Greetings to all!

If earlier, to draw a picture, you needed a brush, easel, paints, etc. things, but now you can create without leaving your computer! 👌

Moreover, I want to note that the pictures created in some editor on a computer also cause great delight, as if it were a picture on canvas!

I will add that many mistakenly believe that it is easier to draw a picture on a computer than on a canvas. Move the cursor or even draw with graphics tablet nothing easier or faster!

Actually, this article is devoted to tools - after all, to draw a picture, you need special programs for drawing (note: graphic editors). Here they will be discussed below. (by the way, I will add that I chose free programs with support for all popular Windows: 7, 8, 10 (32|64 bits)).

👉 By the way!

I have another article on my blog about drawing. There is a special websites, meet other artists, find common ideas.

List of the best programs. Let's start drawing?

Before moving on to programs, I would like to dwell on one important issue - the type computer graphics. In general, there are two main types - vector and raster charts.

Raster drawing It is a canvas on which there are many multi-colored dots (pixels). Together, all these points look to the human eye, like some kind of picture (or photo).

Vector drawing consists of entities: line, segment, square, ellipse, etc., which are all interconnected. All these entities also form the most diverse pictures.

The main advantage of a vector drawing over a raster one is the ability to transform it in any way (for example, increase it) without losing quality. The computer, in fact, only needs to recalculate your picture according to the mat. formulas.

Raster graphics are convenient for creating high-quality photos and digital drawings. The most popular bitmap formats are . It is raster graphics that are most popular in our time (and that is why, in my article, the main focus is on programs for working with it).

Vector editors in the article: Gravit, DrawPlus, Inkscape.

Raster editors in the article: Paint, Gimp, ArtWeaver and more...

Paint

Raster editor

Basic program in Windows

How to run: go to the START menu, or press the Win + R buttons, enter the mspaint command in the "open" line and press Enter.

A very simple graphics editor designed not even for drawing, but for easy editing of pictures (add an inscription, an arrow, wipe something, cut one piece of the picture and paste it into another, save the screenshot, etc.).

Professionally, of course, you can hardly draw anything in Paint, but if we are talking about some very simple drawings, then the program can be used. At least if you are only at the very beginning of the journey, then why not try? 👌

gimp

Raster editor (partly vector)

The GNU Image Manipulation Program (or GIMP for short) is a very powerful free and multi-purpose image editor. This editor is very versatile: it can be used for drawing, or as a program for retouching digital photos, as a program for processing a package of pictures and publishing them (+ converting one format to another).

In addition, there are very interesting opportunities for creating step-by-step commands (scripts) that will automate routine tasks (and scripts can be really complex)!

Main advantages:

• drawing pictures and posters;
• support for graphics tablets (Wacom, Genius, etc.);
• draw web designs for sites, edit ready-made layouts from Photoshop;
• you can refresh your old photos, make them more juicy and bright;
• or poster;
• remove from photos extra elements(a bad shot can become a good one!);
• a huge collection of plug-ins for GIMP will allow you to solve a wide variety of tasks;
• program support Windows, Mac, Linux.

ArtWeaver

Raster editor (some analogue of Photoshop)

This program repeats many of the tools of such a popular editor as Adobe Photoshop. To edit ready-made pictures and draw new ones, there are a bunch of ready-made brushes of all types and sizes, different modes, imitation pencil, ink pen, oil brush, etc.

Main advantages:

• support for all popular graphic formats: GIF, JPEG, PCX, TGA, TIFF, PNG (including PSD and AWD);
• a huge number of tools for editing pictures: gradients, selections, fillings, etc.;
• plugin support;
• the presence of convenient tools for drawing: brushes, pencils, etc .;
• graphics tablet support (BIG plus for drawing lovers);
• many different filters: spot, blur, mosaic, masking, etc.;
• working with text layers;
• the possibility of consecutive undoing of their actions.
• support for all popular versions of Windows.

