Drawing & Painting for 3D Artists
Gesture, figure, digital painting fundamentals for 3D artists.
| Software | Description | License | Tags | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pixen (site) | Paid, works on macOS and iOS. Superb OS integration, create pixel art on a tablet using pressure-sensitive drawing. See also: Software Reference → 2D & Animation Software |
Paid | ||
| Rebelle 8 Pro | Natural-media painting app simulating real watercolor, oil, acrylic, ink with fluid dynamics. See also: Software Reference → 2D & Animation Software |
Paid | Natural Media · Watercolor Sim | Realistic traditional-media digital painting |
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