how do i stop pencil drawings fading?

Question

ive done a pencil drawing of a tiger for my art pre-a level study, it took ages and it turned out quite well, although i did it a few weeks ago and ive noticed its already started to fade, is there any way i can stop it and prevent it from fading more?

Answer 1

Keep it out of the sun. And don't touch it so much, put it in an glass frame or something. house lights are fine but sunlight will make it fade. Don't keep it in garages or basements either. you should put it in the glass as soon as possible. Be sure not to touch the pencil part too much or else it might smear.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 6

an application of fixative (spray can style protectant; sold in artist-supply stores under various brand-names) may help to preserve the qualities of your drawing. directions are on the can. I've heard of artists using inexpensive hair-spray to prevent damage; but I'm not sure whether hair-spray can prevent fading. of course its usually an excellent idea to test a new product first, to be sure it won't harm the art that matters most. :)



I've worked in both graphite and colored pencil for several decades and haven't heard of regular pencil (graphite) drawings fading in "average" conditions -- except over many decades. (on the other hand, colored-pencil drawings are known to have a greater chance of losing their original hues -- if placed/framed in direct sunlight.)



if storing an important drawing rather than framing it for display, I always place it loosely on a stiff & slightly larger cardboard -- and then cover it with a protective sheet of paper that is taped down on all 4 corners (just enough tape to prevent the drawing from slipping free and to allow me to easily remove the drawing later).



somehow I'm reminded of "acid-free" paper for artwork -- best for art that will be saved or framed. its a special paper (usually found in artist-supply stores) which won't turn yellow and become brittle over time -- because of how its made.



thanks for considering my personal thoughts/experience about your question. hopefully I've somehow helped you to arrive at your most-satisfying conclusions. best wishes.

Answer 7

Graphite is nomally considered a permanent medium... There's nothing much to "fade". Maybe you used a poor grade of paper?

You might try spraying it with a fixative... The kind used for charcoal drawings.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

Spray hairspray about a foot over the page.

Answer 10

Keep it out of sunlight if possible. Also, there are special sealers designed to prevent fading.