Light Pads & Projectors: Precision Tools for Tracing and Transfer
Light pads and projectors are essential tools for any artist who works with references, transfers designs or traces existing artwork. A light pad illuminates your paper from below, making it easy to trace lines with precision. A projector scales and projects an image directly onto your surface, allowing you to transfer compositions quickly and accurately. DeSerres carries a selection of light pads and projectors suited to illustration, animation, calligraphy and fine art.
Light Pad or Projector: Which Is Right for Your Practice?
A light pad is a slim, portable tool that works by backlighting your paper. It's ideal for tracing, transferring patterns, checking registration in animation, and detailed calligraphy work. Most models are thin, rechargeable and easy to use at a desk or on location. A projector casts an image onto a wall or surface at a larger scale, making it the preferred tool for transferring compositions onto canvas or large-format paper. Both tools save time and improve accuracy, particularly when working from photographic references. Explore our full Drawing Accessories collection for more options.
