- DRAW BETTER FASTER: Like magic, the LUCY reflects an image of anything! Just draw over the image to quickly start your realistic masterpiece. Draw live objects, portraits, or landscapes, on paper, canvas, or any surface. Draw or paint with any medium.
- LARGE ADJUSTABLE IMAGE AND VERSATILITY: Large, more stable image (compared to traditional camera lucidas) up to 12 x 18" drawing from life. One optical filter gives you 2 brightness levels, so you can get an optimal image in most situations. Use your LUCY mini while sitting, standing, or at an easel.
- THE OLD MASTERS' SECRET TOOL REINVENTED!: The Old Masters used this secret drawing tool for hundreds of years—now it's your turn to experience the magic and take your art projects to the next level! Of course, it still requires some practice and patience, but quickly rewards with amazing results.
- POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS: Always wanted to learn to draw? LUCY provides instant results and ongoing learning. Love to paint but struggle with drawing? LUCY is perfect for your next painting project. A professional artist looking to work faster? LUCY mini is the perfect addition to your studio to get your initial sketches done faster.
- QUALITY USA-MADE WITH YEAR WARRANTY: Proudly built in the USA with fiberglass-infused polycarbonate, shatterproof optics, strong plastic clamp. We stand behind our quality manufacturing with a one-year warranty.
Made in the USA, UPC 853503004156
Kenneth B.
Set up some pears on a napkin and quickly outlined and scribbled in shadows with a black uniball drawing pen. love how it came out! Great tool.. I'm a retired Art Teacher from 35+ years at the Public School and Community College levels.. had something similar to Lucy when I was a Kid that helped me really get into creating art.. That and Learn to draw with Jon Gnagy on Saturday Mornings growing up many years ago!
Lynda V.
This seems like a good idea BUT it is not. I can not get an enlarged picture no matter what. I was able on the second try to draw a copy (same size) drawing from the original. I watched your videos and changing the orientation and standing is not any better than using it sitting down. Lights on or off makes no difference...seems like a good idea but I feel I wasted my money on this as it will not be used.....
Kay N.
I could not get it to work for me. My art teacher discouraged using it as well bc it inhibits my own skill at looking at something skillfully and developing a skill at really SEEING a subject.
Susana B.
Does what it promises! So much fun!
Jose
This is really cool! Very affordable compared to the competitor and it’s made in the U.S. of A!
Amy P.
Excited to use this in foe several projects
Jeramey L.
This tool is really awesome. It has helped me to get correct proportions on this drawing I made. I love it and will definitely be buying the biggest version so that I can make larger drawings!
Margarete L.
I haven’t mastered the tool yet as I am a beginner, but the quality and sturdiness of it is appreciated.
Rex S.
Doesn’t work never has worked!
Diane H.
I'm still trying to get the hang of my Mini Lucy but from what I can see, it will be a fantastic tool for me to use. As they say, practice makes perfect, and I know I'll get there some day. I would definitely recommend this tool to anyone who wants to draw or paint like a pro.
Pam A.
I find it limited in its use. Perhaps it is just me but my neck hurts from bending down, looking through the little hole to trace. The little plate is too small for me. It can't hold anything bigger than 4x6 and even that I find is too big for the plate. Perhaps I need to watch the videos again. They make it look so easy in the videos
David w.
Thank you
Wayne A.
The set up was fairly simple, but I found it difficult to draw with it. I can’t tell where the tip of my pencil is
Joseph D.
I bought this for my daughter for Christmas, she loved it and continues to use it everyday!
Herman C.
My daughter loved it she hasn't been more involved in her drawing then when she received her drawlucy.
Stacey C.
Perfect for artistic children. They love it!
Brian S.
I'm getting use to it.
Tamre K.
This has brought things to life in my drawing life ❤️
Tami A.
It doesn't work as easily as described. I have yet to use it.
Bruce O.
The mini by itself is ok but with the magnifier it is perfect.
LYNN K.
its great
Chris B.
It took a little getting used to but once I got the hang of it it's pretty cool
Phyllis B.
