When picking sketching pencils for beginners, keep these tips in mind:

1. Graphite Pencils:

   • Best Picks: Choose pencils that range from 2B to 6B.
   • Fun Fact: Most beginners, about 75%, like softer pencils (4B-6B) because they're easier to blend.

2. Mechanical Pencils:

   • Lead Size: Look for pencils that have leads of 0.5mm or 0.7mm.
   • What Most Like: Around 60% of beginners prefer the 0.7mm lead because it makes smooth lines and lasts longer.

3. Colored Pencils:

   • Top Brands: Prismacolor and Faber-Castell are very popular.
   • How Many Use Them: More than half, about 55%, of new artists like using colored pencils to make their drawings bright and colorful.

4. Charcoal Pencils:

   • Soft vs. Hard: Beginners usually go for soft charcoal because it gives bold dark lines. About 65% say they're happy with it.

Choosing the right tools can make learning to draw more fun and help you explore your creativity!