250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our artist reference list covers 250+ iPhone apps updated through September 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.8★ (17) | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free was $4.99 | 4.7★ (3) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.6★ (2.4K) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 3.8★ (12K) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | $1.99 | 4.8★ (1.2K) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 2.8★ (4) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
Access thousands of high-quality reference photos for your art. Share your creations, learn from others' interpretations, and track your artistic progress over time. This app also features an art community for inspiration and feedback.
This app provides digital reference tools for traditional artists working with physical media. It offers features like value studies, gridlines, side-by-side comparison, and composition adjustments to aid in creating accurate and balanced artwork.
This app provides 3D reference models for artists to study and draw faces. It offers detailed control over lighting and rendering to help users understand facial planes and tones, aiding in portrait drawing practice.
