Articles Index
Before You Buy a Graphics Tablet
Find out if a graphics tablet is right for you and learn which features to look for in the pen and tablet you choose.
Vector and Bitmap Images
Learn about the differences between the two major types of 2D graphics: scalable vector graphics and pixel-based bitmap images.
What is the OS X DigitalColor Meter?
The DigitalColor Meter is a versatile little utility app that comes with every copy of Mac OS X and gives you the power to find the color values of any item on screen.
How to Install and Use Plugins in Pixelmator
Learn how Pixelmator can be extended by installing and using plugins.
Colorate for Mac
Colorate is a free color scheme generator with some useful features for users of Mac OS X.
Corel Quicksort Free Picture Sorter
Corel Quicksort is a well-presented and effective free tool for viewing, sorting and sharing pictures, for both Windows and OS X users.
Overcoming Font Overload in Windows
Tips and suggestions for getting your fonts under control in Windows. Learn how to reduce font overload, manage your font collection, and troubleshoot font related problems.
Overview of Xero Freeware Plugins
An overview of Xero Freeware Plugins, a set of 42 effects filters for Photoshop and other plugin-compatible image editors.
Graphics Software on a Budget
Learn how to save money on graphics software by shopping for academic software versions and taking advantage of discount educational pricing for students and teachers.
What's the Best Photo Editor for Mac OS X
Asking which is the best photo editor for Mac OS X may sound like a simple and straight forward question, however it is a more complex question than it may at first seem. This article discusses the strengths and weaknesses of several options and should point you in the right direction for finding the best Mac photo editor for you.
Introduction to EazyDraw
EazyDraw is a reasonably-priced vector drawing app for Mac OS X with features that could make it ideal for some users.
Introduction to Cenon
Cenon is a free vector-based drawing application for Mac OS X. Cenon is a flexible drawing app with a number of interesting features. This overview of Cenon may help you determine if it is suitable for you.
Introduction to VectorDesigner
VectorDesigner is a vector line drawing application produced for Apple Mac computers running OS X. VectorDesigner will allow you to produce images that can be scaled up or down to any size without any loss of quality. This introduction to VectorDesigner will help you decide if it is suitable for you.
Introduction to DrawBerry
DrawBerry is a free basic vector-based drawing app for OS X that may be a good option for beginners.
iPad for Photography
More serious photographers, and those who shoot raw camera files, may be wondering if the iPad can fit into a raw photography workflow. This article discusses some of the ways photographers can utilize an iPad, as well as the limitations of the iPad for photographers.
Introduction to Pixelmator
Pixelmator is an attractive image editor for Apple OS X. Pixelmator may not be the best option for every user, but it's powerful feature set will certainly keep many image editor users perfectly happy. This introduction will help you decide if Pixelmator is suitable for you.
How to Use Photoshop Plugins in Irfanview
It is possible to use many Photoshop-compatible plugins in Irfanview, the free pixel based image editor. This tutorial will show you how easy it is to download and install the necessary plugins to make this possible.
Hugin Panorama Photo Stitcher
Hugin is a powerful free panorama photo stitcher that is suitable for beginners and more advanced users.
Auto FX Dreamy Photo
Dreamy Photo is a focused little application designed to make it easy to produce dreamy and romantic soft focus effects. Dreamy Photo can be used stand-alone or as a plug-in for Photoshop.
What is Auto FX Mosaic
Auto FX Mosaic is a free stand-alone program and Photoshop-compatible plugin which offers fine grained control over mosaic image effects.
Protect Your Photos from Disaster
When considering natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and fires, many plan to take their family photos with them. When the worst happens, this is often not possible. Now is the time to think about how to ensure the future safety of family photos — before it's too late.
What is Color Scheme Designer?
Color Scheme Designer is a free online application for quickly and easily producing harmonious color schemes. Color Scheme Designer offers several intuitive tools that allow you to produce color schemes based on one, two, three or four base colors.
What is Paintbrush?
Paintbrush is a basic image editor that may be viewed as a Mac OS X equivalent of Microsoft Paint or MacPaint. Paintbrush is designed to allow users to very quickly produce simple images.
What is Image Tricks?
Image Tricks is a fun and versatile free image editor designed to produce creative results on Mac OS X. Image Tricks encourages experimentation and offers the ability for a wide range of effects to be combined and applied to pictures.
What is LiveQuartz?
LiveQuartz is an image editing application for OS X that offers the power of non-destructive filters. LiveQuartz is a capable image editor particularly well suited for OS X users looking for a tool for working with their digital photos. The basic drawing tools also offer some flexibility to create more artistic results.