been around for a while.

[@Rick_Hoppe]

You guys mention carbon pencils (such as the Wolf pencil) as a comparison to these “new pencils”. Carbon pencils are very useful, but I don’t see them as a substitute for graphite. They have a very different feeling while drawing. Also, graphite pencils are much easier to erase than carbon. I haven’t tried these “new pencils” but it sounds like to me the that these are just carbon pencils being marketed as something new. Am I wrong?

[@valerienagle7065]

I have been taking your classes on youtube and on your website for about a year. I am so happy with how much my art has improved. Keep teaching art 💗

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thanks for the support, I am so happy my classes have been helping you improve 🥰

[@Akacchin]

@@KirstyPartridgeArt me however don't have any money to support you, though your KZbin classes are helping me improve aswell

[@All_At_Once09]

How am I the third reply to this comment lol

[@Asian_Kid]

How am I the fourth reply to this comment lol

[@Greebo151]

PLEASE, sorry to repeat myself, but every time I try to sharpen the softer pencils, right from 4b up, I find that the soft lead breaks as I sharpen the wood, am I missing something that is, for myself anyway, MEGA important..it's such a waste. HELP PLEASE ?

[@anthropomorphicpeanut6160]

Your kids are so lucky to have such a talented mother! I'm not an artist at all so it blows my mind that people like you can make something so beautiful with paper and pencils

[@sorrowinchrist3387]

Hundreds of hours that is how she did it every day every year over many years!

[@anthropomorphicpeanut6160]

@@sorrowinchrist3387 I know there are thousands of hours behind, I hope I didn't come across as if she was born already being able to do this haha

[@sorrowinchrist3387]

@@anthropomorphicpeanut6160 And that is how she did it and she started young too so that is how you get better. :) And draw so amazing!

[@yeoldegrayCat]

​@@anthropomorphicpeanut6160 The cool thing about it is anyone who wants to learn can learn how to at any point in life, just need the right instruction and time.

[@jadedenthusiasms]

@@anthropomorphicpeanut6160 don't worry, you didn't come off that way.. to me anyway :) I think everyone knows its takes loads of practice to get to that level 0f amazing for sure!! I do think some pick it up a bit faster then others... but it can be mindset too,telling ourselves we're not good enough. I did that my whole life, telling or being told I couldn't possibly be capable of a lot of things, so you assume, as a child, they must be correct. But in my mid, maybe early-ish 40's i hit a bad spot with some big stuff and knew more meds or any meds was not going to fix them amd that I desperately needed an outlet. Art had always been something I loved and had many in extended family, but never felt good enough. But, this particular moment, it felt like the biggest need to draw or paint that I've ever felt. So, started small, like super easy, looked at a drawing of very very simple, and very forgiving, poppies :) I knew thinking about it as a whole made it feel overwhelming to me, so I had to make myself just try a petal, and another and another, without comparing, just getting those simple bits down... and I was honestly shocked when it looked even remotely recognizable as a poppy. Then I tried shading, which I knew nothing about, just knew where I thought they'd naturally go, and I realized the shading is one of my favorite things to do!!! Even when a drawing feels blah at first, shading makes things come alive in a way I'd just not known before doing it. Then I was hooked...it wasn't great, and I'm still nothing great, and with my severe health issues I am not able to practice as much as I'd like... but, it's still something I find SO much pleasure in. I wish I had begun early in my life, but, I didn't, and thats ok :) now I love trying all types of things, just because I love it all and it helps my mind tremendously :) so, as was brought out, its never too late to start learning. I've never had classes, can't afford them...but there are SO many amazing artists on here that are so generous with sharing their work that on my days when I can't sand or even use my hands, more often then not now, but, I love being able to watch gorgeous art being made right in front of my eyes and always learning things along the way to try when I'm able amd of course being super inspired, which helps to keep my mind focused in front of me and on positive things :) You'd be surprised what you can do when you're not worried about how it turns out, just that you're doing it. If you want to, and not everyone wants to spend loads of time learning as their deeper passion lays elsewhere, which is great too! But, you didn't say anything wrong at all :) I just thought you were appreciating this gorgeous work of art!! I'm sure, with my physical issues, I won't ever be this good... but that's ok, I love the effort and focus it takes for me to just do the simple things I can do, so, as along as it brings me joy, I'm cool with that :)

[@Star_Rattler]

It'd be insane to think it would be 100% gone but WOW it's like a 90% difference... that's very impressive! Also, lovely drawing of the babies! How you chose to compose it worked wonderfully!

