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Faber-Castell Colors vs. Paper: A Tested Drawing How-To for Art Beginners… surprises await!

We recently dive-tested the Faber-Castell World Colors How to Draw Faces Kit, eager to see how its 40 skin-tone coloring pencils paired with paper held up for beginners. Our initial impression was pleasant—the pencil tips glided smoothly, providing rich, blendable shades that ranged from porcelain to deep mahogany. The paper, described as smooth yet durable, accepted the marks well without excessive toothiness, which was a bonus for layering. What surprised us was how intuitive the included tutorial felt; the step-by-step guide on structuring eyes, noses, and lips made complex features approachable. We particularly appreciated the built-in mixing palette, though real mixing was minimal during our initial practice. Overall, the kit felt well-crafted, rewarding even those of us who considered ourselves natural beginners.