SketchBook Motion

SketchBook Motion is a new application which is part of the SketchBook family of apps.

Create images with motion by applying simple gestures to make things grow, move, or emit particles. Use layers to assign different animation to distinct elements in your scene. Add complex animation behavior using advanced controls, such as granular motion.

Entertain or communicate

• Turn images into moving stories
• Add meaning to your presentation
• Build simple animated prototypes
• Design dynamic logos and ecards
• Create fun and engaging classroom projects
• Enhance instructional content

Output and share your work

• Create stickers to add meaning and emotion to your iMessage
• Share your feelings with lightweight GIFs
• Export high-quality movies as MP4s
• Upload html links that can be shared and viewed in any browser

With an existing subscription, all features are fully unlocked. You can only save a file to the gallery with a subscription. All share and export functions work whether you are using the free or subscription version.

Create from scratch or use existing images

• Draw directly with the brushes using your finger or Apple Pencil
• Import any images from your Photos
• Use layers to assign different animation modes to elements in your scene
• Apply simple gestures to make things grow, move, or emit particles
• Add complex animation behavior, using advanced controls, such as granular motion

Deepen your knowledge

• Interactive tutorials walk you through the basics
• In-app examples enable you to dissect more complex projects
• Online help and videos provide instruction for how to use features

Does it run on all platforms

SketchBook Motion runs on iOS only - starting from version 9.

SUCCESS: Creating stickers for iMessage is only available if running iOS version 10.

What device(s) can I run the app on

SketchBook Motion is currently supported on iPad only:

• 6-bit iPad Air gen 1 +
• iPad Pro gen 1 +
• iPad mini gen 2 +

We also support Apple Pencil - get pressure-sensitivity when painting with brush tools.

Download the app from iTunes.