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Wacom 2023

The latest from Wacom

No matter whether you’re new to digital art or a seasoned pro, we could all use a little creative inspiration. Let’s dive into the latest from the Wacom Blog and see what’s new in the world of digital art and design.

Ana Carolina on 3D sculpting, her creative journey, and her upcoming session at ZBrush Summit 2023

Ana Carolina on 3D sculpting, her creative journey, and her upcoming session at ZBrush Summit 2023

Wacom is proud to sponsor the ZBrush Summit 2023, coming up on September ...
The top five online learning resources for aspiring artists

The top five online learning resources for aspiring artists

It's crucial to learn from more experienced artists to sharpen your ...
Teaching, learning, and visual thinking with Bamboo Paper

Teaching, learning, and visual thinking with Bamboo Paper

Handwriting notes and sketching diagrams help us to understand and ...

 Wacom pen display & tablet promotions

Explore a variety of discounts and promotions for significant savings on new and refurbished Wacom products. Upgrade your creative toolkit with limited-time offers for artists, designers, and enthusiasts. Stay informed about the latest promotions on our website and through our newsletter, so you never miss a perfect deal.

Keep Making History

For nearly 40 years, you’ve relied on Wacom products to help bring your iconic and unforgettable creative expressions to life. We're committed to continued innovation and collaboration that will ensure that you have the tools, services and support to keep making history. Click below to learn more about our history, and to take advantage of all the activities and promotions we have planned for our birthday.

Wacom 40th Anniversary

Explore Wacom content

Professionals in nearly every creative field — comics, 3D art, design, illustration, editing photos or video, 2D animation, and much more – use Wacom. But beginners, hobbyists, and everyone getting into digital creation have found that Wacom is the perfect creative partner, too. Check out all of the great stuff our creators have made with Wacom, or get tips, tricks, or tutorials for your next creative project.

How to draw a cartoon panda on the new Wacom One 13

How to draw a cartoon panda on the new Wacom One 13

The new Wacom One 13 features multi-touch gesture controls. Artist Collin Chan decided to use it to create a quick tutorial around how artists can use ...
Fleeting Summer: an illustration process video with Taylor Yingshi

Fleeting Summer: an illustration process video with Taylor Yingshi

Taylor Yingshi, a talented illustrator and environmental designer for animation, shares her mesmerizing illustration process using her Wacom Intuos Pro ...
The complete guide to Adobe Photoshop brushes, Part 1: The toolbar

The complete guide to Adobe Photoshop brushes, Part 1: The toolbar

Want to master the use of Photoshop brushes? This is part 1 of a 4 part series that will give you a comprehensive understanding on using Photoshop brushes.
Nine great YouTube channels for aspiring anime artists

Nine great YouTube channels for aspiring anime artists

Are you an aspiring Anime artist? This post will walk through 9 great YouTube channels to help you jumpstart your artistic journey.
Etherington Bros’ Comics Crash Course #5: Concept art

Etherington Bros’ Comics Crash Course #5: Concept art

Want to learn to draw comics? The Etherington Bros have created hundreds of free tutorials and resources. Here's a preview -- how to tell a story through ...
How to solve drawing problems with digital painting

How to solve drawing problems with digital painting

Discover the process of transforming sketches into stunning digital paintings using Adobe Photoshop in this tutorial by Jon Neimeister.
So you want to be a concept artist? Advice from professionals on how to get started

So you want to be a concept artist? Advice from professionals on how to get started

One of the best creative careers out there in 2023 is that of a concept artist. We spoke with three professional concept artists about their careers and ...
Creativity Camp: Strengthening your photo observational skills with Bea Lubas

Creativity Camp: Strengthening your photo observational skills with Bea Lubas

We spoke with Beata Lubas in advance of her upcoming Creativity Camp webinar about her work, what aspiring photographers should know, and what to expect ...
How to magically change the focus of photos in Photoshop with Colin Smith

How to magically change the focus of photos in Photoshop with Colin Smith

In this tutorial Colin Smith, the creator of PhotoshopCAFE, shows you a powerful way to change the depth of field and blur the background of a photo in ...
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The power of digital ink

Humans have been using ink for thousands of years to express ourselves and preserve knowledge – from plant-based paintings on cave walls to writing and illustrating foundational cultural manuscripts. In the 20th and 21st centuries, digital ink has taken this uniquely human impulse to the next level, with Wacom at the forefront. Wacom created the electro-magnetic resonance (EMR) technology that powers our devices, and we’ve been perfecting it ever since. Today, creatives worldwide use Wacom technology to empower their work through the use of digital ink.

Wacom Intuos Pro

Wacom pen tablets

Wacom has a pen tablet for nearly every creative pursuit. One by Wacom is perfect for the beginner or student. Wacom Intuos bridges the gap between traditional and digital, empowering digital drawing, painting, and photo editing for creatives of all levels. And Wacom Intuos Pro is trusted by creative professionals who need the ultimate in precision, performance, and productivity. 

