Text: Victor Capeless

The computer during its evolution has repeatedly changed the role. If earlier it was bought in order to build, now it has become a multimedia entertainment center. On the computer you can watch movies, listen to music, play - and most people are enough. But not for those who want to create. Today we will tell you how you can draw on the computer - and at the same time draw beautifully.

A real designer is unthinkable without art education, should be perfectly owning the equipment drawing (pencil, coal), charts (watercolor, gouache, pencil, mascara, etc.), painting (gouache, watercolor, tempera, acrylic, butter). But Computer graphics can master each. The computer in the hands of an ordinary person can turn into an obstacle tool to the embodiment of his artistic thought - the very one that he cannot implement on paper.

The first thing you should remember is - graphic files are two species: vector and raster. From what chart you give preference, a set of you need tools and programs will depend. In vector files, the picture is formed by a set of curves and painting functions. Each time you open this picture, the editor program draws an image from scratch. In raster files, the picture is a set of points with a color parameter, and the picture is universal, but takes more space.

Useful iron

One of the most important parameters of the computer is the amount of RAM.

Contrary to many statements, a very fast processor for drawing on a computer is not needed. It is quite a real frequency of 1.5-2 GHz, Intel it will be either AMD - no difference, it all depends on your means and addiction. The most important parameter of the computer running with graphics is the amount of RAM; What is more, the better. Our working applications, such as Photoshop, Painter, OpencanVAS (or even 3DS MAX), are very loved when there are many RAM. And if you are going to create complex multi-layer compositions (and you are definitely going?), Then it is no longer bred by standard 512 MB DDR. Can be recommended to put at least 1 GB; The speed of the RAM affects the performance less noticeable.

Superior video card for drawing is not needed, the brand also does not matter much. However, there is a well-established opinion that the best cards for drawing and graphics produces Matrox.

Now the main thing: peripherals. And let's start with the old good scanner - Without him, the artist will have to be very difficult, and he needs, first of all, to enter the background of the background billets. For example, you drew a palm tree, and now you need to put it on the island by the sea. You take a similar illustration on paper, scan, stylize under the picture and placed as a layer under the palm tree. Compensate the absence of a scanner can digital camera, but in this application it will cope with the task of the triethrower. You can make sketches from hand on ordinary paper, and then adjust them on your computer, after scanning. A decent scanner will cost you in 2 - 2.5 thousand rubles.

And finally, the main peripheral device for a computer artist - digitizer, or Tablet. They are two main species - drawing and graphic. Drawing tablet Created for CAD-applications type AutoCAD, 3DStudiomax and their analogues. Such tablets have a pen without the extent of pressing - it is either pressed, or not, the parts are not provided here. The main advantages of these tablets are high resolution and positioning accuracy; An old model with a large area will cost approximately 1,800 rubles.

Graphics tablet It is characterized by the following: a small size area (at the area of \u200b\u200bthe area is small compared to the drawings); It positions the point it is rougher, but feels the pressure on the pen, and this is a big plus. If you are using Adobe Photoshop, then work with light and brushes of different thicknesses will be much easier. Additionally, you can use the function that makes the touch brighter or pale, depending on the strength of the press - in the end we get the opportunity to draw a lighter or dark "spot" without changing the brush.

For our case, graphic tablets are best suited. Prices for non-professional models start from 800 rubles; As you understand, the more expensive the tablet is that it is better and the more convenient to work on it. However, even on a small matrix of the size of A6, everything may look quite worn.

Another useful device - uninterruptible power system. It is better to be restrained than the subsequently grieving over the loss of brilliant creation, which you are corpled for a week. Approximate price depends on the desired container and the number of connected devices. In order to have time to keep the drawing at the right time and turn off the computer correctly, it is quite enough by the UPS worth 1,000 rubles.

Mouse ordinary

Fairly exotic input method is trekball - Inverted mouse with a big ball. This ball user rotates his fingers. The advantage of trackball over the mouse lies in the high accuracy of moving the cursor at low speeds. For everyday use, the trackball is inconvenient.

In choise mouse Everything is simple enough: whether it is convenient in her hand, is there a scrolling or 3rd button, etc., all this is entirely your taste. A separate conversation about rugs, carpets need to be purchased specifically, and not to use those that go like a bonus to a new computer.

