Here is the basics on penciling. If you're just starting out, you don't have to buy a expensive set, here's a link to a inexpensive set: https://www.amazon.com/PANDAFLY-Professional-Drawing-Sketching-Pencil/dp/B08ZMH7LJY/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=3O70ZK73CQ7HH&keywords=drawing+pencils&qid=1652977774&sprefix=drawing+pencils,aps,75&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1 Happy sketching and penciling! Grace and Peace.