Conté à Paris 2B White Sketching Crayons, 12-Count — Soft, Blendable Highlights for Drawing

These sketching crayons from Conté à Paris are crafted for artists who want dependable white marks to lift contrast and define form. Each crayon in this pack is formulated with natural pigments, fine clay, and a cellulose ether binder to produce a creamy, easy-to-control stroke. The compact plastic storage box protects the set and keeps tools organized in the studio or on the go.

How do these 2B white crayons affect highlight work?

The 2B softness gives a luminous yet controllable white that layers smoothly over paper, charcoal, and sanguine underdrawings. They are ideal for building subtle gradations without overpowering midtones.

• Soft, creamy laydown for smooth transitions
• Good opacity for lifting focal highlights
• Compatible with dry media like charcoal and graphite

What materials and pigments are used in the Conte à Paris whites?

Conté formulates these crayons using natural components: iron oxides, carbon black, titanium dioxide for colour, kaolin clay for body, and cellulose ether as a binder. The result is a traditional, archival-feeling sketching medium with predictable handling.

• Titanium dioxide provides bright, high-opacity white
• Kaolin clay contributes to a smooth, tooth-friendly texture
• Cellulose binder ensures uniform mark-making and minimal dust

Are these crayons easy to store and carry?

This set ships in a sturdy plastic storage box designed to keep the crayons protected and sorted. The compact case fits into sketch bags and studio drawers, making it practical for life in the classroom or plein air practice.

• Durable plastic box protects tips and edges
• Compact footprint for convenient transport
• Organized layout helps quickly select the right stick

How do I use these with other drawing media?

White 2B crayons work well as finishing accents over darker bases like sanguine, bistre, graphite, or charcoal. Apply lightly for veiled highlights or press firmer for strong, reflective points.

• Layer over charcoal for crisp light zones
• Combine with sanguine to enrich warm highlights
• Use blending stumps or fingers for softening edges

Who is this for: Artists, students, and illustrators seeking reliable white sketching sticks will find this Conté à Paris 12-pack useful. The set is particularly suited to those who refine contrast and detail—portrait artists, figure drawers, and mixed-media sketchers who need a versatile white accent tool in a protected, portable case.