MyPaint

Raster editor

MyPaint - painted portrait of a girl

A popular raster graphics editor designed more for digital artists (those who like to draw). Represents an unlimited canvas (sheet) and a relatively simple interface on GTK +, without distracting the artist from the creative process - drawing.

Unlike the same Gimp, MyPaint has much less graph functionality. editor, but to your attention a huge dimensionless canvas; big number brushes, for a variety of tasks and for different functions (there are a lot of brushes, see the screen above).

MyPaint is a tool for painting with brushes on a PC screen in much the same way as you would on a real canvas. In addition to brushes, there are: crayons, charcoal, pencils, etc. It is difficult to resist if there is a craving for drawing ...

Main features:

• the program is specifically designed for drawing, so it has fewer options for editing existing pictures (i.e. there are no features such as selection, scaling, etc.);
• a huge set of brushes that can be customized: create and change groups, blur, mix colors, etc.;
• the program supports graphics tablet;
• the boundless canvas is very convenient in the process of drawing - nothing holds you back while creating;
• layer support: copy, paste, transparency settings, etc.;
• supported by Windows, Mac OS, Linux.

SmoothDraw

Raster

A free program for painting and those who like to draw by hand on a computer. The interface of the program is very simple, designed so that anyone who has just started as an artist can immediately start creating, without wasting time studying.

I want to immediately note that the program has a lot of brushes (pen, brush, airbrush, pencil, etc.), there are tools for retouching, working with layers, you can change the brightness, contrast, colors of pictures, add some effects.

Program features:

• many types of brushes for drawing: pencil, chalk, pen, airbrush, brush, spray, etc.;
• works with tablet PCs, supports graphic tablets;
• works with the following image formats: PNG, BMP, JPEG, JPG, TGA, JIF, GIF and TIFF;
• there are photo retouching tools;
• work with layers;
• the possibility of color correction;
• compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10.

Note! For SmoothDraw to work, your Windows version must be at least v2.0.

Paint.NET

Raster

Paint.NET- free editor pictures and photos for Windows. The main difference from other programs is that it uses an intuitive and innovative interface with support for layers, a dimensionless canvas, special effects, useful and powerful editing tools. (analogues of which are only in paid products).

Active and growing online support will help in case of non-standard problems. In addition, a lot of instructions have been written for the program, add. plugins to expand the possibilities.

Peculiarities:

• free for distribution and use;
• user-friendly interface (somewhat similar to Photoshop);
• you can work with multiple documents at the same time;
• support for working with layers;
• a large number of instructions;
• the program is optimized to work with 2 and 4 core modern processors;
• supported by all popular Windows: XP, 7, 8, 10.

livebrush

Raster

livebrush(translated from English "live brush") - a powerful graphics editor that allows you to draw with brushes. Moreover, I want to note right away that the “drawing tool” is not simple, with its help you can create quite interesting pictures, decorate art with beautiful strokes and lines, etc.

In the process of work, you can pick up and adjust the brush so that while it is moving, the line under the brush will change its thickness, color, transparency, tip rotation, depending on your mouse movement speed, pressing speed, etc.

By the way, those who have a graphics tablet will be able to fully experience the benefits of Livebrush, because it also understands the force of pressing and its inclinations.

The set of the program has a lot of brushes of different shapes: from simple lines to patterned gothic ornaments. By the way, any pattern can be corrected by yourself by switching to pencil editing.

In addition, you can draw a pattern yourself and save it as a template. You can import ready-made brush sets, projects, decorations into the program. By the way, they can be found in huge numbers on the official forum of the program.

In general, my verdict is that the program is very convenient, interesting, and deserves the attention of all drawing lovers!

Inkscape (Inkscape)

Vector editor (one of the few)

Free analogues: Gravit, DrawPlus

Paid analogues: CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator

Inkscape - Free vector editor, one of the few that can partially replace such monsters as Corel Draw and Adobe Illustrator. The application has a fairly standard interface: a color palette, menus, tools. The program supports all major graphic formats: SVG, PDF, AI, PS, EPS, CorelDRAW.

