Krita is a free and open source digital painting software developed for art creation and 2D animation design. Originally created for the Linux platform, but now supporting multiple operating systems such as Windows, macOS, Haiku, Android and ChromeOS, Krita offers a rich set of features suitable for a wide range of users, from novices to professional artists.
Key Features
- Multiple Brush Types:
- Krita offers multiple brush engines that allow users to customise their brushes to suit different artistic styles. Each brush engine has a large number of setting options to meet specific needs, such as colour blending, granular effects, and more.
- Layer and Mask Management:
- Supports multiple levels of layer management, including raster, vector, filter and group layers. Users can easily combine, sort and flatten layers to keep their work organised.
- Animation Tools:
- Krita offers simple yet powerful animation features that support frame-by-frame animation, allowing users to import audio, adjust frame rates, and export their work to video or GIF format.
- Colour Management:
- Supports full colour management capabilities, allowing users to convert between different colour spaces and perform real-time colour correction.
- Customised Interface:
- Users can customise the tool panel (Docker) according to their workflow and save different workspace configurations for quick switching.
- Filters & Effects:
- Krita offers a wide range of filters and effects that can be applied directly to the image or used as a filter layer to help users achieve a variety of visual effects.
- Python Scripting Support:
- Krita allows users to extend its functionality using Python scripts to create custom widgets and plug-ins to meet specific needs.
- File Format Support:
- Krita supports a wide range of file formats, including PSD, TIFF, JPEG and PNG, for easy compatibility with other software.
