Based on my personal experience, I started with a graphic tablet with a screen, which allowed me to immediately enjoy a good level of comfort and see my lines clearly. I chose a less well-known brand, Gaomon, which was decent and cost around âŹ300. It was pretty good for starting out, even though it had a few technical drawbacks.
But I quickly started having wrist problems, probably due to the angle. It became a chore to draw on it đ
Then I switched to an iPad Pro, which is quite large and expensive, but I donât regret it! The portability and ease of transport are great, and the stylus glides smoothly. And since then, I havenât had any problems drawing!
It was a huge investment, but it was worth it for me, and I donât think Iâll go back to using a graphic tablet.
Thank you for your feedback!
Regarding the tilt, thatâs why I recommend using an arm for tablets with screens, which allows you to easily position them at the correct distance, orientation, and tilt. Personally, I canât imagine using my Cintiq without one (itâs a 27-inch model, so itâs the size of a small TV and weighs almost 10 kg...).
I must admit that I havenât spent much time trying the iPad and Procreate. But it is indeed the benchmark, and for good reason. The ease of use is difficult to quantify technically, but it is often the most important factor.
I have the opportunity to upgrade my computer monitor, and I would like to get your opinion on this model:
https://www.amazon.fr/BenQ-PD2700Q-Pouces-REC-709-Technologie/dp/B01K2210GS
Is it suitable for starting with digital painting? I would like to clarify that I am a beginner in this field, and it will be used primarily for learning, but I would eventually like to become a professional.
Do you have any other recommendations?
I keep hearing about 4K resolution, but that quickly increases the price.
Itâs an IPS panel (which prioritizes color quality over the number of frames per second, making it advantageous for image editing), and in my experience, BenQ is a good brand.
In fact, you can even find good models for half the price (but probably not in 1440p and 27 inches).
Ultimately, itâs up to you to decide if you want to invest that much in your monitor, but it should definitely give you good colors and a more than comfortable workspace.
Thank you very much for all these details, which are very helpful in guiding our choices. Iâve been using Wacom forever, and I also have a Huion, which is very good, and the Iskn Repaper, which is amazing.
Since I do a lot of traditional drawing, Iâd like to have a tablet with a screen so I can recapture the pleasure of the drawing motion. I tried it on the Surface Pro, but I find that itâs too slippery! Is there a tablet where the feel of the stylus on the screen is closer to that of traditional drawing? Or is there something I can put on it to make the stylus glide less?
Thanks again, and I look forward to discovering the other courses! ;-)
Hi! To my knowledge, no tablet compatible with traditional drawing software offers a screen with a âpaper-likeâ surface. Ladoris mentioned the âremarkableâ brand tablets on the blog, but they are expensive and not aimed at artists, but rather at note-taking, brainstorming, etc.
Currently, I would say that the issue of the screenâs slippery surface is an inconvenience to be overcome. Beyond the difficulty of creating a rough surface that is also transparent enough for a screen, also keep in mind that a smooth surface means less friction, which in turn means less wear on the stylus tip and the screen itself. It is possible that this will change in the coming years.
Thank you very much, itâs much clearer now :-) thanks to your lessons, Iâm starting to get used to it. Iâll stick with the Huion for now, which is a bit more ârough,â and wait for technological advancements ;-)
In this chapter, you discuss technical specifications but without providing any reference figures or minimum requirements for RAM or processor capacity.
Would it be possible for you to provide some figures to help us make the best choice?
Hello,
Itâs a bit difficult to give precise figures, as software and hardware evolve over time.
However, I can give you some information about Photoshop in 2021: it requires a lot of RAM, and currently recommends a minimum of 8GB of RAM, with 16GB being preferable. And even then, when I work with large documents, I would love to have 32GB!
In terms of processor, 2GHz 64-bit.
Not much is required in terms of graphics card: 2GB of VRAM and DX12 support.
However, these requirements depend on the software you use: most are significantly lighter than Photoshop (except perhaps Corel Painter, as it manages a lot of simulations to recreate the effects of organic painting); but I suggest you check the system requirements page on the website of the software of your choice.
