When the image is processed, the background will be blurred in a special way – it may look like a slight haze or be in motion, as if everything around is passing by like on a highway or the background can swirl like in a sci-fi film. For example, to single out one person at a party, you can draw a rough outline within the figure with the blue pencil, and cut off the background with the green (blur) pencil. These manipulations are easy to perform thanks to the Keep/Drop pencils.

It proves especially useful when the final drawing contains too many details on the background that divert attention. Put an accent to certain parts of the image by blurring the rest of it in an artistic way. Create a blend of a drawing and a photo imitate motion or add “time machine effect” by swirling the background. Some special effects included in the program can convert an ordinary photo into a piece of art. It allows observing the conversion of a photo into a drawing/watercolor in real time and even interrupting the process when the required result is achieved. The program works in an entertaining way.

Make any photo look like a B&W or color drawing, imitate the technique of graphite or color pencil, charcoal or watercolor painting. Upgrade for registered users is free.ĪKVIS Sketch is an award-winning program for conversion of photos into pencil sketches and watercolor drawings. The program is available as a stand-alone application, as well as a plugin to a photo editor. The new version includes a Quick Preview window that saves you time when fine-tuning the settings. The software converts photos to pencil and watercolor drawings. announces the release of AKVIS Sketch v.8.0 for Windows and Macintosh. The Photoshop Blog offers the latest Photoshop news and software updates, Photoshop tips and tutorials, and random thoughts from graphic artist and Photoshop expert Jennifer Apple.ĪKVIS Sketch Version 8 - Convert Photos To Pencil Drawings And WatercolorsĪKVIS Software Inc. Download any Adobe product for a free 30 day trial.

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