# Drawing from References — Real references, real practice

> Digital art reference library with AI generation and drawing tools for artists. (iPhone/iPad app by fnx.io.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawing-from-references/id1505312666 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [fnx.io](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441645733)
- Category: Education, Graphics & Design
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 73 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-04-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawing-from-references/id1505312666/reviews.md

## What is Drawing from References?

* No more "I don't know what to draw"

Blank page anxiety is real. "Drawing from References" fixes it with thousands of curated portraits and poses you can actually use — no endless scrolling, no copyright headaches, just reference photos picked for artists who want to get better.

* The tools that actually help

- A huge library that keeps growing. Portraits, full-body poses, hands, feet, even still life setups.

- AI portraits on demand (Premium) Need a specific look that doesn't exist yet? Generate one. Pick the gender, age, expression, hair, vibe — get a custom reference built for exactly what you're practicing.

* Built-in drawing aids that don't get in your way

- Grid overlay Nail your proportions without guessing. Adjustable, so it fits your style.
- Blur filter See the big shapes first. Details can wait.
- Grayscale filter Kill the color noise and train your eye on values — the thing that actually makes shading look right.

* More than portraits Hands, feet, still life, and a direct line into Unsplash's massive photo library when you want something specific.
* Practice with a plan, not just vibes Likeness, proportion, values — the stuff that trips everyone up.

Drawing References gives you the reference and the tools to actually fix it, session after session.

Download it.
Open the app.
Start drawing.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://www.drawingreferencesapp.com/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Vast library of portraits and poses
- AI-powered custom portrait generation
- Customizable grid overlay
- Blur and grayscale filters
- Searchable Unsplash database
- Additional reference collections (hands, feet)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to PRO | $0.99 | per month |
| Upgrade to PRO | $9.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawing-from-references/id1505312666/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Too many ads that get stuck

*2025-05-22*

This app has too many ads  and they get stuck making it so the only way back to your reference is to act as if you are purchasing the games. It completely interrupts the artist  flow and pulls me out of my work- continually… I am deleting it and looking for another one.

### 2/5 — What it going on?

*2022-11-25*

I love this app but today I could barely browse pictures without being interrupted by ads for apps. So disappointing. Specially since I paid for Pro. I should not have to see ads for both apps I’d I paid for pro

### 5/5 — Great app

*2021-06-18*

It’s a great app I ever seen before...! Incredible grids...♥️

### 1/5 — Don’t warn you it’s only a Trial

*2020-04-22*

They never warn you it’s a trial and you Must pay to continue. I hate scammers like this The trial options don’t even give you enough to judge if it’s worth trying.... so to me nor worth buying and being sucked into the unknown

**Developer response:** I'm sorry that you are disappointed, but the information about "trial" is right here in the app description in App Store. Also on the home screen of the app - right after installation. The trial itself lasts for 6 days - seems enough to evaluate to me.

But most importantly please don't call me a scammer, thank you.

## Frequently asked questions about Drawing from References

### What is Drawing References?

Drawing References is a digital art studio offering thousands of curated portraits and poses to help artists practice and improve realistic drawing and painting. It includes features like AI portrait generation and customizable drawing aids.

### Does Drawing References have ads?

Yes, Drawing References contains advertisements. Users can choose to upgrade to a subscription to remove ads and unlock all features.

### How much does Drawing References cost?

Drawing References is free to download and offers a selection of free references. A 5-day free trial is available for full access, after which a subscription is required for the full library, AI generation, and advanced tools. Subscription options include $0.99/month or $9.99/year.

### What devices does Drawing References support?

Drawing References is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Drawing References updated?

The latest version of Drawing References is 4.0.2, last updated on August 6, 2025. New references are added regularly to the app's library.

### Can I generate custom portraits with Drawing References?

Yes, Drawing References offers an AI-powered portrait generation feature (Premium). You can create unique references by selecting specific features like gender, age, expression, and hair color.

### What drawing aids are available in Drawing References?

Drawing References includes a customizable grid for proportions, a blur filter to simplify details, and a grayscale filter to focus on values. These tools assist in practicing likeness, proportion, and shading.

### What is the age rating for Drawing References?

Drawing References has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 12 and older.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.5 — 2026-08-14

Added trial period in subscription

### 4.5.12 — 2026-06-13

Minor bugfixes.

### 4.5.10 — 2026-04-08

Link to the new "Drawing from Life" app.

### 4.0.2 — 2025-08-06

Updated design, added new references and also AI generated reference portraits.

### 1.6.0 — 2020-09-19

fixed UI bug

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## More apps by fnx.io

- [Drawing References Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawing-references-pro/id1441945328)
- [Drawing from Life](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawing-from-life/id6761411986)

All apps by fnx.io: https://appshunter.io/developer/1441645733

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