Derwent Inktense Colour Pencils Tin of 24

Inktense pencils differ from watercolour in one way that changes how you work: once dry, the colour is permanent. That means a second layer can go over the first without lifting it, which watercolour will not allow.

Why Inktense rather than watercolour

• Becomes permanent once dry, so layers do not disturb each other
• Ink-like intensity from highly pigmented colour
• Works on paper, fabric and other surfaces
• 24 colours in a durable metal tin
• Suits both detailed drawing and expressive washes

Pencil details

What you can make

• Layered illustration where each pass stays put
• Fabric work, since the colour sets permanently
• Detailed drawing with expressive washes over it
• Mixed media and experimental techniques

Pairs well with

Watercolour and mixed media pads, Yupo papers, watercolour brushes, and fixative spray for finished pieces.

Common questions

What does permanent once dry mean in practice?
Once a layer has dried, adding water over it will not lift or move it. That is what allows clean layering, and it is the main difference from watercolour.

Can I use them on fabric?
Yes. The permanence once dry is why Inktense is used on fabric where watercolour would wash out.

Should I buy these or the watercolour pencils?
Choose Inktense for layering and fabric, watercolour for blending and lifting. They do different jobs and many artists keep both.

Where can I buy Derwent Inktense in the UAE?
Order online before 1 PM for next-day delivery anywhere in the UAE, or collect free from our Barsha Heights store in Dubai.

Delivery, pickup and returns

Is this item in stock?
Stock shows above the add to cart button. Anything in stock can be delivered next day or reserved for same-day pickup at our Barsha Heights store; message us on WhatsApp at +971 56 605 9476 to reserve.

What does delivery cost and how fast is it?
Delivery is free on orders of AED 300 and above. Orders above AED 100 and below AED 300 ship at AED 12, and orders of AED 100 or less at AED 20. Order before 1:00 PM UAE time for next-day delivery anywhere in the UAE, Dubai and all other Emirates alike. We deliver within the UAE only.

Can I collect from the store?
Yes. Pickup is free from Sheikha Noora Tower, 1st Floor, 109, Barsha Heights, Dubai, open Monday to Sunday, 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

How can I pay?
Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and cash on delivery. All prices include 5% VAT.

What is the returns policy?
Items damaged in transit or with a manufacturing defect can be returned within 7 days of delivery, unused and in original condition. The full policy is on our refund policy page.