1. plural of penciller; people who draw, sketch, or write with a pencil
Usage: common in art and design contexts
2. in comic book and graphic novel production, artists who create the initial pencil drawings before inking
Usage: specialized; comics and illustration industry

Examples

• The pencillers in the art class spent hours perfecting their landscape sketches.
• Professional pencillers often work closely with inkers to complete comic book pages.
• Several talented pencillers contributed designs to the animation studio's project.
• The pencillers submitted their preliminary drawings before the final coloring stage began.
• Young pencillers can improve their skills by practicing daily observation and line work.