Only the Pro models work with the excellent Apple Pencil stylus ( $90 on Amazon). But for best results, invest in the new 12.9-inch iPad Pro (starting at $749). You can draw on Apple’s standard iPad or iPad mini with your fingers or a third-party stylus like the Logitech Crayon ( $70 on Amazon). They’re excellent choices for artists, especially with so many creative iOS and iPadOS apps around.
There’s plenty of drawing hardware out there, so we’ll highlight just a few of your options here. But if you want to get serious about your digital art, consider investing in a tablet and a stylus, which will provide greater control and detail.
The hardware you need to make digital artĪnyone can make digital illustrations with just a smartphone and their fingers, or a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