The rug for the mechanical mouse should be simultaneously slippery and chain. This means that the mouse should not stick to the carpet, but the ball should literally bite him. For optics, it is better to choose such a rug so that the mouse does not pull the cursor, standing still. The rug size should also be optimal - too large occupy a lot of space on the table, and too small forcing the user often move the mouse from the edge of the carpet.

An ordinary mouse can also draw. But no need.

Programs for artists

There is a whole range of software - from simple tools for drawing on a computer to professional packages. The Windows Shell includes one of the most simple packages - Paint. Using the example of working with this package, you can make an initial view of receiving graphic files. There are more serious packages, for example, Adobe Photoshop.. Let's try to shortly go through the basic programs and allocate their advantages and disadvantages.

Painter is one of the best drawing programs.

Painter. - The best program for a computer artist. Now version 8 came out, called Corel Painter. Let you not mislead the phrases like "ProCreate Painter better than Corel Painter" is the same program. Painter easily imitates all the most famous real materials for drawing and painting, and even styles of individual famous artists. The interface is intuitive, the only minus of the program is paid.

Adobe Photoshop. - Packager oriented more photo processing than on drawing. However, it contains many instruments needed for the artist. Painting in it is not too comfortable in it, but to paint the pictures of comics - the most, and to apply various styles and filters to them - even better. The great advantage of Photoshop is that it creates a huge number of filters, brushes and other additions. You can easily convert all sketches to a single gallery with recognizable style. Photoshop paid and expensive, but it is worth it.

Photoshop - the most powerful graphic editor for all cases.

OpencanVas. - A completely free program for artists, very easy and convenient, but the functionality is very inferior to expensive counterparts. Largely repeats flagships, but is greatly simplified. The project develops, periodically new updates come out. It can be recommended to all novice artists.

OpenCanvas is free and functional - it is good.

AMBIENT DESIGN ARTRAGE - Special program that allows you to draw almost artwork using a tablet computer or tablet. You can draw either yourself or use any digital photo as a substrate; You can draw not only on the tablet computer, but also using an ordinary mouse or tablet. Very useful and absolutely free program.

Ambient Design Artrage is created specifically for tablet computers.

Corel Draw. - Vector graphic editor. For a long time, he was considered toy for lovers, professional professionals were disguised, preferring Adobe Illustrator. But the Canadian company Corel did not stand in place - the situation changed after the release of the 10 series. The program has grown so much that today you can already recognize it by a very serious vector graphics tool. She will like everyone - from a green novice, for the first time trying to repose "in Korel", to the pros, two accounts manufacturing with it some fashionable trademark or a label for a new beer variety.

Corel Draw is the most powerful vector editor.

Compound these editors, you can achieve almost any result. The only thing about to remember is: the vector editor is always primary, and raster seconded. That is, edited by the file in a raster editor, it can not be translated into the vector format, it will only be possible to apply the following layer.

Summarize. Mandatory set of computer artist - Painter or Photoshop. Optional - Flash, Corel Draw, OpencanVAS. The vector editor will create an image from scratch, and raster works better with blanks. This, of course, does not mean that in the same Photoshop can not be drawn something decent, and then in general in the brilliant. But it is more convenient to draw in vector programs.

Practical options

Budget. Mouse, rug, raster editor.

If you invested in a rug and a mouse a little more than standard 10 dollars, and even if you have a carriage of patience and no less time, then something you, of course, draw. No matter how regrettable, draw the usual mouse is very difficult. At best, drawings in the style of children's primitivism are obtained.

Minimum. Scanner, paper sheet, pencil, mouse, raster or vector editor.

This method is quite laborious, but allows you to get good results. The meaning is simple - you make a sketch on paper, scan it and processed in a graphic editor. The better the software, the better the drawing will be.

Comfortable. Mouse, scanner, Corel Draw, high-quality mouse pad.

It is very convenient if the frequency of the mouse survey is large, and with the help of vector editors, any curves can be outlined correctly. But this method is good only for vector editors.

How to. Graphic tablet, scanner, trackball, Corel Draw and Adobe Photoshop.

This set can be drawn at a high level, you only limit your skills and fantasy.

Graphics tablet

The tablet is the perfect device for drawing.

Probably, almost everyone who at least once took an electronic pen in his hands and tried to draw something on a graphic tablet, felt bewilderment and disappointment. It looks like an ordinary handle, but the feeling of drawing is completely different. And the results, frankly, not brilliant. Perhaps the result will be better if you understand the principle of action of these wonder-plates.

