Sketches: Draw & Trace

Turn your ideas into artwork with easy tracing, customizable grids, simple drawing tools, and flexible exports—all in a clean, distraction-free workspace.

Sketches — Draw & Trace Turn inspiration into your own artwork. Sketches is a simple, focused drawing and tracing app designed to help you turn reference images into sketches and finished artwork. Import an image, trace over it, add your own drawings, use a customizable grid for precision, and export your creation when you're done. DRAW A clean, distraction-free canvas for sketching and drawing. Use your Apple Pencil or your finger to bring your ideas to life. TRACE Import a reference image and use it as a guide while you draw. Adjust your image and control its visibility as you work. USE A GRID Add a customizable grid to help with proportions and placement. Choose your grid color and line width to fit your workflow. MAKE IT YOURS Combine your reference image, tracing, and original drawing into a finished piece. Keep your workspace simple and focused on the artwork. EXPORT When you're finished, export your artwork with control over what you include, including your drawing, reference image, and grid. Sketches keeps drawing simple so you can focus on creating.