Best apps...For developing artistic skills
Learn to Draw Digital Sketchbook, How to Draw—Easy Lessons, and more
Learn to Draw Digital Sketchbook offers an instructional program for iPad users “that’s like being taught to draw by a human teacher.” As you create a drawing on your screen, it talks you through the process step by step. (Free, iPad)
How to Draw: With Artist Matt Busch has users work on paper, but it’s better for learning to draw people. Tapping on a section of each displayed portrait opens boxes that provide guidance on re-creating that particular area. ($2, iOS)
How to Draw—Easy Lessons “is a good app for learning basic skills.” Designed for children, the app presents cartoon illustrations for users to mimic line by line with a touch of their finger. “Like a digital coloring book,” the app gives a user the option of filling in drawings with color. (Free, iOS and Android)
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