Do you dream of becoming a real artist and surprising your friends with your newfound artistic prowess? Unleash your creativity with ease! The Artist's Eye utility is your perfect companion on this journey, allowing you to draw or paint directly on paper or canvas using a real pen or pencil.

To get started, simply select a model picture, such as a photo, and as you draw, view your artwork through your phone or tablet equipped with a camera. The model image will appear semi-transparently over your work, guiding you to outline the contours accurately. This method is reminiscent of the centuries-old technique known as the camera lucida obscura (learn more at Wikipedia).

For the best results, consider attaching your phone to a support stand to keep it steady, freeing up both hands for your artistic endeavors. This isn't about taking shortcuts; it's a modern approach to learning and working on your art.

Be sure to watch the video tutorial to understand how to use the app effectively. Reviews indicate that low ratings often come from users who haven't fully grasped the app's functionality. A helpful tip: on newer Samsung and LG phones without a menu button, access the menu by long-pressing the task switching button.

The Artist's Eye has been recognized for its innovation, receiving an Honorable Mention in the Most Innovative App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2013 (link, archive) and securing second place in the Best Art App category at the Best App Ever Awards 2014 (link).

This version of the app is ad-supported and serves as a free trial. If you enjoy using it, please support ongoing development by purchasing the ad-free version. The app has been successfully tested on devices like the Samsung Galaxy S II (Android 2.3.3), Samsung Galaxy 10.1" tab (Android 3.1), HTC Flyer tab (Android 2.3.4), and Sony Xperia Z2 compact (Android 4.4.4).