Optical Tracing Drawing Board

The Optical Tracing Drawing Board is a creative breakthrough that merges traditional art with digital innovation — a must-have for artists, students, and hobbyists in New Zealand who want to make drawing easier, faster, and more precise.
Made from premium ABS plastic, this durable, portable, and lightweight board uses optical projection technology to project any digital image from your smartphone or tablet directly onto your drawing surface, allowing you to trace effortlessly and refine your art skills naturally.

Whether you’re a parent nurturing your child’s artistic curiosity, a design student learning proportions, or an adult rediscovering creativity, this board transforms how you draw. With the mobile phone holder included, you can load any photo, digital artwork, or sketch reference, adjust brightness, and start tracing. The image appears clearly on paper, canvas, fabric, or wood.

Available in several sizes — 6.5 inch, 9 inch, and 12 inch — it caters to all artistic levels and uses. The 6.5 inch version is perfect for portable sketching or classroom work, while the 12 inch board suits professional and detailed projects. Each version provides a crisp projection surface for precise outlines, making drawing simple even for beginners.

Unlike bulky lightboxes or expensive electronic devices, the Optical Tracing Drawing Board doesn’t require batteries, cords, or complicated setup. Its reflective optical mirror captures your phone’s display and projects it onto the drawing area without glare. This means you can use it anywhere — outdoors, in a studio, or at home — without relying on electricity.

The board’s material — scratch-resistant, transparent ABS plastic — ensures long life and excellent optical clarity. The mirror surface resists dust, fingerprints, and minor scuffs, ensuring that every line you trace stays sharp. The frame’s reinforced joints make it stable enough for long drawing sessions while keeping it light and compact for travel.

Inside each package, you’ll find:

• 1 × mobile phone holder (adjustable, fits most devices)
  
• 1 × optical tracing mirror panel
  
• 1 × support frame
  
• Assembly instructions
  

Together, these components provide a simple yet powerful setup that makes art more accessible to everyone in New Zealand — from Wellington classrooms to Auckland art studios.

The Optical Tracing Drawing Board isn’t just a gadget; it’s a bridge between technology and traditional drawing, helping Kiwis create with confidence and joy.

2. Key Points

• Premium Material – Made from clear, scratch-resistant ABS plastic, ensuring long-term durability.
  
• Three Size Options – 6.5″ (10 × 18 cm), 9″ (20 × 13.5 cm), and 12″ (26 × 19 cm) to suit any skill level.
  
• No Power Required – Works anywhere without batteries, cables, or charging.
  
• Easy to Assemble – Two quick setup modes for phone or tablet projection.
  
• Versatile Use – Suitable for sketching, doodling, calligraphy, tattoo designs, and fabric painting.
  
• High Clarity Projection – Reflective optical lens delivers bright, true-to-source imagery.
  
• Eye-Safe Design – Non-glare surface minimises eye strain during long practice sessions.
  
• Portable & Lightweight – Easy to carry for outdoor art, classroom use, or workshops.
  
• Multi-Surface Compatible – Projects onto paper, canvas, wood, or fabric.
  
• Eco-Friendly – Requires no electricity, reducing energy waste and maintenance costs.
  

3. Benefits

1. Perfect for Beginners and Learners

If you’ve ever struggled to draw accurate proportions, faces, or detailed outlines, this board removes the guesswork. Simply load an image, trace, and learn how to control your lines. Many NZ art teachers recommend it as a low-stress introduction to sketching.

2. Portable Studio Anywhere

Its compact design fits easily in a backpack or drawer. Whether sketching the beaches of Gisborne or drawing landscapes in Queenstown, you can take your optical board anywhere.

3. Teaches Observation and Control

Tracing helps beginners observe shapes and angles. Over time, your hand naturally learns to follow curves and dimensions accurately, improving freehand drawing skills.

4. No Screen Glare or Brightness Fatigue

The board reflects light softly instead of shining it directly into your eyes. Artists can trace comfortably for hours without eye strain — ideal for children or extended practice sessions.

5. Works with Any Image Source

Pull images from websites, social media, or personal photos. Draw your pet, family portrait, or landscape reference — the board projects it perfectly onto your drawing paper.

6. Suitable for Multiple Creative Fields

Use it for sketching, calligraphy, tattoo design, pattern tracing, painting outlines, embroidery preparation, and more. Many NZ craft stores and art tutors use it for multi-disciplinary creative workshops.

7. Safe and Child-Friendly

Made with rounded corners and non-toxic plastic, it’s safe for kids to handle. Parents can encourage artistic play without worrying about sharp edges or electrical components.

8. Low Maintenance

To clean, simply wipe the surface with a soft cloth. The projection mirror retains clarity even after repeated use, and the joints remain firm with time.

9. Encourages Digital-to-Physical Creativity

Kiwis often love blending technology with nature — this board captures that essence. It takes a digital image and transforms it into a tangible drawing experience.

10. Affordable Learning Tool

Compared to light tablets or projectors, it offers comparable functionality at a fraction of the cost — perfect for schools, beginner artists, and families.

11. Encourages Eco-Conscious Practices

Since it doesn’t use batteries or electricity, it’s environmentally friendly — aligning with NZ’s sustainability values.

12. Flexible for All Ages

Children can doodle and trace cartoon characters; teens can improve figure drawing; adults can perfect perspective or portrait outlines.

13. Enhances Artistic Confidence

Because the results appear immediately accurate, beginners feel encouraged rather than frustrated, building confidence to draw more often.

14. Promotes Hand-Eye Coordination

Tracing from reflection sharpens coordination — an essential skill not only for artists but also for anyone wanting steadier, more precise control over hand movements.

15. Ideal Gift for Creative People

For birthdays, school holidays, or art hobbyists, this tracing board makes a thoughtful, practical gift — especially appealing to NZ families promoting creative hobbies.

4. Why You Should Choose This

There are many drawing aids on the market, but few combine affordability, sustainability, and versatility like the Optical Tracing Drawing Board.

• Trusted Simplicity: No apps or calibration needed. Just mount your phone, project, and trace.
  
• Reliable Construction: Strong ABS frame resists bending and yellowing over time.
  
• Flexible Device Holder: Adjustable for multiple phone or tablet sizes.
  
• Broad Creative Scope: Supports illustration, design, and craft activities for all ages.
  
• Energy-Free Operation: Perfect for schools, workshops, and outdoor use without power access.
  
• Modern Learning Tool: Encourages self-paced learning and creativity in children.
  
• New Zealand Ready: Lightweight for postal delivery, portable for regional art events, and priced for practical Kiwi budgets.
  

For New Zealand classrooms and families focusing on hands-on creativity, this tool offers an innovative yet traditional approach that sparks engagement and confidence.

5. Conclusion

The Optical Tracing Drawing Board redefines accessible creativity in the New Zealand art scene. Combining high-quality materials, ease of use, and cutting-edge optical reflection, it empowers people of all ages to bring their ideas to life.

Its energy-free, lightweight design fits perfectly into NZ’s environmentally responsible culture. From Dunedin art classrooms to Hamilton craft fairs, it’s fast becoming a must-have for those who value creativity without complications.

This board is not just for tracing—it’s for learning, improving, and enjoying art. Whether you’re sketching flowers, tracing photographs, or outlining architectural plans, the Optical Tracing Drawing Board adapts effortlessly.

Durable, eye-safe, eco-friendly, and universally useful, it’s the drawing companion that turns imagination into reality—everywhere, every day.

Choose innovation. Choose sustainability. Choose the Optical Tracing Drawing Board — the simplest path to better art in New Zealand