Natural Vine Charcoal for Expressive, Erasable Sketching

Grumbacher Vine Charcoal is a traditional drawing material beloved by artists for its soft texture and natural feel. Made by burning hand-selected grape vines at high temperatures, this charcoal offers a deep, rich tone perfect for gesture drawing, value studies, and expressive mark-making. Because it contains no binding agents, it crumbles naturally as you draw and erases easily—ideal for loose, intuitive sketches and revisions.

Each stick measures approximately 5-3/4" long and 0.25" in diameter, though sizes may vary slightly due to its natural composition. The soft structure allows for smooth application on paper but requires a gentle touch to prevent breakage. Whether you're sketching figures, still lifes, or atmospheric studies, Grumbacher Vine Charcoal provides a timeless and responsive medium that’s perfect for developing your drawing skills.

Key Features

• Made from hand-selected grape vines burned at high temperatures
• Soft, dark charcoal with no binding agents
• Crumbles naturally and erases easily
• Approx. 5-3/4" x 0.25" sticks (sizes may vary slightly)
• Made in the USA

Perfect For

• Creating soft, gestural lines and expressive sketches
• Figure drawing and still life studies
• Value studies and tonal exploration
• Use on all types of drawing paper
• Artists who prefer traditional, natural materials