If you have been wanting to try out simple animation, render stuff in 3D or play with programs like Photoshop, here are some resources for you to try out without emptying your wallet!
Sketchup
"SketchUp is the finest (and most innovative) tool available for anyone designing anything from coffee pots to skyscrapers."
– McCall & Associates
Gimp
Gimp is pretty similar to Photoshop; you can edit photos, create art and do some cool effects!
Ulead GIF Animator
A program that lets you create web optimized animations. "Besides GIF, you can output your work as Flash, video." Cool stuff!
A great website to check out for reviews on everything from free programs, like those listed above, to laptops and TVs, check out CNet.com.
And if you'd like to try the Adobe Creative Suite programs and/or compare and contrast these freebies with them, but don't have the money to buy just yet, you can always get a 30 free trial (in case you didn't already know!)
Sketchup
"SketchUp is the finest (and most innovative) tool available for anyone designing anything from coffee pots to skyscrapers."
– McCall & Associates
Gimp
Gimp is pretty similar to Photoshop; you can edit photos, create art and do some cool effects!
Ulead GIF Animator
A program that lets you create web optimized animations. "Besides GIF, you can output your work as Flash, video." Cool stuff!
A great website to check out for reviews on everything from free programs, like those listed above, to laptops and TVs, check out CNet.com.
And if you'd like to try the Adobe Creative Suite programs and/or compare and contrast these freebies with them, but don't have the money to buy just yet, you can always get a 30 free trial (in case you didn't already know!)
Great resources, thanks Jen! :)
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