HueBuddy is an AI-powered tool designed specifically for artists who work with physical paints. The primary purpose is to help artists identify paint colours from images and suggest how to mix them using standard artist paints. Users can upload a photo or take one directly within the app, and HueBuddy will analyze the colours to provide accurate mixing instructions.

The key features include accurate paint mix suggestions based on image analysis, fast photo-based colour identification, compatibility with real paint colours rather than digital values, and a simple and elegant design interface. The app allows users to upload or snap photos of colour references, pick specific colours from images or use auto-analyze functionality, and provides precise paint mixing ratios.

HueBuddy works by allowing artists to upload reference images, then either manually selecting colours or using the auto-analyze feature to identify key colours. The system then calculates the exact paint combinations needed to recreate those colours using real-world pigments commonly available to artists.

The main benefit is eliminating guesswork and trial-and-error in colour mixing, preventing muddy results that often occur when artists mix colours without proper guidance. This saves time and materials while improving colour accuracy in artistic projects.

HueBuddy is targeted at artists and art students working with physical paints, specifically optimized for common artist-grade acrylic and oil paints. The app includes functionality to save favourite mixes to a personal palette for easy reference and is currently available as a free iOS application.