In addition to photo shop, is there any better software for making pictures?

PS

Adobe Photoshop, referred to as "PS", is an image processing software developed and distributed by Adobe Systems.

When it comes to drawing or design, the first software that appears in many people’s minds must be Photoshop. As the "big brother" of image processing software, Photoshop is involved in graphic design, architectural decoration, animation production and other fields. In terms of painting, PS has complete functions and rich brush types. However, the software requires a large amount of computer memory and requires high computer configuration. For novices, the function operations are more complicated and difficult to get started, so it is more suitable for professional designers and painters.

(Advantages) Full-featured, rich brushes, suitable for professional designers and painters;

(Disadvantages) High computer configuration requirements, difficult to get started, high genuine price, and many piracy problems ;

SAI

SAI is the abbreviation of the drawing software Easy Paint Tool SAI, developed by SYSTEMAX Software Development in Japan. SAI drawing is fully functional and highly user-friendly, such as the ability to rotate the artboard at will, flip the canvas, anti-aliasing when scaling, and powerful ink line functions.

SAI is relatively simple to operate and takes up very little resources, even an ordinary computer can run it. The disadvantage is that in terms of post-image processing, you need to use other software such as PS and You Animation PAINT (CSP) to adjust the post-processing; the file size is also limited, and large-sized canvases cannot be created. It is generally used for preliminary drafting, line drawing and coloring, and is suitable for novices who are new to board painting.

(Advantages) It is easy to operate, easy to operate and lightweight;

(Disadvantages) It does not support macOS system, has few functions and weak post-processing capabilities;

CSP / ?Excellent animation PAINT?

I believe many people have heard of CSP (Clip Studio Paint), a powerful drawing software. It can control whether it is illustration, comic drawing or animation production. More importantly, it can control There is already its genuine software in China - You Animation PAINT.

You Animation PAINT is the Chinese version of Clip Studio Paint. It is completely consistent with CSP in terms of software operation and functions. It has all the conventional functions required for drawing comics, illustrations and animations, and supports Windows and macOS systems. . It can be said that You Animation PAINT is a "comprehensive" painting software that combines SAI basic painting functions and PS post-processing functions. Its unique vector function black technology can effectively improve the efficiency and quality of drawing, making many cartoonists and painters put it down. You Animation PAINT can also export vector files and psd files, forming good linkage with PS, AI and other software.

In addition, You Animation Platform also provides detailed official tutorials and material resources. It is the only animation original support company in China that integrates tool provision, education and training, material downloading and work exchange** *Service platform. Currently, the software has two different versions: "Personal Edition" suitable for beginners and illustrators, and "EX Edition" suitable for advanced learning and strengthening, creating comics and animations. You can choose the appropriate version according to your own situation.

(Advantages) Supports win/mac system, high cost performance, complete functions and relatively comprehensive, and different versions suitable for new and experienced users;

(Disadvantages) CSP purchase is troublesome, excellent animation PAINT There is no iPad version yet;

Corel Painter

Painter is a well-known Canadian graphics and image software development company, Corel, for digital artists who desire to pursue free creativity and need digital tools to simulate traditional painting. A natural painting software developed by illustrators and photographers.

Compared with other drawing software, Painter is different in that its "Natural Media" imitates natural painting technology and simulates brush and paper materials of real painting scenes, forming its unique painting and modeling. The effect provides artists with great freedom in their creation. Painter is suitable for watercolor oil painting, illustration, concept art, etc. It requires high computer configuration and art skills. It is recommended for illustrators and artists who have certain art skills and are proficient in panel painting technology.

(Advantages) Imitation of natural painting, professional and powerful;

(Disadvantages) Difficulty to get started, few feedback channels;

ArtRage

ArtRage is a natural painting software that supports macOS, Windows and mobile terminals. ArtRage is very powerful in imitating natural brushes. It can imitate many strokes, including oil brushes, pencils, box pens, pastel brushes, oil brushes, crayons, etc. Although ArtRage is not as rich in brushes and functions as Painter, it is simple and easy to use, and it can also be drawn on mobile phones. It is suitable for users with average computer configurations who want to achieve a natural-looking painting style on their mobile phones/tablets.

(Advantages) Imitation of natural painting, multi-platform;

(Disadvantages) Many bugs, single function;

Krita

Krita is A free and open source drawing software that supports Windows, Linux, macOS and Android platforms. It can draw and produce illustrations, comics, vector graphics, animations, etc., and its painting functions are relatively comprehensive. However, compared with software such as PS and You Animation PAINT, it has fewer post-processing functions and is suitable for beginners who are new to board drawing.

(Advantages) Free, multi-platform;

(Disadvantages) Few post-production functions, working file format incompatible with other software;

OpenCanvas

OpenCanvas is a Windows system-specific drawing software mainly used for comics and illustrations. The software is compact, has a simple and clean interface, complete basic functions, and can make simple post-production tone adjustments.

(Advantages) Small and lightweight;

(Disadvantages) Only supports Windows systems, and there is no official feedback channel in China;

Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator, often referred to as "AI", is an industry-standard vector illustration software used in publishing, multimedia and online images. It is mainly used in print publishing, poster book layout, professional illustration, multimedia image processing and Internet page production. wait.

Unlike other painting software, the biggest feature of AI is the use of Bezier curves in its pen tool, which can play a great role in designing logos, pages, etc. However, if you need to draw, You Animation PAINT is more recommended, and You Animation PAINT supports exporting vector files and can interoperate with AI.

(Advantages) Good at logo design, illustration, and typesetting;

(Disadvantages) The genuine price is high, the computer configuration requirements are high, and a certain degree of proficiency is required;

Procreate

Procreate is an application designed for creative people to use mobile devices. It is an Apple Best Design Award winner and an App Store must-have application. It supports a variety of stylus and finger painting, and is equipped with a comprehensive brush library, 3D model drawing, page assistance, hand shake correction, painting recording and other functions. It not only has drawing effects comparable to those of computer drawing software, but also combines the convenience of touch screen with iPad screen, allowing users to create anytime and anywhere.

(Advantages) The interface is simple, easy to operate, and easy to get started;

(Disadvantages) Compared with computer software such as PS, it has fewer functions and currently only has an iPad version;

SketchBook

SketchBook is a natural drawing software. It is not only for professional design drawing, artistic creation, illustration drawing, but also for ordinary users to draw graffiti, sketches, and record ideas. It is suitable for Windows and Mac computers. Terminal, mobile phone & iPad and other mobile terminals.

(Advantages) Multiple platforms, recording creative inspirations, free mobile terminal;

(Disadvantages) PC terminal is charged, low cost performance, and there are few channels for feedback on domestic issues