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Add text to your pictures, analyze colors, crop, transform, rotate or move anything in your pictures. Made for the Mac, Pixelmator takes advantage of built-in iPhoto® support and one-click access to iSight®. This user-friendly image editor has everything you need to achieve professional results.

• 130+ Filters and Special Effects - See results in real time choose from standard filters such as blur, sharpen and distort, as well as many unique filters like comic-style halftones, tile, kaleidoscope and thermal camera.

• Layer-Based Image Editing- Stack portions of your image on top of one another and quickly create layers from photos, selections and more. You can also blend layers, change layer opacity and add layer masks to hide portions of layers. Add images as layers via drag-and-drop.
  

• Color Correction Tools- 16+ color correction tools help you make automatic corrections with Auto Levels, Auto Color and Auto Contrast. Adjust hue, saturation, exposure, brightness, contrast and more.
  

• Add Text to Your Images - Create editable text layers and use the type tool to create your own invitations and logos.
  

• Select, Paint and Retouch Tools- 20+ tools, including crop, select, paint and erase help you enhance your images. You can also import and customize Adobe® Photoshop® Brushes, and graphics tablet support enables you to draw by hand.
  

• Made Exclusively for the Mac - One-click iSight® support takes your picture and adds it as a layer in Pixelmator. Access your iPhoto® Library, events, albums, Smart Albums and Pictures folder with the built-in Photo Browser. Supports Spotlight™, ColorSync®, Quick Look and many other Mac-only technologies, and takes advantage of Core Image and OpenGL®. Built-in Automator actions let you quickly enhance, resize and transform images with batch processing.
  

• Supports Popular File Formats- Export to 100+ file formats including PSD, JPEG, TIFF, PNG, GIF, PICT, BMP and PDF. Also supports Adobe Photoshop files with layers.

KEY FEATURES:

• 130+ filters and special effects
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• 20+ tools, including crop, select and paint
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• 16+ color correction tools
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• See results in real time
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• Layer-based image editing
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• Create editable text layers
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• Import Adobe® Photoshop® Brushes
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• Graphics tablet support enables you to draw by hand
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• Supports Adobe Photoshop files with layers
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• Photo Browser offers quick access to iPhoto® Library, events, albums, Smart Albums and Pictures folder
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• Use iSight® camera to add pictures to compositions
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• Includes Automator actions for converting, resizing, enhancing, adding special effects and transforming
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• Export to 100+ file formats
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• Save images as PSD, JPEG, TIFF, PNG, GIF, PICT, BMP, EPS, PDF and more.

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• Compress and expand archives
• Super-strong encryption security and password protection
• Self-healing archive creation protects againt data corruption
• Send and transfer via email or FTP
• Complete data backup management
• Integrated workflow features

• Automate repetitive tasks like data storage,compression, and sending/transfer.
• Archive directly to CDs and DVDs — large files will automatically span multiple disks.
• Find what you need quickly thanks to our Spotlight and Quick Look plugins.

• Email your information and attachments faster.
• Protect sensitive data.
• Conserve disk space.
• Maximize mailbox and storage capacity.

• NEW! Duplicate Folding = smaller archives
• NEW! Expand 7-Zip archives
• NEW! Expand segmented Zip archives
• Patented 24-bit image compression
• TIFF, PNG, GIF and BMP compressors
• Optimized compressors for PDF, MP3
• Re-compress Zips and MS Office 2008 docs
• Compress JPEG photos up to 30%
• Create StuffIt, Zip and TAR archives
• Fully compatible with Windows archives
• Browse archives without expanding
• Preview thumbnails of archived images
• Add, delete, and change files in archives
• Save searches with StuffIt Collections
• Expand encrypted Zip archives
• Expand 30 compression formats!

• Built in FTP, email and MobileMe file transfers
• Split files apart to fit email size limits

• NEW! Preview archives within TimeMachine
• Backup directly to FTP, your MobileMe iDisk, or to multiple CDs and DVDs
• Restore files to original locations
• Email backup activity logs
• Backup with admin privileges

• Strong 512-bit and AES 256-bit encryption
• Built-in protection against data corruption
• Encrypt StuffIt and Zip files

• NEW! Peer in archives with Quick Look plugin
• NEW! Browse archives in the Finder like disks
• Multi-processor and multi-core enable

• Modeling Using NURBS: Amapi Pro’s NURBS (non-uniform rational B-splines) modeling allows designers to create and edit complex surfaces and volumes in a unique user interface widely recognized in the industry.

