Caran dAche Neocolor Pastels (40 Colors) (7000.340) Comes with 40 vibrant colors in reusable, durable metal case Neocolor pastels can be used dry as normal pastels or as colored wax-resist with art projects that include water or water colors Lasts twice as long as normal pastels or crayons More vivid and heavy than normal pastels, capable of drawing on dark, even black paper with their exceptional covering power and will draw on multiple surfaces, including papers, plastics, cloth, wood, illuminated signs and more Artist grade pastels are suitable for amateurs and professionals alike and will produce expert-quality color and coverage