En revanche, je peux te donner des infos concernant photoshop en 2021: il est gourmand en RAM, et recommande Ă l'heure actuelle un minimum de 8GB de RAM, et en recommande 16. Et encore, lorsque je travaille avec de gros documents, j'aimerais bien en avoir 32!
Niveau processeur, 2Ghz 64bits.
Pas vraiment de besoins niveau carte graphique: 2GB de Vram et support DX12.
So, I'm really into digital painting, and I've decided to upgrade my graphics tablet. My old one was an XP-PEN, which I think is a bit outdated. I don't have the exact model number anymore... The screen is about 22 cm by 13.5 cm (I measured it with a ruler, so it's not very precise). Anyway, I'd like to invest in a new tablet, and I'm tempted by the larger models, but I'm a bit hesitant because I'm afraid it might be too big... that I'm not skilled enough to make the most of that kind of equipment. I'm turning 30 soon, and my family wants to get me a nice gift, so is this a good idea for someone who draws moderately well but is passionate about it? Are the two monitors recommended in addition to the tablet? Because if I get a large tablet, I think it will take up a lot of space... are the two monitors essential?
Thank you for reading, and I hope to get some answers soon!
bon voila je suis à fond dans le digital painting et donc j'ai décidé de changer de tablette graphique. mon ancienne etait une XP-PEN un peu dépassée je trouve. je nai plus les references... l'ecran est de 22 cm sur13.5 cm environ (j'ai mesuré a la regle donc pas tres precis). alors voila j'ai envie d'investir et je craque pour les big big tablettes mais ca me fait peur car j'ai peur que ce soit trop grand... que je dessine pas assez bien pour ce genre de matos. en fait je vais avoir 30 piges bientôt et donc ma famille veut m'offrir un beau cadeau et donc est-ce une bonne idée pour quelqun qui dessine moyennement mais passionné ? est ce que les 2 écrans conseillés en plus de la tablette ? Car si je prends une grande tablette il faut de la place je pense... est ce que les 2 ecrans c primordial ?
je vous remercie de votre lecture, en esperant avoir des réponses bientôt !!
Hi! The second screen isn't really necessary; I mainly use it to display references or to navigate through my files, but it's essentially to save time in a professional setting. If you want to treat yourself in a semi-professional setting, you can get a 22-24 inch tablet (between 40 and 50 cm wide) without having to deal with a second screen. Even though these types of tablets are a good compromise between what you already have and the larger tablet models with screens (the 27 and 32 inch ones), I would still recommend getting an arm so you can move, rotate, and tilt your tablet as you see fit.
The question of your drawing skill level isn't really relevant in my opinion; it's more about your resources, the time you spend on it, and the comfort it provides. If you already find it pleasant to work on a tablet with a screen, switching to a larger model to increase your comfort for drawing makes perfect sense!
Salut! le 2e écran n'est pas nécéssaire, moi je m'en sers surtout pour afficher des références, ou pour naviguer dans mes fichiers- mais c'est essentiellement pour gagner du temps dans un contexte professionel. si tu veux te faire plaisir dans un contexte semi pro, tu peux prendre une tablette de 22-24 pouces (entre 40 et 50 cm de large) sans t'encombrer d'un second écran. Même si ces types de tablettes sont un bon compromis entre ce que tu as déjà et les plus grands modèles de tablette avec écran (les 27 et 32 pouces) je recommanda tout de même de prendre un bras pour pouvoir déplacer, pivoter et incliner ta tablette à ta convenance.
La question de ton niveau de dessin n'est pas vraiment pertinent à mon sens, c'est surtout une question de tes moyens, du temps que tu y passes et du confort que celà t'apporte. si tu trouves déjà agréable de travailler sur tablette avec écran, passer à un modèle plus grand pour augmenter ton confort pour dessiner est tout à fait logique!
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Based on my personal experience, I started with a graphic tablet with a screen, which allowed me to immediately enjoy a good level of comfort and see my lines clearly. I chose a less well-known brand, Gaomon, which was decent and cost around âŹ300. It was pretty good for starting out, even though it had a few technical drawbacks.
