Mastering Paper by FiftyThree
Collection of tutorials written by an avid iPad illustrator to help you master Paper by FiftyThree.
Featured Tutorials
Paper by FiftyThree Quick Tip: Switching Tools
Switching tools in Paper by FiftyThree may seem obvious to you pros out there, but you'd be surprised how often I'm asked how to do it. Here's the answer.
New Paper by FiftyThree 3.0 Features I Can’t Live Without
Paper by FiftyThree comes to the iPhone with productivity boosting features like photo import, text notes, grid view, rotate, and more.
Faux Layer Technique
Discover the faux layer technique and how it can aid in sketching and tracing with Paper by FiftyThree.
Picking and Sharing Colors
A color picker has finally been added to Paper! Learn what the new tool does and how to use it.
Pencil by FiftyThree is Still the Best Stylus for Paper
Impressions of FiftyThree's Pencil stylus from the perspective of an avid Paper creator.
Mastering Mix by FiftyThree
Download templates for Paper by FiftyThree and discover how to use Mix to Learn, Sketch, Play, Write, Design, and Think.
Erasing and How to Undo
Learn how to use Paper by FiftyThree's eraser tool to correct and cover-up mistakes.
Paper 2.0.0 Bugs and Other Strange Behaviors
Documented bugs and other strange behaviors found in Paper by FiftyThree version 2.0.0 when using Pencil.
Watercolor Brush Improvements
Discover the secrets of Paper by FifyThree's newly updated watercolor brush in this short tutorial and video.
Paper Creators, Join Me in the Mix
Mix by FiftyThree makes finding, sharing, and learning from inspiring Paper creators easy and fun.
The Grid Method
How to use the Grid Method with Paper by FiftyThree to create accurate line drawings and improve your work.
How to Use Zoom While Painting
Learn how to reposition Paper by FiftyThree's zoom loupe mid-stroke to help add detail to your drawings.
Back to the Basics
A refresher tutorial on Paper by FiftyThree drawing and painting techniques along with a few color theory principles for good measure.
Contour Line Drawing
How to use blind contour line drawing and the iPad app Paper by FiftyThree to improve hand eye coordination and observation skills.
Pogo Connect Stylus Sensitivity Fix
How to adjust the pressure sensitivity of a Pogo Connect's tip with firmware v1.1.0.
Drawing Textures
Techniques for drawing bricks, wood, and rock textures using the iPad app Paper by FiftyThree.
First Look at Blending with Pencil by FiftyThree
FiftyThree's Pencil stylus and new Blend feature is full of promise. Here’s a taste of what is possible using them.
Printing a Moleskine Book
Impressions of a handmade Moleskine book printed with the iPad app Paper by FiftyThree.
Drawing Water and Waves
Methods for drawing water and waves using the iPad app Paper by FiftyThree.
Drawing Skies and Clouds
Techniques for drawing blue skies, clouds, and pretty sunsets using the iPad app Paper by FiftyThree.
Drawing Trees and Grass
Techniques to draw trees, green grass, bushes, and other foliage using the iPad app Paper by FiftyThree.
Introduction and Tool Guide
An introduction to Paper's tools and how to exploit them for drawing realistically.
Pogo Connect Stylus Makes Paper by FiftyThree Better
An iPad stylus that brings enhanced functionality to devices and apps that support its SDK.
Drawing Faces without Faces
Short on time? Here's the quick and fun way I draw portraits using Paper by FiftyThree.
How to Draw Realistic Hair
I'm often asked what my Paper techniques for drawing hair is. Learn what they are in this short tutorial.
Short Guide to Drawing
My simple Paper by FiftyThree techniques for drawing faceless portraits and landscapes on an iPad.