a mix of live action shots by photographer THE SECRET LIVES

The matt finish is perfect when you don't want glare or reflections messing with the look of your work

Is this pad compatible with Indian ink and rapidograph pens

deep shading

8mm wax-and-oil core lays down smoothly with strong pigment saturation

talens 063 charcoal fixative 1000 ml Os Gemeos a mix of live actionUnlike the 061 pastel formula, the Talens 063 is built to slightly darken and deepen what it's sprayed over because charcoal and graphite particles absorb the liquid quickly, the fixed areas come out a touch more transparent and contrasty than they looked dry. That's useful for charcoal and heavy graphite work specifically, where it adds visual depth rather than just locking the dust in place. It still does the core job too: binding loose carbon