# ToneStencil - Stencil Maker — Turn Photos Into Stencil Art

> App to turn photos into printable stencil art and halftone posters. (iPhone/iPad app by Steve Mitchell.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tonestencil-stencil-maker/id6767592281 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Steve Mitchell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1889490520)
- Category: Graphics & Design
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-13
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tonestencil-stencil-maker/id6767592281/reviews.md

## What is ToneStencil?

Turn photos into bold printable stencil art in seconds.

ToneStencil transforms photos into printable stencil artwork, halftone posters and street-art style designs ready for printing, cutting, spray painting and large-scale creative projects. Create bold stencil graphics from your photos with a simple workflow designed for artists, mural painters, makers and hobbyists.

Import a photo, refine the artwork using live controls and instantly generate striking stencil art ready for printing. Export tiled multi-page PDFs for murals, posters, stencil cutting and large-format artwork.

ToneStencil includes two export modes:

Print Mode

Create full solid-black artwork for posters, print layouts, references and graphic art projects.

Cut Mode

Designed specifically for stencil making. Hatch lines reduce ink usage while clearly showing which areas should be cut out when creating physical stencils.

Features:

• Turn photos into printable stencil artwork
• Create bold halftone poster effects
• Export tiled multi-page PDF templates
• Print large artwork across multiple pages
• Live controls for threshold, detail, smoothness, line weight and angle
• Works with colour and black-and-white photos
• Print Mode for solid artwork
• Cut Mode with hatch lines for stencil cutting
• Built-in overlap for easier stencil alignment
• A4 and Letter paper support
• Multi-page assembly guides
• Fast native iPhone workflow

Perfect for:

• Spray paint stencils
• Murals
• Street-art posters
• Paste-ups
• Canvas transfers
• Installation art
• Large-scale portrait artwork

Privacy:

Your images stay private. ToneStencil does not store, upload or share your images. Everything is processed locally on your device.

## Key features

- Convert photos to stencil art
- Create halftone poster effects
- Export tiled multi-page PDFs
- Print large artwork across pages
- Live controls for artwork refinement
- Print and Cut export modes

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tonestencil-stencil-maker/id6767592281/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Junk

*2026-06-19*

Useless app. Doesn’t do much worth being effective.

## Frequently asked questions about ToneStencil

### What is ToneStencil?

ToneStencil is an application that transforms your photos into printable stencil art, halftone posters, and street-art style designs. It's designed for artists and makers to easily create artwork for printing, cutting, or spray painting.

### How does ToneStencil work?

You import a photo, use live controls to refine the artwork, and then generate striking stencil art. The app offers two export modes: Print Mode for solid artwork and Cut Mode with hatch lines for physical stencil creation.

### Can I print large artwork with ToneStencil?

Yes, ToneStencil allows you to export tiled multi-page PDF templates, enabling you to print large artwork across multiple pages. It supports A4 and Letter paper sizes and includes assembly guides.

### Is ToneStencil suitable for making physical stencils?

Absolutely. The 'Cut Mode' is specifically designed for stencil making, featuring hatch lines to reduce ink usage and clearly indicate cut-out areas. It also includes built-in overlap for easier stencil alignment.

### Does ToneStencil have ads?

No, ToneStencil does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience for its users.

### What devices does ToneStencil support?

ToneStencil is currently supported on iPhone devices. It offers a fast, native iPhone workflow for creating your stencil art.

### How much does ToneStencil cost?

ToneStencil is available for a one-time purchase price of $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required.

### Is my privacy protected when using ToneStencil?

Yes, your images remain private. ToneStencil processes all images locally on your device and does not store, upload, or share your photos.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2026-06-15

Improved App Store listing and product information.

Updated descriptions, keywords and screenshots to better showcase ToneStencil's printable stencil art workflow and PDF export features.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-06-13

Updated privacy policy links and support information.
Minor improvements and maintenance updates.

### 1.1 — 2026-05-17

Version 1.1 brings major improvements to the ToneStencil workflow and App Store presentation.

New in this update:
• Improved App Store screenshots and onboarding clarity
• Better stencil workflow messaging and export guidance
• Refined artwork controls and usability improvements
• Improved support for both colour and black-and-white photos
• General performance improvements and bug fixes

Thanks for supporting ToneStencil. More stencil and export improvements are already in development.

### 1.0 — 2026-05-13

No release notes.

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All apps by Steve Mitchell: https://appshunter.io/developer/1889490520

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-10.*