[@Blick_Art]

Terrific demonstration of this medium! Representational (realist) artists have been very excited about this product, for the exact reasons you mentioned- the shine of an embossed, dark graphite passage can really distract from the image if it's too pronounced. The manufacturer information about these pencils indicates that the core material is a combination of clay and graphite. We think that likely disrupts the typical, pure graphite surface. Graphite particles are flat plates that lay down like roof slates or a spread deck of playing cards; producing the characteristic, silvery shine when graphite pencil tones are applied with force. Kaolin (clay) also has a flat shape, but we think the combination (possibly with a binding agent) prevents the formation of a shiny, embossed surface. Very nice! In the last century, when hand lettering was a skill more commonly practiced, artists learned to employ techniques for laying down deep, dark tones without excessively polishing the paper. Some called it "noodling" or "squiggles" because they employed randomized spiral marks when filling areas with a deep tone. Others simply avoided graphite altogether, in favor of carbon pencils, whose amorphous carbon pigment produced a naturally shine-free surface, albeit without the subtle gradations of tone that only graphite can offer.

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thanks for the interesting info, I was wondering what they put into the pencil lead to make it less shiny 😃

[@Blick_Art]

@@KirstyPartridgeArt It's kind of an educated guess on our part, since the formula is proprietary. Makes sense, though, based on experience. Thanks again for this great video!

[@iris--ro1nw]

How did you write a whole like 50 paragraph based on the pencils..

[@Blick_Art]

@@iris--ro1nw We thought 51 paragraphs might be overkill. Admittedly, we can get a little long-winded on the topic of art supplies. Must be why everybody we meet at parties suddenly has like a dentist appointment, court date, wedding, or family reunion they just remembered they have to attend...

[@SmileyBlue69]

@@Blick_Art ... Thank you for the chuckle (and the info you gave before). Great reply 😀 ...

[@Rudero3]

Staedtler makes one too. I've used it in combination with a Polychromos black pencil, it makes a nice contrast between the two without giving you that metallic sheen.

[@oregeki]

Thats amazing! even if it does have a slight shimmer it keeps the dark value really well! I had no idea how much of an annoyance this was to me until you specifically pointed it out, its part of the reason i switched to ink and charcoal. I will need to get a set of these thank you for doing that review.

[@SheilaLandry]

I have these and I love them. They really do make a difference. Not perfect, but pretty impressive I think. :) Thanks for the video. What I found is that if I very lightly go over the areas that I colored in with the 14B with a lower number (say, the 10B) it will knock back the small amount of reflection even more, without 'lightening' the area. Now remember - it needs to be a LIGHT layer over it. But for me, that pretty much took care of any reflection I had from those darkest areas. Just a thought . . .

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thanks for the amazing tip! I will have to try that with my next drawing 💕

[@VeroDeDream]

That sounds pretty reasonable, will try it.

[@apscafe]

How easy it is when she does it ❤

[@noamyr]

Cool, i will try that out.

[@SysterYster]

You cam also try the EE pencils. Harder to get, but amazing pencils. Basically no shine, super dark.

[@josievanotterlo5191]

Beautiful creation!!! Appreciate you using these new pencils and sharing with us!

[@nozee77]

Aww, that drawing came out wonderfully! What a precious portrait. Those pencils are on my wishlist for sure! Love Faber Castell.

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thank you I was really pleased with it, and it felt so special. I definitely recommend giving the pencils a go 😊💕

[@attheranch4876]

I’d like to see a comparison between the matte graphite pencils and the black polychromos. I’m wondering how different they would be. It looks like the graphite would be easier to erase than the polychromos.

