Timed Sketch vs HyperRef

Draw better with focused, intentional challenges. Timed Sketch turns drawing into a system of short, structured challenges that help artists improve fundamentals like forms, gesture, and figure construction. Each time-based session is designed to build line confidence, visual memory and consistency. Why Artists Love Timed Sketch: • Practice with Intention – Every challenge targets a specific skill, from gesture to construction. • Build Confidence – Timed sessions encourage commitment and help reduce overthinking. • Show Up Every Day – Clear, intentional challenges make daily practice simple and consistent. • See Your Growth – Track your progress and watch your skills develop over time. • Learn Together – Explore and share studies created by other artists. Built to Help You Grow • Curated Challenges – Carefully designed exercises that push your skills forward. • Curated Studies – Focused sets of reference images covering anatomy, gestures, and forms. • Timed Sessions – Structure that supports focus and creative flow. • Sketchbook – A visual record of your progress and practice. • Community Studies – Create, share, and explore studies from other artists. • Smart Nudges – Gentle reminders to help you maintain a steady practice. Made for: • Self-taught artists who want measurable improvement • Artists seeking structured, intentional practice • Hobbyists who want growth without pressure • Creators who want every sketch to count Timed Sketch — practice with purpose, and grow with every challenge.

HyperRef provides a focused, distraction-free environment with no infinite scrolling or algorithms deciding what you see. Use your own curated reference library to accelerate your drawing and painting study. Features: - Powerful Web Import: Bulk-save multiple images instantly from almost any website or app. Select exactly what you need for fast, organized importing. - Advanced Study Filters: Isolate value, contrast, and color for a deeper understanding of lighting and composition. Essential for serious art study. - Timed Practice Mode: Use customizable, distraction-free slideshows for quick figure drawing or anatomy study sessions. - Study Mode: Attach your own sketches and studies directly to reference images to track your progress over time. - Biometric Protection: Lock sensitive collections with Face ID or Touch ID for maximum privacy. - Smart Collections: Organize thousands of visual references with a gorgeous, efficient layout. - Offline First with iCloud Sync: Access your entire visual library instantly, anywhere on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Whether you're studying anatomy, lighting, composition, or preparing a detailed mood board, HyperRef keeps your visual library organized, secure, and always accessible. Start your reference library with 5 collections and 50 images free. Unlock unlimited storage and all Pro features with a single, one-time upgrade. No subscriptions, ever.