Art Tools

Art Tools

Design, Grid and Value tool

253 ratings
58 reviews
$2.99
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 11, 2010
  • January 24, 2026

Features

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About

This app helps artists plan their compositions and analyze subjects before painting. It allows you to import photos, apply grids, adjust values, and manipulate images to achieve the desired proportions and layout for your artwork.

βœ“Import photos or use camera
βœ“Apply various grids (e.g., golden ratio)
βœ“Adjust image values and color
βœ“Resize, rotate, and move photo
βœ“Value checker tool
βœ“Save and email projects
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What's New in Art Tools

3.1.7

January 24, 2026

- Added golden ratio grid - Added image outside frame indicator - Added Reset buttons

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In-App Purchases

$2.99

Art Tools Pro

Enjoy Accurasee Art Tools free of ads.

Charts

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Education

This app dropped -25 positions in Education chart.

Last updated on July 11, 2026.

User reviews

It is very helpful.

Would give it a 5 star rating but I confident the new app will be even better.

This is a very useful app for artist. I hate it is no longer available:(

Thanks

I didn’t realize the grid is scalable…

I was about to delete this app because I could not figure out how to make the grid denser. As another reviewer said, you have to lock the photo, then enable custom grid to be able to pinch and zoom in the grid to get more lines. I gave it a two star review because I didn’t know that feature existed. I think you guys should make that part of the little intro pages to let people understand because it is absolutely not clear.

It also will not let me update to the paid version. When I go to the settings and try and upgrade, it sends me to a website. I’d like to pay you guys, but can’t figure out how!
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Would help if shop was open

I have tried four times today to buy the pro version ie without ads.
No connection made each time
Perhaps Sever Down
Perhaps No Longer Supporting App
?!?!?!

Plumb lines.

Art Tools is a great app to help with drawing, values, and composition, but why isn’t there a way to create vertical plumb lines? By definition, plumb lines determine the verticals. Horizontal lines would be more accurately called β€œlevel” lines.

If vertical plumb lines ARE available… how do you create them? I don’t see any way to do that.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

20 issues

Cannot update to paid version

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Shop not open

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App abandoned by developers

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No support or help

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Bugs in updated version

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Split view stuttery

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Difficulty seeing options

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Importing photos doesn't work

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Editing feature blank screen

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App freezes when opening photos

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App crashes when uploading photos

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App crashes when turning photos

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App crashes when saving photos

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App crashes on iPad

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App crashes on iPhone

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App crashes on iPad mini

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App needs Adobe Flash

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Buttons don't always work

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App keeps crashing

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Cannot download content

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Requested Features

29 requests

New app will be better

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Make grid intro clearer

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Vertical plumb lines

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Option for square paintings

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Option for horizontal paintings

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Rotate photos by 90 degrees

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Fit to frame button

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Golden ratio harmonics

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Spiral grid

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Print project with grid

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Implement user suggestions

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Rectangular grid options

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Fibonacci curve

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Moveable grid instead of picture

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More plumb lines

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Slider for grid squares

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Comparison tool for painting progress

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Color picker

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Color scheme helper

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Update value viewer app

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Manual frame size adjustment

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Landscape option for frame

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More stable two-finger sizing

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Separate vertical/horizontal/diagonal sizing

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Support for iPad

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Fix bugs on iPad mini

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Fix bugs on iPhone

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Fix bugs on iPad

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Fix crashing when uploading/turning/saving photos

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FAQ

What does this art app do?

This app assists artists in planning their artwork by providing tools for composition and subject matter analysis. It allows you to import reference images, apply various grid systems, and adjust visual elements to perfect your layout before you begin creating.

What are the key features of this art tool?

Key features include the ability to import photos or use your camera, apply grids like the golden ratio, adjust image size and position, change photos to black and white or color, and use a value checker tool. You can also save and email your projects for future reference.

Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with the option for in-app purchases. This model allows users to try out the core functionalities before deciding to invest in additional features or tools.

Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is ideal for painters, illustrators, and visual artists of all levels who want to ensure their compositions are well-balanced and their proportions are accurate from the outset. It's particularly useful for those who often work from reference photos.

Can I use my own photos with this app?

Yes, you can import your own photos from your camera roll or take a new photo directly within the app to use as your reference. This flexibility allows you to work with any subject matter you choose.