• Explore Design Alternatives: The Dynamic Geometry palette allows you to navigate inside complex objects made up of several levels, or earlier design stages can be revisited for design alternatives.

• Full CAD Compatibility: Amapi Pro handles IGES, SAT, STL and DWG file formats which communicate seamlessly with 2D CAD systems for integration into the manufacturing process. Amapi Pro provides the link between the designer’s initial idea and the reality of the final project.

• Perfect Prototypes the First Time Around: Amapi generates watertight STL files, so you can quickly create plastic models of your design for rapid prototyping, facilitating the tooling process. Once your design is complete, you can build your prototype!

• Flexible interface with natural workflow.
• Intuitive, quick access to tools and options.
• Instant rich 3D visualization and manipulation.
• Modeling with NURBS surfacing, polyhedral box modeling, and solid modeling.
• Dynamic Geometry, fully editable construction history.

• Full NURBS and Polyhedral modeling engines

• Comprehensive curve and surface construction toolset:

• Hi-end modeling tools:

• Complete Assembly Toolbox:

• Measurements, advanced drawing assistants, printing module.
• Import / Export using EPS, OBJ, 3DS, DXF.
• Hi-end Import-Export using IGES, SAT, STEP, DWG, STL.
• Microscribe® digitizer integrated support.

• Complete artistic control. Sketch original art with a mouse or tablet, scan in existing art, or import artwork or graphics to get started. It’s easy with Manga Studio Debut!

• Design with attention to detail. Choose from over 2,300 professional-grade screen tones to add dimension, depth and character to your art.

• Invigorate your drawings. Easily color and fill your Manga or Comic using the integrated color set, advanced shading tools, and pattern brushes.

• Bring your Characters to Life. Pre-designed word balloons allow you to quickly add dialog to your creations.

• Apply special effects. Add focus and speed line effects in seconds to express motion or moods.

• Publish your work. Output professional quality manga for print or web in various file formats.

• Get fast results. Perform complicated tasks with a single mouse click. Double your productivity by reusing design elements in a flash!

New and Updated Features:

• NEW! Beginner’s Assistant and dynamic help. With Manga Studio’s built-in Beginner’s Assistant interface commonly used tool palettes and dynamic help are grouped together. Getting started has never been easier.

• NEW! Color Palette. Color your artwork using the integrated color tool set. Choose from preset colors or create your own and add custom effects to your artwork.

• NEW! Built-in Word balloons. Add word balloons with ease by dragging and dropping any of almost one hundred preset editable word balloons. Freely adjust the font, size, style and spacing of the text and add a curved or straight tail.

• NEW! Advanced Text Input. Manga Studio Debut now allows you to enter text directly on your page using a standard text tool. You can also quickly add special characters and with support for many characters such as Katakana and Hiragana, Manga Studio Debut is better than ever!

• UPDATED! More Screen Tones and Patterns. Choose from over 2,300 screen tones, a variety of special effects and comprehensive pen and brush tools, including over 80 customizable pattern brushes. Create and customize virtually unlimited combinations of patterns to create unique effects.

• UPDATED! Additional preset page templates. Choose from over 160 built-in page templates for your page or story, or add your own customized pages and save them as templates.

• Build and use page templates.
• Rough in your comic with penciling techniques.
• Work 100% digital, or use a combination of digital and traditional tools if you prefer.
• Work with layers, rulers, and panels.
• Add speech bubbles and sound effects text.
• Ink your work and add tones.
• Prepare your creations for print or Web.

Discover all of the unique capabilities of Anime Studio with this official guide book from Course Technology.

Anime Studio: The Official Guide Book, by Kelly Murdock, shows first-time animators, hobbyists, and digital enthusiasts how to create, render, and animate characters and even entire scenes that can be exported to various video, TV, and web formats for viewing and sharing.

