How to use Derwent Inktense Blocks

A short video giving you quick and easy tips on how to use Inktense Blocks. The video covers using the block on it's side to cover large areas, using the side of the block as a pan of paint, splattering, using paint from the Grate 'n' Shake and other great techniques. Running time approx. 9 minutes.

[katherinemiddleton]

Does it matter that the result is not professional? Most of us are not and she is doing a demonstration on how do use a product...very helpful. If our work had to be fabulous all the time, none of us would create. The point is to enjoy yourself

[karenedgar]

Fabulous video. I can't wait to get these thank you for all the ideas. I have some inexpensive watercolor colored pencils but I'm ready for more fun. 👍🏼

[ARTmandaVlogs]

Just got these and the intense pencils. I'm so excited to try them out! :D

[OBSoLucky]

If the ink that is dried on the paper is permanent and can't be reblended, but can be layered... Does this mean that when you wet the block or pencil directly, when that part of the block or pencil dries it will have a fine layer of unblendable residue on it?

Is this noticeable when you next use the blocks or pencils?

Should you give the pencils a light sharpen before use if you've wet the point?

[derwent]

You can visit our website pencils.co.uk to find full information on where to buy our products.
The paper used in this video is the Derwent Watercolour paper pads. The surface is smooth rather than with a tooth and has been designed exclusively for us for use with our watersoluble products.

[rivwilson]

So the paint dries permanent. How does that work if you paint straight from the block would it then have a layer of permanent pigment?

[kimmieRH]

I just purchased 2 packs of the inktense pencils and 2 packs of the inktense blocks on ebay. (I paid less than $20 for all 4, Great deal) I have been wondering exactly what to do with the blocks. I bought them to use in my art journaling. This tutorial was very helpful. Thanks for posting. You were a pleasure to watch. :)

[gjschlink]

Great video for me. Two questions: where do I order the grater/shaker and the wrap you used on the block? I have not been able to find either anywhere, including amazon OR Derwent!!! Thank you for this video.

[LoraWilford]

Just got a set of 72 and have the pencils on the way. Played around with them yesterday and loved the vibrant colors and ease of use. They are amazing! Thanks for the demos to give me some ideas. Yesterday was just a test run and I'm loving what I can do with these!

[prosarosc]

thank you, what a great video and very nice presenter.

[amandajones]

This tutorial was amazing - WOW!!! I just love these Derwent blocks, they're incredible. Sorry about all the gushing over these, you did a great job of showing us how to use them and your painting with the buildings, where you used that purple colour to fill in the sky is so gorgeous. Just like the name says! Do you ever use the Derwent Inktense Pencils with the blocks? I saw another video where the artist used both, but, from the look of your painting, it doesn't seem that necessary, because you've drawn in the details with the blocks alone. Thank you for all the tips and tricks. Oh, BTW, can you use these blocks on fabric, like you can with the Inktense Pencils? Love from Amanda inside Melbourne, Australia ❤❤❤

[Criscosta]

I definetly NEED those blocks! Awesome product!

[NolwennPetitbois]

Wow this product looks fantastic. I knew the inktense pencils but not the blocks before now.
I have no idea where I can find then In Vancouver (Canada).

[Engelhafen]

People who buy these blocks should demand some quality control. I bought a 24 set and the blocks varied in size noticeably

[simonwatson]

I've just started using these for toy theatre scenery. The colours are indeed intense especially when watercolour is too weak. It takes a bit of practice before you can get beyond the "happy accident" stage. 

[anamullan]

Hi there can I use the blocks in mixed media work, for example with acrylics? Thank you.

[donnamcneil]

I made a color chart .after it was dry I took a damp brush and went across the lines and they lifted so I tried in on my pencils chart that I did almost a tear ago they also lifted so how are they permanent.

[manonbouchard]

I bought this product, Inktense block, and I hate it. Didnt like how it dry, the granulation when I use them like watercolor, the wash made with it is absolutly terrible. The pigment didnt dispersing well, the finition is ugly and like I see, its the same thing with your painter in this video. This product dont worth the Price. Water or alcool, nothing mix with it works well. Since, I lost the purchase proof, but If I had it, I go to a refund. Dont sell this product, don’t but it, that’s not worth the Price.

[hamerray]

I just got the Inktense Blocks and I had the Inktense Pencils for a long time. Well the blocks are so much more opaque then the pencils, when I take the color pigment off of the tip of the pencil particularly the darker colors with a wet brush they just lays down much more smoother than the blocks, The blocks tends to get grainy especially when you don’t use enough much water. I think the pencils are made a little different from the blocks the pencils must be wax based because if I touch the tip of the pencil with my finger I get no color pigment on my fingers tips.

[simash]

The subtitles on this video are interesting to say the least