r/ArtistLounge is a subreddit with 403k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses looking for, art, drawing, looking, and struggling, and they frequently recommend/review digital art program, supplies, and drawing software.
A place for artists from all art-related subs and beyond to come together and discuss art, our lives as artists, discuss art culture, and share advice and techniques in a positive, nurturing manner. No ranting, venting or complaining. We are Anti-AI. Please check out r/ArtBusiness to discuss topics related to business, careers, social media, clients etc.
Popular Themes in r/ArtistLounge
#1
Advice Requests
: "Any advice with how to get involved in artist communities"
17 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "Anyone have a dead-simple reference collage app like PureRef, but for iOS?"
6 posts
#3
Ideas
: "In need of art-themed event ideas"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/ArtistLounge
#1
Looking For
26 posts
#2
Art
20 posts
#3
Drawing
14 posts
#4
Looking
12 posts
#5
Struggling
9 posts
#6
Supplies
6 posts
#7
Reference
4 posts
#8
Advice
4 posts
#9
Resources
4 posts
#10
Sketchbook
3 posts
Products Discussed in r/ArtistLounge
Digital Art Program
90 reviews
#1
Clip Studio Paint
4.7★ from 23 reviews
#2
Krita
4.2★ from 19 reviews
#3
Procreate
4.9★ from 7 reviews
Supplies
34 reviews
#1
Alcohol Markers
4.3★ from 4 reviews
#2
Pentel
4.7★ from 3 reviews
#3
Dick Blick
3.5★ from 2 reviews
Drawing Software
27 reviews
#1
Clip Studio Paint
4.6★ from 7 reviews
#2
Krita
4.4★ from 7 reviews
#3
Procreate
4.3★ from 3 reviews
Flair Used in r/ArtistLounge
#1
Medium & Materials🎨
: "Blood as a medium question"
40 posts
#2
Concept/Technique/Method
: "How do I get better at drawing from imagination?"
21 posts
#3
Goals & Motivation :KirbyStar:
: "After 20+ years of making art, I realized my subconscious was painting a major family secret all along. Anyone else experienced this?"
20 posts
#4
Learning Resources For Artists 🔎
: "Where to find mentorship?"
18 posts
#5
Community/Relationships :KirbyFlower:
: "Why do you think the arts still matter so much?"
11 posts
#6
Technology & Software 💻
: "Anyone have a dead-simple reference collage app like PureRef, but for iOS?"
9 posts
#7
Art Studios, Workstations & Lifestyle
: "Moving from Classes to an Independent Studio Practice"
5 posts
#8
Online Safety & Scams 🚩
: "Where can I find printed products with real human made art?"
3 posts
#9
Accessibility/Inclusion/Diversity :KirbyStar:
: "Color washing"
3 posts
#10
Megathread
: "Sketchbook Saturday! Share your art!"
2 posts
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Last updated: August 10, 2026