And you can also access tools to create outline areas for background effects (these tools are visible and active only when using either Sketch & Photo or Sketch & Blur mode). Another button activates the Stroke Direction tool.
In contrast, the Advanced editing mode reveals the full functionality of the plug-in. The Express editing mode (see Figure 2) provides a minimal set of parameters needed to quickly obtain results.
You can download a free 10-day trial version of Sketch 14 from the AKVIS site. Apart from Sketch, AKVIS also creates other Photoshop plug-ins like ArtWork, Refocus, Retoucher, Chameleon, MultiBrush, Enhancer, Decorator 3, Coloriage, etc. This new version of AKVIS Sketch introduces the new Timeline feature which creates stepwise, sequential shots.ĪKVIS Sketch 14 is from AKVIS, a company based in Russia that specializes in graphic programs. Add effects to your picture background and once the picture is converted into a sketch, you can further personalize the work of art by adding an inscription (signature). You can create realistic color or black and white renditions that imitate the technique of graphite, color pencils, charcoal, or watercolor. AKVIS Sketch 14 is a photo to sketch Photoshop plug-in that converts your photos into pencil sketches, watercolor paintings, charcoal art, and pastel drawings.