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MyPaint vs References.Design

A side-by-side look at MyPaint and References.Design. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

MyPaint

MyPaint

Photos & Graphics

MyPaint is a free and open-source raster graphics editor specialized for digital painters. It has a focus on painting rather than image manipulation and uses a brush engine to simulate real media like oils or watercolors.

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References.Design

References.Design

Education & Reference

References.Design is a free online reference and knowledge sharing platform for designers. It offers a library of detailed articles covering key design concepts, processes, best practices, standards, techniques, tools, and more to help designers learn, get inspired, and level up their skills.

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