Micro$oft look set to take on the likes of Photoshop & PSP. They've released their ne app called Acrylic as a time limited Beta. It's free tp anyone with a M$ passport, so why not give it a whirl.
About Acrylic
"Acrylic" is the codename for an innovative illustration, painting and graphics tool that provides exciting creative capabilities for designers working in print, web, video, and interactive media.
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