Da Vinci Eye: AR Trace & Draw

Da Vinci Eye: AR Trace & Draw

Art Projector, Tracing, Sketch

12K ratings
1224 reviews
#30 in top-grossing Graphics & Design
📚 Education
🎨 Graphics & Design
Free
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Details

Released
June 16, 2016
Updated
October 8, 2026

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About

This app helps artists of all levels create stunning artwork by projecting images onto their canvas for tracing and guidance. It offers tools for hyper-realistic drawings, time-lapse recording, and breaking down images into color value layers. Users can also access drawing lessons, daily prompts, and a community for inspiration and sharing.

✓AR projection for tracing
✓Hyper-realistic drawing with strobe
✓Time-lapse video recording
✓Color value layer breakdown
✓Step-by-step drawing instructions
✓Drawing lessons and prompts
✓Artist community
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What users say about Da Vinci Eye

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What's New in Da Vinci Eye

5.0.3

October 8, 2026

Da Vinci Eye 5.0 is here! This is one of the biggest updates we’ve ever made. We redesigned the app from the ground up to make creating artwork easier, more intuitive, and more enjoyable. What’s new in 5.0: • A completely new Liquid Glass design • A rebuilt drawing screen with a cleaner interface and easier-to-understand controls • A new Guided Setup that walks you through getting started step by step • Record long-form videos of your drawing process • Support for 7 new languages • Brand new instructional videos to help you get the most out of Da Vinci Eye • Search community inspiration to quickly find photos and artwork you want to create • And so much more! We’ve also made improvements throughout the app to make everything feel faster, clearer, and easier to use. Da Vinci Eye has grown a lot since we first launched, but our goal is still the same: create powerful digital tools that help you make real artwork. As always, thank you so much for your support, feedback, drawings, paintings, murals, cakes, and everything else you’ve created with Da Vinci Eye. We genuinely could not keep building this without you. If you run into a bug, have an idea for a feature, or just want to say hello, you can contact us directly from the side menu in the app. We hope you love Da Vinci Eye 5.0! Sam & Charissa 5.0.3 -> Added Italian Translations 5.0.1 -5.0.2 -> Quick fixes and updates + Tap with 3 fingers to hide the drawings screen overlay.

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Charts

Top Grossing

This app rose +2 positions in Graphics & Design chart.

Last updated on November 15, 2026.

Top Free

The app has maintained its position at 79 recently.

Last updated on November 15, 2026.

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User reviews

Best drawing aid

I love this app! I’ve been practicing painting, and I don’t feel like taking the time to draw all the time and this app has streamlined my process. I love how you can zoom in without having the reference photo move. I use this all the time.

I tell as many people as I can about this app!

I had been searching for something of this nature for a long time and happened upon Da Vinci Eye app. Needless to say, my prayers were answered. I recommend this app to any and everyone who will listen. It helps novice artists shape the fundamentals required to eventually ween off dependence of the app to draw.

Try it is all I can say. You’ll be amazed.

*update: still stands true :)
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Beginner

I have fallen in love with DaVinci Eye.
It makes what I do possible and helps tremendously.

Progress

I downloaded your app on a whim a couple years ago just trying it out. Since then my art and my skills with a pen and a brush have come a long way. I use this app to start every project. When I come across something I like online or have an idea I want to try this app helps me bring it to life. I’d give it Ten stars if I could. If you’re just getting started or looking for something to help you fine tune your art. Give it a try. You won’t regret it I promise. Love yall.
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Best to learn

really good App to learn muscle memory kind of like when we were in school we would trace letters of the alphabet until we memorized how to write it on our own. This is a good way to learn more artwork in different ways to use the app. Enjoy.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App crashes frequently

Bug

Anchor tracking issues

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Difficulty moving and resizing images

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Inconsistent performance across devices

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add ability to draw on own photos without subscription

Feature

Improve camera tracking and stability

Feature

Implement landscape mode support for iPad

Feature

Add more drawing tutorials and lessons

Feature

Introduce social features like commenting and messaging

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FAQ

What does Da Vinci Eye do?

Da Vinci Eye is an augmented reality app that acts as a digital Camera Lucida, projecting images onto your canvas or drawing surface. It allows you to trace and draw from your own photos, break down images into color value layers for shading, and offers drawing lessons and prompts.

How does the AR tracing feature work?

You suspend your device above or in front of your canvas using a stand or similar object. When you look through your phone's screen, you'll see both the projected image and your canvas simultaneously, enabling you to trace with precision.

Is Da Vinci Eye free to use?

The app is free to download and offers a range of features. However, it also includes in-app purchases for additional tools, content, or advanced functionalities, allowing users to customize their experience.

What devices are compatible with Da Vinci Eye?

The app requires specific device requirements for its AR Mode. It is recommended to check the detailed device requirements section within the app's description or store listing before purchasing to ensure compatibility.

Who can benefit from using Da Vinci Eye?

This app is designed for a wide range of artists, including painters, bakers, cartoonists, tattoo artists, illustrators, hobbyists, and makeup artists. It's beneficial for anyone looking to improve their drawing accuracy, learn new techniques, or create complex artwork more easily.