POSCA Pigment Marker PC-5M, 8-Piece Portrait Colours Set, Waterproof, Lightfast, Odourless, Round Tip PC5M/8APF ASS77

Artists and illustrators working on portraits and mixed-media projects will appreciate this 8-piece set of POSCA PC-5M pigment markers. The round medium tip delivers a consistent 1.8–2.5 mm line, ideal for colouring, detailing, and layering on paper, fabric, wood, metal, plastic, glass, and stone. The water-based pigment ink is opaque, quick-drying, waterproof, lightfast, and odourless, making it suitable for both studio and classroom use.

Key specifications

• Marker type: Pigment marker
• Tip type: Round tip, medium (1.8–2.5 mm)
• Ink type: Water-based pigment ink
• Number of markers: 8
• Colour palette: Portrait colours
• Ink properties: Waterproof, lightfast, odourless, opaque
• Drying time: Quick-drying
• Applicable surfaces: Multi-surface (paper, fabric, wood, metal, plastic, glass, stone)
• Removability: Removable on non-porous surfaces, permanent on porous surfaces
• Non-toxic: Yes
• UV resistance: High
• Shake mechanism: Ball agitator inside barrel
• Barrel material: Plastic
• Cap type: Vented safety cap

Why choose it

POSCA markers are known for their versatility and reliability. The PC-5M's medium round tip bridges the gap between fine detail and broad coverage, while the portrait colour palette is curated for skin tones and natural hues. The ink is odourless and non-toxic, making it safe for users of all ages, and the vented safety cap prevents choking hazards. Once dry, the ink resists water and fading, ensuring your work lasts.

Ideal use cases

• Portrait illustration and character design
• Mixed-media art on canvas, wood, or fabric
• Customising objects like phone cases, mugs, or sneakers
• Scrapbooking, journaling, and card making
• Classroom art projects

Good to know

Shake the marker well before use to mix the pigment, then press the tip on a scrap surface to prime the ink flow. On non-porous surfaces, the ink can be removed with water or a mild cleaner before it cures; on porous surfaces it becomes permanent. The markers are refillable and the tips are replaceable, extending their lifespan.