Inside the tablet installed a special grid. These are conductors made from the finest copper strips. Each of them can be compared with the receiving antenna that perceives the signal from the electronic pen. They allow special chips to monitor the position of the pen on the tablet and transmit its coordinate chip. Further, the driver includes a driver and a drawing program.

When we spend the pen on the active area of \u200b\u200bthe tablet, then on the screen, if the graphic editor is downloaded and the drawing tool is selected, the trace remains. Many tablets are transparent plastic cover removed, and you can put a picture or photo under it. So you can circle an image by copying it. The pen itself is one end - for drawing, the other - for erasing. The device and principle of operation of all tablets are almost the same.

Good job!

Drawing is almost widespread. People from different cultures around the world did it since the story began. Since then, much has changed. Instead of the walls of the caves, we have phones, tablets and computers. The artist's vein can wake up in a com, and we want to help. Here are the best Android apps!

Adobe Illustrator Draw and Photoshop Sketch
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Adobe Illustrator Draw and Photoshop Sketch are two adobe drawing applications. Illustrator draw has a variety of drawing function, including layers, five different features and a variety of settings, you can also increase the scale to x64 to designate thinner parts in your work. When you finish, you can export the drawing on your device to share or you can export its working computer to use with other Adobe products. You can also import projects from Adobe Capture CC. Photoshop Sketch has many features. Both applications can also work together so that you can import and export projects back and forth between them. These applications are free to download, you can get an additional Creative Cloud subscription to unlock additional features.

ArtFlow.
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ArtFlow is one of the most profound drawing applications. The main claim to the glory of this application becomes a huge number of brushes. You can use one of the 70 brushes and other tools to give a gloss in your picture. The application also has layers that you can mix. You can export images to JPEG, PNG or even PSD to subsequently import it in Photoshop. First of all, you will have access to the support of DirectStylus from NVIDIA, if you use the device from NVIDIA. This is a reliable universal option for children and adults. You can download it for free to try.

dotPict
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dotPict is one of the most unique drawing applications. It allows you to create pixel images. You receive a sect, and you can increase the scale and move to create small scenes or characters, just filling the cells. Then you can reduce the scale to see your creation. The application also includes automatic saving, cancellation and repetition, and you can export your work when you finish. In addition, the application is quite easy, practically does not carry the load on your device. This is a great app for those who like to create pixel works of art.

Draw Something
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Draw Something does not look like most drawing applications. Basically, because it is a game. In this game you draw things, and another player tries to guess what you painted. Then he draws something, and you are trying to understand what it is. The application is not at all necessary for serious artists, but you have fun helps. Draw Something promises social advantages, thanks to what you can play with other people. Downloading the application is free, but includes purchases in the application.

Ibis Paint.
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Ibis Paint is an application for drawing with a multitude of interesting features. The application has more than 140 different brushes, including handles, markers, real brushes and other amusing tools. In addition, you can record the drawing process to compose a full-fledged artistic video. There are support for layers, and you can use so many layers as you need. The application also has functions for different drawing styles, such as manga. You can check the free version before go to the paid version, which will cost $ 4.99 in the purchase form in the application. This is one of the most serious and deep applications of this rating.

Learn How to Draw
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Learn How to Draw is a new drawing application. As follows from the name, it teaches you drawing. The application includes many training programs that vary from the newbie to an advanced level. The application was created by the famous comic artist, Will Slüli. You will notice that textbooks are usually focused on drawing in the style of comics and are mostly rotating around the drawing of people. This application is not for everyone, but this is a worthy way to find out and form useful habits in drawing. It is also a relatively inexpensive application. Developers also argue that there are new lessons that are added almost every week.

MediBang Paint
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MediBang Paint is one of the best free apps for drawing. Its main feature is cross-platform support. You can download the application to your mobile device, Mac and Windows. All three have a function of saving in the cloud, which allows you to start working on one device and continue to another. It's great. In addition, there is a decent number of brushes, tools for drawing comics, as well as many other tools and additions. This is a stunningly good application for how much it costs (for free).

Paperone
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Paperone is one of those drawing applications that are trying to imitate real life as possible. The application includes the basics, among which are different types of brushes so that you can draw everything you want. The application features a trace feature. You can import a photo and make it translucent. Then you can trace the source photo. This makes the application with an excellent choice for drawing, as well as a decent instrument for learning. This is a very entertaining application, especially if you are a lover. This is a free app, but you can unlock additional purchases in the application.

