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The Wacom Community blog is a dynamic showcase of the artists, designers, editors, and creators who inspire us every day with their creativity — like Kirk Wallace aka Bone Haus, who created this illustration. Learn more about his process here.

It’s also your go-to source for tips and tricks from industry experts, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced professional. We hope it’ll provide the inspiration you need to take your creative journey to the next level.

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The latest content from Wacom

Whether you’re a newcomer to digital art or a seasoned expert, a touch of creative inspiration is always welcome. Let’s plunge into the freshest updates from the Wacom Blog and explore the latest trends in the realm of digital art and design.

What reviewers are saying about the new Wacom Movink

What reviewers are saying about the new Wacom Movink

In April 2024, Wacom announced its newest innovation in the creative ...
Explore Creativity Without Boundaries: Wacom Bridge Now Available for Public Beta with NICE DCV 

Explore Creativity Without Boundaries: Wacom Bridge Now Available for Public Beta with NICE DCV 

Wacom Bridge is a proprietary technology offering a like-local ...
Flex your creativity – Flex your Movink! Editing photos on the go with Amyboyy

Flex your creativity – Flex your Movink! Editing photos on the go with Amyboyy

Amy Asyraf, also known as AmyBoyy, is a photographer based in ...

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.

 All prices and promotions are valid in the US only. For information about promotions in LATAM or Canada, please visit your local store via the LATAM Store Finder or the Canadian eStore.

Wacom Movink pen display

Wacom’s lightest and thinnest pen display ever

Enjoy the freedom of working wherever you feel creatively inspired with Wacom Movink OLED pen display, our lightest and thinnest pen display yet. As thin as 4mm* and weighing just 420g, Wacom Movink pen display is 55% lighter than Wacom One 13 touch and 66% thinner. Connect it to your Mac or PC, and you’ll have all the processing power you need for your professional work.

*4mm is measured at the thinnest part.

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Follow Wacom on YouTube

Wacom’s YouTube channel is your home for all of Wacom’s video content – tutorials, interviews, process videos, new product releases, product guides, technical support, and more, including recordings of live webinars and events like our annual Connected Ink event.

Check out this enlightening interview with Nobu Ide, Wacom’s CEO, at the recent Dokomi 2024 event!

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.

What is the difference between game art and game design? With CG Spectrum

What is the difference between game art and game design? With CG Spectrum

The primary creative roles in game development are that of the artist and the designer. But what is the difference between game art and game design?
Drawing confidently: Why Sam Yang always draws with references

Drawing confidently: Why Sam Yang always draws with references

In this tutorial, Sam Yang discusses a sometimes controversial topic: using references. He takes some sketches he created without a reference and then ...
How to “magically” remove glare from glasses in Adobe Photoshop, with PiXimperfect

How to “magically” remove glare from glasses in Adobe Photoshop, with PiXimperfect

In this video, Unmesh Dinda of PiXimperfect shows you the best way to avoid and fix annoying eyeglass reflections in Adobe Photoshop.
Three ways to use your Wacom One pen tablet, with Joli Noelle David

Three ways to use your Wacom One pen tablet, with Joli Noelle David

Designer Joli Noelle David showcases three of the many different ways she uses her Wacom One pen tablet.
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 ...
Artist and animator Joshua Leonard on his career, why diversity matters, and advice for young artists

Artist and animator Joshua Leonard on his career, why diversity matters, and advice for young artists

We spoke to Joshua Leonard about his career: how he got his start, why prioritizing diversity is important, and advice for young artists pursuing creative ...
A brief look into the history of manga

A brief look into the history of manga

Manga and anime are popular worldwide, but originate in Japan, by some reports as far back as the 1100s. Here is a brief history of manga.
The complete guide to Adobe Photoshop brushes, Part 3: The brush settings panel

The complete guide to Adobe Photoshop brushes, Part 3: The brush settings panel

This article is Part Three of our four-part, complete guide to Adobe Photoshop’s brush engine, and focuses on the Brush Settings panel.
How to make digital paintings look traditional

How to make digital paintings look traditional

In this video, Court Jones from Proko shares seven practices and habits he uses to create digital paintings that emulate the look of an oil painting on canvas.
7 Things Holding back your art, with Sam Yang

7 Things Holding back your art, with Sam Yang

In this video, artist Sam Yang reflects on his artistic journey and helps viewers understand what may be holding them back from achieving their full ...
The osu! Stellar Series finals is coming up — who’s going to come out on top?

The osu! Stellar Series finals is coming up — who’s going to come out on top?

For years, Wacom pen tablets have been the preferred input method of choice for osu! players worldwide. So Wacom is proud to be a sponsor of the 2024 ...
Discover seamless post-processing: Wacom and Capture One’s dynamic collaboration

Discover seamless post-processing: Wacom and Capture One’s dynamic collaboration

We're thrilled to announce a new partnership with Capture One software, providing Wacom customers with added value in their purchase of Wacom professional ...
Wacom Cintiq Pro vs. Wacom Movink

HD vs 4K: The truth about screen resolution on drawing display tablets

There are many different drawing tablets and pen displays on the market these days, from many different brands. Each of them has different features, specifications, build quality, and price.

Something a lot of consumers are looking at is screen resolution. But what does screen resolution really mean? How important is it for artists? And why do different Wacom products have different resolution displays?

