Pencil Sharpeners

Different types of sharpeners are available for the various needs of an artist. Handheld pencil sharpeners are convenient and portable. Canister pencil sharpeners reduce mess with a receptacle for collecting pencil shavings. Use a flat sketch pencil sharpener to sharpen flat sketching and carpenter's pencils. Sandpaper blocks are useful for pointing pencils, 2mm leads and pastels.