But I quickly started having wrist problems, probably due to the angle. It became a chore to draw on it đ
Then I switched to an iPad Pro, which is quite large and expensive, but I donât regret it! The portability and ease of transport are great, and the stylus glides smoothly. And since then, I havenât had any problems drawing!
It was a huge investment, but it was worth it for me, and I donât think Iâll go back to using a graphic tablet.
I hope my opinion is helpful to you đ
Par rapport Ă mon expĂ©rience personnelle, jâai dĂ©butĂ© sur une tablette graphique avec Ă©cran, pour dĂ©buter directement avec un bon confort, et voir mon trait. Jâai pris une marque peu connue ; Gaomon, pas mal et aux alentours de 300âŹ. Pas mal pour dĂ©buter mĂȘme si elle avait quelques inconvĂ©nients techniques...
Mais jâai rapidement eu des soucis de poignet, sĂ»rement dĂ» Ă lâinclinaison. Câest devenu une corvĂ©e de dessiner dessus đ
Puis je suis passée sur IPad Pro, un gros morceau, et trÚs cher, mais je ne regrette pas ! Le cÎté portable, facilement transportable, la glisse du stylet est excellente. Et depuis je ne souffre plus de dessiner!
Un Ă©norme investissement, mais qui a valu le coup pour moi, et je ne pense pas Ă repasser sur tablette graphique.
JâespĂšre que mon avis vous sera utile đ
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Regarding the tilt, thatâs why I recommend using an arm for tablets with screens, which allows you to easily position them at the correct distance, orientation, and tilt. Personally, I canât imagine using my Cintiq without one (itâs a 27-inch model, so itâs the size of a small TV and weighs almost 10 kg...).
I must admit that I havenât spent much time trying the iPad and Procreate. But it is indeed the benchmark, and for good reason. The ease of use is difficult to quantify technically, but it is often the most important factor.
concernant l'inclinaison, c'est pour ça que je recommande d'utiliser un bras pour les tablettes avec écran, ce qui permet de facilement les placer à la bonne distance, orientation et inclinaison. personnellement, je ne me vois pas utiliser ma cintiq sans ça (c'est une 27 pouces, elle fait donc la taille d'une petite télé et elle pÚse prÚs de 10kg ...)
Je dois avouer ne pas avoir longuement essayé l'Ipad et procreate. mais c'est effectivement la référence pour une bonne raison. Le confort d'utilisation est difficile à quantifier techniquement mais c'est bien souvent le facteur le plus important.
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I have the opportunity to upgrade my computer monitor, and I would like to get your opinion on this model:
https://www.amazon.fr/BenQ-PD2700Q-Pouces-REC-709-Technologie/dp/B01K2210GS
Is it suitable for starting with digital painting? I would like to clarify that I am a beginner in this field, and it will be used primarily for learning, but I would eventually like to become a professional.
Do you have any other recommendations?
I keep hearing about 4K resolution, but that quickly increases the price.
Thank you in advance for your help.
J'ai l'opportunité de changer d'écran d'ordinateur et j'aurai voulu avoir votre avis sur ce modÚle :
https://www.amazon.fr/BenQ-PD2700Q-Pouces-REC-709-Technologie/dp/B01K2210GS
Est-ce suffisant pour commencer dans le digital painting ?
Je précise que je suis débutante dans le domaine et que cela sera pour de l'apprentissage dans un premier temps mais j'aimerai devenir professionnel plus tard.
Auriez-vous d'autres références à me conseiller ?
Autour de moi on me parle beaucoup de 4k pour la résolution mais cela augmente vite le prix.
Merci par avance pour votre aide.
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In fact, you can even find good models for half the price (but probably not in 1440p and 27 inches).
Ultimately, itâs up to you to decide if you want to invest that much in your monitor, but it should definitely give you good colors and a more than comfortable workspace.
