Unusual drawing. Online drawing on a computer: an overview of unique services

There have always been, but only recently we can observe a rapid trend in the emergence of online image processing services. If you have never used such services, then you will probably be surprised by the amount of features, options and speed they offer.

Even though most of these applications are developed in Flash, they still load and run very quickly. We also present several online photo editors, developed with javascript, which work just as well as those based on Flash.

pixlr is an online photo and image editor developed in Flash. The interface is arranged as in many graphic editors. In general, the application may seem complicated if you have never dealt with image editors before, but if you have worked in Photoshop, GIMP, Paint.net, Paint Shop Pro, etc., then you will quickly understand all the features. Pixlr can even open PSD files.

Sketchpad is a simple yet powerful online drawing application. Flash support is not needed here, as the application was developed in javascript and HTML5. Sketchpad is considered the best application for those who just want to draw, but do not have the ability or desire to install specialized software on their computer.

QueekyPaint is a unique drawing tool for creating animated images online. Like Fauxto was the most powerful instrument of this type until it suddenly disappeared. QueekyPaint has a very unique interface that allows you to quickly become familiar with the application. Here you can use all the basic functions of Photoshop.

splashup equipped with a very interesting interface. The application is almost an alternative to Photoshop, but only it is developed in Flash. You can also manage layers and use all the popular effects, just like in Photoshop. If you are a Photoshop fan, then you will love this app for sure!

Online version of Photoshop. Although this version is less functional than a standalone application, you can still implement almost everything that is required.

From simple retouching to complex effects, everything can be done in Phoenix. In addition to effects, the application also has a beautiful interface.

07. Raven Vector Editor

You can use the editor Raven Vector Editor to create scalable vector designs for both logos and T-shirt designs. Of course, this application cannot be compared with Illustrator, but still it is a worthy alternative.

Sumo Paint is a complete imaging and painting application (just take a look at the examples posted on their website).

Myoats It really is something everyone should try. Here you can develop both simple and complex symmetrical designs, shapes and textures. The design is created in a circle. If you are looking for a texturing tool, then we recommend Myoats.

Basic drawing and editing tools

If you are looking for a simple “drawing tool” or photo and image editors without any specific features, then we have a selection for you (This selection is also suitable for children!)

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We develop creative potential

In an apartment where there is a child, there will definitely be a lot of felt-tip pens, paints, pencils and crayons, sketchbooks and coloring books. In childhood, everyone draws without thinking how well the picture turned out, because it is done for the sake of pleasure. For some time now, the style of drawing with just fingers dipped in paint has become popular, and children especially like this method. But the very first art appears on the wallpaper, if the parents did not keep track of their child. Through drawings, children learn about the world, giving them their own vision of the environment. From them you can read the mind of the child and understand what worries him. Already becoming an adult, he looks closely at what he has done, compares it with the paintings of other children, and if his own work is inferior in beauty, he feels discomfort and gradually stops drawing.

Not everyone is given to become great artists, because everyone has their own talents, but while the kids are at the age when the topic of drawing is relevant for them, drawing games are another great way to express themselves. The options for these toys are varied and are offered to novice painters:

• color black and white pictures,
• draw something yourself
• repeat the task on the computer,
• play logic games where special drawing talents are not required.

No one requires the realism of the pictures, and it is only important to correctly fulfill the condition. Cute drawing games for girls allow you to create an original card for your girlfriend using the artist's virtual tools:

• brushes and paints,
• pencils and erasers,
• crayons and markers.

There is no limit to creativity, because a violent fantasy throws up new images every second, ready to be imprinted on the canvas. - this is a new look at an activity that is so pleasant to indulge in during leisure. But now the clothes and the table will not get dirty, and you will not have to clean up after a good time. You can not even drive a pencil yourself, but choose from the proposed options the one that you liked and make an identikit of a familiar person or come up with a funny one little man, substituting ears, nose, eyes, hairstyle, lips and other facial features. What happened, send to the printer and show a friend who is so similar to the cartoon you created to laugh together and continue the fun together. Just send a friend a link to this fun and compare the results when you meet.

Educational games

Logic drawing games for children not only entertain, but also educate. You are offered a variety of tasks, for example, guide the sugar in the cup, drawing the guiding lines of their movement. You can connect the numbers in order and see what kind of picture you get, and show the falling colored balls with the help of a drawn line the way to the cell of the same color. Even the game about three in a row, familiar to all of you, takes on a new look when you need to remove chains of balls of the same color using a line drawn on them. Sometimes there are also such drawing games for girls, where a passion for outfits and arts is combined. It’s easy to choose a true artist’s suit with a paint-stained apron from your wardrobe or come up with a completely new creative look. And when the style of clothing is completed, you can proceed to the empty canvas placed on the easel to capture the great creation on it. Many more different entertaining versions of drawing games will entertain you and teach you many interesting techniques, and you can post those pictures that you especially like on your social pages and discuss them with friends.

