ShadowDraw: Learn How to Draw

ShadowDraw: Learn How to Draw

Easy Drawing App for Beginners

1.7K ratings
467 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 14, 2017
  • April 20, 2026

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Learn to draw with guided, step-by-step lessons designed for beginners. Follow the strokes of professional artists to build confidence and master fundamental techniques. Explore thousands of tutorials across various popular art subjects.

Step-by-step guided drawing lessons
Thousands of tutorials
Manga, anime, people, animals, and nature subjects
Art Teacher Mode
Sketch My Way Mode
Builds drawing fundamentals
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What's New in ShadowDraw

2026.4

April 20, 2026

This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements. • Fixed an issue with saved drawings • Updated Spanish and Swedish localizations Enjoying ShadowDraw? Your review helps us keep improving and helps other beginners discover the app. Simply tap on Rate and Review in the Menu to share your feedback!

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ShadowDraw: Monthly Plan

Premium access to ShadowDraw+ for one month.

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7 Days trial
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User reviews

Not free

This app was horrible and I couldn’t even choose what I wanted to do and we had to draw the lines again on top of each other and there were like tiny dots that got their very own little step making it take to long

Not for me

Dude It keeps deleting my lines and you have to pay for a bunch of the stuff.

Good app for learning and experienced artists

I have loved this app for learning to draw and improve my artistic skills. One feature that I would love ti see back that was removed in a recent update, is the progress circle at the top of the screen during lessons,showing your progress during the lesson.

Please bring back this feature or make it optional through the setting in the app. Keep up the good work!
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Amazing app, but needs a custom photo import feature!

I absolutely love the blue-line tracing system in this app! It is the best drawing guide available. However, I really wish we could import our own photos to turn them into these interactive blue guides. I want to draw Christian and faith-based art, but the library doesn’t offer any. Letting us convert our own photos would bring so many new users to the app. Please add this features!
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It’s bad why do you have to spend money just to get a sketch

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Drawings disappearing after completion

Bug

App crashing on launch for some users

Bug

Eraser tool not working properly with coloring feature

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

More free drawing content

Feature

Canvas rotation and reference image positioning

Feature

Ability to save progress on drawings

Feature

Clearer visual indicators for brush/pen changes

Feature

Side-by-side drawing mode to practice without tracing

Feature

FAQ

What is ShadowDraw?

ShadowDraw is a drawing application designed for beginners to learn how to draw on an iPad using an Apple Pencil. It provides guided, step-by-step lessons that mimic the strokes of professional artists to teach fundamental drawing skills.

What kind of drawing lessons are available?

The app offers thousands of step-by-step tutorials covering popular art subjects such as manga and anime characters, people and portraits, animals, architecture, botanical art, and more. It also includes lessons on line control, shapes, proportions, shading, and detailing.

How does the learning process work?

Lessons are broken down into simple, guided steps. Each step unlocks only after the previous one is completed, providing a structured learning path. Users can choose between 'Art Teacher Mode,' where brushes and colors are pre-selected, or 'Sketch My Way,' offering creative freedom with tool and color choices.

Is ShadowDraw free to use?

The app is free to download and offers some free content. However, a ShadowDraw+ membership is available for purchase, which unlocks the full library of lessons and supports Family Sharing. This indicates a freemium or free with in-app purchases model.

What are the benefits of using ShadowDraw?

ShadowDraw helps beginners build confidence and accuracy by learning real drawing fundamentals. Its structured approach and approachable lessons make it easy to build a daily drawing habit, even for those with busy schedules. It has also been recognized by Apple as App of the Day.