# OilSketch - Watercolor Effect — Photo to Best Looking Painting

> Photo to oil painting converter with postcard printing service. (iPhone/iPad app by Rukshan Marapana.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oilsketch-watercolor-effect/id856219903 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rukshan Marapana](https://appshunter.io/developer/546670930)
- Category: Photo & Video, Productivity
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 2.50/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-07-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oilsketch-watercolor-effect/id856219903/reviews.md

## What is OilSketch?

Oil Sketch is the perfect app to turn your photos into beautiful oil paintings! 
And send them as printed post cards to your loved ones anywhere in the world!

You don't need to paint to create beautiful oil paintings, Oil Sketch does that task for you!
Simply select a photo from your photo library, or directly take a picture using in-app camera. And simply apply a filter to turn it into an oil painting.


Or simply share with Facebook, Twitter, Messages, Email and more.

## Key features

- Convert photos to oil paintings
- Apply artistic filters
- In-app camera
- Share to social media
- Send printed postcards

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oilsketch-watercolor-effect/id856219903/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Don’t get

*2021-01-19*

There are only a few choices to pick from and none of them look good. Big disappointment

### 1/5 — Useless

*2019-02-09*

App pretty much does nothing, don’t waste your money 👎

**Developer response:** App turns your photos into real art. We're not sure what you meant.

### 1/5 — Not worth free

*2018-08-24*

Not worth a penny

**Developer response:** App turns your photos into a real art. Did you expect something else ?

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2018-01-03*

I have tried numerous times to access my photo library with OS, however each time it locks up on a blank white screen.  I have to delete the app to “unlock it”.  I have reinstalled OS at least 3 times with the same end result.  I am using a 7Plus.  Also, when going to tech support you are required to use Twitter... I don’t use twitter and have no plans to install ... so, I guess I got the shaft 2 ways!

**Developer response:** This issue was fixed in the latest update. If you like the app please update the review :)

### 1/5 — Not good

*2017-05-16*

Oil Sketch seems to have only one oil paint setting, and it isn't even good quality.  Then you have some color variations.  Applied each to a camera roll photo--very blah.  There are many apps (JixiPix, for example) that do an amazing job turning your photos into art.  Deleting now.

### 5/5 — So much more than I expected!

*2017-05-04*

This turns any ordinary picture (both my own and random ones from online, like a specific bridge or skyline) and does some crazy magic that turns it into REAL ART. No kidding! The only caveat is that any and all adjustments must be made before you change it with one of the 8 settings, and (obviously) the better the image quality, the better your results tend to be. All the presets are free, and there are no annoying ads; and yes, I'm telling the truth, no matter how inconceivable that may be! If the devs are reading this, I would be more than willing to help support y'all if you would make more variations... but either way, THANK YOU! This app actually made my sister's "frame a picture with a huge mat people sign" for her guest book. It saved me hours of editing elsewhere.

**Developer response:** We're really glad to hear your feedback.  We'll add more features in a future release. Let us know if you have any suggestions via Facebook Messenger here http://m.me/OilSketch 🙂

### 5/5 — awesome app

*2014-07-26*

good!!!!!

## Frequently asked questions about OilSketch

### What is OilSketch?

OilSketch is an application designed to transform your digital photos into realistic oil paintings. It offers a simple way to apply artistic filters and create unique visual effects for your images.

### How do I use OilSketch to create an oil painting?

You can select a photo from your library or take a new one using the in-app camera. Then, simply apply a filter to convert it into an oil painting effect.

### Can I send my OilSketch creations as physical postcards?

Yes, OilSketch allows you to send your transformed photos as printed postcards to loved ones anywhere in the world directly from the app.

### Does OilSketch have ads?

No, OilSketch does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted creative experience for users.

### What devices is OilSketch compatible with?

OilSketch is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices, offering its artistic features to Apple users.

### How much does OilSketch cost?

OilSketch is available for a one-time purchase price of $2.99.

### When was OilSketch last updated?

The latest version of OilSketch was released on January 12, 2018, indicating it has not received recent updates.

### What is the age rating for OilSketch?

OilSketch has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users to explore their creativity.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2018-01-12

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed the crash when accessing photo library in some devices.
iOS 11 support.

### 1.1 — 2014-08-03

NOTE: This app does not support iPhone 4. All other devices ( iPhone 4S and up ) are supported.

### 1.0 — 2014-07-19

No release notes.

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