Subj : Photoshop rivals free update is a game-changer for VFX and 3D art
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Date : Tue Sep 19 2023 18:15:03

Photoshop rivals free update is a game-changer for VFX and 3D artists

Date:
Tue, 19 Sep 2023 17:01:35 +0000

Description:
Serif announces big free update to its creative software apps, including 
improved support for VFX, film, and 3D artists.

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Some big changes are rolling out across the Serif Affinity graphic design 
software suite - with one particular inclusion set to improve workflows for 
VFX and 3D artists. 

Affinity V2.2, a free update to Serifs impressive package, will now offer 
support for color management solution OCIO v2. The solution is already used 
by the likes of Adobe, Autodesk, and Krita - and its support across Affinitys 
creative package once again makes it one of the best alternatives to 
Photoshop . 

No, it doesnt mean Serif is releasing its own VFX software or 3D modeling 
software - however much wed love to see their take on those tools. Buit, 
according to the company, designers can now use config files including the 
more advanced features available in OCIO v2. And its far from the only new 
tools and QoL additions found in the creative suite. Whats new in Affinity 
V2.2? 

As the update name suggests, this isnt the first time the company has 
released a major update to the Affinity V2 package, which includes Affinity 
Photo , Affinity Publisher , and Affinity Designer - all of which reviewed 
Editors Choice awards after our reviews. 

Alongside OCIO v2 support, users will also gain access to across Windows, 
Mac, and iPad versions. These include new pixel brush tool keyboard shortcuts 
in Photo and Designer, as well as long-press shortcuts that will temporarily 
put users in the selected tool until the shortcut key is released. 

In its DTP software Publisher, users have the ability to add 
cross-referencing links and define custom text variables as fields, letting 
them add new fields and assign relevant values. 

For improved performance and productivity, both Designer and Publisher have 
received two new view modes, letting users view projects in greyscale or hide 
effects altogether. The company said this is especially important for those 
creating complex designs built with thousands of effects and layers. 

And this is just the tip of the iceberg for what Affinity V2.2 is offering. 
Check out the full list by clicking here . 

Once again were putting out a free update that continues making additions and 
improvements to some of Affinitys most popular tools and reinforces the 
constant optimisation of workflow for our growing number of users, said 
Ashley Hewson, Serif CEO upon the release. 

Tantisilingly, the company also revealed that the update comes as Serif works 
on plans to follow the anniversary with another huge update, which will see 
its product portfolio take a further ambitious step forward. 

The initial launch of Affinity V2 came in November 2022 - so users wont have 
to wait long to find out what these features might be. More from TechRadar 
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Link to news story:
https://www.techradar.com/pro/software-services/photoshop-rivals-free-update-i
s-a-game-changer-for-vfx-and-3d-artists


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