{"product_id":"carra©s-esquisse-sketching-pastel-crayons-black-b-2-per-pack-2-packs","title":"Carrés Esquisse Sketching Pastel Crayons, Black B, 2 Per Pack, 2 Packs","description":"\u003cp\u003eAchieve expressive depth and contrast with Conté à Paris Carrés Esquisse Sketching Pastel Crayons, Black B, Set of 2. Each square crayon features a smooth, slightly softer core than Conté pencils, ideal for building tonal values and bold, dramatic sketches. The Black B variation provides rich, velvety coverage perfect for shading, outlining, and defining form on paper or toned surfaces. Excellent for studies, figure drawing, and mixed-media layering, these crayons blend effortlessly with White, Red, and Bistre Conté tones. The B grade offers soft laydown for controlled linework, subtle gradients, and expressive mark-making in professional and academic art settings. Sold as 2 packs with 2 per pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, velvety pigment: The Black B formulation delivers intense, saturated color ideal for creating deep shadows, outlines, and bold contrasts in sketching and figure studies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth and blendable: Slightly softer core produces rich, even color application with clean gradations and easy smudging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile square (carré) design: Flat edges create broad tonal areas while corners allow crisp lines and fine details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean handling and coverage: Engineered to lay down evenly with minimal dust, preserving both texture and precision in every stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtisan tradition: Made by Conté à Paris, trusted since 1795 for exceptional materials used by artists around the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted Conté à Paris Quality: A heritage brand known for craftsmanship, pigment strength, and precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Conté à Paris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52789154578729,"sku":"CTE750402-2","price":11.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0922\/8350\/2889\/files\/7dbeb18b82ddcc6479153e00c0bcba3e0445e58c.jpg?v=1772521235","url":"https:\/\/gramcoschoolsupplies.com\/products\/carra%c2%a9s-esquisse-sketching-pastel-crayons-black-b-2-per-pack-2-packs","provider":"Gramco School Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}