Volume 143 is our tribute to Frida Kahlo. Each pencil features soft graphite and a floral design inspired by Frida’s iconic imagery. The model number 143 is a nod to the 143 paintings commonly attributed to her over the course of her life. Contains our Soft graphite core.
Blackwing’s story begins in the 1930s, when the original 602 pencil became a favorite among writers, artists, animators, and musicians, including John Steinbeck and Chuck Jones. After the pencil was discontinued in 1998, devoted fans kept the legend alive until Blackwing was revived in 2010 for a new generation of makers.
Today, Blackwing creates beautifully made pencils, notebooks, and analog tools designed to encourage a slower, more intentional creative process. Its limited-edition Volumes series also celebrates people, places, and moments that have shaped creative culture.
Volume 143 is our tribute to Frida Kahlo. Each pencil features soft graphite and a floral design inspired by Frida’s iconic imagery. The model number 143 is a nod to the 143 paintings commonly attributed to her over the course of her life. Contains our Soft graphite core.
Blackwing’s story begins in the 1930s, when the original 602 pencil became a favorite among writers, artists, animators, and musicians, including John Steinbeck and Chuck Jones. After the pencil was discontinued in 1998, devoted fans kept the legend alive until Blackwing was revived in 2010 for a new generation of makers.
Today, Blackwing creates beautifully made pencils, notebooks, and analog tools designed to encourage a slower, more intentional creative process. Its limited-edition Volumes series also celebrates people, places, and moments that have shaped creative culture.