Drawing games are especially popular with children, but often adults also enthusiastically create in them. The drawing world is completely unique in its possibilities. There are no restrictions on colors, materials, effects that can be combined with each other in the most mysterious and bizarre images.

Drawing online is very easy. Everything that is needed to create a masterpiece picture is offered to gamers by the game itself. In it, paints are laid out on convenient palettes, a huge set of brushes is presented, there are pencils. You can create with "fingers", crayons, in any existing way.

Many online drawing games already have a theme for creativity. Most often these are cartoons programmed for drawing pictures, characters and heroes of fairy tales. But there are game ideas for a more adult audience. Here, for high-quality drawing, you will need logic, the ability to solve quest problems, fantasize and work with complex objects. Young artists are invited to create tattoos, use paintings to animate characters, lay communications, trace routes and cunning schemes. Drawing is more than creativity, and online games are ready to prove it.

Greetings to all!

If earlier, to draw a picture, you needed a brush, easel, paints, etc. things, but now you can create without leaving your computer! Moreover, I want to note that the pictures created in some editor on a computer also cause great delight (as if it were a picture on canvas)!

I will add that many mistakenly believe that it is easier to draw a picture on a computer than on a canvas. Moving the cursor (or even drawing with a graphics tablet) is no easier or faster!

Actually, this article is about tools - to draw a picture, you need special programs for drawing (note: graphic editors). Here they will be discussed below. (by the way, I will add that I chose free programs with support for all popular Windows: 7, 8, 10 (32|64 bits)) . So...

By the way!I have another article on my blog about drawing. There is a special sites that allow you to create paintings online, meet other artists, find common ideas. See this article for more on this:

List of the best programs. Let's start drawing?

Before moving on to programs, I would like to dwell on one important issue - the type of computer graphics. In general, there are two main types - vector and raster charts.

Raster drawing It is a canvas on which there are many multi-colored dots (pixels). Together, all these points look to the human eye, like some kind of picture (or photo).

Vector drawing consists of entities: line, segment, square, ellipse, etc., which are all interconnected. All these entities also form the most diverse pictures.

The main advantage of a vector drawing over a raster one is the ability to transform it in any way (for example, increase it) without losing quality. The computer, in fact, only needs to recalculate your picture according to the mat. formulas.

Raster graphics are convenient for creating high-quality photos and digital drawings. The most popular bitmap image formats are JPEG and PNG. It is raster graphics that are most popular in our time (and that is why, in my article, the main focus is on programs for working with them).

Vector editors in the article: Gravit, DrawPlus, Inkscape.

Raster editors in the article: Paint, Gimp, ArtWeaver and more...

Paint

Raster editor

Basic program in Windows

How to run: find it in the START menu, or press the Win + R buttons, enter the mspaint command in the open line and press Enter.

A very simple graphics editor designed not even for drawing, but for easy editing of pictures (add an inscription, an arrow, wipe something, cut one piece of the picture and paste it into another, save the screenshot, etc.).

Professionally, of course, you can hardly draw anything in Paint, but if we are talking about some very simple drawings, then the program can be used. At least if you are only at the very beginning of the journey, then why not try? ☺

gimp

Raster editor (partly vector)

The GNU Image Manipulation Program (or GIMP for short) is a very powerful free and multi-purpose image editor. This editor is very versatile: it can be used for drawing, or as a program for retouching digital photos, as a program for processing a package of pictures and publishing them (+ converting one format to another).

In addition, there are very interesting opportunities for creating step-by-step commands (scripts) that will automate routine tasks (and scripts can be really complex)!

Main advantages:

• drawing pictures and posters;
• support for graphics tablets (Wacom, Genius, etc.);
• draw web designs for sites, edit ready-made layouts from Photoshop;
• you can refresh your old photos, make them more juicy and bright;
• or poster;
• remove unnecessary elements from photos (a bad shot can become a good one!);
• a huge collection of plug-ins for GIMP will allow you to solve a wide variety of tasks;
• program support Windows, Mac, Linux.

ArtWeaver

Raster editor (some analogue of Photoshop)

This program repeats many of the tools of such a popular editor as Adobe Photoshop. To edit ready-made pictures and draw new ones, there are a bunch of ready-made brushes of all types and sizes, different modes, pencil imitation, ink pen, oil brush, etc.

Main advantages:

• support for all popular graphic formats: GIF, JPEG, PCX, TGA, TIFF, PNG (including PSD and AWD);
• a huge number of tools for editing pictures: gradients, selections, fillings, etc.;
• plugin support;
• the presence of convenient tools for drawing: brushes, pencils, etc .;
• support for a graphics tablet (a BIG plus for those who like to draw);
• many different filters: spot, blur, mosaic, masking, etc.;
• working with text layers;
• the possibility of consecutive undoing of their actions.
• support for all popular versions of Windows.