By the way, Inkscape also has tools from the bitmap editor - for example, it supports various types of blending. In addition to drawing some geometric shapes, the program supports extensive work with text: you can write text along curved lines. Looks very cool and unusual.

The application has a fairly large number of filters, extensions, etc. in its arsenal. All this is available on the official website. program website.

Gravity

Vector editor (online version)

Gravity- quite an interesting vector editor. Of course, he will not be able to replace Adobe Illustrator, but he can argue with previous program(Inkscape) - Quite!

Of the tools, there is all the most basic: feathers, lines, intersection and carving of shapes from each other, alignment, layers, fonts, etc. Works can be exported to SVG format, to several bitmaps. Also in the program you can open the work made in Adobe Illustrator.

What is somewhat surprising is that Gravit looks like a real program while running in a browser window, and without the use of Flash. Of the main shortcomings, I would single out the lack of the Russian language.

By the way, Gravit has an interesting implementation of the canvas selection: you can choose both standard formats for sheets, business cards, postcards, as well as create covers for popular social networks, phone screens, and other gadgets.

In general, an interesting editor that deserves attention.

Draw Plus

Vector

A very flexible and powerful graphics editor that allows its users to create high-quality illustrations. This program will allow you to fully reveal your abilities in drawing.

DrawPlus has many tools that will allow you to easily and quickly create a variety of shapes, strokes, lines. Each of the elements can be combined with others and gradually everything in the complex will become a rather complex, but beautiful illustration.

By the way, DrawPlus has a 3D module - it will allow you to turn your creativity into real 3D design elements. You can apply a wide variety of effects when creating logos, isometric projections, flowcharts.

A huge number of formats can be imported into the program: PDF, AI, SVG, SVGZ, EPS, PS, SMF, etc. Own format for projects - DPP.

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graffiti studio

Website: http://www.vandalsquad.com

Raster graphics

One of the most the best programs for drawing graffiti, looks as realistic as possible!

To start drawing: you need to select a piece of canvas (car, walls, bus), and, in fact, start creating (ready-made options to choose from - just heaps!).

The artist's arsenal includes a large palette of colors (more than 100 pieces), several types of caps (skinny, regular and fat), a marker. The distance to the surface is changed manually, it is possible to make streaks. In general, for fans of such graphics - the scope is huge!

Those who do not believe that real masterpieces can be created in the program, I recommend that you look at the official website and see best work- look will change a lot!

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PixBuilder Studio

Raster editor

Powerful processing and editing software graphic images and photographs. In addition to editing, it is quite possible to draw and create (however, there are fewer tools for this than in previous similar programs).

PixBuilder Studio has quite interesting tools that allow you to finely work with color, brightness, contrast, and layers.

In addition, there are built-in effects, such as dithering. (when processing digital signals is the mixing of pseudo-random noise with a specially selected spectrum into the primary signal), blur, sharpen, etc.

Peculiarities:

• support for popular raster formats: BMP, PNG, JPG, GIF, TIFF, etc.;
• there is an opportunity and tools for drawing (though very limited);
• great opportunities for editing finished photos and pictures;
• the ability to work with layers;
• professional work with color: balance adjustment, brightness, contrast, etc.;
• setting "hot" keys;
• the presence of ready-made effects (you only need to apply them);
• preview (to evaluate the result);
• support for popular Windows OS: 7, 8, 10.

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Krita

Raster editor

An excellent and convenient raster graphics editor for artists (by the way, at the time of writing this review, the program is free even for commercial use). Krita works on both Windows and Linux.

As for the most important thing: there is a good brush motion stabilizer, layers, masks, dynamic brushes, animation, a large number of blending modes, paper and pastel imitation, an "infinite" canvas, etc.