En fait, tu pourras mĂȘme trouver de bon modĂšle pour la moitiĂ© du prix (mais probablement pas en 1440p et en 27 pouces).
En fin de compte c'est à toi de voir si tu veux investir autant dans ton écran, mais ça devrait effectivement te donner de bonnes couleurs et un espace de travail plus que confortable.
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Also, thank you for your feedback, it will help me finalize my decision. đ
Merci aussi pour ton retour cela va m'aider Ă finaliser mon choix.đ
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Thank you very much for all these details, which are very helpful in guiding our choices. Iâve been using Wacom forever, and I also have a Huion, which is very good, and the Iskn Repaper, which is amazing.
Since I do a lot of traditional drawing, Iâd like to have a tablet with a screen so I can recapture the pleasure of the drawing motion. I tried it on the Surface Pro, but I find that itâs too slippery! Is there a tablet where the feel of the stylus on the screen is closer to that of traditional drawing? Or is there something I can put on it to make the stylus glide less?
Thanks again, and I look forward to discovering the other courses! ;-)
iZa
Merci beaucoup pour tous ces détails qui permettent d'orienter nos choix. J'utilise Wacom depuis toujours et j'ai aussi une Huion qui est trÚs bien, et la Iskn Repaper qui est étonnante.
Comme je dessine beaucoup en traditionnel, j'aimerais avoir une tablette avec écran pour retrouver le plaisir du geste. J'ai essayé sur la Surface Pro mais je trouve que ça glisse trop ! Existe-t-il une tablette dont la sensation du stylet sur l'écran soit plus proche de celle du dessin tradi ? Ou quelque chose à mettre dessus pour que le stylet glisse moins ?
Merci encore et j'ai hùte de découvrir les autres cours ;-)
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Currently, I would say that the issue of the screenâs slippery surface is an inconvenience to be overcome. Beyond the difficulty of creating a rough surface that is also transparent enough for a screen, also keep in mind that a smooth surface means less friction, which in turn means less wear on the stylus tip and the screen itself. It is possible that this will change in the coming years.
A l'heure actuelle, je dirais que la question de la surface glissante de l'Ă©cran est un dĂ©sagrĂ©ment Ă surmonter. Au delĂ de la difficultĂ© Ă crĂ©er une surface rugueuse mais assez transparente pour un Ă©cran, garde aussi en tĂȘte que une surface lisse veut dire moins de friction, autrement dit moins d'usure de la pointe de stylet de l'Ă©cran lui mĂȘme. Il est possible que ça change dans les annĂ©es qui viennent.
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In this chapter, you discuss technical specifications but without providing any reference figures or minimum requirements for RAM or processor capacity.
Would it be possible for you to provide some figures to help us make the best choice?
Thank you for your assistance.
Dans ce chapitre vous parlez de spécifications techniques mais sans donner de chiffres de référence/besoins minimums ni pour la RAM, ni de capacité de processeur.
Serait il possible de nous donner quelques chiffres afin de nous aider Ă choisir au mieux s'il vous plait ?
Merci de votre aide
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Itâs a bit difficult to give precise figures, as software and hardware evolve over time.
However, I can give you some information about Photoshop in 2021: it requires a lot of RAM, and currently recommends a minimum of 8GB of RAM, with 16GB being preferable. And even then, when I work with large documents, I would love to have 32GB!
In terms of processor, 2GHz 64-bit.
Not much is required in terms of graphics card: 2GB of VRAM and DX12 support.
However, these requirements depend on the software you use: most are significantly lighter than Photoshop (except perhaps Corel Painter, as it manages a lot of simulations to recreate the effects of organic painting); but I suggest you check the system requirements page on the website of the software of your choice.
C'est un peu difficile de donner des chiffres précis, car les logiciels et le materiel évoluent avec le temps.
En revanche, je peux te donner des infos concernant photoshop en 2021: il est gourmand en RAM, et recommande Ă l'heure actuelle un minimum de 8GB de RAM, et en recommande 16. Et encore, lorsque je travaille avec de gros documents, j'aimerais bien en avoir 32!
