Do you dream of becoming a real artist?

Ever wanted to become a true artist?

Amaze your friends by turning into a skilled artist effortlessly. Unlock your creative potential.

Artist's Eye is a tool that assists you in drawing or painting with real pens or pencils on paper or canvas.

Select a model image (such as a photo) and, while you draw, view your work through your phone or tablet (which must have a camera).

The model will appear semi-transparent over your drawing in progress, helping you trace the outlines. This method is similar to the camera lucida technique used for centuries ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camera_lucida ).

For best results, attach your phone to a stable stand so it remains stationary, leaving both hands free.

This isn't cheating—it's a fresh approach to creating and learning.

WATCH THE VIDEO TUTORIAL TO LEARN HOW IT WORKS. Many low ratings come from users who haven't understood the app's usage.

Hint: On newer Samsung and LG devices without a menu button, access the menu by long-pressing the task-switching button.

Awards:

Honorable Mention in the Most Innovative App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2013 ( http://www.bestappever.com/android/awards/2013/winner/iapp ) ( http://web.archive.org/web/20130607181241/http://www.bestappever.com/android/awards/2013/winner/iapp ).

Second place in the Best Art App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2014 ( http://www.bestappever.com/android/awards/2014/winner/rtst ).

This is a free, ad-supported trial version. If you enjoy the app, please support its development by purchasing the ad-free version.

Tested on Samsung Galaxy S II (Android 2.3.3), Samsung Galaxy 10.1" tab (Android 3.1), HTC Flyer tab (Android 2.3.4), and Sony Xperia Z2 compact (Android 4.4.4).