01 · I edit layered imagesEarly alpha
Image editor
PhotoCraft
Closest to Photoshop
Layer-based image editing, retouching and PSD exploration.
Choose by workflow · 7 open-source apps
Which ArtCraft app fits your workflow?
Start with the Adobe app or creative task you already know. We will show you the closest open-source project, what it is useful for today, and what to check before you switch.
Last updated: 2026-10-11
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Start with the Adobe app you use today.
Four apps have full guides. The other three link to their official pages until we can publish equally useful, sourced guidance.
02 · I draw vector artworkAlpha
Vector illustration
VectorCraft
Closest to Illustrator
SVG artwork, icons, posters and everyday vector drawing.
03 · I edit videoAlpha
Video editor
FilmCraft
Closest to Premiere Pro
Independent edits, short-form projects, color work and open-source video experiments.
04 · I organize and develop photosAlpha
Photo library and RAW developer
LightCraft
Closest to Lightroom
Local photo organization, culling and non-destructive RAW development.
05 · I work with PDFsEarly alpha
PDF workbench
PdfCraft
Closest to Acrobat
Reading, organizing, combining, splitting and securing PDF files.
06 · I create motion graphicsIn development
Motion graphics and VFX
EffectCraft
Closest to After Effects
Exploring open-source motion graphics and visual-effects workflows.
07 · I lay out pagesIn development
Page layout and publishing
DesignCraft
Closest to InDesign
Exploring open-source page layout and publishing workflows.
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Compare releases and platforms.
Alpha software can be useful, but it still deserves a test with copies of your own files.
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| App | Adobe workflow | Category | Status | Release | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhotoCraft | Photoshop | Image editor | Early alpha | 0.5.0 | macOS · Windows · Linux · Web |
| VectorCraft | Illustrator | Vector illustration | Alpha | 0.7.0 | macOS · Windows · Linux · Web |
| FilmCraft | Premiere Pro | Video editor | Alpha | 0.4.0 | macOS · Windows · Linux |
| LightCraft | Lightroom | Photo library and RAW developer | Alpha | 0.4.0 | macOS · Windows · Linux · Web |
| PdfCraft | Acrobat | PDF workbench | Early alpha | Not verified | macOS · Windows · Linux · Web |
| EffectCraft | After Effects | Motion graphics and VFX | In development | Not verified | macOS · Windows · Linux · Web |
| DesignCraft | InDesign | Page layout and publishing | In development | Not verified | macOS · Windows · Linux · Web |
Release and platform details come from the official ArtCraft pages and repositories. They describe availability, not independently tested production readiness.
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Sources
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- 01Crafting Apps: open-source creative tools — ArtCraft
official page · Accessed 2026-10-11