Niveau processeur, 2Ghz 64bits.
Pas vraiment de besoins niveau carte graphique: 2GB de Vram et support DX12.
En revanche ces choses dĂ©pendent des logiciels que tu utilises: la plupart sont significativement plus lĂ©gers que photoshop (sauf peut ĂȘtre Corel painter car il gĂšre pas mal de simulation pour recrĂ©er les effets de peinture organique);, mais je t'invites Ă regarder la page de recommandations systĂšmes sur le site web du logiciel de ton choix.
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Hello hello!
So, I'm really into digital painting, and I've decided to upgrade my graphics tablet. My old one was an XP-PEN, which I think is a bit outdated. I don't have the exact model number anymore... The screen is about 22 cm by 13.5 cm (I measured it with a ruler, so it's not very precise). Anyway, I'd like to invest in a new tablet, and I'm tempted by the larger models, but I'm a bit hesitant because I'm afraid it might be too big... that I'm not skilled enough to make the most of that kind of equipment. I'm turning 30 soon, and my family wants to get me a nice gift, so is this a good idea for someone who draws moderately well but is passionate about it? Are the two monitors recommended in addition to the tablet? Because if I get a large tablet, I think it will take up a lot of space... are the two monitors essential?
Thank you for reading, and I hope to get some answers soon!
Sincerely, have a good day.
Chloé
bonjour bonjour !
bon voila je suis à fond dans le digital painting et donc j'ai décidé de changer de tablette graphique. mon ancienne etait une XP-PEN un peu dépassée je trouve. je nai plus les references... l'ecran est de 22 cm sur13.5 cm environ (j'ai mesuré a la regle donc pas tres precis). alors voila j'ai envie d'investir et je craque pour les big big tablettes mais ca me fait peur car j'ai peur que ce soit trop grand... que je dessine pas assez bien pour ce genre de matos. en fait je vais avoir 30 piges bientôt et donc ma famille veut m'offrir un beau cadeau et donc est-ce une bonne idée pour quelqun qui dessine moyennement mais passionné ? est ce que les 2 écrans conseillés en plus de la tablette ? Car si je prends une grande tablette il faut de la place je pense... est ce que les 2 ecrans c primordial ?
je vous remercie de votre lecture, en esperant avoir des réponses bientôt !!
cordialement, bonne journée
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Hi! The second screen isn't really necessary; I mainly use it to display references or to navigate through my files, but it's essentially to save time in a professional setting. If you want to treat yourself in a semi-professional setting, you can get a 22-24 inch tablet (between 40 and 50 cm wide) without having to deal with a second screen. Even though these types of tablets are a good compromise between what you already have and the larger tablet models with screens (the 27 and 32 inch ones), I would still recommend getting an arm so you can move, rotate, and tilt your tablet as you see fit.
The question of your drawing skill level isn't really relevant in my opinion; it's more about your resources, the time you spend on it, and the comfort it provides. If you already find it pleasant to work on a tablet with a screen, switching to a larger model to increase your comfort for drawing makes perfect sense!
Salut! le 2e écran n'est pas nécéssaire, moi je m'en sers surtout pour afficher des références, ou pour naviguer dans mes fichiers- mais c'est essentiellement pour gagner du temps dans un contexte professionel. si tu veux te faire plaisir dans un contexte semi pro, tu peux prendre une tablette de 22-24 pouces (entre 40 et 50 cm de large) sans t'encombrer d'un second écran. Même si ces types de tablettes sont un bon compromis entre ce que tu as déjà et les plus grands modèles de tablette avec écran (les 27 et 32 pouces) je recommanda tout de même de prendre un bras pour pouvoir déplacer, pivoter et incliner ta tablette à ta convenance.
La question de ton niveau de dessin n'est pas vraiment pertinent à mon sens, c'est surtout une question de tes moyens, du temps que tu y passes et du confort que celà t'apporte. si tu trouves déjà agréable de travailler sur tablette avec écran, passer à un modèle plus grand pour augmenter ton confort pour dessiner est tout à fait logique!