Overview
OnlineGridMaker is a free online grid maker designed for artists, illustrators, painters, students, and anyone who uses the grid method for drawing. It lets users upload a reference image, add a precise grid overlay, customize the grid style, and download the final gridded image directly from the browser.
The tool is built for a simple but common creative workflow: when you want to draw or paint from a reference image, a grid can help you transfer proportions more accurately. Instead of opening complex design software, users can generate a clean image grid in seconds.
Key Features
- Upload a reference image and add a grid overlay
- Customize rows and columns
- Adjust grid line color, thickness, and opacity
- Add grid labels for easier reference
- Convert images to black and white
- Use common paper size references such as A4, A3, and Letter
- Download the final result as a PNG
- No signup required
- Browser-based processing, with no image uploads
Use Cases
OnlineGridMaker is useful for:
- Grid method drawing
- Painting from reference images
- Sketching practice
- Portrait drawing
- Landscape drawing
- Architecture and object studies
- Classroom art exercises
- Preparing reference images for beginners
Artists can use it to break a complex image into smaller sections, making it easier to observe shapes, proportions, and placement. Teachers can also use it to prepare practice materials for students.
Privacy
OnlineGridMaker runs directly in the browser. Uploaded images are processed locally and are not uploaded, stored, or sent to a server. This makes it suitable for users who want a quick grid tool without creating an account or sharing their images online.
Pricing
OnlineGridMaker is free to use.
