Where to Learn Digital Art Online for Free (and a Few Paid Ones)
Whether you’re brand new to drawing on a tablet or switching over from traditional media, the internet is packed with resources to help you grow. And the best part is that many of them are completely free. In this guide, we’re sharing our favorite places to learn digital art online — from beginner-friendly tutorials to deep dives into illustration, character design, and even animation. We’ll also include a few paid options that are 100% worth it if you’re ready to invest in yourself.
Spooky Season Roundup: Halloween Treats, Events & Discounts
As Halloween creeps in, we’ve gathered some incredible deals and events for you — from spooky art events and creative software to limited-time discounts on tools we actually love using. Here are the best Halloween treats to help you create, learn, and save. Explore our Spooky Season Roundup for this year’s top events, specials, and discounts for digital artists and creators.
My First Tufting Adventure with Clawlab’s Tufting Kit
Clawlab recently sent me their Tufting Kit, and honestly, it’s the analog hobby I didn’t know I needed. Moreover, you can turn your digital illustrations into fuzzy, colorful objects — rugs, wall art, little tactile versions of your designs you can literally run your fingers through.
Wacom Just Launched MovinkPad 11 — Here’s Everything You Need to Know About It
The Wacom MovinkPad 11 is one of those “I didn’t know I needed this until I saw it” devices. It’s for anyone who wants to draw more often — even if they’re not a “digital artist” yet. It feels like a sketchbook, works like a tablet, and delivers like a Wacom. Whether you’re doodling at a coffeeshop or finally making time for that comic idea you've been sitting on, it’s there for you.
Why I Love the Apple Pencil for Digital Art
As a digital artist creating illustrations on my iPad using Procreate, my number one recommendation when it comes to styluses is the Apple Pencil. Its precision, pressure sensitivity, and natural feel make it the best stylus for creating digital art. If you’re looking for a reliable and intuitive tool for digital art, look no further.
Turning Daily Runs Into Playful Digital Art
Have you ever used a digital app in an unexpected way to create art? For Duncan McCabe, a Toronto-based software professional, the exercise-tracking app Strava became a tool for a whimsical, joyful experiment: turning his daily runs into a playful dancing stickman.