Economic Alternatives to Photoshop

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011 at 11:00 am

Adobe photoshop is undeniably a brilliant piece of software but the price is steep and often too much for people to fork out on. Here are some alternatives you can give a try, they may not have all of the Photoshop features but they will help you with basic image editing, and some even offer the advanced features of Photoshop.

Gimp

Gimp

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Top photoshop plug-ins

Thursday, February 17th, 2011 at 10:24 am

We’ve searched the internet to find you some of the top Photoshop plug-ins. Photoshop is an image editing software which can be used to touch-up photographs or create advanced photographic effects. Whether you’re an amateur photographer or experienced graphic designer, these plug-ins are useful for any level of experience.

Firstly, download Plug-in Switch, this will allow you to easily organise all of your existing plug-ins by enabling or disenabling them with a single click. This handy tool will help keep your desktop organised and tidy.

Photomatic includes eight different plug-ins in one. The G-Force plug-in creates traditional monochromatic grain effects, and Nightscope adds a basic night-vision effect to your images. Skygrad is for tinting the sky areas in your photographs; you can brighten up a dull-day or create an intense overcast effect.

Virtual Photographer is a free plug-in that can be used for creating a number of photograph styles. It’s easy to use and has a filter to suit every purpose.

Dreamy Photo is a simple little plug-in that gives your photo a soft-focus, dreamy feel.

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