Are you eager to transform into a skilled artist and astonish your friends with your newfound creativity? With Artist's Eye, you can unlock your artistic potential by drawing or painting directly onto paper or canvas with a real pen or pencil. This innovative utility allows you to select a model picture, such as a photograph, and view it through your phone or tablet's camera as you work. The model image will appear semi-transparent over your drawing, guiding you in tracing the contours, much like the centuries-old technique of camera lucida obscura (learn more at Wikipedia).
For the best results, it's recommended to mount your phone on a support stand to keep it steady, freeing up both hands for your artistic endeavors. This isn't considered cheating; rather, it's a modern approach to learning and creating art. Make sure to watch the tutorial video to fully understand how to use the app effectively. Some users who've left low ratings may have missed this crucial step.
A helpful tip: if you're using newer Samsung or LG phones without a dedicated menu button, you can access the menu by long-pressing the task-switching button.
Awards and Recognition
- 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).
Artist's Eye is offered as a free trial version supported by ads. If you find the app valuable, consider supporting its development by purchasing the ad-free version. The app has been tested on various devices including the Samsung Galaxy S II (Android 2.3.3), Samsung Galaxy 10.1" tablet (Android 3.1), HTC Flyer tablet (Android 2.3.4), and Sony Xperia Z2 compact (Android 4.4.4).
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