In a big sea of articles aimed at creative people, it's hard to say what kind of tools, apps, and websites we haven't covered. Wherever your creativity lies, we've found the sources that could help you develop your skills and use your talent.
For those who happened to miss out on the introductions, we have previously discussed apps and tools for musicians, creative writers, those who dream of becoming artists, and those who create art in a digital form.
Don't worry, we didn't forget about the basics either. If you feel like your creativity is getting in the way of your time-management and slows you down, download these essential apps before you leave the house.
All Things Creative
We imagine that apps for creative people are invented by those who consider themselves a part of the same group. People whose minds are bursting with many creative ideas on a daily basis. As a result, you and I get to enjoy all the new apps that make a creative person's life easier.
All things mainstream aside, get ready to have your creative mind blown, as this time we've decided to cover apps that you most likely have never heard of. However, that doesn't make them any less useful or interesting. In fact, sometimes it's quite the opposite.
The apps we've put on this list either don't assume any prior experience in a specific sphere, like music production, photography, and video editing, or are aimed at both novices and amateur users. So don't be shy -- go and explore new forms of art.
Music
1. Magic Piano
Platform -- iOS, Android
Price -- Freemium
What's Cool -- You don't have to have a degree in music to become a Magic Piano composer. This easy to use app will help you fulfill your childhood dreams of becoming a piano player without actually having to study for it. Learn to play famous tunes on a virtual piano (there's a catalog of pop and classical pieces you can play along to) or have fun creating your own songs.
2. Figure [No Longer Available]
Platform -- iOS
Price -- Free
What's Cool -- If neither classical music nor pop hits do it for you, but you would still like to create your own music, give Figure a try. It's perfect if you're a techno lover and believe that beat is the most important part of a soundtrack. You can also create remixes, collaborate, and share your music pieces with other music makers. There's even a handy function that exports your music to other music-making apps.
Photo and Video
3. Pablo
Platform -- iOS, Android (Beta)
Price -- Free
What's Cool -- Stop taking photos and learn to make magic with Pablo. With the help of this app, you can create long-exposure videos and light write photos in HD quality on your smartphone. More than that, unlike DSLR, you can see the content while you are capturing it when making a long-exposure video.
4. Everyday
Platform -- iOS
Price -- Free
What's Cool -- This app allows you to literally capture the cycle of life on your iPhone. Take a photo of yourself (your plant, cat, mom etc) every day, and let the app turn it into a movie about your life. You can get smart reminders on a daily basis to make sure you don't miss your picture time.
5. Diptic
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Platform -- iOS, Android
Price -- $0.99 plus in-app purchases
What's Cool -- Does picture editing also mean creating collages, slideshows, before-and-after photographic series to you? With this app, you get to choose from hundreds of different layouts, customized photo frames, filters, fonts and more. You can experiment with both your photos and videos, and then share them via email, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr or Flickr.
6. Vintagio [No Longer Available]
Platform -- iOS
Price -- $3.99
What's Cool -- This stylish vintage video app will enable you to become a film director and add effects and professional touch ups to your videos. You can create a professional-looking video with the app or choose an existing video and turn it into a 1920s, 30s, 60s, 70s, or black and white film. There's also an option to export your film and share it via email or across the social web.
7. Perfect Pic
Platform -- iOS
Price -- Free
What's Cool -- With Perfect Pic you can choose and save any photo file from any video you have on your iPhone. You can play your videos in different speed: real-time, slow, or slow-mo. Pause your video at any time, flip through the photos frame-by-frame and select a perfectly timed shot to save.
Art
8. Bamboo Paper
Platform -- iOS, Android, Windows
Price -- Freemium
What's Cool -- Bamboo Paper turns your device into a digital sketchbook. Use it to draw, write, or doodle in your free time. With plenty of writing and drawing tools, this app will suit creatives of all abilities. What your masterpiece is going to be like (an artwork or a diagram) is solely up to you. A pleasant bonus is an ability to share your creations on social networks straight from the app.
9. Loop
Platform -- iOS
Price -- Free
What's Cool -- Ever thought of learning to make your own animation? Then you'll find Loop most enjoyable. It lets you create hand-drawn animations as you watch your scribblings come to life. The menu and tool collection are rather simple, and you'll get the hang of it in no time. You can also save your animations and share them on social media.
Creative Writing
10. Foldpass
Platform -- iOS
Price -- Free
What's Cool -- Two phrases: "haiku" and "collaborative writing". Intrigued? You should be. It doesn't get more creative than getting together with a few other writers to create a short but meaningful poem. Or forget all about that and invite friends to have some fun with words. You can then add a picture to your haiku and share the results on social media.
Time to Get Creative
Now that you know about these non-mainstream apps you should be able to find one that will help you realize your artistic potential and create something meaningful or learn a new skill. Or maybe you'll just use these apps to relax and have some fun in your free time.
There are, of course, many more creative apps out there that are worth discovering. But before we accept the challenge and continue our research, we'd like to know your thoughts.
Do you enjoy discovering new apps or normally stick to those you're already used to? How often do you use apps and tools that help aid your creativity? Are they a part of your professional life or just something you do in your spare time? Please, let us know in the comments below!