MyPaint

Raster editor

MyPaint - painted portrait of a girl

A popular raster graphics editor designed more for digital artists (those who like to draw). Represents an unlimited canvas (sheet) and a relatively simple interface on GTK +, without distracting the artist from the creative process - drawing.

Unlike the same Gimp, MyPaint has much less graph functionality. editor, but to your attention a huge dimensionless canvas; a large number of brushes, for a variety of tasks and for different functions (there are a lot of brushes, see the screen above).

MyPaint is a tool for painting with brushes on a PC screen in much the same way as you would on a real canvas. In addition to brushes, there are: crayons, charcoal, pencils, etc. It is difficult to resist if there is a craving for drawing ...

Main features:

• the program is specifically designed for drawing, so it has fewer options for editing existing pictures (that is, there are no functions such as selection, scaling, etc.);
• a huge set of brushes that can be customized: create and change groups, blur, mix colors, etc.;
• the program supports graphics tablet;
• the boundless canvas is very convenient in the process of drawing - nothing holds you back while creating;
• layer support: copy, paste, transparency settings, etc.;
• supported by Windows, Mac OS, Linux.

SmoothDraw

Raster

A free program for painting and those who like to draw by hand on a computer. The interface of the program is very simple, designed so that anyone who has just started as an artist can immediately start creating, without wasting time studying.

I want to immediately note that the program has a lot of brushes (pen, brush, airbrush, pencil, etc.), there are tools for retouching, working with layers, you can change the brightness, contrast, colors of pictures, add some effects .

Program features:

• many types of brushes for drawing: pencil, chalk, pen, airbrush, brush, spray, etc.;
• works with tablet PCs, supports graphic tablets;
• works with the following image formats: PNG, BMP, JPEG, JPG, TGA, JIF, GIF and TIFF;
• there are photo retouching tools;
• work with layers;
• the possibility of color correction;
• compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10.

Note! For SmoothDraw to work, you must have at least NET Framework version v2.0 on Windows.

Paint.NET

Raster

Paint.NET is a free picture and photo editor for Windows. The main difference from other programs is that it uses an intuitive and innovative interface with support for layers, a dimensionless canvas, special effects, useful and powerful editing tools (analogues of which are only in paid products).

Active and growing online support will help in case of non-standard problems. In addition, a lot of instructions have been written for the program, add. plugins to expand the possibilities.

Peculiarities:

• free to distribute and use;
• user-friendly interface (somewhat similar to Photoshop);
• you can work with multiple documents at the same time;
• support for working with layers;
• a large number of instructions;
• the program is optimized to work with 2 and 4 core modern processors;
• supported by all popular Windows: XP, 7, 8, 10.

livebrush

Raster

livebrush(translated from English "live brush") - a powerful graphics editor that allows you to draw with brushes. Moreover, I want to note right away that the “drawing tool” is not simple, with its help you can create quite interesting pictures, decorate art with beautiful strokes and lines, etc.

In the process of work, you can pick up and adjust the brush so that during its movement - the line under the brush will change its thickness, color, transparency, tip rotation, depending on your mouse movement speed, pressing speed, etc.

By the way, those who have a graphics tablet will be able to fully experience the benefits of Livebrush, because it also understands the force of pressure and its inclinations.

The set of the program has a lot of brushes of different shapes: from simple lines to patterned gothic ornaments. By the way, any pattern can be corrected by yourself by switching to pencil editing.

In addition, you can draw a pattern yourself and save it as a template. You can import ready-made brush sets, projects, decorations into the program. By the way, they can be found in huge numbers on the official forum of the program.

In general, my verdict is that the program is very convenient, interesting, and deserves the attention of all drawing lovers!

Inkscape (Inkscape)

Vector editor (one of the few)

Free analogues: Gravit, DrawPlus

Paid counterparts: CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator

Inkscape is a free vector editor, one of the few that can partially replace such monsters as Corel Draw and Adobe Illustrator. The application has a fairly standard interface: a color palette, menus, tools. The program supports all major graphic formats: SVG, PDF, AI, PS, EPS, CorelDRAW.

By the way, Inkscape also has tools from the bitmap editor - for example, it supports various types of blending. In addition to drawing some geometric shapes, the program supports extensive work with text: you can write text along curved lines. Looks very cool and unusual.

The application has a fairly large number of filters, extensions, etc. in its arsenal. All this is available at the office. program website.

Gravity

Vector editor (online version)

Gravity- quite an interesting vector editor. Of course, he will not be able to replace Adobe Illustrator, but he will be able to argue with the previous program (Inkscape).