[@rmuller366]

Just WOW! Leave it to Faber-Castell to come up with a terrific pencil. I love their 9000 series, but only use them for sketching. The shine factor is high with them, but not with these new pencils. I’ll be getting a set of these. Thanks Kristy for letting us into such a personal side of your family life. I loved the big reveal to your hubby at the end. It was obvious how impressed he was with the drawing, but more importantly the subject. You’re 100% about connecting with the subject we’re drawing. Emotions play a huge role in the art process for me. Blessings to you and everyone!

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello how are you doing?

[@apscafe]

Yea it’s nice

[@amyx231]

I have the blue (I can’t believe I’m blanking on the name) 8B. I think it’s charcoal. Matte yes. The texture/sensation when you’re using it is gross. I love graphite’s feel.

[@jermainelong1843]

You are gifted!! I haven't drawn or painted for 22 years and I'm almost scared to get back into it.

[@izzyjones7108]

Awe. What a lovely idea to draw your babies♡♡ I've been watching you on and off for years. You're so talented and have given me awesome tips that have helped me with my own art. Thank you!! I want to play with these pencils

[@donnawalter3061]

Gorgeous drawing sweetheart of my precious grandchildren, really looking forward to getting a Gorgeous frame to put the drawing in, and it will have pride of place on the wall. Fantastic video. Your graphite drawings have always been my favourite 🥰

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

🥰🥰🥰

[@himmel-erdeundzuruck5682]

Faber Castell 6B - 8B is standard in our schools. 8B is already quite difficult to handle, for me it's too dark. But 6B I like very much. It's not shiny as you don't have to press on the paper. (Germany, where Faber-Castell derives from).

[@aylamiller5752]

4b and 6b are the ones that I Love the most.

[@VeroDeDream]

I am getting into art again and was looking for pencils to purchase....first step. So I am grateful for this video...order is in my basket. Can't wait to have it in my hands.

[@chaosordeal294]

I suspect that the sheen from your final sample is largely from where the pencil point burnished the markings a bit.

[@Nihonium7]

I actually bought these last month, but on my first attempt at a portrait for some reason I didn't like the feel of them. The 14B is what made me buy this set, but I didn't think it was actually that dark. At that price, it felt extremely disappointing... and I went back to my good old regular graphite pencils. Maybe I didn't press hard enough to get the dark values I was looking for, so after seeing your video I'm going to give that another try with these for my next portrait!

[@olanrewajuatanda533]

Have you tried them again?

[@Nihonium7]

@@olanrewajuatanda533 Yes. For some reason they feel "drier" than I expected, I feel they need a little more pressure than I'm used to. They do the job, but I'm not sure I'll buy them again, because the difference with a good set of regular "shiny" pencils does not justify the outrageous price in my eyes...

[@olanrewajuatanda533]

@@Nihonium7 oh no!

[@chadmiller4814]

What kind of paper are you using? The paper can make a difference in the tones. As for me, my favorite paper to use for graphite is either Arches hot press watercolor paper (holds graphite well and the paper holds up well to layering) or Stonehenge polar white paper (very white in color which leads to some good contrast).

[@themushroominside6540]

I really hope they come out with 2mm bare leads for this, i personally prefer using my lead holder rather than to risk sharpening a wooded one since i always seem to break the leads that way, a personal problem for me but definatly something i want to get into!

[@Bradmattart]

I've got them myself as I don't like using charcoal for the darks and have to say they are a game changer

[@archmichaels]

Me too, totally agree with you on the eyes part.

[@gerryf37]

Notif gang rise up

[@AnnaLiu-jk4lx]

Bro I thought that 2B was dark but 14B!!!!! But this was so satisfying to watch. This production quality was top tier.😊

[@privatel_real]

I started using them a couple of weeks ago or so. They don't really feel like graphite to me. More like a combo of graphite and black pencil, but they definitely are more matt than traditional graphite.

