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This app helps oil and acrylic painters create a step-by-step plan for their artwork. It analyzes photos to identify colors, provides mixing recipes using your own paint tubes, and offers tools for value studies, line drawings, and progress tracking.
✓Photo analysis for color identification
✓Customizable paint mixing recipes
✓Step-by-step painting plan generation
✓Value and line drawing tools
✓Progress tracking and AI critique
✓Colorblind assist
✓Paint index with 700+ colors
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What's New in Paintwell
1.0.2
November 8, 2026
- A fresh app icon. Prefer another? Settings > App icon has the new one on black or light blue, the pearl palette, and white. - Honest recipes: every mix is judged the way paint really mixes, and Paintwell tells you when your paints can't reach a color. - Your shopping list now includes every paint your mixing sheet uses. - Trace's floating panel is white in light mode. - Fixes and small improvements.
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Professional, monthly
15 reviews and 10 line drawings a month
$6.001 Month
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FAQ
What is Paintwell?
Paintwell is a graphics and design app that helps oil and acrylic painters by turning photos into detailed painting plans. It analyzes images to provide color mixing recipes, step-by-step guides, and tools for creating line drawings and value studies.
Does Paintwell have ads?
No, Paintwell does not contain advertisements. It operates on a freemium model with optional in-app purchases for advanced features and subscription plans.
What are the subscription options for Paintwell?
Paintwell offers 'Studio' and 'Professional' monthly and yearly subscription plans, all with a 14-day free trial. These plans unlock unlimited projects, expert reviews, line drawings, and remove watermarks.
How does Paintwell help with color mixing?
Paintwell identifies the key colors in your reference photo and provides precise mixing recipes using real, buyable oil and acrylic paints from its extensive index. It even has a 'Mix Guide' that uses your camera to help you match the colors.
Can Paintwell help me plan my painting process?
Yes, Paintwell generates a 'Painting Plan' that outlines your artwork step-by-step, from initial drawing to final highlights. It includes estimated paint quantities for your canvas size and can be viewed as a timelapse.
What devices does Paintwell support?
Paintwell is available for iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible for artists on the go or in their studio.
How often is Paintwell updated?
Paintwell was last updated on October 27, 2026, with version 1.0.1. This indicates it is a relatively new application with ongoing development.
Is Paintwell suitable for beginners?
Paintwell is designed for oil and acrylic painters and offers features like line drawings and step-by-step plans that can be beneficial for beginners. The 'Basic' free version includes essential tools to get started.
