It boils down to thisвЂ¦ the iPhone version only comes with the Basic Artist Tools: Oil Brush, Pencil, Palette Knife, Paint Tube, Color Sampler, Crayon, and Eraser. Surprisingly, some of the tools present in the iPad version and missing in the iPhone version. Just like the iPad version, the iPhone version doesn't include all of the tools present in the desktop versions. Overall, ArtRage for iPad is an absolutely a keeper! Whether you're on the go, or just sitting on your favorite couchвЂ¦ ArtRage for iPad is an excellent creative companion for both the novice and professional. I found myself having to tap a few of the buttons in order to find the options I needed. My only gripe with the iPad version is how the file management (Gallery) is handled. Alternatively, you may choose to minimize the panels, only showing the currently selected tool. An excellent feature is having the option to keep the toolset and color wheel present at all times. Honestly, it has so much to offer, that I didn't miss those tools at all.ДЄll of the tools are accessible by tapping on the designated corner, and the color wheel is accessible by tapping on the opposite corner. The iPad version comes with most of the tools with the exception of the Effects Tools ('Gloop' Pen, Sticker Spray, Selection Tool, Transformation Tool, Text Tool) and the Utility Tools (Cloner, Gradient Fill, Pattern Fill).

If you look at the comparison chart, you'll notice there are some tools that are present in the desktop versions that are missing in the iPad version. If you're looking to create that digital masterpiece on the go, and more importantly, you're looking to do it on a budgetвЂ¦ ArtRage for iPad is a good place to start. I'm still not convinced it's a Photoshop or Toon Boom replacement, but for $50 it's a nice addition to for any art tool collections.

I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking to create digital paintings. My overall impression of ArtRage is positive. I'm not sure if this was because I was using my drawing tablet, but, nonetheless, it was annoying and distracting. Luckily, it only seemed to happen when I was mucking with the canvas position and/or the zoom functions. Although it never crashed, the lag was noticeable and frustrating. I did, however, experience times when the application would hesitate and lag. This feature is amazing, and I absolutely love it.ДЇor the most part, ArtRage is a solid application. Initially, this threw me off, but after a few minutes, I began to question why other apps don't do the same thing. Navigating your way through the Pods can be daunting, but once you start using the program, you should have no trouble using them.ДЄn interesting point to mention about the interface elements is that they are automatically hidden whenever the brush approaches. While the important functions and tools are front-and-center, the application uses something referred to as Pods to keep the deeper functions out of the way until you're ready to use them. The interface, however, was a little strange at first. With the range of tools available in ArtRage, and the ease with which these tools may be used, you'll be digitally painting happy little tress in no time. You can also add a color bitmap to your canvas, or remove all of the textures and make the surface transparent. Or, you can customize some of the Canvas Properties (texture and roughness, to name a few) to give your canvas a personal touch. There are a variety of Canvas Presets from which you may choose. Another great feature of ArtRage is its canvas.

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