Rough Animator.
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ROUGHANIMATOR is a drawing application that allows you to create animation. Instead of creating a static image that you can export and share, Roughanimator allows you to create a full-fledged animation. You can draw a frame behind the scenes, and then combine every frame to create small cartoons. The application includes functions for managing frame frequency and resolution, as well as some simple drawing tools. Ready projects can be exported to GIF, video QuickTime or as a sequence of images. The application will cost you $ 4.99, so we recommend that you test the application before the expiration of the return time to see if it enters you.

Sketchbook from Autodesk.
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Sketchbook from Autodesk has existed long ago. This application has long been loved by artists who are looking for good drawing applications. Fortunately, the application is also equipped with a decent set of functions. You will have ten brushes. Each brush can be configured according to your needs. They also include up to three levels of pressure, six mixing modes, increase to x2500 and imitation of pressure sensitivity. The transition to professional mode opens access to 100 other types of brushes, a large number of layers, additional mixing options and other tools. This is a rather powerful application, it is also intended for serious artists. Unfortunately, the Pro version application is a bit expensive.

Computers entered into our lives not so long ago have already become excellent assistants for us. Smart cars greatly facilitate work in all spheres of human activity. Especially computers help creative individuals like artists. Surely, many know how difficult it is to write pictures by hand. Rubbing paints, the preparation of the canvas - all this is a very long and vigorous process, after which the desire is completely fought off. And the process itself is one incorrect movement or smear - and that's it. The picture will have to redraw. After all, it is almost impossible to correct the error.

All this is very preventing the creative process. But we already live with you in the 20th century. Already a long time ago various programs for drawing on a graphics tablet and even a smartphone appeared. Now you can use your personal computer as a canvas. But to create on your gadget, a special program for graphic drawing is needed. And sometimes find a good application is quite difficult. But this article is designed to facilitate the task. After all, we will look at the best drawing programs.

Graphic drawing

The technical process reached artists. Now anyone can create a masterpiece using its gadget. However, many painters are still skeptical about graphic drawing. And in vain! After all, drawing using new technologies has a lot of advantages. We will talk about them.

Perhaps the first thing worth noting is the savings. Artists are forced to constantly acquire canvas, paints, various types of brushes. And it is very expensive, because professional worth a lot of money. Drawing on a computer, you do not spend a penny. All you need is a mouse or a graphics tablet.

Another advantage is a huge functionality. Professional drawing programs have a lot of settings. You can change the sensitivity of the brush, pencil, its transparency, etc. Using all these settings, you can create a real masterpiece.

Graphic tablets or computer mouse?

Well, we talked about the benefits of drawing with PC. Perhaps now it is worth discussing the basic tools for writing virtual paintings. Surely those painters that at least once went to the standard Paint, understand that it is quite uncomfortable to draw the mouse. In order to create virtual masterpieces, an accurate position and the corresponding kinetics of the brush movement is necessary. An ordinary computer mouse cannot provide users with all this. Therefore, special plates were developed for artists and designers, which are also called digitizers.

Usually, a special stylus-pen is included with such a device, with which you can work with digitizer. In fact, the artist works with a tablet like a canvas. The device is connected to a PC via USB. The user then writes its masterpiece on the tablet through a pen, and the drawing appears on the screen of its monitor online.

Is it possible to draw with a mouse?

Many beginner artists have no funds for the purchase of a professional tablet. It is for this reason that many are interested in the question: "Is it possible to draw on the computer with the mouse?" In this part of the article we will try to answer this question.

Draw a computer mouse is quite possible. Moreover, you can do it very well. The main thing is talent and desire. As an example, you can bring a newly released video that conquered the Internet. In it, the guy using the mouse and the standard Paint, was able to draw a famous portrait of Leonardo da Vinci "Joconda". Also a large role in drawing is played by the program. It is necessary to choose the one that has extensive functionality. In addition, you need to learn how to use all the functions that provide you with software. In this article, we will look at the programs for drawing on PCs that have the most complete functional.

At the moment there are many different applications. Despite this, questions about what kind of drawing programs on the graphics table, it does not decrease. Are you interested in this too? Then an article for you. After all, now we will look at the best drawing programs on the graphics tablet.

Paint.

Perhaps our acquaintance with drawing programs we will start with Paint. This is a standard program that is present on Microsoft software devices. It has a pretty poor set of functions, but even with them, with the proper level of skill, you can create good drawings.

Inkscape.