[@rta3738]

I believe they are a combination of carbon and graphite.

[@rukaruka6393]

I love how dark these types of pencils go, but I just don't like the feel of them.

[@deviantoutcast]

Faber-Castell is forever no.1 in my book, on my paper, and to my graphite heart - no contest! 30 years in a row, on a roll, and keeps on going. I just love it! And now, with this addition to their repertoar, taking care of that one big drawback of graphite drawing, my heart literally went _"klick"_ - a blissful happiness skip _"tick"_ - Thank you Kirsty, for the review, and more than that: for sharing the magic, and spreading the joy to all of us (and as a bonus thrown in there: the absolutely beautiful drawing of your sweet children!). I, for one, know *_exactly_* what I'll be doing once morning comes: I'll be out, hunting for Faber-Castell Pitt matte graphite pencils!

[@jamesaritchie1]

I think Faber-Castell pencils are great, but I don't use them. My first choice has always been General's. But I find pretty much any brand will do the job, including a number of very cheap Chinese brandsd I've tried. Really, I have sets of so many brands that I can't remember half of them. The best brand of pencil ism always has been, and always will be whichever brand a giver artist orefers,

[@bushbaby333]

I've been using Faber Castell's Pitt Oil Base pencils just because of how I didn't like charcoals' reflectiveness back when I was at school. This kit also seems great however I also suggest you to try out Pitt Oil Base pencils as well, if you haven't already :)

[@apscafe]

❤

[@RichardBirdsall]

Those blending stumps always give me goosebumps to the point I can't use them!

[@ih4286]

Great video. I love doing pencil drawings but always hate the shine when I put them on my wall, going to get some of these.

[@moki4541]

Germany is always producing top tier stuff for like everything

[@MatzeMaulwurf]

Leopard 2

[@megaart333]

A clear detailed explanation, Kirsty but not all kinds of pencils are available in all countries. We are suffering, but we are trying. Thank you for sharing

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Sorry to hear that. Hopefully these kinds of supplies will become available to you soon. But really you can make great drawings with any sets of pencils so not having specific supplies doesn’t need to hold you back 😊

[@megaart333]

@@KirstyPartridgeArt Thank you for your interest and glad to hear back from you. Greetings from Alexandria

[@jamesaritchie1]

Some of the very best graphite drawings I've ever seen were done using paper and HB pencil stubs that the artists found in the city dump. You don't need matt pencils to create a masterpiece. It's the artist that matters, not the pencils the artist uses.

[@Kruhee]

There may be a hint of shine but it is SUCH an improvement. I tend to not use graphite but I may get into it because of these. Also, the darks seem darker without the shine.

[@Cyanide999]

I haven't drawn in a whole year. I was always watching all of your videos my friend. This particular video has inspired me to pick up the pencil again. Thank you so much for that! I love art so much but I've been so busy I'll make time for sure!

[@wretched2223]

I love hearing you talk about your babies and your love for them! It made the drawing even more special because the viewer knew the subject was something close to your heart, which brings something extra to the artwork. The pencils did really well! "Children are a blessing from the Lord, a reward from Him" - psalm 127:3

[@giorgiobaldiniart]

Love seeing all your artwork and products you use!

[@echo_is_probably_sleeping]

That is SO COOL. I really want these now, but I don't do much pencil drawing so it might be a waste. Maybe sometime in the future though

[@sallyhicks7364]

Im pretty new to art and have followed several of your tutorials. I am blown away by your artistic talent. I just pray there is hope for me but I practice a lot and am slowly improving. Thank you Kirsty, your drawing of your two kids was amazing.

[@mjpete27]

Wonderful demonstration Kristy! I have used the black carbon or regular(Prismacolor) color pencils for deep blacks without shine. These look to be next level, thank you so much for this demo! You created an heirloom portrait for your family!

