PENUP

Discover digital art with a creative social sketchbook

PENUP is a vibrant blend of drawing studio, coloring book, and social network designed around pen-drawn art. Rather than overwhelming you with complex tools, it focuses on making illustration approachable, playful, and community-driven.

The core drawing experience is clean and intuitive. You get a solid set of brushes, colors, and layers that are ideal for sketching, doodling, or practicing fundamentals, especially if you use a stylus. It’s not trying to replace professional design suites, but it’s more than capable for everyday art, fan art, and learning to draw.

Where PENUP really stands out is in its learning and practice tools. Live Drawing offers step‑by‑step follow‑along videos that guide you stroke by stroke, while Photo Drawing lets you trace or reference photos with a translucent overlay. These modes are excellent for beginners who feel intimidated by a blank canvas, as well as for intermediate artists wanting to refine proportion and line control.

The built‑in community is another major highlight. You can browse Trending Works, like and comment on other users’ creations, join themed challenges, and share your own drawings. The atmosphere leans friendly and encouraging, making it a great place to stay motivated and pick up new ideas.

On the downside, advanced artists may find the brush engine and customization options somewhat limited compared to heavy-duty art tools. Large, highly detailed canvases are not PENUP’s main focus, and the app is clearly tuned more for casual and social creativity than for professional production.

Optional permissions for storage and notifications are straightforward and only kick in when you want to upload, download, or stay updated on community activity.

Overall, PENUP is a delightful choice if you want a relaxed, social way to draw more, learn faster, and keep your creativity flowing every day.