Graphics software for skinning

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hello there. I'm looking for ideas for graphics software for skinning.

I have an old 'borrowed' copy of PSP7 that is showing it's age and is less than stable. So I'm looking to go legit and buy/download a legitimate copy of a new photo-editing software I can use to work on Winamp classic skins. I've tried a few and my results were as follows.

Paint.net: I don't like the interface. It seems I have to move between tabbed windows to work on multiple images ( which I do a lot when working on Winamp Classic skins.

The GIMP: I can't work around it's interface Multiple windows

GIMPShop: I found it worse then PSP for stability.

I'd like to know some opinions and sources of decent photo-editing software. This is a casual enterprise for me , so Photoshop is a no go ( $1k ... no ). Details and linkage would be appreciated. Thanks.

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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Have you tried ArtWeaver?

http://www.artweaver.de/index.php?en_version

It's free.

Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I would recommend Paint Shop Pro XI, you can get it on Impulse.  :)

 

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Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I would recommend Paint Shop Pro XI, you can get it on Impulse.
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I agree, and , I know you said no, but Photoshop and PSP 10 are all I use.

Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top

You can have my copy of PS if you'd like...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

when its pryed from my cold dead fingers. ;P

 

Like ID said.. PSP probably best bet at a reasonable price.

Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top

PSP 10 seems more geared for photo-editing than skinning. PSP7 seemed more well rounded. Am I getting the wrong idea?

 

Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top

The Corel Draw series has become a favorite choice around the designs that come out as well.

Reply #7 from WinCustomize Forums Top

PhotoImpact is also a great skinning app if you can get used to the UI.

Has an excellent pen tooling section and a better bevel\ lighting engine than PS layer styles.

Reply #8 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Speaking of which I'm waiting for the boss at work to approve my purchase of Creative Suite 4 with cs4 from Adobe.

Thus the real way to go for the investment. Then the new Corel Draw Graphics Suite 4 to go along with that one and I'll be set to go - maybe - unless Stardock comes up with something new too!

But if your on a budget - go with PSP X2 and be happy with it - it is a very good program and will do most of what you want!

Reply #9 from WinCustomize Forums Top

corel paintshop pro,been using since it was jasc paintshop pro 7.

great tools and easier to use than photoshop.:thumbsup:

Reply #10 from WinCustomize Forums Top

How about Fireworks?  :D

Reply #11 from WinCustomize Forums Top

How about Fireworks?
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Whats the occasion? ;P

Reply #12 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting vStyler, reply 11

Whats the occasion?
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:X

Reply #13 from WinCustomize Forums Top

hmmm

I think  I'll do Paint Shop Pro...

 

Reply #14 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I did a walkthrough of PSP not too long ago.

https://forums.wincustomize.com/320295

For less than $100, it's a steal for the quality it delivers.

:)

 

Reply #15 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting Island, reply 14
I did a walkthrough of PSP not too long ago.

https://forums.wincustomize.com/320295

For less than $100, it's a steal for the quality it delivers.



 
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Yah I ordered it from Amazon ( it was cheaper than through Impulse thanks to the .ca to .us conversion)

Reply #16 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting vStyler, reply 11


Whats the occasion?
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There's a new Windows and OD coming soon.. ;)

 

But seriously, Fireworks is an easy to learn but very powerful tool for graphics. You should really try out the demo at the site of Adobe.