The program that we now consider is inkscape. Excellent drawing program in Russian. The main advantage of this software is simplicity. The developers have created an interface-understandable at intuitive level, to deal with even a child. On the left panel you can see full (tassels, knobs, pencils, etc.), on top - parameters for tools, and the palette is located at the bottom. Everything is indicated by standard, understandable each icons. But the fact that the program is easy to master the interface does not mean that it is intended for beginners. Inkscape has a lot of settings. In order to figure out, it will take quite a long time.

Many are looking for free drawing programs. INKSCAPE - one of them. This program is used both experienced and beginner artists. Inkscape uses universal SVG format. Thanks to him, without any problems, you can create illustrations and even animation.

Does this software suitable for newcomers? There are a lot of lessons in Inkscape. Therefore, novice artists and animators do not have to master the program independently.

Gimp.

GIMP is one of the most powerful program has a huge functionality. In addition to drawing, you can use it in order to edit photos, cut layouts for websites, etc. Perhaps the main feature of the program is support for not only a graphic tablet, but also other, less popular input devices. Another interesting feature is support for self-made plugins. If you have programming skills, this opportunity will greatly facilitate your work.

LiveBrush

LiveBrush is an excellent drawing program that is based on the engine called Adobe AIR. This fact may scare many, because software written in this engine is famous for instability. But you should not worry. LiveBrush functions very nicely, and even if the program is exceeded by RAM, the program works without lags and departures.

As for the design, the program pleasantly surprises with its interface and menus. They not only look pretty, but also inspire on creativity. For example, the canvas has a rather realistic shade, and the brush exactly will repeat the technique of drawing ink.

As for the functionality, there are quite a few different settings in LiveBrush, which will allow you to create your own unique style. In addition, the program allows you to work with a vector so and in order to switch between these two modes, you must press the corresponding key that can be found on the top toolbar.

Of the minuses you can notice the absence of customization. You will not be able to configure under your whim. For example, the toolbar is always on the right side, and change it with you, unfortunately, will not come out.

Graffiti Studio.

Pretty specific and narrow-controlled program. How can I understand the name Graffiti Studio, this is an editor in which you can create your graffiti. Of the interesting features, you can notice the ability to choose the background. For example, you have the opportunity to leave your masterpiece on the wall, car, bus, etc. Also pleases an extensive set of colors (in the editor more than a hundred). In addition, in Graffiti Studio has a lot of settings. You can create drips, apply various markers, change the distance from the surface, etc. We can say that Graffiti Studio is a real rayer simulator.

MyPaint.

Need a program for graphic drawing, which is suitable for novice? MyPaint is the best choice. A simple and understandable interface to couple with an unlimited canvas size gives a huge space for rampant fantasy. A huge set of brushes will allow to draw practically in any manner. Using the function of creating your own brush, you can open a new, unique style. Among other things, mypaint supports hotkes, the use of which will greatly facilitate work on the work. You can configure them at your own discretion in a special menu.

Corel Painter.

And since we touched upon programs for newbies, it will be unfair to scold about softe for professionals. Corel Painter is the best program for graphic drawing. The application is designed by the notorious Corel company specifically for professional designers and artists. In the arsenal, Corel Painter has an immense functionality, to study which you will probably spend more than one month. Already at the first occasion, about 30 brushes will be available. For each of them, you can choose up to 20 different types of Village. In addition, the program presents the so-called brush textures of foliage, metal, asphalt, etc. Special attention deserves the palette. Corel Painter has a huge number of colors. What is characteristic, each color on the computer looks like it would look in real life. Since the program provides many opportunities, a huge guide is written for it, which is already built into the software. In it, the creators describe in detail about each function, its use. This leadership is so great that the creators did not risk localize it for the Russian segment. That is, Corel Painter is not Russified. And this is a huge minus. Another shortage of the program is the price. In order to enjoy this proposal, it will have to get up and to give to developers about 380 dollars. But it is worth noting that the price fully justifies itself. In this program, possessing skill, you can create real masterpieces.

Maxon Bodypaint 3D

Maxon Bodypaint 3D is an excellent 3D-drawing program. Using this software, you can easily create a high-quality texture or a volume sculpture. Maxon has many different tools that will allow you to convert standard objects into real high-aligned masterpieces.

Using this offer, you can create professional textures for video games. But it is worth noting that 3D drawing is a very laborious process. To learn how to draw volumes of sculptures, it will take a long time.

ArtFlow.

