Pencil2D

Pencil2D is a free and open source animation and drawing program that lets you create traditional hand-drawn animation, such as cartoons, using both bitmap and vector graphics. It is described as easy and intuitive, and it is developed entirely by volunteers.

It suits beginners and hobbyists who want to try hand-drawn animation, and the project offers a user manual, tutorials and a built-in quick reference to get started. It is available for Windows, macOS, Linux and FreeBSD.

Highlights

• Traditional hand-drawn animation with bitmap and vector graphics
• Quick Reference Guide available from the Help menu
• User manual, tutorials and a community forum for questions
• Available for Windows, macOS, Linux and FreeBSD
• Community-driven project with translations contributed by volunteers