Blackwing Limited Edition Vol.2 [The Light & Dark Pencil]

Blackwing limited edition Volume 2 pencils - The Light & Dark pencil

Blackwing Volume 2 serves as a tribute to the role of art in effecting change. With its distinctive cracked glow-in-the-dark design and specially crafted 2X Firm Graphite, it represents a celebration of the impact that art has had on our world over the past five decades. Illuminate your creative journey with Blackwing 2, where art meets progress in every stroke.

The story
In 1973, art emerged as a powerful force amidst a backdrop of cultural transformation. The world was grappling with the aftermath of the Vietnam War, and optimism from the midcentury was giving way to uncertainty. Even art created for mass appeal took on a darker, more introspective tone during this time. Notably, 1973 witnessed the release of "The Exorcist," the highest-grossing movie of the year, and Pink Floyd's iconic album, "The Dark Side of the Moon," both of which offered glimpses into the cultural landscape of that era.

The subsequent year brought forth a new wave of art, with films like "Chinatown" and albums like Bob Marley's "Natty Dread," shining a spotlight on a world in need of change. These works of art not only reflected the issues of their time but also equipped people with the tools to comprehend and navigate a complex world. Art has always served as a mirror to society, helping us process intricate issues and paving the way for progress. As Leonard Cohen once eloquently put it, "There is a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in." Art has the profound ability to create these cracks in the world's darkest places, allowing the light of knowledge to shine through.

Fast forward fifty years, and the Blackwing 2 pencil pays homage to the transformative power of art. Each pencil boasts a unique cracked glow-in-the-dark design, symbolising the duality of art and the challenging realities that inspire it. Moreover, these pencils are equipped with our firmest graphite yet – a special 2X firm graphite meticulously formulated for this exclusive release.