World’s MOST EXPENSIVE Colored Pencils vs. $30 Alternative

In this video I test the expensive Holbein colored pencils against the $28 set of Woomer colored pencils and I was shocked by the amazing results. This is a high quality pencil at a great price!

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⏱️⏱️VIDEO CHAPTERS⏱️⏱️
00:00 Intro
01:00 getting started
03:03 how does optical blending compare to other pencils?
04:24 do they work with solvent?
05:32 do they layer?
07:10 are they lightfast?
09:17 final verdict on these

[LanaGloschatArt]

There have been several questions about lightfastness. Here is what Woomer shared with me, along with a pdf of their formal testing that included pictures and standardization of their process (not sure how to share that here... sorry)

From Woomer:
The report rates from 1 to 5, where 5 indicates the highest level of lightfastness and 1 the lowest. This differs from the more common 1-8 scale.
Our tests, including those detailed in the GST report, primarily adhere to the ASTM D6901 standard. Below, I've outlined the main standards used for measuring lightfastness to provide a clearer understanding:

**ASTM D6901-15 for Colored Pencils:**
- **Range**: I to V
- **Details**:
- **Category I**: Excellent lightfastness
- **Category II**: Very good lightfastness
- **Category III**: Good lightfastness
- **Category IV**: Fair lightfastness
- **Category V**: Poor lightfastness

**Blue Wool Scale (European Standard EN ISO 105):**
- **Range**: 1 to 8 (with 8 being the highest degree of lightfastness)
- **Details**: A higher number indicates better resistance to light-induced fading.

[ancientimmie]

The Woomers look like they're more pigmented than the Holbeins. I've discovered that with inexpensive sharpeners my Prismas core are horrible. However if I use a Monius and Rooper brass sharpener thye're still really good. Then again I used my pencils to adult color.

[kathycleriucuzio]

Do you know if the lightfast results are the same as the testing done by CPSA? Or are they their own? JW. TY

[vupps]

I immediately went to amazon and purchased these pencils. You are such an amazing artist. It was so nice to get something that is approved like an expert artist like you. Thank you! Even though I didn’t need to get it (oh by the way it had gone up a couple of dollars to $30 something when I bought them) but there isn’t that satisfaction that even a cheaper pencil can do such an amazing job. I am so glad I found your channel and follow your tutorials. Thank you again.

[isirat]

I checked them out on Amazon and sadly where I live (Austria) I would have to pay the same price as for a set of FC polychromos. Hope that changes in the future. So here the Chromaflow are still a good budget option. Still good to know that the Woomer are out there. Very beautiful rose artwork - I love it!

[UTleochi]

Fantastic drawing! You’re a real pro - not everybody would achieve such results with high end pencils, let alone cheaper pencils. :D Kudos to you. 🤩

[vilma]

Love the second picture. More realistic and vibrant. Thanks for the lesson

[DesertAZ]

I am working with Woomer pencils and I like them very much. They are close to my S. Farben oil based pencils. Please note that I am a rank beginner. Thank you for bringing the Woomer pencils to our attention.

[Morticia]

Hmm, I was looking for their Hompage but couldn't find it, can you provide the Link? I would also like to know what system of testing lightfastness did they use. Because (I think Lachri did a Video about the Holbein ones, and they use a totally made up system). And the only way I found you can buy these, is always as a complete Set. So if I use up 1 or 2 Colors, I have to spend 30 Bucks for one or two pencils - seems extremly price for me.
I would still recommend a smaller set from an established company like Derwent, Caran d'Ache or Faber Castell, if you care about lightfastness and buying your pencils open stock. These pencils are cheep for a reason and there is definitely a catch. Testing for lightfastness is a long and expensive process, and they claim to do that for a childrens product.... Sorry, but I don't believe them.
And someone definitely doesn't need to spend 560 Bucks on CP to paint. But with the established brands you can start with a small set for the same money and stock up the colors you want step by step.

[sylviapubl]

Hi, Lana. Thank you for making all these helpful videos! Question: have you tried alcohol to blend CPs as an alternative to solvents? I cannot use any solvent...

[DesertAZ]

I listened to your discussion of the Woomer colored pencils and ordered them on Amazon. Thank you for providing information about them.

[evestree]

I really love watching you create. Your end results are divine!! Loving the vivid colors of this budget set! Thx for sharing ❤

[ivyseabreeze]

have you a lightfast test of the two brands?

[Tamar.]

When are these pencils available on Amazon in the Netherlands

[Fantamusue]

This is Amazing. I love them both but like the lighter color in first one. I appreciate the depth you go to in explaining how to do this. I have trouble with choosing my colors and would love to be able to color as wonderfully as you do but that's way in future....maybe. Thank you for referring me to this video and now I'm off to binge your other videos.

[bleuvertetforetdepin]

oh, more infos on the mysterious colored pencils !! thank you for sharing .

[dreamingtani]

These seem to work nicely and your rose turned out so beautiful! I was hoping to get my hands on some better pencils without breaking the bank soon and was looking forwards to your video on them. Sadly I can’t get these pencils where I am so I’ll have to keep my eyes open for a while longer I guess.

[clearwater]

Both are incredibly perfect pieces of art. You are an amazing artist, a perfectionist - as I personally adore, in the first place! Thank you very much for the information about these colour pencils, I really need something for a sketchbook that is not too expensive and yet "works". Thank you! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[harpersmythe]

Beautiful artwork Lana. Unfortunately the Woomer coloured pencils don’t seem to be available in the UK ☹️.

[ritawilbur]

OMG I'm only just now realizing you're the "new" Sketchbox tutorial person! Congratulations on the gig!