# Artstudio Pro: Draw, Paint — Drawing, Painting, Sketching

> Powerful drawing, painting, photo editing, and animation app with advanced features. (iPhone/iPad app by Lucky Clan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artstudio-pro-draw-paint/id1244142051 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lucky Clan](https://appshunter.io/developer/294866851)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 4,037 App Store ratings · 1,189 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 385 MB
- Languages: Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), American English
- Released: 2017-12-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artstudio-pro-draw-paint/id1244142051/reviews.md

## What is Artstudio Pro?

Introducing Artstudio Pro, the most powerful painting and photo editing app available for both iOS and macOS. The successor to our famous ArtStudio app has been redesigned bringing many new features and improvements taking full advantage of the latest technologies Metal, iCloud Drive, Apple Pencil, and optimized for 64-bit multi-core processors to achieve the smoothest possible workflow.

Powerful engine
App is based on the powerful GPU accelerated ArtEngine developed by Lucky Clan. It allows working with multiple documents, supports large canvas sizes and an unlimited number of layers. Incredible optimization ensures smooth work even with large canvases.
• Realistic Color Pigment Blending
• Canvas size up to 64Mpix
• Unlimited layers
• Multiple open documents
• 27 tools: Move, Select, Crop, Eyedropper, Paint, Wet Paint, Eraser, Bucket/Pattern/Gradient Fill, Smudge, Dodge, Burn, Sponge, Text, Heal, Clone, and more
• Full iCloud integration

Flexible layer system
Artstudio Pro introduces a new layer system with grouping, non-destructive layer effects, and adjustment layers.
• Groups
• Masks, clipping masks
• Adjustment Layers
• 9 layer effects: Bevel/Emboss, Stroke, Inner Shadow, Inner Glow, Outer Glow, Color/Gradient/Pattern Overlay, Drop Shadow
• Text layers

Advanced Brush engine
Perfectly optimized, lag free mechanism generating smooth, real looking strokes, making the most of Apple Pencil.
• Brush size up to 4000x4000
• 64-bit painting with pattern, double stamp, wet brush, dynamics
• Brush editor with over 100 customizable settings
• Over 150 built-in brushes divided into multiple groups: Pens, Pencils, Oil Painting, Inking, Charcoals, Airbrushes, Watercolor and many more
• Symmetric painting

Professional photo editor
Photo editing options developed in cooperation with professional photographers. Each feature was tested in several scenarios and light conditions.
• 15 adjustments available as non-destructive layer or simple adjustment: Brightness/Contrast, Levels, Curves, Exposure/Gamma, Shadows/Highlights, Vibrance, Hue/Saturation, Color Balance, Temperature/Tint, Black and White, Gradient Map and more
• 4 auto adjustments: Auto Contrast, Levels, Lightness, Saturation
• Transform: Basic, Perspective, Warp
• Dozens of filters with realtime preview and the ability to generate seamless patterns
• Inpaint, Elastify (Liquify)
• Retouching tools: Heal, Dodge, Burn, Sponge and more
• Image resize, Canvas resize
• Crop and Trim

Animation
Create animation from layers or groups and finally export it to one of the most popular animation format
 • Scrollable timeline view with Play/Pause
 • Onion skin
 • Customizable Frame duration
 • Always visible layers
 • Export to MP4, HEVC, Animated GIF/PNG

Import/Export
We have implemented many parsers from the most popular assets/images formats and we are especially  proud of our ABR/TPL parser which not only reads brush stamps and patterns, but also most settings which are converted to Artstudio Pro brush engine values.
Import
• Images - PNG, JPEG, PSD, HEIC, TIFF, GIF, PDF, most raw formats
• Brushes - ABR, TPL
• Color swatches - ASE, ACO
• Patterns - PAT
• Gradients - GRD
• Fonts - TTF, OTF
Export
• Images - PNG, JPEG, PSD, TIFF, PDF

Other features
• Floating panels for Colors, Layers, Brushes etc
• Screen recording
• Customizable Quick menu
• Customizable Shortcuts
• Snapping to guidelines, dynamic guidelines, grid
• Perspective grid assist
• Mirror (flipped) view
• Support of iPad Drag and Drop, Split View, Sharing Extension, Open In, Clipboard

Free version limitations:
• locked Saving
• canvas size limited to device screen size
• layers count limited to 3
• export only to jpg
• locked animation export

Minimum System Requirements
Artstudio Pro for iOS requires iPhone or iPad running iOS 15.0 or above

Privacy policy: https://luckyclan.com/privacy-policy
Terms of use: https://luckyclan.com/terms-use

## Key features

- GPU accelerated ArtEngine
- Unlimited layers and large canvas sizes
- Advanced brush engine with 150+ brushes
- Flexible layer system with groups and masks
- Professional photo editing tools
- Animation creation and export
- Import/Export ABR/TPL brush and pattern formats

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $3.49 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime License | $14.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Artstudio Pro?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Powerful and feature-rich
- 👍 Familiar Photoshop-like interface
- 💡 Supports Photoshop brushes
- 🎨 Excellent brush engine and painting experience
- 🔍 Robust selection and adjustment tools
- 🌐 Cloud storage and syncing
- 💰 Good value for the price

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🤔 Steep learning curve
- 🔀 Confusing UI and navigation
- 🖌️ Inconsistent palm rejection and input issues
- 💾 Unreliable saving and file management
- 🔒 Paywall for basic features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Gradient tool not working as expected
- Brush settings not saving properly
- Unexpected canvas resizing and cropping
- Layers disappearing or not rendering correctly

