Some quotes from users of ArtRage 5, a digital art program for both Windows and Mac OSX. Interested in our other editions? Check out the links at the end!
‘Easy to use but capable of producing stunning results, ArtRage 5 is a must-have digital art package at a bargain price.’
‘Painting app upgrade fueled by an enhanced blend of interface, brushes, and artistic tools.’
ArtRage 5 is straightforward to use from the outset, with a gentle learning curve. It helps you to produce fantastic, realistic-looking results, gives you a lot of customisation if you need it, and is a bargain buy to boot.”
ImagineFX, issue 147
“ArtRage remains the leading traditional art painting program.”
ImagineFX, issue 148
“A great strength of Artrage is the simulation of three dimensional depth. This is particularly striking in the way its oil painting works, which is an absolute delight […] You can start simply with the tools you see the first time you open up the program, but then you can get into as much depth as you like tweaking and customizing your tools as you go along.”
“ArtRage 5 is a great little program where you forget you’re in an app and just enjoy painting/drawing. It’s a great (and more affordable) alternative to the natural media look of Corel Painter without Corel’s cumbersome, over-complicated layout. Artrage 5 got one step closer to the control of Photoshop as tool for illustrators.”
“… to be able to offer such a refined and feature rich package as this at the price they do is nothing less than exceptional. If you want a rock solid digital painting program that feels like you are painting with the real thing and you want all that at a bargain price, then look no further than ArtRage 5.”
“ArtRage Lite is a competent and polished application if you’re just getting started with digital painting. You’re free from confusing toolboxes and endless docks in ArtRage Lite and the learning curve is pretty easy to get over, particularly if you’re already accustomed to using a digitiser pen or already have a traditional media background.”
” Even though this is a “lite” product, I found it had the power to stand on its own without making a software upgrade feel necessary for everyday art creation.”
Check out some previous reviews for ArtRage 4 – Windows and MacOS edition:
‘Beginner and advanced artists will appreciate the straightforward user interface and the unobtrusive tool and color palettes.’
‘If you’re the creative type and like to draw using the computer, ArtRage 4 is an exceptional tool. The level of control you find is unmatched by many other programs and is easy to implement.’
‘ArtRage presents an impressive range of practical tools, functions, and options that make for a rich, hassle-free creative environment.’
‘Don’t think for a moment, though, that its relatively low price tag or its simple interface make it a candidate for only the amateur artist – this application has plenty of tricks up its sleeve for the more advanced as well.’
‘ArtRage gives the user, whether a budding amateur or more seasoned artist, a workable environment in which to develop their creativity…’
‘ArtRage [is] a useful, professional level tool that’s made for beginners and pros (what’s the difference between oil paints and brushes for neophytes vs. the experienced painter?).’
‘If you are an artist, or interested in the arts, ArtRage 4 is a program designed for you.’
‘Overall, It’s an impressive app for business travelers who are either looking for an innovative way to conduct business presentations or to others who simply want to get their creative juices flowing.’
‘Easy to recommend ArtRage, the latest improvements make it more flexible and powerful.’
‘An entertaining app for anyone with a hankering for natural media but not the mess it leaves behind.’
‘ArtRage is designed for artists and non-artists who like to draw and paint. If you are skilled in a particular discipline, you will find that ArtRage is easy and fun right from the outset. If you consider yourself a doodler, this app just might improve your drawing abilities and you’ll find yourself having hours of fun.’
‘It’s quite impressive that such a powerful tool runs so well and on that aspect alone it can be recommended for more modest artists that want to try something new, without having to sacrifice performance for it. ’
‘Coming in at under $50, this painting package is very reasonably priced and has an easy to use interface that isn’t nearly as intimidating as a lot of drawing programs have a reputation for.’
‘ArtRage is without a shadow of a doubt the best sketching app on Android and iOS and everyone, from the professional doodler to the graphic designer will find that this app suits their designing needs. ’
On the individual mobile app stores for iOS, Windows and Android: iTunes, Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Apps, and the Windows App Store
If you have concerns about any points raised in external reviews, we will be very happy to answer questions via [email protected]. We aren’t always able to answer reviews (e.g. on iTunes), or have character limits on sites such as the Play Store, but we can usually solve most of the problems mentioned!
At Ambient Design, we take supporting our users seriously and try and answer questions on our forums, social media, and through our support form as quickly and helpfully as possible.
Take a look at a gallery of interface and feature screenshots, along with samples of work produced by users of ArtRage.
About Us
Digital Art Software
Ambient Design is a New Zealand based software development company specializing in creative tools for artists.
Our work across desktop and mobile platforms focuses on creating natural tools with intuitive interfaces. These let artists from both traditional and digital backgrounds paint without having to learn digital tricks to get realistic results.
