[Tiva]

I like charcoal, but just a warning it is really messy. I use a mixture of non permanent setting spray and hair spray for the final coat, I prefer charcoal made from willow, it doesn't crumble like some of the cheaper ones and can have a good range of shading.

What sorts of mediums are you interested in? And what is your price range and space? Because throwing clay pots requires a lot of money, and space, while sculpting 1 foot figures or painting dolls doesn't need much more than storage and drying space along with a desk space.