# Digital Doodling Hi-tech devices enable everyday consumers to be digital artists. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Aug 1, 2012 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/digital-doodling ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Digital Doodling trend? **Digital Doodling:** Previously, only the most skilled illustrators adept at using virtual drawing tools could create stunning pieces of digital art. But now, more and more brands are creating hi-tech drawing devices and apps that enable even the most average artist and illustrator to create a digital masterpiece. Perfect for everyday consumers who love to get creative, these virtual doodling tools open up the art world to anyone and everyone. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 27, 2011 to Jul 30, 2012 - Published: Aug 1, 2012 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Digital Doodling trend ### Digital Art Tools for Consumers Hi-tech drawing devices and apps are making it easier for average consumers to create stunning digital art pieces. ### Virtual Sketchbooks and Drawing Apps Digital sketchbooks and drawing apps are providing users with the simplicity of drawing on paper with the added convenience of digital technology. ### Crowdsourced Collaborations Social media campaigns and collaborative apps are providing users with opportunities to share creative ideas and designs with others. ## What the Digital Doodling trend means for industry ### For Art and Design Businesses can invest in consumer-friendly digital drawing tools and creative apps to tap into the growing consumer interest in digital art. ### For Education and Entertainment Developers can create virtual book-publishing and art-development apps for children and students, providing them with innovative ways to learn and express their creativity. ### For Technology and Electronics Experts can create powerful and portable tablet alternatives and cross-platform connectivity solutions that cater to artists and creatives, who seek a better user experience. ## Trend signals for Digital Doodling Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 56%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 65% - Activity: 56% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Digital Doodling trend 7 featured examples from Oct 27, 2011 to Jul 30, 2012. - [Digital Drawing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-by-fiftythree): Paper by Fiftythree is Available on iPad with Endless School Supplies to Draw (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The rise of digital art tools such as Paper by FiftyThree presents an opportunity for art supplies manufacturers to leverage technology in creating premium and innovative tools fo… - [Robust Drawing Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modbook-pro): The Modbook Pro is a True All-In-One Device (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The Modbook Pro disrupts the tablet market by providing an alternative to Apple's iPad. - [Crowdsourced Social Media Drawings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-note): The 'Create My Tweet' Campaign Promotes the Samsung Galaxy Note (Category: Tech) Implication: Consumer electronics brands can utilize interactive social media campaigns and crowdsourcing to promote their products and engage with customers. - [Simulated Sketchbook Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-paper): iPad Paper Turns Any Tablet into a Virtual Drawing Board (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for companies to develop simplified sketching applications for digital artists, offering a focused and distraction-free drawing experience. - [Handy Digitized Art Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-finger-paintings): The iPhone Finger Paintings by Jorge Colombo are Simply Realistic (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The technology industry has potential opportunities for developing and improving mobile art and design tools. - [Kiddie Book-Creating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scribble-press-app): Scribble Press App Lets Children Write and Publish Their Own Stories (Category: Tech) Implication: The Scribble Press app disrupts the traditional children's publishing industry by giving young authors the tools to independently create and publish their own books. - [Virtual Macaroni Artwork Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-mac-cheese): The Kraft 'Mac & Cheese' iPad Tool Allows You to Play with Food (Category: Tech) Implication: The 'Dinner Not Art' app presents opportunities for food and beverage companies to explore innovative ways of engaging consumers through interactive apps. ## Recent trend clusters - 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