Ever dreamed of becoming a real artist and impressing your friends with your newfound talent? With Artist's Eye, you can unleash your creativity and transform your artistic skills overnight. This innovative utility allows you to draw or paint using a real pen or pencil on paper or canvas, making your journey to becoming an artist both fun and educational.
To get started, simply select a model picture, such as a photo, and as you draw, view your work through your phone or tablet equipped with a camera. The app overlays the model semi-transparently on top of your drawing, guiding you to accurately outline the contours. It's reminiscent of the centuries-old camera lucida technique (see here).
For the best results, secure your phone on a support stand to keep it steady, freeing up both hands to focus on your artwork. This method isn't about cheating; it's a modern approach to learning and refining your skills.
Don't miss the instructional video to understand how to use Artist's Eye effectively. Some users have given low ratings due to a lack of understanding of the app's functionality. A helpful tip: on newer Samsung and LG phones without a menu button, you can access the menu by long-pressing the task switching button.
Artist's Eye has garnered recognition, earning an Honorable Mention in the Most Innovative App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2013 (link, archive) and securing second place in the Best Art App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2014 (link).
This free trial version is supported by ads. If you enjoy the app, consider supporting 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).