Where to get high-quality drawing programs on android? Sometimes inspiration finds the painter in the most unpredictable places. Sometimes during a boring pair you can come to you. But what to do if there is no graphic tablet at hand? You must use your smartphone. But in order to draw using the phone, special programs for drawing on Android are needed.

The title of the best graphics program for mobile devices can be safely assigned to the defendant of ArtFlow Studio - the ARTFLOW application. This is a delightful mobile program that is not inferior to their fellows for PC. A huge number of tools, a lot of settings and many colors. Draw with this application - one pleasure. In addition, it pleases that ArtFlow spreads absolutely free. Download the program with Play Market can anyone.

In addition to the famous Photoshop graphics editor and standard Paint, there are various free features for drawing on PC. And they are no worse than the same photoshop. And some drawings for the computer even exceed it. For example, in ease of use.

What program is better to draw? It is only possible to solve it. And to simplify this task, the best software for drawing on PC is given below.

The list is divided into two parts. In the first - simple drawing programs that are suitable for lovers and even for children of 5-6 years. And in the second - professional software in which graffiti, anime, artistic paintings can be drawing (it is also suitable for graphic tablets).

Let's start with simple applications in which you can draw on a PC. They are easy to use, so suitable for children and beginners who want to try their strength in this matter.

Once again I remind you that all applications are free, and you can easily find them on the office. Sites (links are shown below).

Paint.net is a simple drawing program. Despite the similar name, this is not the Paint, which is default in Windows. Although very similar.

Paint.net has a simple and informative panel, so it is completely easy to figure it out. There are also floating windows that perform additional functions. They are translucent and do not interfere with editing pictures.

The main advantages of this software:

• support layers;
• import external files;
• support for hot keys (standard buttons are listed in the window "Window");
• good functionality;
• takes a bit of place;
• fully in Russian.

Due to the simplicity and free of charge, this drawing program is perfect for children. At first, its capabilities will be more than abuse.

Smoothdraw - draw from zero

Smoothdraw - allows you to edit images or create your own, the benefit of the functionality allows. Great for lovers to draw from scratch - after all, for this she is intended.

Its main advantages:

• huge toolkit (rotation of the virtual canvas, smoothing, various mixing modes);
• painting tools: grass, raindrops, stars, graffiti;
• synchronization with tablets.

Thanks to this functionality, it will be suitable even for experienced artists. The only minus is not Russian. But the smoothdraw interface is so simple that even children will understand in it.

By the way, this program does not need to be installed because it is a portable version. That is, you can save it on the USB flash drive, and then use on any PC or laptop.

MYPAINT - application for tablets

MyPaint is a free graphics program for drawing. Designed for tablets, but can also be used on PC.

The MYPAINT app is intended for beginners and lovers. Turns the screen of the tablet or computer to the present artistic web (hiss all elements). Thanks to this, you can draw everything that your heart.

The main advantages are:

• a large selection of brushes (+ it is possible to create its own, as well as imports ready);
• support fast teams;
• works on Windows, Linux, Mac OS.

So, if you are looking for children's brush drawing programs - try the MYPAINT application. It is possible that she will like your child very much. Link to office. Site mypaint.

LiveBrush - application for graphic tablets

Main Her Chip: The presence of only one tool - tassels.

On the one hand, it seems like it is not convenient, and on the other - you can realize any ideas. Just take a brush - and go ahead!

LiveBrush is a wonderful drawing for children. Among its main advantages can be noted:

• vector patterns;
• a large set of tassels (you can combine them, create your own or find ready-made online);
• full compatibility with the tablet (the application recognizes the tilt of the brush and pressing the display).

In short, this is the perfect drawing program for children. Especially if you have a graphic tablet. Link to office. website .

TUX PAINT - Drawing for kids

If you need a simple drawing program for children - Try Tux Paint. This drawing is created for kids from 3 years and is used in many pre-school institutions for computer literacy.

The main advantages are:

• bright interface that you like the kids;
• cool sound effects;
• support Windows XP, Vista, 7, Linux and Mac OS.

And here there is a funny Penguin Tuks - a virtual assistant who will teach correctly draw. The application is completely free (link to the site).

Professional drawing programs

This list of amateur and children's drawing programs is completed. Now consider the tops for drawing, intended for professionals.

GIMP - functional application

GIMP is a powerful computer drawing program. According to the functionality, almost caught up Photoshop, but in contrast to it is free.

The main advantages:

• a huge number of effects for editing images;
• wide functionality for creating drawings from zero;
• it is possible to create a web resource design;
• archiving images "on the fly";
• support graphic tablets.

