Let me start by saying, these gel crayons are a dream to work with! The creamy texture glides effortlessly on paper, wood, and canvas, making them perfect for backgrounds or first layers in coloring projects. The 72 vibrant colors pop beautifully, especially on dark paper.

What I love most is their versatility. Use them dry for bold strokes or add water to create stunning watercolor effects. The metallic shades are particularly gorgeous! They blend like a dream and layer beautifully without getting tacky.

As an art teacher with decades of experience, I can confidently say these are professional-grade at an affordable price. The pigment saturation is incredible - it's like drawing with pure color. They work wonderfully over other mediums too, including watercolor and acrylics.

However, there are a few drawbacks. Some users reported receiving used or defective sticks (mine were perfect though). Also, while the color range is excellent, I wish there were more white sticks for blending purposes.

Cleanup is surprisingly easy - just a quick wipe and you're ready for your next masterpiece. Whether you're into Bible journaling, adult coloring books, or mixed media projects, these gel sticks will elevate your artwork to new levels!