For video tutorial software, open-source options like Inkscape and Gimpshop are recommended, available on Sourceforge. Inkscape is particularly noted for its similarity to older versions of Illustrator and has extensive online resources. YouTube is a valuable resource for finding tutorials on various drawing software across different operating systems. For iPad users, apps like Inkpad and Procreate are popular choices for drawing, along with a demo version of AutoCAD. Overall, there are many free tools and tutorials available for both video and drawing software.