I know it was a lighting problem but I could never get the image to be distinct enough for me to see it to trace it. I tried everything that was recommended and it just didn't work out for me.
Ian B.
Our family is so enthralled to draw from life with the LUCY!!
Kathy A.
I used the drawing tool to make an outline of a scene and created a painting in which I submitted to site that offers tutorials and monthly challenges of themed paintings and I was so proud mine was featured in the December gallery.
Karen H.
I haven't used tools like this before but I enjoy the additional art inspiration and accessibility it gives me.
Janet
I'm looking forward to using this tool.
Douglas B.
I purchased the mini and prefer it over your competition that I also bought.
Emily M.
I didn't realize had to look through hole to draw. Hard to do.
Cat D.
Perfect addition to my art studio....working on portraits in collage...making the creation fun and satisfying
Jeremy F.
This allows an artist to make a quick sketch of anything... from life or the computer screen.
Lorivic B.
I guess for it says it can only do smaller size.
Rosann T.
Can't see the object well enough to draw the image
Lisa B.
I wear glasses.. it doesn’t work for me. I feel like I wasted my money on something I can’t use
Richard Y.
What a great tool. Simple, straight forward and effective. It's not going to do everything for you, you still have to work with it, follow the excellent instruction videos, and be patient. An excellent example of how simple can be better. Thanks
Robert B.
I have used the tool a number of times. I am watching the videos to help me improve on my drawings. I hope to make my own Christmas cards this year.
Lisa
Can’t use it . Having glasses hinders its use. I would have never bought it if I had known this ahead of time.
Diane H.
It’s going to take a while for me to learn how to use the Mini but I think that once I get the hang of it I can draw still life’s much easier.
Virginia R.
I struggled to get it put together. Then when I watched subsequent instructions I had to disassemble the parts I struggled with in order to reassemble for different angles. I'm not real happy with the Lucy. When I look into the lens, I don't see the object I want to trace as clearly as I would have liked.
Cheri M.
Very easy to use and I am impressing everyone with my drawings.
Sheran G.
Loves it!!
Jorge
Takes a bit to get used, but it is very helpful
Carolyn S.
This device is so amazing.
It actually makes drawing and painting so simple a child can do it.
I love it.
Edward
Not worth $59
Felicia T.
I couldn't really see what I was drawing. Pretty sure I just wasted my money.
Eleanor F.
Hard to set up and difficult to understand use. Sorry
Jody
still learning to use it
glenn p.
I really like this item; I had a stroke a few years back and have missed being able to draw, now with my Lucy mini I have been able to get back to drawing and enjoying my favorite pastime. I highly recommend the Lucy for anyone wanting to enjoy the thrill of drawing,
Janice R.
So far, I’m not very impressed. Lucy does not easily attached to all table surfaces. I think this might work best with still life but if you’re trying to copy something from a photo, it’s difficult
Lena
Never could get it to set up and work properly…
MERIBETH L.
Unfortunately due to my age of 71 and my eyes I have had to return the Lucy drawing tool. I think it is a great concept and if I was younger I would be thrilled with it.
Fred T.
Assembly was mildly challenging but you can do it.
Its hard (for me anyway) to get even a poor image. The on line vids were not much help. But can you get an image? Yes. I will keep trying
Josette T.
Delivery was fine.
Assembly was relatively easy.
But I cannot see my pencil to draw the projection
John R.
Solid construction and easy to follow instructions. I bought it with some expectations on how it would influence my drawings. I am pleasantly challenged by how it restricts some finer details shown in the reflection. I think using proper lighting with this tool will help with more precise drawings. It's a fun way to try a certain drawing process and requires patience and practice.
Gregory I.
I have test run on a picture I have taken on my tablet an use a tattoo machine pen tip to draw image on paper while I am looking into Lucy device. An all setup is my first time using it this way. I think it went very well for being the first time.
Candone W.
Very functional device, but takes some time to get used to.
Carol F.
