Since their origin in 1930 Kimberly watercolor pencils have been created from the finest artist pigments. Originally termed the "indelible pencils" Kimberly watercolor pencils were primarily used as permanent markers for legal documents. More than 70 years later these watercolor pencils are still premium artist quality drawing and painting tools. Ideal for colored pencil drawing as well as adding a wash look with a wet brush they're great for fine art back to school rubber stamping and paper crafting.