By the way, there is even a portable version of the program that can be run with regular flash drive on any PC. The program has also been translated into Russian.

PS: the article will be supplemented ...

In today's world, computers are increasingly penetrating our lives. Many areas are already simply unthinkable without the use of a PC: complex mathematical calculations, design, modeling, Internet communications, etc. Finally, it came to drawing!

Now not only artists, but also simple amateurs can easily try to draw some kind of "masterpiece" using special programs. That's about these special programs for drawing on a computer and I would like to talk in this article.

*Note that only free programs.

It is with Paint that I would like to start a review of drawing programs, because. it is included in the OS Windows XP, 7, 8, Vista, etc., which means you don’t need to download anything to start drawing!

To open it, go to the menu " start/programs/standard", and then click the "Paint" icon.

The program itself is extremely simple and even a complete novice who has recently turned on a PC can understand it.

Of the main functions: resizing images, cutting out a certain part of the image, the ability to draw with a pencil, brush, fill an area with a selected color, etc.

For those who are not professionally engaged in images, for those who sometimes need to correct something in pictures, the program's capabilities are more than enough. That is why I recommend starting your acquaintance with drawing on a PC with it!

2. Gimp is a powerful graph. editor

Gimp is a powerful graphics editor that can work with graphics tablets* (see below) and many other input devices.

Main functions:

Improve photos, make them brighter, enhance color reproduction;

Easily and quickly remove unnecessary elements from photos;

Cutting website layouts;

Drawing pictures with graphics tablets;

Own file format ".xcf", which is able to store texts, textures, layers, etc.;

Convenient ability to work with the clipboard - you can instantly insert a picture into the program and start editing it;

Gimp will allow you to archive images almost "on the fly";

Ability to open ".psd" format files;

Creating your own plugins (if you have programming skills, of course).

3. MyPaint - artistic drawing

MyPaint is a graphics editor aimed at beginner artists. The program has a simple interface, coupled with unlimited canvas sizes. There is also an excellent set of brushes, thanks to which, using this program, you can draw pictures on your computer, just like on a canvas!

Main functions:

Possibility of quick commands using assigned buttons;

A huge selection of brushes, their settings, the ability to create and import them;

Excellent support for the tablet, by the way, the program, in general, was developed for it;

Limitless canvas size - thus nothing limits your creativity;

Ability to work in Windows, Linux and Mac OS.

4. Graffiti Studio - for graffiti fans

This program will appeal to all graffiti lovers (in principle, you can guess the direction of the program from the name).

The program captivates with its simplicity, realism - the pictures come out from under the pen almost like the best hits on the walls of professionals.

In the program, you can choose canvases, for example, wagons, walls, buses, on which to work your creative miracles in the future.

The panel provides a choice huge amount flowers - more than 100 pieces! It is possible to make smudges, change the distance to the surface, use markers, etc. In general, a whole arsenal of graffiti artist!

5. Artweaver - replacement for Adobe Photoshop

A free graphics editor that claims to be Adobe Photoshop itself. This program simulates drawing with oil, paint, pencil, chalk, brush, etc.

It is possible to work with layers, convert images to various formats, compression, etc. Judging by the screenshot below, you can't even tell it from Adobe Photoshop!

SmoothDraw is an excellent graphics editor with a lot of options for processing and creating images. Basically, the program is focused on creating pictures from scratch, from a white and clean canvas.

You will have a large number of design and artistic tools in your arsenal: brushes, pencils, pens, pens, etc.

The work with tablets is also not bad, coupled with user-friendly interface program - it can be safely recommended to most users.

7. PixBuilder Studio - mini photoshop

This program on the network, many users have already dubbed mini photoshop. It has most of the popular features and functionality paid program Adobe Photoshop: brightness and contrast editor, there are tools for cutting, transforming images, you can create complex shapes and objects.

A good implementation of several types of image blur, sharpening effects, etc.