I did find it quite difficult to assemble initially but eventually got it put together, i have not yet tried drawing with it yet, the viewing slide was somewhat awkward to use, but i think i need to practice a few times before i give a through review.. not sure yet if i will use it but its there if i get around to practice with it.
Susan P.
I think this is one of best purchases I've made in a long while. I can see why there are classes to warm up with. It's really stepped up my watercolor game. So important to have. Thank you.
Tom D.
This is an amazing tool. I've always wanted to draw and have dabbled but was never that good. I generally get the proportions wrong. My Lucy solved that problem and lets me create amazing drawings.
Klaus Z.
It's very good.
Hermannus K.
Good Morning
I am using my Lucy mini for a few weeks . The beginning was not so successful., till I use the IPad. .. because this “background “is 2 dimensional .
I am 80 years old. To “paint”” postcards with the Lucy projector is my best hobby now.
Therefor i would enjoy me about the penci Drawing set when it is possible.
Hans Kuipers
Sulzbach
Germany
Ellen M.
I love using the drawing tool. I have been able to sketch pictures onto my paper so that I may watercolor it. I now have these paintings hanging in our small town library for the local art show for the month of April.
Denice O.
This has helped me so much with shapes such as vases. This hummingbird was from a porcelain figurine I have.
Thanks so much for the draw Lucy.
Denice Owens
Robert A.
I am enjoying my Lucy!! I have been away from art for a while and this tool is helping me get back into it!!
Charles A T.
Only a beginner with LucyMini. It's okay, thought image would be more distinct. Obviously I need more practice. Should prove a valuable device for realistic drawing. I recommend Lucy for serious artists (made & shipped well, arrives with good instructions & online videos, very helpful).
Tom P.
Easy to set up and adjust. Made markings where needed did an outline then filled in details.
Lisa
For me it was a bit difficult to use , it seems like if I looked up or away from “ The Lucy”… I was hard to get my eyes focused quickly… a bit frustrating for me
DAVID
Interesting tool for most ages. Children love it. Thanks
Julie
Love it
Nancy S.
My eyesight is not good so I cannot use it. I returned it last week but have not seen that it was received. Please advise.
Cynthia G.
I have watched all of the videos and I’ve practiced with various photos and media. There must be a trick to it because I have been unsuccessful. Not happy with the purchase.
Tracey K.
I've only used my new Lucy once but I like it very much. I'm just getting back into art so am a little rusty. This device helped me get a nice outline of my subject. It's still a work in progress but I'm happy with it so far.
Susan C.
I was having a hard time getting the scale right on my sketches of this house. It's a recognizable place, so it had to be right! I put the idea on hold until I found the Lucy and now I'm very proud of what I did. All I had to do was an outline of the house and fill in with my own art. Very happy with it!
Stacie C.
I got two of them.. after watching the video(s) to get a firm grasp of the tool I fiddled with it for a spell,I attained "sight" and proper paper placement. The outline was rough to be sure, but filling in and color was easy. The best part was that this was an intended gift for my 9 year old grand. My "practice" was instrumental in giving this to show in person how it works, I tell you truly when the light of discovery went on in her eyes it was magical she loved it.. mission accomplished..
Nicole
Not worth the money at all. Very difficult to use. I tried multiple setups. It's just to hard to see out of.
Jack
I ordered two but only received one
Michael R.
This very easy to use tool makes it simple to gain proportion when rendering from pictures or photographs. I am very pleased with the assistance the DRAW Lucy gives me. It helps me to move forward with detail work that I really enjoy. Thanks for this wonderful product.... money well spent.
Robert
Easy to use, not as clear of a view as I hoped it would be. $60 is a bit much for what you get, I think
Lisa-Ann
Unable to use it. The screw won’t fit into the part in order to assemble it. Total dud
Raice K.
Have not started using it yet/
Waiting for 2 hospital admissions to be done & dusted.
Most like March b4 I get to "have a go".
