Creative Software Review Magazine

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In this issue, learn how to convert your photos into realistic hand-painted masterpieces!

The standard filters that come with photo-editing apps are no longer a match for the new breed of software that offer to 're-paint' your photos in the style of the masters. These don't just apply a quick overall effect to your images, they can actually paint with thousands of individual brush strokes in front of your eyes. Find out which of these programs will suit your needs, when we test a selection of the best! Software reviewed in this issue include...

ISSUE 1 : TRADITIONAL MEDIA



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GMX PhotoPainter
Corel Painter Essentials
FotoSketcher
Akvis ArtWork & Sketch
Dynamic Auto-Painter
PostworkShop Pro
Instant Photo Artist
Little Ink Pot Sketcher
Redfield Sketch Master
Virtual Painter
Topaz Labs Simplify
ImpressionFX Paint Engine
Alien Skin Snap Art
Digital Anarchy ToonIt!

Keep watching for more cool graphic software reviews in the next issue! Coming soon - how to extend Photoshop Elements. If you have any questions or feedback then please feel free to get in touch using the contact form, thank you.

Example images from the software tested for Issue 1. Watch the automatic mini slideshow. The first image shows the original photo, then the following pictures reveal a few of the effects...