Quick summary
iTag Graffiti is an AR-based app for iPhone that lets users paint virtual graffiti over live camera views. Created by James Hallewell (also known as graffiti artist JAMES AME / AME72), the app has surpassed two million installs and continues to attract new users. It’s free on the App Store and designed to make painting, practicing, and sharing street-style artwork easy and fun.
Key capabilities
- Augmented-reality tagging that overlays your artwork on the real world in real time.
- A variety of brush types, colors, and special effects for different graffiti styles.
- Simple, touch-driven controls built for quick sketching or detailed pieces.
- Tools to save, showcase, and share your creations with others.
Creator & background
James Hallewell — who performs and exhibits under the names JAMES AME and AME72 — developed the app to bring street art into a digital, low-impact format. The project combines his studio and graffiti practice with mobile AR to give both experienced writers and newcomers a place to experiment without spray paint or walls.
Suggested alternatives
- SprayCan AR — another AR sketching option focused on realistic spray paint simulation.
- Blurry Touch — Photo Effect (Free) — a lightweight alternative for adding photo-based effects and soft overlays.
- WallSketch — simple tagging tools with an emphasis on quick composition and sharing.
Getting started
Download iTag Graffiti from the App Store at no cost. Once installed, grant camera access to use the augmented-reality features, choose a brush and color, then tap and drag on the screen to paint. Save or export your favorite pieces to share on social platforms or to build a portfolio.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free