Thanks
Lisa
It’s ok and the instructions were a bit hard to understand. I watched the video 3x . I wish there was an option to buy separate parts like the photo enlarger piece
Nydia
This is okay. It's not easier to use than a projector or opaque. I only use those to get quick proportions laid out. I got the Lucy to see if that process could be simplified and I just had a very difficult time seeing the image. I'm nearsighted and wear glasses for that, but I found I had to take them off to use this even though the instructions say that only trifocals could cause an issue.
Allison N.
What a great tool! Still learning but this gives me confidence I didn't have before!
Jennie G.
My 9 year old son used the Lucy to sketch out this little wooden toy jet, and then he added in the detail and color! He can set up the lucy and take it down all by himself and has used it several times already. It definitely takes a little practice, but once you get the hang of it, it's pretty cool! Thanks!
glenn m.
I thought I would start with something easy for my first painting using LUCY so I set up this sill life of Hopi Kachina dolls. The setup takes a little forethought but I did get used to it. I think I will use LUCY to try to paint a portrait. It did really help me with accurate proportions much faster than I can usually do, so I can get painting sooner.
Amy N.
Very easy. I got this for Christmas and couldn’t wait to use it. My art isn’t quite good enough yet to display though!
Now I will be able to draw like I see !!!
Valerie E.
I bought this around Black Friday and got a fantastic deal. I have been doing art in my sketchbook daily and wanted a shortcut to sketch people and pets more quickly, and this does the trick. I don't think it would be easy to use without a little art knowledge. Drawing from real life is tricky because it doesn't take much for a person to move, so I got the converter kit and can sketch from a photo. In retrospect, I would have bought a larger one and not the mini so I could create larger art. I love the Lucy.
Melissa T.
It may seem silly, but I have sketchbook upon sketchbook filled with drawings I've made while out to dinner with my kid. They're bursting with wonky plates and crooked cutlery, scenes of a table setting, but through a very wobbly eye/hand. The Lucy allowed me to draw a mug that looks like a mug. This was the first thing I drew with it and it remains my favorite. Is it great art? Nope. Did it allow me to love drawing and enjoy the process? Absolutely. Highly recommend picking one of these up if you are interested in still life drawing and want to enjoy the act of making a drawing instead of agonizing over your lack of steady skill. Everything is made better through practice and the Lucy lets me feel like I'm practicing instead of taking random shots in the dark hoping for the best.
Barbara M.
We think the Lucy tool is a great help for drawing! My granddaughter, Violet says “I love it I just wish that everyone would have one”
Lucy C.
I’ve used the mini and happy with results I still have not received the enlarger I ordered ! I was told it was sent out but haven’t received it.
Newton S.
I bought this to show my art history (community college) students how the camera lucida works. You don't even have to set up the stand for them to get the idea, and see how it splits your vision, which is really nice. They also get to play with all my old cameras and stereoscopes, so it's a nice addition. Go aardvarks!
Anne C.
I Don't know how to set up the Lucy Mini & would like to use it.
Can you assist??
Lorna S.
I set up the tool and I can see the object I want to draw very well
Anthony A.
Great way to learn scale and gain confidence
Aldona
I could not get it to work for me. My house has a lot of overhead lighting and I think that affects what I see. I became very frustrated and haven’t used it since.
Jody T.
This projector does not show the designs clearly on the cookies I was trying to decorate. I've tried different lighting and areas and the transfer is just blurry...especially around the edges. I watched several videos and followed to the directions and used lots of pictures...but it always came out the same...unclear. wish I had gotten a different model but thought I only needed a simple model for cookies. Unable to use. Very disappointed.
Dustin H.
My husband gifted me the Lucy Mini for Christmas & I used it to create a work of art for my father of his childhood lunchbox. I am excited to continue using the Lucy Drawing Tool to enhance my artistic practice!
BJ C.
Returned. Did not use.
Purvez A.
I bought this for my 11 year old art obsessed God-daughter. This was a great Christmas present as she loves it.
RONALD J.
I think this is a useful tool to quicken a project. I used this to paint a footprint of gesso on a turkey feather to be able to paint the image of the duck. I wish I could get the photo assessory as an option, but can't seem to be able to find it offered as an after thought option. All in all I think it is a useful tool.