Wacom Cintiq Pro 16

Wacom pen displays

With a Wacom pen display, you use our pressure-sensitive pens directly on the screen for ultimate control and accuracy. Available in a range of display sizes and feature sets – from the 13” display of Wacom One, portable and perfect for beginners, to the Wacom Cintiq Pro in sizes from 16” to 27”, with best-in-class color representation, gesture controls, and ExpressKeys for workflow customization – there's a Wacom pen display to empower every creator’s wildest dreams.

My art SUCKED at 19. Now Marvel, MtG, Disney, Blizzard hire me.

I began my art journey when I was 19 years old. I wanted to go to art school in college, but the artwork in my portfolio got me rejected, so I had to learn on my own. Fast forward about 20 years and today I get hired by big studios like Wizards of the Coast, Disney, Marvel, and Blizzard. It’s even come to the point now where I’m turning jobs down.

Keep Making History

For nearly 40 years, you’ve relied on Wacom products to help bring your iconic and unforgettable creative expressions to life. We're committed to continued innovation and collaboration that will ensure that you have the tools, services and support to keep making history. Click below to learn more about our history, and to take advantage of all the activities and promotions we have planned for our birthday.

Wacom 40th Anniversary

Connect with Wacom on social

Takeover Alert!⁣
#ZBrushSummit 2023 starts this week and @WacomEdu has a treat for you 🍬⁣
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Join @gnomon_school social media manager Chris Hawley for an Instagram takeover at @WacomEdu On September 28th & 29th! Tune in as Chris highlights the annual ZBrush Sculpt Off, interviews Gnomon faculty, attends workshops featuring 3D industry leaders, and more!⁣
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#Wacom #WacomForEducation #Education #Gnomon #ZBrush #VFX #Animation @maxonzbrush⁣
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Otherworldly floral beauty by artist @ali.hassan.arafatt created as cover art for musical group @separat.a. 🌺🍃⁣
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The detailing on the hair and flora have left us in awe looking at this fantastical piece! 🖌️😍⁣
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#MadewithWacom #digitlart #art #illustration
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Creativity happens when less expected 💡
In @fragileart’s case, in math class 😅😂

Tell us, when did you discover that you wanted to become an artist?

#MadewithWacom #Wacomartists #WacomCintiq
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Why choosing when you can try it all 😉

With no need for batteries, use a pen that feels and looks just right in your hand.

Find the right pen option for you and see where it takes you! ✍️ Link in bio!

#WacomAdventureProgram #WacomOne #CreativeJourney
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osu! player and content creator KoiFishu shows you the new Wacom One M pen tablet in action! 💯⭕✍️⁣
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#gaming #osu #osugame #rhythmgame #wacom
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✨ This is your sign to get your first Wacom One and unlock all the possibilities ✨

Your journey begins here, see where it takes you! ✏️ Link in bio!

#WacomAdventureProgram #WacomOne #CreativeJourney
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Adorable Bocchi the Rock! #fanart by @tonicaballeroart that charmingly captures the fun nature of the Kessoku band members. 🎤🎸🥁⁣
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 ✨ Who's your favorite character?⁣
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#MadewithWacom #FanartFriday #BocchitheRock #anime #art #digitalart
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Artist @samrodriguezart uses beautiful colors, abstract ideas, all paired with his realistic portrait work to create dreamy works of art. 🎨🌹🔴⁣
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We would like to welcome Sam to the Wacom community as he recently made the switch to a Wacom Cintiq Pro! ✍️🥳🎉⁣
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#MadewithWacom #illustration #abstract #art #digitalart
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That feeling when you open a new and fresh Wacom One 🤩🤩🤩

Unbox yours and show us! Link in bio!

#WacomAdventureProgram #WacomOne #CreativeJourney
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Clean #WacomWorkspace of illustrator @laurasuarez. 🌱 The light wood accents, plants, and airy space would inspire anyone! 💡✍️⁣
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#Wacom #Cintiq #deskgoals #wfh #desksetup
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Wondering how to change your Wacom pen’s nib? Here’s a step-by-step tutorial 🖊️✨

PS: Stay curious, keep learning, and let’s see where your Wacom takes you! 👉🏻 Link in bio

#WacomAdventureProgram #WacomOne #CreativeJourney
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Here's a magical start to your Monday! 🪄🐉🦜⁣
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Concept artist @agustinvk.art shares his series of combining unlikely pairs of creatures to create fantastical beasts! ✨✍️ ⁣
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What animals or creatures would you pair together? 👀⁣
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#MadewithWacom #WacomCintiq #fantasy #art #digitalart #dragons
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