It's probably not worth talking about such features as changing the size of the picture, rotations, reversals, etc., probably. All in all, PixBuilder Studio is a great program for drawing and editing on a computer.

8. Inkscape - analogue of Corel Draw (vector graphics)

This is a free vector image editor, similar to Corel Draw. This vector drawing program - ie. directed segments. Unlike bitmaps, vector images can be easily resized without losing quality! Typically, such a program is used in printing.

It's worth mentioning Flash here - it also uses vector graphics, which can significantly reduce the size of the video!

By the way, it is worth adding that the program has support for the Russian language!

9. Livebrush - painting with a brush

Highly simple program for drawing with good image editing capabilities. One of the main features of this editor is that you will draw here brush! There are no other tools!

On the one hand, this limits, but on the other hand, the program allows you to implement a lot of things that in no other - you will not do this!

A huge number of brushes, settings for them, strokes, etc. Moreover, you can create brushes yourself and download from the Internet.

By the way, a "brush" in livebrush means not "just a simple" line, but also models of complex geometric shapes... In general, it is recommended for acquaintance with all fans of working with graphics.

10. Graphic tablets

Graphics tablet is special device for drawing on the computer. Connects to computer via standard USB. With the help of a pen, you can drive on an electronic sheet, and on the computer screen you immediately see your picture online. Great!

Who needs a tablet for what?

The tablet can be useful not only for professional designers, but also for ordinary schoolchildren and children. With it, you can edit photos and images, draw graffiti in in social networks, easily and quickly add manuscripts to graphic documents. In addition, when using a pen (tablet pen), the hand and wrist do not get tired during prolonged work, such as when using a mouse.

For professionals, this is the ability to edit photos: creating masks, retouching, editing and editing complex image contours (hair, eyes, etc.).

In general, you get used to the tablet very quickly, and if you often work with graphics, the device becomes simply indispensable! Recommended to all graphic lovers.

This concludes the review of the programs. Good luck and beautiful drawings!

Perhaps you have long wanted to learn how to draw beautifully on your computer. To date, there are a lot of programs on the Internet for this. Some are better suited for children, where there are several brushes and a lot of paints, others for professional photo editing, and others for creating 3D characters. Which program to choose for drawing art on your PC? In this article I will describe the best software For you.

ArtRage - includes a variety of art tools

ArtRage was created specifically for creating realistic art drawings using a brush on a computer. Various drawing tools are on the palette and are available at the click of a mouse. Among them: watercolor (Watercolor), oil (Oil), palette knife (Palette Knife), roller (Paint Roller), pencil (Pencil), pen (Ink Pen), airbrush (Airbrush), it is very convenient. Based on which tool is selected, its settings are available to you (dryness, pressing force, etc.). You can also observe all the properties of the selected tool in front of you and select, for example, the size of the stroke that you want to apply.

The editor is perfect for those who want to learn how to paint with watercolors, oils, pastels and other artistic techniques. Users are provided with 2 versions of the editor: Studio and Studio Pro.

The "Pro" version has many additional and advanced features. It is available compatible with photoshop filter, script recording of a picture, blocking changes in the transparency of improvements and layers, etc. A version of the ArtRage editor is available at https://www.artrage.com/artrage-4/. When creating pictures in this program, the final image is so high quality that it seems to have been created in a special art studio.

Pixia is a simple raster graphics utility for drawing art on a computer.

Despite its small size, Pixia is designed to draw art on a computer and does it very well. This is because it is endowed with many features that other programs of this level lack. The editor is considered a light version of a full-fledged graphic editor. Each brush can be customized to your liking, you can use different graphic objects as a brush.

You can download the Pixia editor at http://www.ne.jp/asahi/mighty/knight/download.html . It is distributed free of charge, created by Japanese programmer Isao Maruoka.

Its feature is plug-ins that can be found on the web. Thus, its functionality can be increased by adding some filters from Photoshop. The program is easy to learn, has a pleasant and clear interface. Here you can create any graphic file in 10240 x 10240 pixels. The developer claims that Pixia can handle as many layers as your RAM can hold.

