White Conté à Paris is the classic square (“carré”) sketching crayon used by artists for generations.
Its kaolin‑clay base and natural pigments produce a dense, opaque white that sits cleanly on top of charcoal, graphite, and toned papers without sinking or smudging.
The carré profile offers exceptional control: use the sharp edge for precise highlights and fine linear accents, or angle the flat side for broad, expressive shading. This versatility makes White Conté a staple in portrait work, figure drawing, charcoal studies, and mixed‑media sketching.
Why artists choose White Conté:
- High‑opacity white for crisp, bright highlights
- Clean application over charcoal and graphite
- Square shape for precision + broad strokes
- Excellent on toned, charcoal, and mixed‑media papers
- Durable, low‑dust, classroom‑friendly
Classroom Use: Perfect for Grades 7–12 charcoal units, portrait blocks, and mixed‑media studies. Students get bright, controlled highlights without the smudging or residue common with softer white charcoal.
Teacher Notes:
White Conté stays crisp on top of charcoal, helping students maintain intentional edges and clear contrast. The square shape supports controlled mark‑making and works beautifully for portrait highlights, figure drawing, and toned‑paper studies.
Safety & Compliance — California Proposition 65:
This product contains titanium dioxide in respirable dust form, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. This warning applies to airborne pigment dust, not normal drawing use.
