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Stijn Grooten

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Performance Arriving on the back of significant brush performance updates of the last few versions, Painter 2022 boasts up to 50X gains for enhanced brush technologies depending on the system being used. Several popular brush engines have seen significant speed improvements over the years. The M1 systems promise significant speed right out of the box, boosting Mac workflows in big ways. Painter 2022 overall brush engine performance is up to 4.7X faster on a Mac with M1 when compared to running via Rosetta 2, and is up to 2X faster on a Mac with M1 when compared to an Intel-based Mac. Finally, no matter the system being used, with the Brush Accelerator™ users can optimize Painter to take advantage of their computer’s hardware for the best possible painting experience. Versatility For years, Painter has been the industry choice for brushes that look and feel just like the real thing. From airbrushes loved by renowned artists for their variation in marks to expressive blenders and hyper realistic pencils, Painter’s artist-created brushes are versatile and gorgeous right out of the gate. The 2022 version ships with over 1000 brushes encompassing pens, pastels, chalks, oils, watercolors, Thick Paints, and a host of brushes found only in the digital world! Additionally, there are papers, patterns, textures to experiment with. Photo artists can benefit from superior cloning tools and AI styles combined with the diverse brush engine for a traditional or ultra-digital look.

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