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jredse saidThu, 06 Mar 2008 21:54:41 -0000 ( Link )

Has anyone used it? If so is it worth checking out? I have heard it is not that user friendly with a steep learning curve, is it worth picking up if I can already use Photoshop/Illustrator at a sufficient level?

Many thanks Jack

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  1. Andrew Brown saidMon, 10 Mar 2008 21:16:33 -0000 ( Link )

    Gimp is the poor mans photoshop. With the right training you can wield it just as good as Photoshop. I normally get frustrated and stop using it quickly though.

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  2. RAZIM saidMon, 10 Mar 2008 22:59:54 -0000 ( Link )

    The interface doesn’t have quite the same finesse that Photoshop has which causes you to revert back. If you don’t have access to Photoshop it’s a great alternative.

    For those wanting to get into graphic design as a career choice, employers will still require you are comfortable with Photoshop so I wouldn’t put GIMP on your resume, I doubt many would accept it as equivalent (or know what it was).

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  3. laurellion saidTue, 11 Mar 2008 01:22:48 -0000 ( Link )

    If you are familiar with Photoshop, yet want to try GIMP with an easier user interface that is similar to Photoshop… I would then suggest trying GIMPshop.

    http://www.gimpshop.com

    “GIMPshop is a modification of the free/open source GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP), intended to replicate the feel of Adobe Photoshop. Its primary purpose is to make users of Photoshop feel comfortable using GIMP.”

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