DownloadDo you dream of becoming a real artist? Surprise your friends and unleash your creativity with the Artist's Eye app. This innovative tool lets you draw or paint using a real pen or pencil on paper or canvas, transforming your artistic journey.
To get started, select a model picture, such as a photo, and view your drawing or painting through your phone or tablet's camera. The app overlays the model semi-transparently on top of your work, guiding you as you outline contours, similar to the centuries-old technique of camera lucida obscura (see here).
For the best experience, attach your device to a support stand to keep it steady, freeing up both hands to create. This method is not cheating; it's a new and effective way to work and learn art.
Watch the instructional video to understand how to use Artist's Eye effectively. Reviews indicate that users who rate the app poorly often misunderstand its use. A helpful hint: on newer Samsung and LG phones without a menu button, access the menu by long-pressing the task-switching button.
Awards:
- Honorable Mention in the Most Innovative App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2013 (link, archive).
- Second place in the Best Art App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2014 (link).
This is an ad-supported free trial version of Artist's Eye. If you enjoy using the app, please support its development by purchasing the ad-free version.
Artist's Eye has been successfully tested on various devices including the Samsung Galaxy S II (Android 2.3.3), Samsung Galaxy 10.1" tab (Android 3.1), HTC Flyer tab (Android 2.3.4), and Sony Xperia Z2 compact (Android 4.4.4).
