I’ve spent weeks testing various tools and trying to figure out an easy way for non-Designers to create Infographics.
My criteria was that the process had to be easy and intuitive and it couldn’t cost an arm and a leg. This means Photoshop and Illustrator were out of the running because they are expensive in terms of learning curve as well as moneys.
I’ve tested several other apps. Gimp. Inkscape. And few that were so bad I’ve blocked them out of my memory.
Free At Last…
Finally, yesterday I’ve stumbled upon a cool little app called Pixelmator that was the answer to my prayers.
Comes with a 30 day free trial and I think it’s better than Photoshop simply because it’s easier to use than Photoshop. And at $29.95 this little powerhouse is most definitely worth it.
Note: I am not in any way affiliated with Pixelmator. I’m just a new fan.
So, there is my very first Infograph…whadaya guys think?
Nicely done Dino! Quick question, is Pixelmator for Mac only? Can you recommend any good PC options?
I really dont. I found Gimp and Inkscpae unintuitive. Photoshop and Illustrator are too expensive for a casual user. Bitmap perhaps? :-)
Dino,
Very good work, my friend! Love what you had to say.
I’ve not done an infographic before, so all good insight.
I’m not such the graphic designing wizard. Pixelmator is even mysterious for me. But I am learning a bit all the time. Someone bought me an Adobe Suite, so I need to scurry to learn so I can create some groovy stuff.
Love the R&D (Rip off and duplicate) funny…. ;)
~Keri