Inkspace is a program for creating artistic illustrations.

Inkspace is a free and open source vector editor. source code. It was specifically created for editing SVG graphics. The program is equipped with a large arsenal of tools, has great functionality and is one of the most popular programs for drawing and editing vector graphics. Many web developers underestimate vector graphics, although its advantages lie on the surface:

To download the editor, follow the link https://inkscape.org/ru/download/windows/ . If you want to learn how to work with graphics in the Inkspace photo editor, then practice is worth more. The program allows the user to convert all raster images to vector. Able to work with layers, contours, text. Allows you to use various geometric shapes, edit and rotate them.

Artweaver - editor with filters and effects for Windows

If you decide to find a program to draw art on your computer, then Artweaver was created especially for you. This editor is aimed specifically at professionals and amateurs who have the provision of software like Photoshop, Corel Painter. For the artist, there are all suitable tools - brush, pencil, chalk, various paints, airbrush. You can complete each project in an artistic style by adding different filters, noise, blur. Every unfinished drawing in Photoshop can be completed in Artweaver. If you are interested in this editor, then you can try it by downloading it from the link https://www.artweaver.de/de/download .

Advantages over other programs:

Flaws:

• The editor is the development of German specialists, so the default language is German, you can change it to English. To install Russian, you need to install the file yourself.
• There is no layer support for formats - PNG, JPEG, GIF, BMP.
• After the first version, the program becomes shareware.

Paint is a multifunctional and simple program to draw colorful art

Very popular graphic paint editor survived many versions of the operating Windows systems with which it was supplied. The photo editor has entered latest version OS, but has not changed much. It has all the same familiar tools - a pencil, a fill, a palette, a magnifying glass, an eraser and various brushes. The main advantage of the application is its simplicity. At the choice of the artist, the program has 9 different brushes and a RGB color model, which is quite enough to create a full-fledged picture. The size of each tool when drawing art can be reduced or increased. Does not support working with layers and transparency.

Using a pencil in Microsoft - Paint

Gimp - photo editor will help in illustrating art images

Gimp is my favorite editor, which is located in the same "weight category" with such a graphic giant as Adobe Photoshop. But in contrast to it, it has significantly smaller size. Gimp aims to work with bitmaps, partially supports vector graphics.

Gimp is a multi-purpose program that is used not only to draw beautiful art on a computer, but also to fully correct a photo. Filters and tools will help you improve saturation, color balance, remove various image distortions, change perspective, edit a littered horizon, crop, remove defects, “revive” foggy details, and much more.

Download the editor on the Russian site - http://gimp.ru/download/gimp/.

When you start the graphical editor, you will see three separate windows, each of them can change its size, they can be stretched or reduced. The editor for drawing art images can be customized to your liking. Many artists to choose from different kind brushes, and each of them can be edited. Choose the right one and start working in Gimp.

So, you bought a graphics tablet. In addition to the fact that you still have to get used to it and "fill your hand", you need to immediately decide on a graphic editor that will reveal all the possibilities of your new device to the maximum. And if you think that you can only draw in Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator, then you are greatly mistaken.

In addition to the world-famous and undoubtedly cool Adobe products, there are many graphic editors that offer the same functionality, but for less money, and sometimes even for free. In addition, some programs boast a unique interface with many interesting features that designers and illustrators will definitely appreciate.

We have compiled a list of programs where you can fully draw with a graphics tablet, imitating various artistic techniques, make sketches, create raster and vector images, and practice lettering and calligraphy.

Corel Painter X3

Painter X3 simulates traditional brushes, textures, dry and wet effects to incredible accuracy. Thanks to this, there is an almost complete immersion in a real artist's studio, where there is no computer and monitor, only an easel and canvas.

Painter Lite

The lighter and cheaper version of Painter offers all the tools you need to draw, but for more low price. A great option for those who are just starting to draw and are not ready for significant spending.