Movink with watercolor Rebelle

Wacom Bridge Now Available for Public Beta with NICE DCV 

Exciting news! Wacom Bridge is now available in public beta with NICE DCV. The public beta is available to current users of NICE DCV and Amazon AppStream 2.0.  

Wacom Bridge is a proprietary technology offering a like-local experience for creatives on remote systems. It ensures creators can work seamlessly from anywhere by allowing the use of local Wacom tablets as if they were directly connected to the host computer.

Exclusive Offer: Wacom Newsletter

Subscribe today and get 5% off displays or 10% off tablets.

Disclaimer: US Only. Not valid on Wacom Cintiq Pro 17, 22, or 27, stands for Cintiq Pro 17, 22, or 27, or Wacom One (2023) pen displays and tablets.

 

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 One tablet

Wacom drawing 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. The new Wacom One pen tablets are convenient and customizable. And Wacom Intuos Pro is trusted by creative professionals who need the ultimate in precision, performance, and productivity.

Wacom Cintiq Pro 17

Wacom drawing 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, gesture controls, and ExpressKeys for customization – there's a Wacom pen display to empower every creator’s wildest dreams.

Keep Making History

For 40 years you’ve relied on Wacom products to help bring your creative expressions to life, including our latest innovation, Wacom Movink. We're committed to continued innovation and collaboration that will ensure that you have the tools, services and support to keep making history. Click “learn more” to see where we’ve been – and where we’re going in the future.

Wacom Movink and Wacom's 40th anniversary logo

Connect with Wacom on social

Why to create in just one place when you can create anywhere? Follow the lead of the amazing illustrator @mr.donothing 

With Wacom Movink, the world becomes your studio✨

Link in bio to know more.

#WacomMovink #CreativesOnTheGo #CreativeProfessionals
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Digital art tips with @lplucas using @clipstudioofficial 🤘🏼🤘🏼
Pen pressure, stabilization, file sizes, installing drivers and more! 
What are some digital art tips you would share with a beginner? 
#madewithwacom #wacomtips #wacompen #digitalart #digitalartist #clipstudiopaint
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Rebelle 7.2 introduces a groundbreaking feature: the integration of Wacom’s innovative new digital rights management service, #WacomYuify​

As the digital art landscape evolves, protecting your creations is more essential than ever. With artists shifting from traditional canvases to digital platforms, safeguarding intellectual property is key. We’re excited to share that Rebelle is one of the first to integrate Yuify, enabling artists to claim ownership of their digital masterpieces with ease.​

Visit yuify.com and register for free!​

🚨 Also, check out Rebelle’s super sale running now! 🎉  @escapemotions 

#WacomYuify #Yuify #CreativeRights​
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That new tablet smell can awaken very strong feelings... and @bronksson knows it 🤭 ⁣
Head our the link in our bio or our stories to watch his full review #WacomMovink review!⁣
#wacommovink #animation #anime #bronksson #artist
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✨ Protecting your creative work shouldn’t be complicated. With Wacom Yuify, artists can easily manage licenses and safeguard their art, no matter where they are in their journey.

It’s all about keeping control over your creativity while making sure your rights are protected.

👉🏻Visit Yuify.com for more info.

#WacomYuify #Yuify #CreativeRights
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Creative Challenge: Fall Edition 🍁

Ready to take on an art challenge with Magma? Two illustration students stepped up to the task, and now it’s your turn!

Gather your creative crew, jump into @magma_com , and let the showdown begin. Tag us in your results to show the world who’s got the skills.

#WacomOne #ArtBattle #WacomAdventureProgram
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How to get the most out of Affinity Designer software with your Wacom tablet, with Vivienne Le @studio_viv ✌️⁣
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Head to our YouTube channel to see the Vivienne's tips for making the most out of Affinity Designer, an amazing program that allows you to switch between vector elements and raster art on the same document.⁣
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@affinitybyserif #design #wacom #affinitydesigner #madeinaffinity ⁣
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Time to sketch with @kelogsloops 🤩
Nice to see Hieu give the #wacommovink a try. And did you see they're pairing up with Digital Mitsubishi Pencil? 🤯
#creativesonthego #creativeprocess #movink #creativeprofessional
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Protect your art with Wacom Yuify! ✨

Embed an invisible micromark into your digital artwork before sharing, ensuring your authorship is secure. Whether you're an artist, designer, or creative enthusiast, Yuify gives you peace of mind to safeguard your creations while ensuring your authorship is always with you. ✍🏻

Ready to protect your art? Register for free at yuify.com and secure your creative rights!

#WacomYuify #CreativeRights #protectyourart
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Crafted with precision, Wacom Movink merges sleek design with robust materials, making it an ideal companion for your creative endeavors!

With the strength of Corning Gorilla Glass and Magnesium alloy, Wacom Movink withstands the rigors of daily use, offering peace of mind as you bring your ideas to life. 💪💡Whether you’re working on-the-go or in the comfort of your studio, rest assured that your Movink 13 is built to last. 🛡️💻

Link in bio for more info.

#WacomMovink #CreativeProfessionals #CreativesOnTheGo
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Tips to stay organized by @lplucas 🥸⁣
#WacomTips #WacomPen #WacomWorkspace #WacomOne #arthacks #artistsoninstagram
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