iPad Workflow


Using an iPad like a Wacom Cintiq
If you generate revenue from your drawing, I highly recommend getting a Wacom Cintiq. I have a Cintiq 27QHD and I love it. However, its a bit too big to keep on my primary office desk. For that, I use a regular fourth-generation iPad. Its easy to keep tucked on the underside of my Sit-Stand desk.
Here are a few great apps I use for drawing/doodling on the iPad when connecting to my Mac.
Autodesk Sketchbook
- Cost: Free, with in-app purchases available
- Site: Autodesk Sketchbook
- Note: The blend modes work so smoothly
Adobe Draw
- Cost: Free
- Site: Adobe Illustrator Draw
- Note: Additionally, Adobe has a trove of apps in the app store.
Procreate
- Cost: $5.99
- Site: Procreate.art
- Note: Six dollars is a steal for this app.
Paper by 53
- Cost: Free
- Site: Paper by 53
- Note: A lot of people seem to love the stylus, Pencil, which is made by this company.
Penultimate
- Cost: Free
- Site: Evernote Penultimate
- Note: Made by Evernote. It was one of the first, well-designed iPad drawing apps.
On a related note, check out this 7,000 word guide on How To Draw Better at Jen Reviews.