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The new Multi-Touch subsystem in the new iPad 9.7" and iPad Pro gives Apple Pencil striking capabilities alongside pixel perfect precision. Using incredibly sensitive pressure and tilt sensors, Apple Pencil instantly recognizes when you are pressing harder or shifting its angle. So you can vary line weight, create subtle shading, and produce a wide range of artistic effects — just like with a conventional pencil.
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Cintiq replacement
on January 8, 2016
Posted by: Zoglow
Verified Purchase:Yes
The iPad Pro combined with the Apple Pencil works perfectly for MY needs. That is, for someone who doesn't like photoshop's ui but prefers Procreate's sleek design that doesn't get in the way of the art. My favorite pastime happens to be watching speed-paintings on YouTube, most of which use photoshop. Yet the actual techniques they use can mostly be done faster, smoother, and more naturally in Procreate.
Now, I will admit that procreate is a very FOCUSED app, and so you may have to switch apps to add text, but that said, Savage Interactive is very present on Procreate's forums, where users can suggest features. So it won't be long before Procreate is perfected.
But if you feel chained to photoshop you still have some wonderful options. The app 'Astropad,' which mirrors your Mac's screen, is designed for artists from the ground up, and supports both the pressure and tilt sensitivity of the Apple Pencil.
At the moment I am working on making a webcomic exclusively on the iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil, which you can follow at: http://theipadartistsjourney.blogspot.com/
I am not planning on even using Astropad, since that requires an external computer. So if you are interested in this being your only computer, definitely check that out.
As for the actual experience of drawing with the Pencil, I think it is wonderful. Tilt makes shading such a natural experience, and the palm rejection is a blessing. My only complaint is that the Pencil does not have a strong enough magnet to stick to the iPad itself, but only to the extremely expensive Smart Cover. Surprisingly I haven't lost it yet, though.
If you have any questions, comment on one of my blogposts; I'll be happy to answer them. Also, if you want to watch the speed-paintings of the pictures I included and more made with the Apple Pencil, check out my YouTube channel : https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCvSNAqg9OG_zrs7yODiNY-w
Now, I will admit that procreate is a very FOCUSED app, and so you may have to switch apps to add text, but that said, Savage Interactive is very present on Procreate's forums, where users can suggest features. So it won't be long before Procreate is perfected.
But if you feel chained to photoshop you still have some wonderful options. The app 'Astropad,' which mirrors your Mac's screen, is designed for artists from the ground up, and supports both the pressure and tilt sensitivity of the Apple Pencil.
At the moment I am working on making a webcomic exclusively on the iPad Pro with the Apple Pencil, which you can follow at: http://theipadartistsjourney.blogspot.com/
I am not planning on even using Astropad, since that requires an external computer. So if you are interested in this being your only computer, definitely check that out.
As for the actual experience of drawing with the Pencil, I think it is wonderful. Tilt makes shading such a natural experience, and the palm rejection is a blessing. My only complaint is that the Pencil does not have a strong enough magnet to stick to the iPad itself, but only to the extremely expensive Smart Cover. Surprisingly I haven't lost it yet, though.
If you have any questions, comment on one of my blogposts; I'll be happy to answer them. Also, if you want to watch the speed-paintings of the pictures I included and more made with the Apple Pencil, check out my YouTube channel : https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCvSNAqg9OG_zrs7yODiNY-w
My Best Buy number: 3499244665
My Best Buy number: 3499244665
I would recommend this to a friend!
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