**Most requested features**

- Add custom brush creation
- Improve canvas resizing and previewing
- Implement better layer and mask management
- Add more blending and color adjustment tools
- Introduce keyboard shortcuts and gesture support
- Provide a comprehensive user manual or tutorials

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,189)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artstudio-pro-draw-paint/id1244142051/reviews.md

### 2/5 — KEEP GETTING ERROR 500 WHEN I TRY TO OPEN FILES OR WHEN I TRY TO OPEN DOCUMENTS

*2026-08-18, version 5.2.9*

I CAN’T DO ANYTHING ANYMORE 😭😭😭

### 3/5 — I thought it would be different

*2026-08-14, version 5.2.9*

It wouldn’t let me save my work unless I paid for a subscription which I thought was really dumb and I think that I kinda got scammed when I downloaded it so this is just a warning to whoever downloads it but I thought apart from that it was nice, but can we please not have to pay to save? Edit: I found a loophole that allows me to not lose my work, just don't exit out of the app trust me it works also that variety of brushes are lowkey nice! Edit: using the app it seems that it's overall a pretty okay app it's just the pay to say that I really dislike about it. I get it but can you please let us save without having to spend real money especially for those who aren't allowed in app purchases or subscriptions like me.

### 5/5 — MAKE SURE YOU SAVE ART!!!!

*2026-08-04, version 5.2.9*

I love this app!!!! I love the variety of brushes, the fact I can import my lineart to a canvas! On this note, make sure you either screenshot, or save your art if you are using the free version!!! If you pay, I think you can ignore this part, but for the freebies like me, screenshot your art, because if the app is closed, it gets deleted, thankfully I’ve never had a problem with this, because I send my art to myself, but make sure you do this. This app is overall so good! If you don’t want to pay for procreate, or are new to digital art, this is for you! Sad that the free version only has three layers, but I figured out how to work around that

### 5/5 — Linguagem/ idioma

*2026-08-04*

I found the experience of drawing and painting in ArtStudio Pro more natural than in Procreate, even though it doesn't offer a Brazilian Portuguese language option.

### 5/5 — Love it

*2026-07-30, version 5.2.9*

I make a lot of different backgrounds with this app definitely would recommend to anyone

### 3/5 — Erasing my art when I get out of the app

*2026-07-24, version 5.2.9*

I think there’s a bug because I was drawing and I had to leave the app to look for a reference, and when I came back to drawing MY WHOLE ART GOT REMOVED?? I tried to use the arrows but nothing because they seem to have forgotten I did something. I did multiple tests to see if its a bug or I deleted without paying attention, and is indeed a bug.

### 5/5 — Procreateからのステップアップに最適

*2026-07-23*

日本語対応があれば日本でも最高のペイントアプリになると思います

### 5/5 — Awesome app for beginners and pro artists

*2026-07-18*

I have tried so many different art apps , but "Artstudio Pro “ is by far the best one out there ..today was my first time using it,and I am completely blown away.the brushes are absolutely awesome and the colours are stunning.highly recommended for anyone into digital art 😍….this app is a masterpiece ❤️

### 5/5 — Amazing!

*2026-07-18, version 5.2.9*

I use this app for so many of my drawings! I’ve had zero issues with it. The brush selection is great! My only issue is that I cannot find a way to duplicate a selection, but I’m sure that’s a problem I can fix easily. So overall, I give this app 5/5 stars!

### 2/5 — Updates?

*2026-07-12, version 5.2.9*

Will there be any updates coming soon? It’s starting to really bug out. I can’t load anything into the ref window. The recent page deletes all recent images then slowly brings them back and still can’t load them. The recording cuts off the beginning smoothing is recorded until later in the art process.

## Frequently asked questions about Artstudio Pro

### What can I do with Artstudio Pro?

Artstudio Pro is a comprehensive creative application that allows you to draw, paint, sketch, edit photos, and create animations. It offers a powerful engine, an advanced brush system, and a flexible layer system to facilitate a wide range of artistic and photographic tasks.

### What are the key features of Artstudio Pro?

Key features include a GPU-accelerated engine supporting large canvases and unlimited layers, an advanced brush engine with over 150 customizable brushes, a flexible layer system with groups and masks, professional photo editing tools, and animation capabilities. It also supports Apple Pencil and iCloud Drive.

### Is Artstudio Pro free to use?

The application is free to download and use, offering a robust set of features. However, it does include in-app purchases, which likely unlock additional features, brushes, or advanced functionalities for users who wish to expand their creative toolkit.

### What devices is Artstudio Pro compatible with?

Artstudio Pro is available for both iOS and macOS devices. It is optimized to take advantage of the latest technologies on these platforms, including Metal, iCloud Drive, and Apple Pencil, ensuring a smooth workflow.

### Can I import brushes from other applications?

Yes, Artstudio Pro has an ABR/TPL parser that allows you to import brush stamps and patterns from popular formats. It can also convert most settings from these formats, enabling you to use your existing brush libraries within the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2.9 — 2025-10-10

Fixed the issue with missing thumbnails.
Fixed the delay when importing or exporting photos.

### 5.2.8 — 2025-04-24

• Added option to set shortcut / Quick Menu for Color To Transparency adjustment
• Minor bug fixes

### 5.2.7 — 2025-04-13

Minor bug fixes

### 5.2.6 — 2025-04-01

Minor bug fixes

### 5.2.5 — 2025-03-20

Fixed canvas recording export

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