PhotopeaEdit images and create graphics in your browser, with layers and selection tools.
Free core editor, supported by ads.
Design & creative
Krita
Free optionOpen sourceLocal
Paint illustrations and concept art with custom brushes and layers.
What you can use it for
Paint illustrations and concept art with custom brushes and layers.
- Customisable brushes for illustration.
- Free Windows, macOS and Linux desktop downloads.
Workflow coverage and comparison notes
Digital painting and illustration first. Additional comparison: Draw and export frame-based 2D animation with layers, onion skinning and audio. Replaces hand-drawn animation, not interactive HTML5 publishing, ActionScript, complete vector tweening or Animate file compatibility.
Before you switch
Painting-focused rather than a full Photoshop photo-editing or AI replacement. PSD fidelity not reviewed. No iPad or iPhone version.
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