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Yeah they were great and it is nice to be able to solve most of the big issues with shine and be able to use the same set of supplies for a whole drawing rather than using lots of different types of pencils 😊

[@D_dompa]

didn't staedtler already has pencil without graphite shine? I've been using them for years now. they used to come in 7B and 8B. but now they had the entire line for it.

[@danpost4755]

Fantastic drawing! I am really glad you did this project with those new F-C pitt pencils. Also, thanks for the great tip on using hot-press watercolor paper. I had not tried that yet.

[@bronteart]

hi, life long graphite artist here. Shine problems can be solved with kyrlon dulling spray. very light coat removes all shine. If not an option go over darkest tones 6-8 B+ with 2h pencil, lightly!! and it reduces shine.

[@nannamo880]

Absolutely stunning drawing 😁💗

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thanks so much 💕

[@kevinoneill4850]

amazing work Kristy

[@julieprior3126]

What talent! First time I've seen your channel and I've learned a lot just from this one! I'll be back! Thankyou.

[@MikeHendleyArt]

I like the Mars Lumograph Black, even less shine

[@archmichaels]

I'm in love with these pencils.

[@VertexCarver]

Am I remember it wrong, don't matt varnish fix the shimmer as well as protect it from smearing? O.o' Cool pencils anyhow. ^^

[@MyWildLifeAsNia]

damn forreal?

[@MyWildLifeAsNia]

wow amazing, thank you

[@lovebirdharmonies]

Oh my goodness, I really enjoyed watching you draw your babies! It turned out soooo beautiful! Such talent!

[@Aydeet2]

Thanks, Kirsty! Glad this product is available. The drawing of your two little ones is beautiful!!

[@cbkqmom]

I have these ❤️❤️❤️ LOVE them- I’ve always hated how trying to create the more “black” areas would be reflective 😖 as you said, it ruined the effect.

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Yeah having these has honestly changed how I feel about graphite drawing now. The shine made me just avoid the medium for years but now I am so excited to have these pencils!

[@batbratsdesigns]

I use spray to preserve and mat my pencil drawings. The spray is $3 and my local craft store they gave me a coupon so it costs me a $1. It literally stops the shine fading and the paper from turning yellow and or brown. It can also be used on multiple art mediums, like clay both oven baked and air dry. I used it on my sculptures too. The brand has different types of sprays for preserving and matting. They even have a texturing spray and snow illusion spray for the holidays. I use Krylon brand but there are others.

[@didomenico-art]

Hi Kirsty, I’ve been using these pencils for over a year and now almost exclusively. Since I often combine graphite and charcoal pencils I find the much darker and lower gloss matt graphite pencils better than the 9000. However, I find it difficult to tell the difference between the 8B and 10B or 12B and 14B gradations. Maybe it's just me, or the differences are so slight....

[@lindacsmith13]

Your kids are so adorable. What a lovely portrait.

[@patriciamahan7976]

Kirsty, your children are lovely! I am in love with your art tutorials!

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@MoonSpinners]

I hope that picture is framed on the wall because it’s blooming amazing! 😍 may I ask what that pen-like rubber is that you were using! I like those staedtler Mars plastic rubbers, but obviously can’t get those fine details. Thank you 🤗

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

My mum has claimed it lol and is going to hang it on her wall 😊 I am using the Tombow mono stick eraser for those little details 💕

[@MoonSpinners]

@@KirstyPartridgeArt …🤣 typical mum behaviour. Thank you so much, I’m off to Amazon now 😂

[@BigTJK]

Hi Kirsty. So good to see you loving your art again. Beautiful drawing and beautiful subjects. I’m always a coward when it comes to laying down darker tonal values. I get round it by drawing with a white pencil on black paper! 🤣 Great video!

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Yeah this drawing was so so fun! Shading darker values can feel super scary, especially if you have put hours into a drawing already. The white pencil on black paper is really fun as well and I am sure it will help you improve judging values and how dark things need to be to stand out 😊

[@olanrewajuatanda533]

@@KirstyPartridgeArt which white pencil will you recommend for that?

