PS elements was developed mainly to address the average "photo" crowd, you know, red-eye removal, adjust contrast, get rid of colour cast...

it might possibly do what you want, i've seen some pretty cool stuff done with it.
you can download a trail version from Adobe and give it a test-drive before plucking down any hard-earned cash.

be careful if you do find an eariler version of PS (ver6-7) off the net (ebay and such...), make sure the seller is willing to TRANSFER the license or you'll be screwed. you'll need the license ALONG WITH the serial number! 

The serial number without the license equates to warez (even if you have the physical CD)! 
i know some low-lifes try to sell off older versions of apps after they  upgrade to make a quick buck but there is only one LICENSE regardless of the number of upgrades. if they hold on to it, you've wasted your money.

:)
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