I’ve seen friends experimenting with Topaz Simplify, so I tried downloading it to see what it was all about. I like how it makes pictures more art-sy, although I’m not sure that these are effects that I want to use very often. The cartoon and paint effects are a little over-the-top. But I did like the effect that turned this bird flock into what looks like a pencil drawing. It felt appropriate for this time of the year, with all the birds on wing as they migrate south. Hurry up and get here already!! :)
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