Comparison

Creature Art Teacher vs Paintable

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Creature Art Teacher

Access over 800 hours of art and animation training from industry professionals. Learn animation, character design, digital illustration, and more. Download lessons for offline viewing on your devices.

Highlights
  • Over 800 hours of art and animation lessons
  • Offline viewing and downloads
  • Resume playback
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Dark Mode support
  • Live stream support
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=== VOTED THE #1 Online Animation Course by ImagineFX Magazine and CreativeBloq.com === Over 800 Hours of Art & Animation Lessons. Including Many Free Lessons Now Supports: • RESUME PLAY: Continue watching where you left off! • Picture in Picture! • Dark Mode • Improved Interface • Free videos included with Sign Up! • FaceID/Touch ID Login • Login with Apple or Facebook • Live Stream Support This version of the app allows Existing & New customers of Creature Art Teacher to login and quickly view all their lessons.  SUPPORTS OFFLINE VIEWING - That's right this app is the easiest way to get your lessons saved to your device to watch whenever & wherever you want. Even monthly streaming members can download for offline watching! OVER 800+ HOURS OF LESSONS - Learn From Aaron Blaise and other industry pro as they teach: - Animation - Character Design - Creature Design - Digital Illustration & Painting - Storytelling - Storyboarding - Animal Drawing - Traditional Art Mediums - Cartooning - Over a DOZEN New Lessons Added for Purchase in the App. - & Much More!! Works on iPhone, iPad & AppleTV ------------------- About Aaron Blaise:  Aaron has over 35 years of professional art experience. He was hired by Walt Disney Feature Animation in 1989 and spent 21+ years helping create films such as: "Beauty & The Beast", "Pocahontas", "Mulan" and more. During his time at Disney, Aaron designed and animated numerous animal and human characters.  In 2003 he was nominated for an Academy Award for co-directing the film "Brother Bear" You can follow Aaron and see more of his art on Instagram. You can also see videos of his work on YouTube or follow him on Facebook. ===== Support Options ===== Questions or Concerns? Please email us at support@creatureartteacher.com or visit: https://creatureartteacher.com/support/ Terms Of Service URL: https://creatureartteacher.com/terms-conditions/ Privacy Policy URL: https://creatureartteacher.com/privacy-policy/ Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Paintable

This app provides a structured learning path and community support for aspiring digital artists. It offers step-by-step guidance, monthly workshops, and personalized feedback to help users build confidence and complete their illustrations.

Highlights
  • 5-Level Learning Path
  • Monthly Themed Workshops
  • Private Feedback Space
  • Supportive Artist Community
  • Creative Habit Support
  • Illustration from Imagination
Features
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Transform into a confident artist by creating original illustrations from imagination, guided by a clear path, helpful feedback, and a community that shares your passion. Digital Painting Academy is a private, supportive space built specifically for self-taught digital artists who want to grow their skills, build a consistent creative practice, and confidently illustrate from imagination. Whether you’re just getting started or returning after years away, you’ll find the structure, feedback, and community you’ve been missing. Join over 9,000 artists already transforming their creative lives with our step-by-step learning path, monthly themed workshops, and expert support—designed to help you finish what you start and feel proud of the art you make. > WHO IS THIS FOR? This app is for digital artists who are: • Returning to art after a long break and ready to reconnect with their creative identity • Aspiring illustrators who want to level up and take their craft seriously • Hobbyists who love making art, but struggle to finish anything • Creative burnout survivors who want to bring joy back to their art practice If you’ve ever felt stuck, scattered, or overwhelmed by all the tutorials and advice out there—you’re not alone. This space is for artists who want real growth, real progress, and real connection. > WHAT WILL YOU GET? Inside the Digital Painting Academy app, you’ll find everything you need to go from dabbler to confident artist: ** A 5-Level Learning Path ** A clear roadmap from beginner foundations to fully polished illustrations—designed to build your skills step by step, so you’re never lost or wondering what to learn next. ** Monthly Workshops ** Every month, dive into new themes like portraits, characters, and storytelling illustration. Learn pro techniques, apply them through mini-projects, and stretch your creative muscles—without getting overwhelmed. ** Private Feedback Space ** Get personalized, constructive feedback from experienced mentors who understand your goals. Whether you’re stuck or just need a nudge, we’re here to help you keep going. ** Supportive Artist Community ** No ego. No distractions. Just a warm, encouraging space to connect, grow, and stay inspired with fellow artists who care about their craft as much as you do. ** Built-In Creative Habit Support ** Life gets busy—but that doesn’t mean your art has to take a backseat. We help you find a rhythm that fits your real life, so you can make consistent progress without burnout. > WHY JOIN? Because you’re putting in the hours—now it’s time to get the results you deserve. If you’ve ever thought: “I’ve been drawing for years, but I still don’t feel like I’m improving.” “I can’t seem to finish my projects.” “I know I could do this… if I just had the right structure.” This is the space you’ve been looking for. Create art you’re proud of. Finish what matters. And finally feel like a “real” artist. No more doing it alone. No more wondering what to work on next. Just a clear, supportive path to becoming the artist you’ve always wanted to be. Join Digital Painting Academy and unlock the skills, confidence, and momentum to bring your imagination to life—one finished piece at a time.

