I'm a surface pattern designer and part of my illustration work is done digitally. Here are some of my preferred accessories for that.
This is the Ipad I have. I use it mostly for Procreate and it needs to have as much memory as you can afford so that you can use a maximum number of layers.
2022 Apple iPad Air 10.9" Wi-Fi 256GB Grey
The best Ipad pencil, with pressure sensitivity and full compatibility. Cheaper options don't all have that, which will make using them with Procreate tricky as many brushes require pressure sensitivity.
Apple Pencil (Pro) 2024
If you can afford it, the Pro series is the way to go for serious illustrators.
Apple iPad Pro 13-inch M4 256GB Space Black
A must have to drawing on a tablet, to prevent your hand from touching the screen where you don't want it to. This one is a Halloween version.
HUION Skeleton Glove for Drawing Tablets
And a more subdued version.
Huion Artist Glove Cura CR-01, Free Size
A version with the tips of the fingers cut off.
Wacom Drawing Glove for Graphic Display, Black
And a pink version.
Jagowa 2PCS 2-Finger Artist Glove Pink
A folding Ipad case is a great tool to have because you can use it as a stand. Buy one which has a buit-in pencil holder.
CACOE iPad 11/10 Gen Case w/ Pencil Holder
A perfect drawing stand for your home setting. I love the clean wood style.
ELETIUO Bamboo Adjustable Tablet Stand w/ Slots
Another docking drawing stand in a more techie style.
SKETCHBOARD Pro 2 for 12.9" iPad - Black
An easily removable paperlike-style screen protector, which enable you to feel like you're drawing on paper rather than on glass.
ESR Paper-Feel Magnetic Screen Protector for iPad Pro 11 & Air 5/4
Apple pencil nibs wear off in time so replacements are needed.
Replacement Tips for Apple Pencil 1st & 2nd Gen (4 Pack)
Air pods to connect to your Ipad while you work. Perfect for noisy environements.
Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds, H2 Chip
The over-ear version of Air Pods, if you don't like having the buds in your ear. I must confess I'm sensitive so I usually prefer that option.
Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
A travel case for your tablet so that it is easy to carry and protected in your travels.
9-11 Inch Tablet Sleeve Case for Fire Max 11/HD 10 Plus/iPad 11/Pro/Air M3/M2/Samsung Tab S8/S7/A8
Another travel case, this one with a cross-body/strap option. I like to have my hands free!
MoKo 9-11 Inch Tablet Sleeve Bag with Shoulder Strap
If you type a lot, an external keyboard is good as the Ipad's keyboard isn't the best. This folding case incorporates an external keyboard.
Vobafe Keyboard Case iPad 11/10.9 inch UK
Another keyboard with the possibility to orient your screen independently of the keyboard.
PboyiqiS Rotatable Keyboard Case iPad Air 11"
A more stylish version of the cross-body carrying case
MOSISO 9-11 Inch Tablet Sleeve Ice Blue
Of course, your Ipad case doesn't have to be boring… I love this fox illustration.
iPad 9th/8th/7th Gen Case 10.2" Fox & Moon
A stylish charging station for all your Apple products. Love the wood!
Pezin & Hulin Bamboo Multi-Device Charging Dock
Sometimes when I travel I like to camouflage my pricey electronics. This Composition Book cover does exactly that!
Vimorco iPad Air 3/Pro 10.5 Case 2019
Perfect to film your tablet's screen for tutorials and marketing purposes.
Xtreme Lit 2-In-1 Cellphone Clamp Mount Ring Light, Photography and Video Production, 10 Levels
Another one with a longer arm to film your tablet.
iDance LED Ring Light with Cell Phone Clip Stand Holder, 3.5", Grip Flexible Long Arm Gooseneck Bracket Mount Clamp with Bluetooth Remote Control for Desk, Bed, Compatible with iPhone and Smartphone
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For those who prefer to draw on paper and digitize later, a light box is essential.
A3 Light Box for Drawing E
The larger pro model.
Apple iPad Pro (11") 5th Gen 256GB Space Black Wi-Fi MVV83LL/A
If you're not a fan of Apple, this is the best graphic tablet for illustrators.
Wacom Cintiq 22 Drawing Tablet with HD Screen Graphic Monitor 8192 pressure-levels, DTK2260K0A
This is the Wacom tablet I have, perfect for the small budgets. It doesn't have its own screen and it takes a little practice to get used to draw on it while looking at your screen but it has the great advantage of being compatible with PSD and AI.
Wacom Intuos Wireless Graphics Drawing Tablet with 3 Bonus Software Included, 10.4" X 7.8", Black, Medium (CTL6100WLK0)
Small budget phone holder with clip, to fild what you're working on.
Gooseneck Bed Phone Holder – 360° Adjustable Clip-On Stand for 4-7" Cellphones, Flexible Long Arm Mount for Bed/Desk/Headboard/Bedside
This one has two arms instead of a flexible arm if you prefer that style.
Usmallbee Webcam Mount, Suspension Arm Scissor Stand, Phone Holder for Desk, Arm Stand for Phone, Flexible Stand Holder
