Seriously, there’s no better or more satisfying way to create a painting than with actual paint. However, if you have a busy schedule that only allows you to capture quick snapshots with your phone, then using some of the incredible painting apps in the app stores that will turn your photos into paintings has got to be the next best thing, especially if these apps teach you a little bit about the process of painting along the way.
Let me show you my top six apps for converting photos into convincing and realistic-looking paintings using traditional painting methods from watercolor to oil. I’ll finish off with one of my favorite apps for taking your art beyond the traditional approach of creating digital mobile art.