Honoring 50 Years of Artistic Excellence

The Neocolor II Pastel 50th Anniversary Giveaway celebrates half a century of inspiring artists worldwide. Caran d’Ache invites you to be part of this milestone by offering a chance to win our iconic water-soluble pastels. Known for their exceptional quality and versatility, Neocolor II pastels have been a staple in artists’ toolkits, allowing for endless creative possibilities. This giveaway is our way of thanking the artistic community for their support and passion over the years.

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Enter to win one of five Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Pastel Sets.

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Prizes for the Neocolor II Giveaway

Pastel

Pop

Portrait

Lush

Dark

Pastel Assortment Metal Box of 10 Neocolor™ II Aquarelle

Calming pastel shades creating a modern and serene aesthetic.

3 exclusive colours:
714 Amazonite, 092 Light Heliotrope, 881 Peach Blossom
7 standard colours:
141 Sky Blue, 661 Cobalt Blue 5%, 041 Apricot, 521 Sahara Yellow, 011 Pale Yellow, 231 Lime Green, 002 Silver Grey

Pop Assortment Metal Box of 10 Neocolor™ II Aquarelle

A vibrant palette of bold and dynamic shades full of vitality.

3 exclusive colours:
591 Tyrian Pink, 573 Rose of Garance, 121 Light Lilac
7 standard colours:
090 Purple, 010 Yellow, 300 Fast Orange, 560 Light Cadmium Red (hue), 100 Purple Violet, 131 Periwinkle blue, 139 Indigo Blue

Portrait Assortment Metal Box of 10 Neocolor™ II Aquarelle

Earthly tones emphasizingnatural and realistic skin tones.

3 exclusive colours:
812 Light Peony Yellow, 531 Conch pearl, 593 Light wine lees
7 standard colours:
001 White, 051 Salmon, 589 Crimson Alizarin, 065 Russet, 069 Burnt Sienna, 045 Vandycke Brown, 099 Aubergine

Lush Assortment Metal Box of 10 Neocolor™ II Aquarelle

A luxurious palette of vibrant shades inspired by nature’s richness.

3 exclusive colours:
154 Skagen Blue, 681 Chrysoprase Green, and 246 Aucuba Green
7 standard colours:
159 Prussian Blue, 110 Lilac, 229 Dark Green, 201 Veronese Green, 220 Grass Green, 245 Light Olive 40%, 730 Chinese Green

Dark Assortment Metal Box of 10 Neocolor™ II Aquarelle

Deep and dramatic shades for refined ambiance.

3 exclusive colours:
526 Zinc Ochre, 096 Dark Garnet, 629 Caput Mortuum
7 standard colours:
508 Payne’s Grey 70%, 407 Sepia, 039 Olive Brown, 059 Brown, 589 Crimson Alizarin (hue), 225 Moss Green, 005 Grey

Official Giveaway Rules

Eligibility Criteria

Open to legal residents of the Continental USA, 18 years or older. One entry per person. Employees of COLORED PENCIL Magazine, Caran d’Ache, and their families are not eligible.

Entry Guidelines

Only one entry per person. Participants must complete the entry form on our website. Entries must be submitted before the deadline of 12/1/25 to qualify. 

Winner Selection

Five winners will be chosen at random from all eligible entries. The decision is final and binding.

Prize Details

Each winner will receive one of the Neocolor II Set. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.

Additional Terms

By entering, participants agree to abide by these rules and the decisions of the sponsor, which are final. Entrants will also be added to COLORED PENCIL Magazine and parent company Platte Productions, LLC email list to receive art related emails including related and sponsored art news, special offers, contest updates, and discounts. Usubscribe any time.

Enter the Neocolor II Giveaway Above!

Don’t miss your chance to win one of the exclusive Neocolor II Sets! Enter today and add a burst of color to your creative journey with these vibrant pastels.

A huge shout-out to our friends at Caran d’Ache for making this giveaway possible! They’ve been cheering on the COLORED PENCIL Magazine community for years with their amazing giveaways and support of the Art Competition. Their products set the gold standard for artists everywhere—so go ahead and check out their site by clicking on the logo below!