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How it works

Draw on paper or in your drawing app while Tokiyo shows your references.

  1. Choose your references. Select a collection or import an Are.na channel or Cosmos collection.
  2. Set your pace. Pick a time per pose (5 seconds to 4 hours), or choose a class with varied intervals and breaks.
  3. Start drawing. References advance automatically when each interval ends. Pause whenever you need to.
I'm new to drawing. Where do I start?

Pick a collection you like and try a few longer poses. Shorter intervals are useful when you want to practice quick gestures.

Do I need an account or my own images?

No. Tokiyo is free, and the built-in collections are ready to use. You can also import a public Are.na channel or Cosmos collection, or choose images from your device to save only in this browser.

Will my settings be saved?

Yes, in this browser, along with your recent collections. They won't sync to other devices.

During a session

Pause / resume
Space
Previous / next pose
← / →
Flip horizontally
H
Fullscreen
F
Mute / unmute
M

On touch screens, swipe to change poses and tap the image to show or hide the controls.

Time to draw.

Timed references for your sketchbook or drawing app. Free, no account needed.

Choose a collection.

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20 references

20 references

20 references

20 references

Session setup

Pose length
Gesture basics20 references2m / pose