Derwent Inktense Blocks

Release creativity with Derwent Inktense Blocks, a wonderfully versatile art medium that combines the rich colour intensity of Inktense pencils with the freedom and coverage of easy-to-use blocks. Ideal for schools, nurseries, art rooms and home creative spaces, these blocks are perfect for artists who enjoy experimenting with colour and technique.

These water-soluble blocks can be used dry for bold sketching and shading or activated with water to create vibrant, translucent ink-like washes. Once dry, the colour becomes permanent, making it easy to layer additional shades and details without disturbing previous work. This unique quality makes them brilliant for mixed media projects, layered artwork and even textile decoration on materials such as silk or cotton.

The block format is especially useful for covering larger areas quickly, creating expressive marks and exploring broader strokes than traditional pencils. They are excellent for classroom art activities, allowing children and students to experiment with painting, blending and mark-making in a more tactile way.

Supplied in a practical storage tin, each block is kept neatly organised and secure, making storage and transport simple between classrooms, studios or outdoor sketching sessions. Available in multiple pack sizes with a wide range of vivid colours.

• High-quality Derwent Inktense Blocks
• Water-soluble blocks for drawing and painting techniques
• Use dry or add water for vibrant ink-like effects
• Permanent once dry for easy layering
• Ideal for mixed media and textile projects
• Wide range of vivid, assorted colours
• Perfect for covering larger areas
• Supplied in a convenient storage tin
• Available in packs of 12 and 24.