Transition from Paper To Digital Tablets?

[OhioTom76]

I grew up drawing my whole life, and went to college for art as well in the 90's - working primarily in traditional media up until my last year or two in college, when I started working more in Photoshop and Illustrator before graduating.

It's been quite a while since I've drawn anything, or picked up some newsprint and charcoal and started working on any type of traditional artwork. But I've been getting an itch to possibly invest in one of those Wacom digital tablet/screens - or any other good brand. I'm talking about the ones that are like a large tablet, where you are actually drawing on the screen itself, not a separate flat surface.

But I'm wondering if I will still enjoy it as much as I did when working with charcoal and newsprint. I know how to recreate those effects in Photoshop, but you can't "draw" with a plain old mouse.

Do any of you have these? And if so, what are your thoughts on drawing on glass screens vs. standard paper?

 

[Urvashi]

Transitioning from paper to digital tablets can be smooth with a few key steps. Start by choosing a tablet with a stylus, like an iPad or a Wacom tablet, to mimic the feel of writing on paper. Begin by transferring notes or sketches to digital formats, using apps like Notability or GoodNotes. Over time, you’ll get comfortable with features like digital annotation, organizing files, and syncing across devices, making the transition more efficient.

 

[Lolita]

The transition from paper to digital tablets has revolutionized how we read, write, and work. Tablets offer convenience, easy storage, access to thousands of books, cloud syncing, and note-taking with a stylus. For students, artists, and professionals, they combine multiple tools into one sleek device. However, many still miss the tactile feel of paper, the lack of screen fatigue, and the simplicity of analog methods.