Polagone - Visual Synthesizer
Design, Motion & Pixel Art
Free · In-App Purchases
Polagone is a visual synthesizer for creating generative motion, patterns and real-time graphics.
Build systems instead of drawing frame by frame.
Combine grids, shapes, colors, effects, animation, audio reaction and MIDI control to create visuals that constantly evolve.
From geometric motion loops to optical art, posters, VJ visuals and experimental design, Polagone transforms simple structures into dynamic visuals in real time.
Designed for artists, designers, musicians and visual explorers.
Features:
• Real-time generative design
• Audio-reactive & MIDI-controlled visuals
• Parametric grids and shape systems
• Motion loops and animation tools
• Vector, image and video export
• SVG, PDF, PNG, TIFF, MP4 & ProRes export
• External fullscreen output
• Works on Mac, iPad & iPhone
No subscriptions.
Just create.
more Fixed an issue with text rendering.
1.9.5 1 Jul
What's New in Version 1.9.4
• New: Use your own images as shapes! Replace geometric shapes with any image from your library to create unique and personalized artworks.
• Improvements and bug fixes throughout the app.
• Performance and stability enhancements.
Your feedback matters! If you enjoy Polagone, please consider leaving a rating or review on the App Store. Your support helps guide future updates and new features.
Thank you for your support and creativity!
1.9.4 20 Jun
Polagone 1.9.3 brings several improvements focused on drawing and image import quality.
• New Pixel Art drawing tools: Paint Bucket, Line, Circle, Square and Round Shape tools.
• Faster and more precise creation of pixel art and geometric shapes.
• Improved resolution for background images imported into projects, resulting in sharper and more detailed references. ( Special thanks to Gav for the feedback )
Enjoy creating with Polagone!
1.9.3 5 Jun
• New audio reaction presets
• New animatable text parameters
• Animate hue, gradients and text styling
• Performance improvements and bug fixes
1.9.2 28 May
Polagone 1.9.1 introduces new export options and visual improvements.
• New ProRes 4444 video export with transparency support — thanks Paul for the feedback!
• New Diamond and Zigzag color mapping modes
• Bug fixes and UI polish
• Improved stability and workflow refinements
Thanks for using Polagone — feel free to share your ideas and feedback for future updates.
1.9.1 19 May
Polagone 1.9 introduces new ways to generate visuals from images and live video.
• Fill grid cells with photos from your library or camera
• Use the live camera directly inside Polagone
• Pixels automatically adapt to the grid structure in real time
• Improved interface and workflow
• Bug fixes and performance improvements
Your feedback helps shape the future of Polagone — let us know what you think about these new features and what you’d like to see next.
1.9 16 May
• New Ripple Deformer
Add dynamic wave distortions and create fluid, organic motion.
• New Background Presets
Explore new ready-to-use backgrounds to enhance your visuals instantly.
• Improved Save Workflow
Choose between Save (overwrite) and Save As (create a new file).
• Now available on Mac (Catalyst)
Polagone is now available on macOS with the full desktop experience.
You don’t draw — you design the system
1.8 5 May
What’s New:
• Apple ProRes video export for optimal quality
• New Color Grading menu for precise color control
• Added Dither and Posterize effects
• Project organization with custom folders
• Bug fixes and general improvements
1.7 24 Apr
Text Layers — now part of the system
Typography enters Polagone.
• Add text layers to your compositions
• Select and use custom fonts
• Works with Multiply, Clone, Mirror and Pattern
• Compatible with all grids — including complex layouts like Macao
• Fully integrated in the parametric workflow
Text becomes part of the structure.
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New presets & editorial framing
Create faster, present better.
• Many new presets: icons, posters and covers
• New editorial frame to showcase your creations
• Designed to highlight your work with clean, ready-to-use layouts
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Gradients on shapes
Add more depth and nuance to your visuals.
• Apply gradients directly on shapes
• Local or global control
• Fully compatible with the parametric system
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Improved MIDI workflow for live performance
Polagone becomes even more playable in real time.
• Trigger project changes with a MIDI note
• Switch between visuals more easily during performance
• Better control for live sets, visuals and installations
• Animate the global BPM
• Assign BPM control to MIDI
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Create complete visuals inside Polagone
You now have everything to design full compositions without external tools.
• Combine geometry, patterns and typography
• Build posters, covers and visual identities
• Keep everything parametric and editable
From idea to final output — entirely in Polagone.
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Special thanks to Hiroshi for the valuable feedback.
1.6 16 Apr
MIDI improvements and fixes.
Better stability and minor tweaks.
1.5.1 3 Apr
Polagone becomes a true visual synthesizer.
Audio Reaction
Make your visuals respond to sound in real time.
MIDI Control
Play your visuals like an instrument.
Visual Synthesizer
Turn generative systems into live performances.
Performance improvements
Faster and more stable.
1.5 2 Apr
Text and audio-reactive features have been temporarily removed while we finalize them. They will return soon.
1.4 27 Mar
This update introduces new tools to push your creations further.
• New Multiply module with Pattern system — explore endless variations with simple, intuitive controls
Post-production effects:
Add texture, depth and expression to your visuals
• Grain – organic texture
• Risograph – bold, print-inspired rendering
• Spin Blur – dynamic motion
• Important fix for iOS 17 users (thanks Marc for reporting)
App Store reviews really help shape the future of Polagone — if you enjoy the app, please take a moment to leave a review.
1.3 25 Mar
Version 1.2 – Performance Update
This update focuses on performance improvements and stability.
• Faster rendering and reduced memory usage
• Better adaptation to the power of your device
• Improved handling of complex scenes
• Internal optimizations preparing upcoming features
Rendering improvements may slightly affect the appearance of some existing projects.
If you enjoy creating with Polagone, leaving a review on the App Store really helps support the project.
1.2 19 Mar
Polagone 1.1 introduces major workflow upgrades:
• SVG & PDF vector export
• 16-bit TIFF export for high-quality print
• Project Import / Export
• New Clone Array system
• New Drop Shadow effect
• External display full-screen (no UI)
• Performance and precision improvements
• Various UI refinements and stability enhancements
Thank you for your support and feedback.
1.1 12 Mar
Fixed an issue with text rendering.
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