Free Picture creating software

[lukevanoort]

Irfanview is great for working with. Although it isn't an all out image editor in its own right, I use it in conjunction with Photoshop and the GIMP. There is a plethora of plug-ins for it to do just about any filter, and, unlike GIMP, it has a very simple and intuitive interface. Besides that, for web purposes a good image optimizer is almost a necessity. I had one that I had on trial that worked well, but it is on a different computer in a different house, I'll see if I can remember what it is.

EDIT: My optimizer was xat.com's image optimizer tool.

[Ryan M.]

Inkscape is a great vector graphics program. Once you've made the image, you can export it to PNG for the web. (it may go to more... not sure.) It comes with tutorials to help you get started if you've never done vector stuff.

[RoboJedi75]

Thanks for all your suggestions. I've spent a little time with all of the programs and I currently like GIMPshop, it works perfect for my needs right now. Unfortunately, my project is on hold because of Final Exams but I'll have a lot of time over the summer.

Thanks again!