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Open-source image editor gets Smart Object-like link layers, plus a new Vibrance filter, and better interoperability with Photoshop.

Monday, March 16th, 2026

Improve your composition and Photoshop workflow with The Gnomon Workshop's masterclass in character and environment design.

Saturday, March 7th, 2026

Check out the new features in the image-editing software, including wider use of Adobe's new Firefly Fill and Expand AI model.

Monday, March 2nd, 2026

Motion design app is the 'missing piece' of Canva's Affinity design software, now available free. Read our FAQs on what it means for users.

Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

Check out the latest features in the image-editing software, including two new adjustment layer types and updates to the generative AI tools.

Wednesday, January 28th, 2026

Latest update to the image-editing and digital painting software adds the option to choose new third-party AI models for Generative Fill.

Thursday, December 18th, 2025

Create a portfolio-worthy matte painting in Photoshop, Nuke and Blender with The Gnomon Workshop's new masterclass.

Saturday, December 6th, 2025

Find great seasonal discounts on CG software, hardware and assets. Deals available in January include 3DCoat, 3D Scan Store, CGTrader.

Friday, November 28th, 2025

New all-in-one application Affinity by Canva combines capabilities from Affinity Photo, Designer and Publisher for pro graphics work.

Friday, October 31st, 2025

Major update adds AI compositing system Harmonize, and an image upscaler powered by Topaz Labs' AI models. See all the new features.

Tuesday, October 28th, 2025

Check out our list of CG tools that can - or soon will - harness the Snapdragon processors in Copilot+ PCs, from Affinity Photo to ZBrush.

Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

The iPad editions of the image-editing, vector design and page layout tools are currently available with no in-app purchase needed.

Sunday, October 12th, 2025

New $900 14-inch Android tablet works as both a standalone drawing tablet - and potentially, as a wireless pen display, for both 2D and 3D art.

Saturday, October 4th, 2025