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AKVIS Sketch XXI Taps Into New 'Artistic Algorithm'
31 July 2019
AKVIS has released AKVIS Sketch XXI, its photo to drawing software with a "modernized Artistic Mode," improved blur effects, support for more Raw files, improved stability and some bug fixes.
In Version 21.0, Artistic Mode has been significantly reworked, the company said:
The new algorithm provides improved processing of gradients and creates a more natural feathering effect. The hatching strokes are now generated in a more realistic way, giving an image a completely hand-drawn look. Also, it is now possible to adjust the brightness of original colors when creating color drawings.
The $72 software runs on Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, both 32-bit and 64-bit or Mac OS X 10.11 and macOS 10.12-10.14, 64-bit. The product is available as a standalone application and as a plug-in filter for AliveColors, Adobe Photoshop, Corel Photo-Paint and other image editors.
AKVIS Sketch XXI is available for download now. A free trial version provides 10 days of fully functional use.
For more information see the news release below.
AKVIS Sketch XXI: Major Update, New Artistic Algorithm
PERM, Russia -- AKVIS announces a major update of AKVIS Sketch, photo to drawing software. Version 21.0 offers the modernized Artistic Mode, improved Blur effects in the Background tab, support for more Raw files, better program's stability, some bug fixes, etc.
AKVIS Sketch is best-in-class software to convert digital images into unbelievably realistic pencil sketches, both B&W and color. There are two photo-to-sketch styles: Classic and Artistic. Each mode is equipped with dozens of built-in presets created by professional artists. The software meets different needs and different skill levels: users can choose between the Express and Advanced work modes. The program also provides versatile decoration options: adding a canvas texture, a text, a watermark, a picture frame, etc.
In Version 21.0, the Artistic Mode has been significantly reworked. The new algorithm provides improved processing of gradients and creates a more natural feathering effect. The hatching strokes are now generated in a more realistic way, giving an image a completely hand-drawn look. Also, it is now possible to adjust the brightness of original colors when creating color drawings. The pencil drawing effect has never been more realistic and impressive!
Also, the updated version offers the improved Blur effect in the Background tab, support for more Raw files, interface improvements, some bug fixes and stability improvements.
Download AKVIS Sketch XXI from akvis.com. For a free trial, AKVIS offers 10 days of fully functional use.
The software runs on Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 -- 32-bit, 64-bit; Mac OS X 10.11 and macOS 10.12-10.14 -- 64-bit. The product is available as a standalone application and as a plug-in filter for AliveColors, Adobe Photoshop, Corel Photo-Paint and other image editors.
AKVIS Sketch Home sells for $72. Deluxe and Business versions are also available for sophisticated users and commercial clients. Consult the official Web site akvis.com for more details about license types and prices of the product.
The update is free for users who bought Sketch in the last 12 months. Users whose licenses are older and are not valid for the new version, can get Sketch 21.0 for only $14.95.
AKVIS (akvis.com) specializes in the development of video & image processing software. Since the company's launch in 2004, it has released a number of successful products: standalone applications and Photoshop plug-ins for Windows and Mac.