Inkscape - draw a vector graphics

Inkscape - Prog for drawing vectors.

The main advantage of vector graphics: the ability to change the size of the image while preserving quality. Therefore, this application is often used in the field of printing.

This program supports:

• various operations with contours;
• copying styles;
• editing gradient;
• work with layers.

There is also a list of hot keys and drawings export function to any formats. Another one plus is the presence of Russian. Link to office. INKSCAPE site.

Artweaver - Free Analog Photo Photoshop

Artweaver is a professional drawing program that is not inferior to photoshop on the functionality. Moreover, even superior to some functions.

For example, this application can:

• record video during drawing (perfect for creating video tutorials);
• work in the "cloud" (allows you to draw an image along with other artists online);
• mimic drawing with tassel, oil, paint, pencil and other tools.

Of course, all standard options here are in place. Therefore, if you need a free professional drawing program, go to. website .

PixBuilder Studio - the second analogue of photoshop

Another professional drawing program on a computer is PixBuilder Studio. Also similar to Photoshop, but in contrast to the previous version supports Russian.

The main functions:

• creation of raster and web graphics;
• qualitative effects of blur and sharpness;
• multi-step cancellation of operations.

Graffiti Studio - for graffiti lovers

This is a unique program for drawing graffiti. It has been developed more for entertainment, but she will definitely like the street drawings.

The main opportunities:

• choice of background (wagons, buses, walls, etc.);
• huge color palette (more than 100 colors);
• realistic options (add sublists, the use of markers, etc.).

And most importantly - drawings are obtained as real. This is exactly what this application is captivated. Link to download Graffiti Studio.

Paint Tool Sai - For Anime Fans

And the latter in this list is an anime drawing program. If you have always dreamed of drawing manga characters, you can try your hand in Paint Tool Sai. Although this application is also suitable for creating portraits and landscapes.

The main features of the Anime drawing program:

• many tassels;
• pencils of various softness;
• a set of useful tools (there is a fine tuning of each of them).

It also supports work at once with several drawings and their alignment through the layers. Link

Today, pictures or arts created using a computer are not less interested than ordinary canvas written on paper. It is not easier to manage with the mouse cursor at all than led by a canvas with a pencil or brush. Some artists who professionally engaged in electronic art drawing are resorting to the help of special devices like graphic tablets, which makes it possible to exclude the mouse, but in this case, it is necessary to exclude special software.

Consider the best programs for creating arts on a personal computer for both amateur environment and professional. Denote key software capabilities, ease of use and availability of products for different users. We will not mention the "Photoshop" to mention, because literally all PC artists have already aware of its existence and widespread dominance in our computers, and we will analyze the less well-known and intelligent drawing utilities.

Paint.net.

This is a basic program for creating arts, which is included in almost every copy of the WINDOVS platform. At its disposal there are all necessary tools for initial drawing: brush, pencil, eraser and fill. And of each tool for the top ten varieties: thickness, saturation, phra, etc.

For connoisseurs of virtual art in the style of abstraction and cubism in the program for creating arts, figures of a triangle, a rectangle, stretching ellipse, polyhedra and conversation clouds for comics are provided. With the support of graphic formats, there are also no problems. On the official resource of Microsoft and amateur sites, you can find some additional plugins and superstructures, which are largely expanding the capabilities of the program to create arts, turning it into a real monster of art.

You can recommend a utility to any novice artist what is called for a pen. To create some serious crafts with this program, it is not necessary to count on, but it is quite possible to fill the hand.

The Gimp.

This is a rather powerful program for creating pixel arts, and in its functionality it is most closely close to the legendary "Photoshop". The capabilities of the utility allow not only from scratch to draw a picture, but also impose many effects on ready-made images. In addition, the functionality of the program calmly copes with the initial layout of sites or some other designer layouts.

The GIMP program supports multi-layered image work, detailed toolkit, the most accurate color calibration and so on. Also, the utility supports professional graphic tablets, so you can recommend it as artists with experience and beginner lovers.

Inkscape.

Another qualitatively worked program for creating pop art and complex drawing. The utility allows you to perform any circuits operations, edit the gradient, change the style and type of nodes. In general, almost everything is provided in the software to draw professional art masterpieces.

