Charcoals

Soft, deep black charcoal for drawing, sketching, studies, volume, shading and expressive mark-making, produced through traditional wood carbonisation.

Pébéo charcoal is an essential tool for drawing, studies and sketching. Its natural texture delivers a smooth, even stroke, ideal for establishing construction lines, silhouettes and capturing the movement of the hand. It offers great freedom of expression and adapts easily to a wide range of graphic approaches.

Made using a traditional wood carbonisation process, Pébéo charcoal stands out for its deep, matte and well-balanced black. This rich tonality makes it easy to create subtle contrasts, strong shadow areas and nuanced gradations, all essential for building volume and depth.

An expressive medium by nature, it is suitable for beginners, illustrators and professional life-drawing artists alike. Easy to blend, layer or lift for reserve effects, Pébéo charcoal is perfect for enhancing drawing techniques and bringing dynamic, sensitive compositions to life, backed by the expertise of Pébéo.