PainterAR: AR Trace Drawing

Name: PainterAR: AR Trace Drawing
Rating: 4.4 (657 reviews)
Author: Concord Island Technology Co.Ltd.

Sketch & Draw: Paper Lessons

Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad

657 Ratings
Ages

4+
Years
Category

Graphics & Design
Developer

Concord Island Technology Co.Ltd.
Language

EN
+ 26 More
Size

186.2
MB

Microsoft Award-winner. Complete "Paper-to-Digital" studio. Features All-Scenario AR (Easel/Desk), sketch digitization & separate line layers. Built for comic creators. Experience the ultimate "Paper-to-Digital" creative companion. Unlike simple tracing apps, PainterAR creates a complete loop from "Paper Sketch" to "Digital Art". Whether you are a beginner building confidence or a comic enthusiast pursuing professional results, you will find the perfect solution here. 【KEY FEATURES】 1. AR Drawing: Perfect Proportions Technology makes observation intuitive. • Stand Mode: Stable projection with zero latency. The ideal way for beginners to master hand-eye coordination. • Advanced AR Anchor Mode: Lock your virtual art to the paper by snapping a custom anchor (e.g., a doodle or card). Move your phone freely to check details without drift—ideal for easels or detailed desk work. • Smart Plane Detection: Instantly detects surfaces without markers. Start creating anywhere, anytime. 2. Digital Inking & Coloring Classic digital art workflow made easy. • Import & Inking: One-tap import of pencil sketches as a reference layer. • Pro Brush Library: 30+ selected brushes (pencils, ink pens, markers, etc.) for any style. 3. Infinite Layers System Modify without fear. • Professional Layering: Manage line art, base colors, and shadows on separate layers to keep even complex works organized. • Non-Destructive Workflow: Change color schemes anytime without ruining your original line art. 4. Curated Inspiration Library Quality over quantity. • Exclusive Originals: Explore themes from "Fantasy Props" to "Cat Girl" and "Mystic Elf Theatre". • Progressive Courses: From beginner "Playful Shape Friends" to advanced "Fan Art". Every lesson blends storytelling with skills, helping you create stylish art immediately. 【WHO IS IT FOR?】 • Comic Fans: Master the "Sketch -> Import -> Color" workflow. • Beginners: Use AR to fix proportions and build confidence. • Pros: Visual aid for anatomy and perspective. 【AWARDS】 ▶ Microsoft “Imagine Cup” – Top 3 ▶ 13th “Challenge Cup” – 1st Place ▶ 2nd “Internet+” Innovation Competition – 1st Place ▶ 4th College Innovation Competition – 1st Place Privacy Policy: http://mm4d.com/Privacy.aspx Terms of Use: http://mm4d.com/Terms.aspx Download PainterAR now. Turn your sketchbook into a digital studio! Contact: support@painterar.com

Ratings & Reviews

4.4

out of 5

657 Ratings

Worth the downloading
12/14/2021

CR-deligt
In this app you can search and draw like anime and different animals and all kinds of things. One word... GENIUS. My biggest word of advice is don’t give up, Keep playing around with the app. I was frustrated at first but after a few drawings using the AR technology I was completely sold. It’s something I’ve been trying to do with tracing paper and a computer screen for years. Your brain will need some time since it’s not very natural drawing something. Thank me later.
Worth the downloading
12/14/2021

CR-deligt

In this app you can search and draw like anime and different animals and all kinds of things. One word... GENIUS. My biggest word of advice is don’t give up, Keep playing around with the app. I was frustrated at first but after a few drawings using the AR technology I was completely sold. It’s something I’ve been trying to do with tracing paper and a computer screen for years. Your brain will need some time since it’s not very natural drawing something. Thank me later.
This app doesn’t even deserve 3.7 rating
04/26/2022

kaylee 😩
Ok the reason why I said this app doesn’t deserve 3.7 rating because it’s totally fake. When I went to go look at the app’s description video you think “ wow this app looks like it works well!” But NO! When you go into AR mode you can’t even move the picture around, it doesn’t even move we’re you want it . You then have to move your paper , then move you to the spot we’re it wants to be! I had such a difficult time drawing. OH! Then there’s the button that “ ALLOWS” you to take a photo. You first get a free 3 day trial but then you have to pay to use it. It’s 10$ a month for it to not even work. Also it’s SO DUMB that you have to pay to SEARCH! Im rating this app a 1 because I can’t rate 0!

