GIMP – The Free Alternative to Photoshop

 

GIMP is a platform and tool that is used by graphic designers, photographers, and illustrators. Through many revisions in the website, it was improved into a simpler interface. Wilber, the mascot and GIMP, was designed by Tuomas Kuosmanen, also known as tigert, in GIMP on September 25, 1997. The Wilber Construction Kit, located in the GIMP source code as /docs/Wilber Construction Kit.xcf.gz, contains additional accessories that Wilber got from other GIMP contributors. This awesome software allows users to edit photos, create posters and images, and add special effects to words and much more. It is available to download with different processing systems like Linux, macOS, and Windows. GIMP is commonly used mostly because it is an excellent program that is comparable to Adobe Photoshop. The main benefit of Gimp is that it is cost-free. I enjoy how it is simple to use and allows for designing and editing.

How does GIMP look like in your classroom? Well, GIMP could be used to create media and art in the classroom. Students could really express their creativity through leveled activities implemented in your lessons. Some ideas could be poster making, creating 2D models, or illustrating a story. Furthermore, students can build their skills and learn the features of this platform. While extending their skills through technology, they could find an outlet to a whole different viewpoint of art.