CREATOR TOOLBOX

Tool: Inkscape Description: Inkscape is a Free and open source vector graphics editor for GNU/Linux, Windows and MacOS X. It offers a rich set of features and is widely used for both artistic and technical illustrations such as cartoons, clip art, logos, typography, diagramming and flowcharting. It uses vector graphics to allow for sharp printouts and renderings at unlimited resolution and is not bound to a fixed number of pixels like raster graphics. Inkscape uses the standardized SVG file format as its main format, which is supported by many other applications including web browsers.  Platform: Windows, Mac, Linux Download: https://inkscape.org/ Review: https://youtu.be/N_FbqpZ5MQY Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 3 Costs: Free

  Tool: Snapseed Description: Snapseed is a complete and professional photo editor developed by Google. Platform: Android, iPhone Download: ANDROID  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.niksoftware.snapseed&hl=en IPHONE  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619 Review: https://youtu.be/3fKt1YmrIjE Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 2 Costs: Free

  Tool: G'MIC Description: G'MIC is a full-featured open-source framework for digital image processing, distributed under the CeCILL free software licenses (LGPL-like and/or GPL-compatible). It provides several user interfaces to convert / process / visualize generic image datasets, ranging from 1D scalar signals to 3D+t sequences of multi-spectral volumetric images, hence including 2D color images. Platform: Website, Windows, Linux Download: https://gmic.eu/download.shtml Review: https://youtu.be/TSsGBCBc8MU Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 2 Costs: Free

  Tool: Photopea.com Description: Free online photo editor supporting PSD, XCF, Sketch, XD and CDR formats (Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Sketch App, Adobe XD and CorelDRAW). Create a new image or open existing files from your computer. Save your work as PSD or as JPG / PNG / SVG. Platform: Website Download: https://www.photopea.com/ Review: https://youtu.be/x_beOWXz5CY Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 2 Costs: Free

  Tool: Affinity Photo Description: If you could create your own photo editing software, it would work like this. Whether it’s quick corrections, delicate retouching, or immersing yourself in complex fine art with hundreds of layers, Affinity Photo has you covered. Platform: MAC, Windows Download: https://affinity.serif.com/en-gb/photo/ Review: https://youtu.be/5LntWFiW4V4 Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 3 Costs: One Time License Fee

  Tool: Krita Description: Krita is a professional FREE and open source painting program. It is made by artists that want to see affordable art tools for everyone. -Concept art -Texture and matte painters -Illustrations and comics Platform: Linux, MAC, Windows Download: https://krita.org/en/download/krita-desktop/ Review: https://youtu.be/RGEXN0DXNHg Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 3 Costs: Free

  Tool: GIMP Description: GIMP is a cross-platform image editor available for GNU/Linux, OS X, Windows and more operating systems. It is free software, you can change its source code and distribute your changes. Whether you are a graphic designer, photographer, illustrator, or scientist, GIMP provides you with sophisticated tools to get your job done. You can further enhance your productivity with GIMP thanks to many customization options and 3rd party plugins. Platform: MAC, Windows, Linux Download: https://www.gimp.org/downloads/ Review: https://youtu.be/X1iZH5_5XQk Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 4 Costs: Free

  Tool: Paint.Net Description: Paint.NET is image and photo editing software for PCs that run Windows. It features an intuitive and innovative user interface with support for layers, unlimited undo, special effects, and a wide variety of useful and powerful tools. An active and growing online community provides friendly help, tutorials, and plugins. Platform: Windows Download: https://www.getpaint.net/download.html Review: https://youtu.be/NgjOjf5Vg1s Ease of Use: Scale of 1 to 5; 1 being easiest, 5 being hardest 2 Costs: Free