Gueevin 100 Pieces Willow Charcoal Sticks, Willow Charcoal, Soft Black Drawing Charcoal for Sketching and Drawing Art Sketch Artists Supplies, 5.7 Inch in Length (2-4, 4-5, 5-7 mm)

First Impressions & Packaging Returning to sketching after some time away, I needed a complete, reliable set to get my hands back into the medium. The Gueevin 100 Pcs Soft Willow Charcoal Sticks set arrived meticulously packed. Willow charcoal is notoriously fragile, but the packaging kept the sticks intact with very minimal breakage during transit. The addition of dedicated holders is a massive bonus, keeping your hands relatively clean and preventing the thin sticks from snapping mid-stroke. Paper Pairing & Performance I have been using these sticks on Strathmore 300 series charcoal and sketch paper, and the combination works quite well. The medium texture (tooth) of the 300 series paper grabs the soft willow beautifully without chewing through the sticks too quickly. The core strength of this kit is the outstanding assortment of four distinct thicknesses: • 2–4mm & 4–5mm: These thinner sticks are incredibly expressive and hold a decent point for fine line work and structural sketching. • 5–7mm & 7–9mm: The thicker sticks are beautifully soft, letting you lay down deep, rich dark values and smooth gradients over large background areas instantly. The charcoal itself is wonderfully consistent. It glides across the Strathmore paper without that gritty, scratchy resistance you often find in cheap, low-grade alternatives. It blends out smoothly with a tortillon, chamois, or finger, making it highly responsive to both additive and subtractive drawing techniques. Value Breakdown With 100 pieces included, the sheer volume of high-quality willow sticks you get makes this an exceptional bargain. You don't have to ration your supplies while practicing or warming up your technical skills. It functions perfectly as an all-in-one replenishment kit. Pros: • Excellent Diameter Selection: Features four versatile size ranges to seamlessly handle everything from fine lines to broad shading. • Perfect Paper Compatibility: Grabs onto standard media like Strathmore 300 series beautifully for smooth blending. • Included Stick Holders: Protects the thinnest charcoal sticks from breaking while keeping charcoal dust off your fingers. • Incredible Bulk Value: Provides a massive 100-piece count at a price point that makes daily practice affordable. Cons: • Naturally Messy Medium: As with all high-quality, soft willow charcoal, it produces significant dust, so a workable fixative spray is essential when you finish. Final Verdict This collection is an absolute home run for anyone trying to get back into sketching. Because it delivers a great selection, nice holders, and a great value, it has worked out perfectly for my studio setup. I am easily giving this a 5 out of 5 stars rating and highly recommend it to both beginners and returning artists alike.

My sister use this for her heart school and it does what it's supposed to do. No complaints from her and

Such a great find!! Good quality and great storage containers. Excellent value for the money. Very pleased!!

Great quality product and the sticks make handling very convenient [image of a piece i drew using them for reference]... worth the money for sure!

Excellent value for what you get!