Developer Response
Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback in 2022. Your comments are crucial to us and have helped us to continuously improve.We sincerely apologize for the unpleasant experience you had at the time. The issue you raised about the image movement in AR mode was actually a design consideration of our old AR mode: it was meant to confine the reference image to the "plane" of the paper you selected, ensuring precision in your drawing.We listened to your suggestions, and in the hundreds of updates that followed, we made user experience our core focus. As a result, we developed and launched a brand new AR Marker Drawing Mode! This mode is much more flexible—you just need to place an AR marker, and you can move your phone freely on an easel or in any other setting. The reference image will remain stable in front of you, giving you a much more liberated creative experience.We sincerely invite you to download PainterAR again and experience this new AR drawing mode for yourself. We believe that after three years of continuous refinement, it will provide you with a much better creative experience!
This app doesn’t even deserve 3.7 rating
04/26/2022

kaylee 😩

Ok the reason why I said this app doesn’t deserve 3.7 rating because it’s totally fake. When I went to go look at the app’s description video you think “ wow this app looks like it works well!” But NO! When you go into AR mode you can’t even move the picture around, it doesn’t even move we’re you want it . You then have to move your paper , then move you to the spot we’re it wants to be! I had such a difficult time drawing. OH! Then there’s the button that “ ALLOWS” you to take a photo. You first get a free 3 day trial but then you have to pay to use it. It’s 10$ a month for it to not even work. Also it’s SO DUMB that you have to pay to SEARCH! Im rating this app a 1 because I can’t rate 0!
Developer Response 08/09/2025
Hello! Thank you very much for your valuable feedback in 2022. Your comments are crucial to us and have helped us to continuously improve.We sincerely apologize for the unpleasant experience you had at the time. The issue you raised about the image movement in AR mode was actually a design consideration of our old AR mode: it was meant to confine the reference image to the "plane" of the paper you selected, ensuring precision in your drawing.We listened to your suggestions, and in the hundreds of updates that followed, we made user experience our core focus. As a result, we developed and launched a brand new AR Marker Drawing Mode! This mode is much more flexible—you just need to place an AR marker, and you can move your phone freely on an easel or in any other setting. The reference image will remain stable in front of you, giving you a much more liberated creative experience.We sincerely invite you to download PainterAR again and experience this new AR drawing mode for yourself. We believe that after three years of continuous refinement, it will provide you with a much better creative experience!
Life saver!!!
03/11/2022

Space Lover!😃
This app makes drawing so easy and fun! I usually spend hours trying to sketch an outline but this app makes it so simple and easy! I recommend this app for any beginner artists that might need help learning how to draw the shapes in a picture! Even more experienced artists can benefit from this app as it is a time saver!
Life saver!!!
03/11/2022

Space Lover!😃

This app makes drawing so easy and fun! I usually spend hours trying to sketch an outline but this app makes it so simple and easy! I recommend this app for any beginner artists that might need help learning how to draw the shapes in a picture! Even more experienced artists can benefit from this app as it is a time saver!
a good app
08/31/2021

a clear moon
I love drawing and coloring somethings, but unfortunately I still lack in drawing. With this app, it doesn’t matter what project I’m working on, I can always trace the art I want onto it without having to try and go by looking. Also helps you search anything. Love it!

Developer Response
Hi!That's so great to hear you like our app so much.Our team is feeling pretty lucky that you chose PainterAR and just want to say thank you😀
a good app
08/31/2021

a clear moon

I love drawing and coloring somethings, but unfortunately I still lack in drawing. With this app, it doesn’t matter what project I’m working on, I can always trace the art I want onto it without having to try and go by looking. Also helps you search anything. Love it!
Developer Response 09/10/2021
Hi!That's so great to hear you like our app so much.Our team is feeling pretty lucky that you chose PainterAR and just want to say thank you😀

**Version V8.12.2 New Feature: AR Time-lapse & Performance Boost!** To help your creative process shine on social media, we’ve delivered a major update focusing on photography and system efficiency: **1. New AR Time-lapse Recording (Main Feature)** * **All-Mode Support**: Time-lapse is now available in all AR drawing modes. * **Smart Export**: Automatically recommends the best length (5-60s) based on your frames. One-tap to create the perfect clip for TikTok, Reels, or Shorts. * **Smooth Preview**: Instant preview and easy save to album. **2. New Artwork Capture Preview** * **Preview Before Saving**: When finishing a painting, you can now preview the composition before taking the final photo to ensure the perfect shot. **3. Performance & Stability Improvements** * **Studio Speed Optimization**: Experience much faster loading speeds in the Studio, even if you have a massive collection of projects and artworks. * **iPad Orientation Fix**: Resolved a bug where captured photos on iPad were incorrectly rotated by 90 degrees in certain scenarios. * **Festive Art Styles**: Featuring the "Festive Vibe" series, including Lions, Lucky Oranges, and Celebration Cheers. Happy Drawing! Questions? Reach us at: support@painterar.com