Last 2 cents: I have to agree with JeffH about Photopaint. Painter may have better "Natural Media" styles, but it has a rather awkward user interface. PhotoShop has better masking but is a better "Photo Editor" than it is a "Paint Program". PSP has come a long way and it's "Tube" functions are quite nice, but it still doesn't match Photopaint for the combination of power and ease of use. - SMT

I'd rather stay in my lane than lay in my stain!