Natural Vine Charcoal for Expressive, Erasable Sketching
Grumbacher Vine Charcoal is a traditional drawing material beloved by artists for its soft texture and natural feel. Made by burning hand-selected grape vines at high temperatures, this charcoal offers a deep, rich tone perfect for gesture drawing, value studies, and expressive mark-making. Because it contains no binding agents, it crumbles naturally as you draw and erases easily—ideal for loose, intuitive sketches and revisions.
Each stick measures approximately 5-3/4" long and 0.25" in diameter, though sizes may vary slightly due to its natural composition. The soft structure allows for smooth application on paper but requires a gentle touch to prevent breakage. Whether you're sketching figures, still lifes, or atmospheric studies, Grumbacher Vine Charcoal provides a timeless and responsive medium that’s perfect for developing your drawing skills.
Key Features
- Made from hand-selected grape vines burned at high temperatures
- Soft, dark charcoal with no binding agents
- Crumbles naturally and erases easily
- Approx. 5-3/4" x 0.25" sticks (sizes may vary slightly)
- Made in the USA
Perfect For
- Creating soft, gestural lines and expressive sketches
- Figure drawing and still life studies
- Value studies and tonal exploration
- Use on all types of drawing paper
- Artists who prefer traditional, natural materials