Clip Paint Studio PRO

Although this program was developed specifically for drawing manga, Clip Paint Studio has gone quite far and can be used in industry-standard digital painting with the same success. The program has incredibly handy features, such as ready-made shapes that you can use as a nature for drawing poses.

Autodesk Sketchbook Pro 7

SketchBook Pro is a professional drawing application optimized specifically for tablet devices. Drawing in it is easy and pleasant, which will undoubtedly be appreciated by novice users.

ArtRage 4

A program with incredible tools and the most attractive interface. Drawing in it is easy and pleasant. Focused on creating realistic images.

Xara Photo and Graphic Designer 9

Photo editing, drawing, unusual effects - not all the possibilities of Xara Photo. Users will appreciate the compatibility of file formats and the low price of the product.

Affinity Designer

The program supports working with layers, import / export of different file formats, a convenient navigator and all the tools for working with vector graphics that you can think of. Affinity Designer is a kind of Adobe Illustrator killer. The only drawback of this program may be that it is only for MAC. But the price is more than pleasant.

inkscape

Free and handy vector illustrator, which is essentially a symbiosis of CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator. The remarkable support for pen pressure sensitivity, a big shortage in the vector illustration world, makes Inkscape a powerful tool for those who are serious about calligraphy.

By the way, Inkscape has an excellent resource in seven languages, including Russian, which is a rarity even for commercial graphics programs. On the Inkscape website, you can not only download the program, but also read articles, study lessons, participate in discussions, and much more. There is also an opportunity to become one of the developers and testers of the product and bring useful features to it.

artweaver

A raster graphics program that looks like a symbiosis of Painter and Photoshop. Compared to GIMP, it is slower in processing, but with much big set brushes. Broad Wacom tablet support.

GIMP

Colorful and functional raster program for drawing, illustrating. By appearance interface and features similar to Corel Painter. Broad Wacom tablet support.

MyPaint

A resource-friendly and easy-to-use open-source software for digital artists. Allows you to concentrate on creativity, not the program interface. Tablet support is well implemented.

SmoothDraw

And here is another noteworthy drawing program - ten thousand beginners and professional artists managed to download this wonderful development for free. You do not have to spend time studying the menu and tools - just open new file and showcase your talents with clearly visualized features.

Blending modes, layers, virtual canvas rotation, sub-pixel anti-aliasing are available to users. Except standard means painting app contains special tools like graffiti, water drops, stars, grass. Synchronization with tablets is also implemented.

Paint Tool SAI

Don't be intimidated by the clean SAI interface, as this is the de facto program standard for most Japanese anime artists. It also has a line correction function to create sharper contours.

Serif Draw Plus (starter edition)

Serif DrawPlus offers all the tools to work with raster and vector graphics. Here you can create interesting prints, make logos, edit photos or draw using a lot of custom effects, including 3D. Truly a godsend for novice illustrators and designers, moreover, completely free of charge!

All of the programs on the list will make great alternatives to Adobe products, even if you're not ready to admit it just yet. It's enough to give them a chance, and who knows, maybe in a couple of weeks you won't even remember about Photoshop! Moreover, for some products you don’t have to pay at all. Don't be afraid to try new things, push boundaries and improve!

It is never too late to learn how to draw, no matter how old or what gender. One app can replace years of art school. step by step tutorial or spectacular doodles, drawing on a photo or sketching for a layer - it's all in your hands.

ibis Paint X

A simple application with a user-friendly interface. The main task is the creation of creative objects. The user has one hundred and forty-two brushes to choose from, thirty-seven filters for image processing, twenty-seven types of overlay layers and more than seven hundred fonts. The program allows you to share finished works in social networks and save paintings by other authors. You can record a video of the creative process and watch it in normal mode or with rewind. Over ten million downloads. Rating - 4.6.

