Nitram Sharpening Bloc

The Nitram Sharpening Bloc is an essential studio tool for artists who want precise control over their charcoal points. Designed for use with Nitram Fine Art Charcoal, this sharpening surface allows you to shape sticks to a needle‑fine edge or create broad, flat planes for expressive mark‑making.

The durable abrasive surface provides consistent, even sharpening without the mess or fragility of traditional sandpaper blocks. Ideal for life drawing, detailed rendering, and tonal studies, the Nitram Sharpening Bloc helps you achieve the exact point, edge, or bevel your drawing requires.

Features:

• Designed specifically for Nitram Fine Art Charcoal

• Durable abrasive surface for long‑lasting use

• Allows precision shaping: fine points, flat edges, and custom bevels

• Produces consistent results without excessive dust

• Lightweight and easy to handle in the studio or classroom

Why Artists Love It:

• Achieve razor‑sharp charcoal points for detail work

• Shape broad edges for expressive strokes

• Cleaner and more durable than sandpaper pads

• Perfect for figure drawing, portraiture, and tonal rendering