Screenshots

Creature Art Teacher4 screens
Paintable4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Paintable at none against Creature Art Teacher's 36. Paintable also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). Creature Art Teacher's advantage is ratings volume (56 vs 18). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Creature Art Teacher sells 36 one-off in-app purchases. Paintable asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Creature Art Teacher against 4.7 for Paintable. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 18 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Creature Art Teacher ships an update every 6 weeks, Paintable weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Creature Art Teacher versus Paintable: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCreature Art TeacherPaintable
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (56 ratings)4.7 (18 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings56 — better18
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB129 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperNicholas BurchPaintable Pte. Ltd.

Customer experience

Creature Art Teacher

All ratings54 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral1.9%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive80.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative16.1%

Paintable

All ratings18 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

36 purchases

Creature Art Teacher

One-time36
  • How to Draw Bears$1.00
  • Gesture Drawing Course$1.00
  • Perspective Drawing Course$1.00
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  • Charcoal Drawing Course$1.00
  • Dynamic Lighting & The Figure$1.00
  • Character Design Course$5.00
  • Draw Wolves, Coyotes & Foxes$5.00
  • Creating in Procreate$5.00
  • How to Paint Light$5.00
  • Digital Painting in Photoshop$5.00
  • Advanced Animation Course$5.00
  • Pen & Ink Drawing Tutorial$5.00
  • How to Pitch Your Ideas!$5.00
  • Let's Draw: Drawing Basics$5.00
  • Creature Design Course$5.00
  • How to Animate a 4 Leg Walk$10.00
  • Complete Animation Course$10.00
  • Watercolor Painting Course$10.00
  • 4 Leg Animation Bundle$10.00
  • Storyboarding Course$10.00
  • Sculpting in ZBrush$10.00
  • How to Draw Horses Course$15.00
  • Animation on Paper Course$15.00
  • Animate in Procreate Dreams$18.00
  • Drawing Clear Expressions$20.00
  • 1 Page Screenplay Brad Raymond$24.00
  • 2DFX Animation Course$25.00
  • The Art of the Storyboard$25.00
  • Taking Control of Color!$25.00
  • Animal Character Design Course$28.00
  • How to Draw Human Anatomy$30.00
  • How to Draw Birds of Prey$35.00
  • Fundamentals of Animation$39.00
  • How to Draw Big Cats$45.00
  • Acting for Animation Course$55.00
  • Animal Drawing Bundle$75.00
None

Paintable

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Creature Art Teacher free?
Creature Art Teacher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Paintable free?
Paintable is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Creature Art Teacher or Paintable?
Paintable is rated higher. Creature Art Teacher averages 4.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Paintable averages 4.7 from 18 ratings.
Do Creature Art Teacher or Paintable have ads?
Neither Creature Art Teacher nor Paintable shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Creature Art Teacher or Paintable?
Creature Art Teacher ships an update every 6 weeks, and Paintable weekly. Most recently, Creature Art Teacher was updated on October 24, 2026 and Paintable on October 25, 2026.

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