Richeson's professional, semi-hard pastel sticks are perfect for underpainting. Their square shape is ideal for shading, and they can also be sharpened to a point if desired. - Richeson Semi-Hard Square Pastel - Set of 18Square Semi Hard Pastels, 18 SET - This set contains White, Light Cadmium Red, Turquoise Green 1, Lemon Yellow, Purplish Red, Brown, Golden Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine, Burnt Umber, Naples Yellow, Permanent Blue, Genuine Umber, Dark Carmine, Light Blue, Paynes Gray, Mauve 2, Chinese Green, and Steel Gray, in a protective paper box.