Using clear examples and step-by-step tutorials to help you conquer each feature and new skill, the book includes instruction on:

• Managing and configuring the workspace
• Working with layers
• Using drawing tools
• Editing curves
• Working with bones
• Adding sound
• Rendering and exporting a final scene
• Importing and integrating 3D models and textures, video, and Photoshop files
• Adding special effects

About the Author

Kelly Murdock: Kelly has over 15 years experience in the computer graphics arena, especially in the area of 3D graphics. Included in the experience is a variety of tasks from high-end CAD product design and architectural pre-visualization to virtual reality and games. Kelly is best known for his international best-selling books on graphics including the 3ds max Bible, Illustrator Bible and Naked Maya. He also is the author to Poser 6 and 7 as well as Edgeloop Character Modeling for 3D Professionals. Kelly currently works as a freelance designer for Logical Paradox Design, a company that he founded with his brother.

Discover all of the unique capabilities of Anime Studio with this official guide book from Course Technology.

Anime Studio: The Official Guide Book, by Kelly Murdock, shows first-time animators, hobbyists, and digital enthusiasts how to create, render, and animate characters and even entire scenes that can be exported to various video, TV, and web formats for viewing and sharing.

Using clear examples and step-by-step tutorials to help you conquer each feature and new skill, the book includes instruction on:

• Managing and configuring the workspace
• Working with layers
• Using drawing tools
• Editing curves
• Working with bones
• Adding sound
• Rendering and exporting a final scene
• Importing and integrating 3D models and textures, video, and Photoshop files
• Adding special effects

About the Author

Kelly Murdock: Kelly has over 15 years experience in the computer graphics arena, especially in the area of 3D graphics. Included in the experience is a variety of tasks from high-end CAD product design and architectural pre-visualization to virtual reality and games. Kelly is best known for his international best-selling books on graphics including the 3ds max Bible, Illustrator Bible and Naked Maya. He also is the author to Poser 6 and 7 as well as Edgeloop Character Modeling for 3D Professionals. Kelly currently works as a freelance designer for Logical Paradox Design, a company that he founded with his brother.

• Create professional animations. Anime Studio combines cutting-edge features with powerful technology to deliver the most unique animation program for digital artists.

• Bone-Based Animation Technology - Using Anime Studio’s bone rigging system, you can add a skeleton to any image by simple point and click, then bring it to life!

• Ready to Use Content - Choose from pre-made Anime style characters or create your own using Anime Studio’s drawing and coloring tools.

• Import Your Own Artwork - Draw your own or import 2D imagery, 3D imagery or video files.

• Vector Graphics - Resize your images with no loss in quality using Anime Studio’s vector-based layer system.

• Intuitive Timeline - Anime Studio interpolates through your Timeline so you avoid the tedium of frame-by-frame drawing and save time.

• Audio Support - Add audio soundtracks to your animations. Anime Studio supports WAV and AIFF formats.

• Adobe Photoshop Integration - Import layered PSD files using a Photoshop plug-in that converts files to Anime Studio format, included free with Anime Studio Pro.

• Pen Tablet Support - Draw naturally with a pen tablet and recreate the sensation of drawing on paper.

• Publish for Multiple Media - Output your animations to video, TV, and web formats.

• Additional Professionally-Designed Content - Anime Studio Pro includes 22 3D objects, 24 2D characters, 33 2D props, and 24 sample animation files.

• 3D Capabilities - Turn your canvas into a 3D stage with X, Y and Z coordinates. You can import 3D files (OBJ) from Poser, Shade, Amapi and other 3D applications to use in your animations.

• Advanced Timeline Control - Fine tune your animations with powerful timeline controls, including onion skins, tweening, and graph mode.

• Professional Special Effects - Use built-in special effects tools on your animations, or add your own effects with Anime Studio’s powerful scripting capabilities.

• Additional Import/Export Capabilities - Import movie formats including AVI and QuickTime. Easily render stills of your animations and export as common 2D image formats or as layered Photoshop files.

• No Size Restrictions - Anime Studio Pro lets you create animations of unlimited length and file size.

• Audio Support - Add audio soundtracks to your animations. Anime Studio supports WAV and AIFF formats.

• Get Started Quickly - Tutorials direct you how to use Anime Studio’s powerful features.

• Speed Up Your Production - Draw once and reuse your digital design elements as needed in other scenes.

• Customize Your Workflow - Organize multi-step operations into one-click commands for instant results.