The tools
Everything you need to read your reference
Values
Group your reference into 2 to 8 value steps. See the big shapes immediately, in grayscale, umber, or full color. This is what most painters skip and then struggle with.
Notan
Reduce everything to a 2- or 3-value pattern. If your notan doesn't read, your painting won't either. Check it here before committing hours on canvas.
Color & Value
Tap any spot to find the closest match from your actual palette. Switch to compare mode to measure the value difference between any two points in your reference.
Temperature
See the warm and cool zones mapped across your reference. Get concrete advice on canvas toning and color strategy based on what the image actually tells you.
Crop
Plan your composition with common canvas ratios and a rule-of-thirds overlay. Find the strongest crop before you start drawing.