In addition, in the settings you can find a large number of pre-installed figures that can be changed as you want. The program supports comfortable hotkeys and exports not only to all popular graphic formats, but also specific, like XML. Professional drawers are where to turn around in the Inkscape fields, but lovers will be difficult to deal with all the nuances and the specifics of the utility, so it is better to choose something easier or to shit the manual well.

Smoothdraw.

This is an excellent program for creating art from a photo. The utility was adopted by tens of thousands of users, among which are professional artists, and newcomers. This is not necessary, as in previous programs, thoroughly learn the menu and the existing toolkit - just open a new file and give the will to your imagination using an intuitive and competent visualized functional.

At your disposal - the multi-layered objects, the rotation of the canvas on all axes, mixing modes and subpixel smoothing levels. In addition to the standard dialing of painting tools on finished photos or with a clean sheet, the utility includes rare finished brushes like graffiti, stars, grass or water droplets. The program also fully supports graphic tablets, which is a clear plus for such software.

PixBuilder Studio.

Another program for editing and creating pixel arts, that is, raster graphics. The capabilities of software also allow you to quietly work out the design of websites, so the utility enjoys enviable popularity in webmasters, making up competition with the famous "Photoshop".

In addition to the already familiar basic set of tools, there is work with layers, a multi-step cancellation of operations, setting the lines of curves and levels, as well as fit the popular effects "Bloom" (blur) and sharpness. Also, the user has the ability to configure the interface on its discretion: consolidate the tools, output important options as individual elements, etc. Working with the program is quite comfortable both professionals and novice lovers.

Manga Studio.

This is a special program to create anime art. The user is available a chic set of tools for drawing manga and comics. Those who thoroughly studied the manual and revealed well with the menu branches just like with hot keys, consider the utility to be the most convenient anime for sculpting.

All toolkit, and customizable, always at hand: screen, coloring, black contour, clarifier, etc. If you are unfamiliar with the software of such a plan, but I really want to pour anime, then you really want an extended version of the program with step-by-step instructions To choose from - illustration or video, where all the nuances of this event are explained in more detail - from Azov before creating professional manga-cloths.

LiveBrush

This utility can be called a bright example of how high-quality drawing for children should look like. Despite its specificity, the program enjoys enviable and among the artists consisted.

One of the distinguishing features of this software is vector patterns where the user can apply a drawing of specified forms and sizes. Here you can easily place Slavic or oriental ornaments, some symmetric grids or gothic patterns. And without that huge selection of brushes, you can expand our own settings or download an even greater range of both the official resource of the developer and from other amateur resources.

The software perfectly showed itself in working with graphics tablets and fully supports all stylist protocols. Moreover, the program tracks not only the power of pressing on the feather, but also its slope, which for many artists is a critical moment when choosing the utility of such a plan.

PaintTool Sai.

This utility, along with Manga Studio, has become popular with fans of Japanese comics. In addition, many users ordered its program to create artecraft on Minecraft due to a specific and convenient toolkit for this. The utility also goes great for lovers to pour landscapes and portraits in the style of hyperealism or pop art.

A wide range of tools is available to the user: ballpoint handles, ink, tens of brushes, pencils of different softness, pastels, watercolors, etc. And each individual tool can be configured for some kind of their needs. It is also possible to parallel working with multiple canvas and support multi-layered objects. This software is used by both professional artists and beginner lovers, and as mentioned above is a practically ideal program for creating arts for minecraft.

Affinity Designer.

This is a good software for creating arts with a classic design and a familiar set of tools. Here you will find a large assortment of brushes, gradients and other auxiliary modes. Among other mass of similar utilities, this program is highlighted by the fact that it perfectly copes with vector objects and can easily process raster images. Many use this software is not so much for drawing from scratch, as for retouching photos and further processing into an artwork.

One of their explicit minuses of the program is the lack of supporting third-party plugins. Everything that is available to the user is a small list of add-ons on the official resource of the developer. The latter, by the way, promised to correct this defects in the very near future. But without additional plugins, the utility on a lot is capable and will delight you with intuitive functionality with good artistic possibilities.

Summarizing

Drawing is a specific business. Someone like to like landscapes, someone prefers to draw faces, and someone does not eat bread - give all the reality to turn into the Japanese manga. Despite the similarity of all the above products and functionality, each utility has some kind of distinctive features.

Before being taken to create the next masterpiece, which will admire your friends, be sure to take into account the focus and set of tools of a particular artistic program. It is better to spend a couple of hours to study the manual of the software like that, then to port your product to another utility with a data loss for the absence of some tassel.