[@BigTJK]

@@olanrewajuatanda533 Hi. I’m not sure what Kirsty would use but I use a Caran’d ache white coloured pencil 🙂

[@alexsherel3344]

I like the reflections. It’s like a new picture with every view. HOWEVER, I understand your point 💯

[@neksp2533]

Danke Kristy , sehr gut gemacht ! Habe eben die Stifte bestellt . Grüße an deine nette Familie .

[@HelloHelloHellobby]

I matte varnish can get rid of the shine problems and protect the drawing. I wonder how water soluble these are? Would a varnish lift them at all? Would water make them run?

[@tzerpa9446]

I don't think they will run. They don't have legs 🤔

[@makeitkate3240]

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate that this mom of 2 littles is able to find the time and space to create gorgeous artwork?

[@JoeB_BSc]

Hi Kirsty, I opine: on Amazon, they sell with Faber Castell 9000 which appear to be matt as well but I found them at a lower price online from Jacksons art shop London, they go to very soft. So got both. Thanks for posting about them, Regards JB

[@stephenwilson7865]

Congratulations on the picture and your lovely kids. Good demo on an interesting product. Thanks guys.

[@beksinski]

It would be interesting to do tests on some different papers to see if that effects the finish.

[@ranger_a6953]

Various grades of smooth vellum (sometimes called onionskin) would be amazing. I adore that paper with pencil.

[@d.martinez-rodriguez333]

I don't mind the shine of graphite. I think it looks kind of cool🤷‍♀

[@msmith2961]

That has to be the most beautiful product review video I've ever seen.

[@goodvibrationsartwork]

Not sure Faber Castell are the first to do this seeing as Staedtler already has a Matte pencil called Mars Lumograph Black 🤔 Albeit, not in as many tones, but it's been done. Also, you can get rid of graphite shine but just sealing your finished work with a matte fixative 👌 Overall these do look like a great set of pencils to work with and your drawing looks phenomenal!! Well done! 💯 👏 Thanks for sharing!

[@MK-zo3zk]

Yay! Awesome! I prefer graphite because it isn't messy. These pencils certainly are a game changer!

[@Bezowinz]

I didn't see them on their site but wanted to ask any way. Do they carry matte graphite leads for clutch pencils?

[@marenjones6665]

I don't think Faber Castell makes leads. I've never seen them, but I've not gone looking, so I might be wrong.

[@Bezowinz]

@@marenjones6665 I have their "regular" graphite leads and clutch pencils. If not yet, I hope they're planning to release matte leads in the future.

[@I_love_drawing]

Hello! I invite you to visit my young KZbin channel!

[@phionella7]

Your family is beautiful! What a great reveal to dad, looks fantastic!

[@Mijuki]

This is great for when you like to take photos of your art!

[@jcepri]

The issues with blending you mentioned halfway through is not the pencils, it's the paper. I can't imagine using watercolor paper with graphite. I'm shocked it came out as good as it did, despite the paper.

[@susanthies5261]

I just used these wonderful pencils to complete your tutorial of the woman with hair bun. It turned out lovely!!!

[@itstiminhere1]

Your drawing is amazing! I'm inspired by your realistic sketch.

[@aMAZEingU]

I bought these and tried them. I find that they are a bit streaky when applied, and do shine when blended or burnished. They also seem harder than usual B pencils with an almost charcoal feel, and do not blend quite as well.

[@Solsice]

I like the shine, it allows you to know its not just a print, it makes it authentic

[@muadrico]

Thank you for testing, Kirsty! I just recognized that the price for that pencils is much higher than if you buy them directly in Germany (about 25% ). I didn't try them myself, but I'll think, I'll order them soon, too.

[@jimcorbett3764]

This is the first time I have heard of these pencils. The difference really is apparent. Thanks for posting this.

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Yeah they are defo worth trying out 😊

[@IntrepidFraidyCat]

Wow, there is a massive difference! I'll definitely be checking out your classes and website!

[@GnaReffotsirk]

You can soak the blend stump in water for an hour, let it dry for two days to make it really good for blending.

