Paint From Photos

Painting from a reference image? Need a little help?

This is a very simple tool to help with painting from a reference photo or picture.

1. Upload your reference.

   Upload an image to serve as a reference for your painting: for example, a photo.

2. Extract sample colors.

   Automatically extract most used colors on the reference picture.

   Click on the image to get a color sample in the clicked place.

   Mix your paints to match the samples. Compare the color on the palette or the brush with the color sample to get a correct color.

3. Add a grid.

   Did you know Leonardo da Vinci and Vincent van Gogh used a grid?

   This small tool helps with correctly placing figures and shapes.

4. Adjust a frame, if necessary.

   Not going to paint the whole picture? Wondering if another crop could work better? The photo proportions don't match the canvas size? Set the canvas size and resize and move the frame around.

How it works

1. Upload reference image

Upload your own photo or any other image to paint from.

2. Extract sample colors

Extract colors, apply a grid, and reframe the image for better composition.

3. Paint!

Open the reference image full screen or print it, place it next to your easel, and start painting!