# Head Model Studio - Art Study — 3D references for artists

> 3D head models for artists to study facial anatomy and drawing. (iPhone/iPad app by Wes Castain.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-model-studio-art-study/id1527028690 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wes Castain](https://appshunter.io/developer/1527028692)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 2,408 App Store ratings · 223 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 2.2 GB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2020-08-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-model-studio-art-study/id1527028690/reviews.md

## What is Head Model Studio?

Draw better portraits with Head Model Studio. Study faces in detail from simple planes to complex geometry. It is the best iOS / iPadOS application to learn and study faces in detail. Take your sketches to the next level.

INSPIRED BY FAMOUS TECHNIQUES
Inspired by master methodologies, Head Model Studio comes with 25 different models, including 2 free. From simple to more detailed models, progress easily by understanding the planes of the face. Expand your practice with 5 classical models.

COMPLETE CONTROL
You have complete control over the 3D models. Zoom, tilt, and rotate to study each part of the model at will.

ENVIRONMENTAL & STUDIO LIGHTING
Realistic environmental lighting based on HDR photos, recreate a sunrise, midday, or sunset illumination. Switch to Studio Lighting to create amazing lighting composition with multiple spotlights and different colors.
Change the lighting to be at any angle or intensity. Perfect to study the planes of the head and understand tones. 

CUSTOMISABLE RENDERING
The edge outline highlights the planes for easier practice. Turn it off once comfortable and practice in a more realistic setting. Modify the shininess for a different material rendering.

PRE-MADE PRACTICE
Want to learn to draw but unsure where or how to start? We’ve created a bunch of scenes to get you started. 

PRICING
Head Model Studio offers a couple of free models. A premium access is required to access the rest of the models. Lifetime and Yearly (non-recurring) options are available.

WE LOVE FEEDBACK
I love coding and drawing, feel free to reach out, and tell me what feature you'd love to see in the app.

Terms & Conditions: https://headmodelstudio.com/terms-conditions/

## Key features

- 25 detailed 3D head models
- Full 3D model control (zoom, tilt, rotate)
- Realistic environmental and studio lighting
- Customizable rendering with edge outlines
- Pre-made practice scenes
- Study facial planes and geometry

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year Access | $16.00 | per year |
| 1 Month Access | $9.00 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year Access | $23.00 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $50.00 | one-time |


## What do users think of Head Model Studio?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Excellent reference tool for artists
- 🔍 Helpful for understanding head anatomy and planes
- 🔧 Customizable lighting and model features
- 💰 Reasonable subscription pricing

**Cons**

- 💰 Premium features locked behind paywall
- 🔒 Lack of free trial to test premium content
- 🔧 Limited customization options for free users
- 🐛 Occasional technical issues with lighting and model adjustments

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sudden loss of model functionality after updates
- Overheating issues on some devices

**Most requested features**

- Add female Loomis head models
- Expand customization options for paid users
- Implement full-body reference models
- Provide option for one-time lifetime purchase

## Recent user reviews (10 of 223)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-model-studio-art-study/id1527028690/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great for young artists on their journey to mastering head construction for portraits and caricature

*2026-08-19, version 2.21.0*

I especially like the simplified skull to help keep me from getting side tracked in all the nooks and crannies of real skulls. The new aging face references that are starting to roll out in the app look interesting!

I’m still experimenting in it. I didn’t give 5 stars because I wish the tutorial part of the app focused less on teaching the Loomis method and taught beginners to see the skull in boxes and then build it out of the box. I’ve felt for a long time that Loomis Method is more of an intermediate step that once perspective has become somewhat intuitive than Loomis is helpful. But if it helps you, don’t mind me, and go with it. :)

### 2/5 — pay to use slop

*2026-08-11, version 2.21.0*

you have to pay to use every other useful feature. good for facial planes in my rendering ig

### 5/5 — Great time to be an artist

*2026-08-04, version 2.21.0*

This app is magnificent, I don’t know how you can give it a negative review, it has it all when it comes to learning head anatomy or just using it as reference. I rarely do this, but I have no choice, but to become a lifetime subscriber, I wish the developer would make one for the entire body or better yet human anatomy.

### 3/5 — Feature needed

*2026-08-03, version 2.21.0*

Match an image…. Having the ability upload an image and have the head model match the position of the portrait

### 5/5 — 😭 Loving this app so far!!!

*2026-08-01, version 2.21.0*

Love this app so far! 🥹🤭 It even has facial expression and feature editing, which still isn’t something you can find in many apps nowadays. I also love how there’s a Lifetime Subscription to this one! 🥳 Keep going with this one, Wes, you’re doing great! 😁 My only complaint is there’s no export option for the models yet! 😆 But otherwise, this is a great one!

### 5/5 — Request

*2026-07-12, version 2.21.0*

Could you please add monthly subscription plan?

### 3/5 — ;-;

*2026-06-20, version 2.20.0*

All the things I need u have to have premium for them so yeah 3 stars 💔

### 5/5 — Excellent App!!

*2026-06-18, version 2.20.0*

It works so well to view every angle!!

### 3/5 — Needs another subscription tier

*2026-06-18, version 2.20.0*

This app has a lot of potential. I think it would be better if there was a cheaper subscription, or one-time purchase tier for around £2-6 to access the full version of the Loomis, Asaro and Reilly heads.

There’s too many features that I wouldn’t use to justify the year long or lifetime subscription.

### 1/5 — Lack of features

*2026-06-04, version 2.20.0*

We need more models and customisations

## Frequently asked questions about Head Model Studio

### What does Head Model Studio do?

Head Model Studio provides 3D reference models of heads for artists to study and practice drawing. It allows users to examine facial anatomy in detail, understand planes, and experiment with lighting to improve their portraiture skills.

### What are the key features of Head Model Studio?

Key features include 25 detailed 3D head models, complete control over model rotation and zoom, realistic environmental and studio lighting options, customizable rendering with edge outlines to highlight planes, and pre-made practice scenes.

### How much does Head Model Studio cost?

The app offers a few free models to start with. Access to the full range of models requires premium access, with lifetime and yearly (non-recurring) purchase options available.

### What devices is Head Model Studio compatible with?

The application is designed for iOS and iPadOS devices, allowing artists to study faces in detail on their Apple tablets and phones.

### How can this app help me learn to draw faces?

The app helps by providing detailed 3D models that can be manipulated to study facial planes from any angle. The customizable lighting and rendering options allow you to understand how light interacts with form, which is crucial for realistic portrait drawing.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.21.0 — 2026-06-26

• Added support for Liquid Glass
• Fixed an issue that caused the app to close unexpectedly

### 2.20.0 — 2026-06-04

• New model: There is now a new aging group, and the first model is a 1-year-old baby.
• Fixed some crashes. If you are still experiencing issues, you can go to settings and disable Advanced Face Shaping until they are resolved.

### 2.19.0 — 2026-04-13

• Face Sculpting: You can now fine-tune facial features on realistic models.
• Bug Fixes: Fixed an issue where expression refinement did not work as expected.

### 2.18.0 — 2026-03-26

• New Hairstyles: Two new hairstyles for realistic models

### 2.17.0 — 2026-02-25

• Hairstyles: Realistic models now support hairstyles
• Improvements: Performance improvements and various bug fixes

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