Whether you are a novice or an expert, this charcoal sketch set will make you feel professional. The wooden sketch pencils are black and come in soft, medium or hard charcoal, so they can help you out no matter your sketch project. The 12 piece set comes in protective packing to avoid damage to the pencils. Included in the package is a pencil cap protector, that prevents everyday damage to the charcoal, that can also be used as a pencil extender.