Of the tools, there is all the most basic: feathers, lines, intersection and carving of shapes from each other, alignment, layers, fonts, etc. Works can be exported to SVG format, to several bitmaps. Also in the program you can open the work made in Adobe Illustrator.

What is somewhat surprising is that Gravit looks like a real program while running in a browser window, and without the use of Flash. Of the main shortcomings, I would single out the lack of the Russian language.

By the way, Gravit has an interesting implementation of the canvas selection: you can choose both standard formats for sheets, business cards, postcards, as well as create covers for popular social networks, phone screens, and other gadgets.

In general, an interesting editor that deserves attention.

Draw Plus

Vector

A very flexible and powerful graphics editor that allows its users to create high-quality illustrations. This program will allow you to fully reveal your abilities in drawing.

DrawPlus has many tools that will allow you to easily and quickly create a variety of shapes, strokes, lines. Each of the elements can be combined with others and gradually everything in the complex will become a rather complex, but beautiful illustration.

By the way, DrawPlus has a 3D module - it will allow you to turn your creativity into real 3D design elements. You can apply a wide variety of effects when creating logos, isometric projections, flowcharts.

A huge number of formats can be imported into the program: PDF, AI, SVG, SVGZ, EPS, PS, SMF, etc. Own format for projects - DPP.

graffiti studio

Website: http://www.vandalsquad.com

Raster graphics

One of the best graffiti drawing software, looks as realistic as it gets!

To start drawing: you need to select a piece of canvas (car, walls, bus), and, in fact, start creating (there are just heaps of ready-made options for selection!). The artist's arsenal includes a large palette of colors (more than 100 pieces), several types of caps (skinny, regular and fat), a marker. The distance to the surface is changed manually, it is possible to make streaks. In general, for fans of such graphics - the scope is huge!

Those who do not believe that real masterpieces can be created in the program, I recommend that you look at the official website and see the best works - your look will change a lot!

PixBuilder Studio

Raster editor

Powerful program for processing and editing graphic images and photos. In addition to editing, it is quite possible to draw and create (however, there are fewer tools for this than in previous similar programs).

PixBuilder Studio has quite interesting tools that allow you to finely work with color, brightness, contrast, and layers. In addition, there are built-in effects (for example, dithering (when processing digital signals, it is the mixing of pseudo-random noise with a specially selected spectrum into the primary signal) ), blur, sharpen, etc.

Peculiarities:

• support for popular raster formats: BMP, PNG, JPG, GIF, TIFF, etc.;
• there is an opportunity and tools for drawing (though very limited);
• great opportunities for editing finished photos and pictures;
• the ability to work with layers;
• professional work with color: balance adjustment, brightness, contrast, etc.;
• setting "hot" keys;
• the presence of ready-made effects (you only need to apply them);
• preview (to evaluate the result);
• support for popular Windows OS: 7, 8, 10.

Krita

Raster editor

An excellent and convenient raster graphics editor for artists (by the way, at the time of writing this review, the program is free even for commercial use). Krita works on both Windows and Linux.

As for the most important thing: there is a good brush motion stabilizer, layers, masks, dynamic brushes, animation, a large number of blending modes, imitation of paper and pastels, an "infinite" canvas, etc.

By the way, there is even a portable version of the program that can be run from a regular USB flash drive on any PC. The program has also been translated into Russian.

PS: the article will be supplemented ...

Thanks in advance for tips and advice in the comments!

Children love to devote time to creative activities - a great way to express themselves with the help of improvised means: brushes and paints. Quicksave's catalog of wonderful browser games features a variety of black and white coloring books for young artists to show their full potential. Online drawing games without registration are suitable for kids of any age category, the main thing is that the child shows interest in what is happening and gets real pleasure from the gameplay.

Saturated colors will help achieve the desired effect.

The popularity of such thematic flash games without registration is only growing - modern children want to discover new facets in themselves and demonstrate their individuality to others. So that the interior in the apartment does not suffer from the art of your child, it is advisable for adults to involve children in virtual drawing rooms from the first year of life.

Drawing for a child is a kind of element of knowledge of the world, his own interpretation of the events taking place around him. By shades and color combinations, observant parents can learn about children's thoughts that may excite a novice creator and do everything possible to cheer him up and eradicate a possible problem in time.

Such an exciting creative action is:

• An excellent opportunity to show sketches of a violent childhood fantasy captured on a computer screen;
• Useful and effective way to spend your leisure time. Here you can improvise and compare the results with the drawings of close friends;
• A great chance to join the art and practice thinking outside the box, improve mindfulness, creativity, develop perseverance and determination.

Try new techniques, experiment with color combinations, practice regularly creating fresh creations, and very soon you will find your own unique style.

Creating original masterpieces with a computer mouse is real!

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