Start Planning for Christmas Early: Shop Early for the Digital Artist in Your Life
As the holidays approach, it’s never too early to begin thinking about Christmas gift ideas. If you have an artist in the family, you’ll be happy to know new technological tools encourage the love of art. One such digital art gadget is the drawing tablet. With a multitude of choices in drawing tablets, your loved one is sure to have many opportunities to explore their artistic side.What is the best drawing tablet to get? Let’s delve into this topic further for answers.”
What is a drawing tablet?
Maybe you’re not familiar with a drawing tablet, also known as a graphics tablet. This unique tablet comes equipped with a stylus pen that allows users to design their own digital creations. Users simply draw onto the screen with the stylus for realistic-looking sketches. These pieces of artwork are then stored in the computer as files. They can be linked with text or serve as a stand-alone piece.
How does it work?
Some drawing tablets connect to a computer via a USB. The user draws on the tablet but the image is reflected on the computer screen. Touchscreen tablets work differently in that you draw directly on the surface of the screen; it doesn’t connect to a computer screen to view. A palette is also available allowing the artist to add depth and color to the picture. Users can change the stylus’ thickness or width by applying more or less pressure. The more pressure they apply, the darker the line and the less pressure applied, the lighter the line becomes. This enhances textural lines.
Who would want a drawing tablet?
From the budding artist to the educator, a drawing tablet has a whole host of uses for many people. Some people may discover that a drawing tablet is an outlet for their creative energy, while others go into it to earn some cash. They discover they can create digital art to sell. Marketers and educators may use drawing tablets to enhance their presentations while students find it helps them with academic projects. The fact is just about anyone would enjoy having a drawing tablet.
Which drawing tablet is the best?
Many factors go into determining which drawing tablet is best for your loved one. You need to consider the following:
- For what purpose will it be used?
- Will connecting to the computer work better or writing directly on the tablet be best?
- Do I want a stylus that is rechargeable or doesn’t take batteries at all?
- What is my budget for this item?
- How big of a screen do I want?
Answering these questions will help narrow down the type of drawing tablet that will be best for you. Some of the top-rated brands include:
- Wacom
- Apple iPad Pro
- Huion
- Microsoft
- Samsung Galaxy
- Lenovo
Finding the perfect gift for that special someone should be a breeze this year. Surprise your loved one with a new digital drawing tablet and encourage the artist within.