Adobe Photoshop Sketch

class="img-responsive">A relative of Photoshop from Adobe, aimed at quick drawing. Does not require paper, the whole process is carried out on touch screen stylus. Contains virtual settings: pencil, marker, brushes and ink, watercolor and acrylic paints, eraser. Using the finished drawing as a layer for photo processing. Editor's Choice Google Play. Included in the TOP-30 in App Store in the Performance section.

sketch

class="img-responsive">Photo editing, creating drawings, sketches, art objects. The program from Sony contains a wide range of artistic tools. Adding quotes, replicas, inscriptions and stickers to photos will help you create your own memes. Ready-made works are easy to share with friends and subscribers. One hundred million downloads. Editor's Choice on Google Play. Rating - 4.5. Included in the TOP 10 free on Google Play in the Art and Design category.

Medi Bang Paint

class="img-responsive">Comic birth and drawing program. Simple interface and customized shortcuts for beginners. Thousands of drawing tools contain professional tools for illustrators and artists. The material was developed and adapted for a smartphone. Contains the option cloud storage. Editor's Choice on Google Play. The average rating is 4.4.

PaperDraw

class="img-responsive">The program does not teach drawing, but implements the creative potential. Contains the most realistic brushes with an individual handwritten signature of the finished drawing. It is possible to import a photo or picture and create creative transformations on them. Scaling will allow you to draw fine details with high quality. The finished result is stored in good quality. Ten million installs. Recommended app on Google Play.

Autodesk SketchBook

class="img-responsive">Smart UI intuitively follows the user and provides a range of necessary tools for creativity. With the function of scaling and rotating the picture, it is convenient to work out small objects. "Scan sketch" - turns a photo from paper into a digital form with the ability to fill, draw and decorate. Adapted for all devices. Included in the TOP-50 applications on the App Store in the "Entertainment" category.

Learn to Draw Tutorial

class="img-responsive">The universal application will teach you how to draw a child and an adult. Contains a library of art material with various degrees of complexity. The task consists of a step-by-step sketch and teaches you to draw along the main lines. Works in the absence of the Internet, takes up little space, fully works on mobile devices. Five hundred thousand downloads. Rating - 4.1.

FlipaClip

class="img-responsive">Creative base for creating cartoons. Ability to create sketches, drawings, comics. Added sound and recording import function. Overlay layers builds a frame-by-frame temporary tape with the ability to draw an object. Contains art tools and text editors to create animation videos. Allows you to post videos on social media. networks. Editor's Choice on Google Play. More than two hundred and fifty thousand reviews. The average rating is 4.4.

How to draw 3d drawings

class="img-responsive">Step by step learning to draw with volume effect. Methodology with tasks of varying degrees of complexity. Beginners are encouraged to draw in cells. They act as a guide for the figures. Photo instructions will help you step by step, following the sequence, to create a 3D picture. Over a million installations. The average rating is 4.3.

PicsArt Color

class="img-responsive">The program is suitable for beginners and will be useful for pros. Equipped with simple ergonomic interfaces. Allows you to draw in layers, form a palette by mixing colors. Customize brushes and their texture. Draw with lines and text with font and size correction. The fast path from simple sketching to professional illustrations. Rating - 4.2. Forty thousand votes.

Cool Art Drawing Ideas

class="img-responsive">Artistic drawing with the latest ideas. Combines the creation of comics, drawings, 3D images, graffiti, doodles. Suitable for beginners and experienced artists. Offers the creation of creative doodles with a pencil, pen, markers, chalk, paints. Fifty ideas for creative drawing. Works offline, does not reload the phone's memory.

Learn to draw step by step

class="img-responsive">The art library has ninety step-by-step illustrations that can be taught to children and adults. The menu consists of eight groups: animals, birds, toys, cars, vehicles, flowers, food and kawaii. The user is prompted to select the picture of interest and perform the algorithm of actions on paper. Finished work decorated as desired. Does not require registration. Rating - 4.5.