[@inherjyze1ify]

You have been blessed with two beautiful children.

[@jamieroberts269]

The picture came out beautifully. What a dream, pencil drawings with out the shine.

[@dollrose3085]

Beautiful children and the drawing came out beautifully 😍 your husband’s reaction to the reveal was so heart warming 🥰 God bless you and your family 🙏🏻💗

[@maciejjach6243]

What a beautiful portrait, Kirsty! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with these pencils, my goal was to not spend any more money on art supplies this month but now I really, really want them :-)

[@jonkmale1]

What an amazing talent! These matte pencils will certainly go on my Christmas list!

[@unboundbytiffany]

I love these pencils and I usually despise drawing with pencils in general, like at all, but these pencils somehow made me actually enjoy it.

[@NilsEckelt]

I like the drawing before the blending so much more.

[@annhepburn8419]

You are very talented. I just wanted to talk about the numbers on pencils. The number / letter rating is not darkness or lightness, but the hardness of the pencil. HB, most common here in Canada for school work, is balanced, centre of the options. The higher the number before the H indicates hardness; so 2H is harder than HB, but not as hard as 6H. Opposite that, the higher the B number the softer the pencil. So 2B is softer than HB, and harder than 6B. That 14B is quite soft. Harder pencil for lines and details, and the softer B pencils for blending and shading. Love the find of a pencil that removes the shine, that is a revolution! Your perfect work will be so amazing with these! Great find, thanks for sharing!

[@LukeGottliebArt]

If someone was to make these, it would be Faber Castell. Always use their pencils in my videos. Just the best out there.

[@peter.g6618]

Hi Kirsty, what a beautiful drawing of your 2 beautiful children. Looks amazing. Love your vids. Thank you for sharing. 👍👌❤

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thank you so much 😊

[@teresitasomoza19]

This was the first video I saw of this channel and I’m thinking this is my favorite

[@Ceares]

been wibbling over getting these because I don't do a ton of graphite drawing anymore and I certainly don't need another art supply. This pushed me over the edge. It's my birthday so why not. Just ordered them.

[@thegoodthebadandtheugly579]

So happy for your daughter and son! 😇 well done!

[@billphilips8522]

i got that pencil and yes, my life was changed. all of a sudden, i am rich, have women throwing themselves at me, and my I.Q now is 150. thank god i bought this "life changing" pencil. my life is 1000 percent better than it was before!!

[@dianeo]

Lovely work!!! Super helpful info here. Glad you showed your husband's reaction to the piece. ❤

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Thank you glad you found it helpful! I was so happy my husband liked the drawing

[@edwardlynch3988]

Hi Kirsty Nice to see you back I bought your art legacy course last year I’m drawing and painting a lot with it cant leave it alone it’s great can’t wait to use these new graphite pencils with my course thanks for giving a 30 day money back option it was very nice of you I’m sure every one kept it like me

[@KirstyPartridgeArt]

Aww thank you for the lovely message Edward. So glad you are enjoying the legacy collection 🥰

[@asheronsruf1455]

Hello kristy, sorry for me english.. and thnx for testing us graphite matt pencils. I live in nürnberg / germany and work for this company directly in the headquarter Faber- CASTELL in Stein/ nürnberg. I work in producion , we also produce all colored ( polychromos as example) and graphite pencils here😊. This graphite matt pencils are newer product , and we try to escape the shiny effect , an its work i hope👍. I know you art, and its really fantastic, i love it so much. I draw too a bit , cause i can get all materials in us headquarter shop here a bit cheaper of cause😉. Big greetings from Faber - Castell community here and please never stop drawing this fantastic pictures✌✌✌

[@lynnswango8768]

Beautiful children and a great portrait of them! Thanks for your review of these pencils - a need to buy!

[@leesvision]

Nice !! I use regular Faber Castell 2h through 8b regular pencils for all my graphite work, and the dark ones do leave a good bit of shine, I spray it with a matte sealer but it can make the drawing look printed or unnaturally flat. I may have to try these in the future