[ubuntu-art] Mandating usage of free tools.

[Smartboy]

On Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 12:04 PM, Cory K. <coryisatm at ubuntu.com> wrote:
> This is something I thought about before but was reminded of so here goes.
>
>
> I believe that *all* submissions for official art or projects under the
> art team be created with free tools.
>
> No more wallpapers done with Photoshop and the like for instance. All
> submissions done with free formats also. All images would be PNG/SVG.
>
> There's something flawed about promoting a free OS and creating it's
> look with another. (Win/OSX) My personal philosophy is "use the right
> tool for the job" and our tools are plenty capable.
>
> Might be a bit of zealotry but that's my proposal.
>
>
> -Cory K.
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I disagree. I think that if it works for you, why should you change?
Most people who use Photoshop do so because they are used to it, and
when they switch over to GIMP they can't create as good art because
they don't know how to use it as well. It could take them a while to
master the new tools. Is it really worth it for trying to contribute
to a free project?

If we restrict choice in this manner, I think the backlash will be
less art from "capable" artists (ie, professionals).

This is my opinion, take it with a grain of salt. ;)

Smartboy