Using this color because black doesn't show up...anyway...I found these two applications on CNEt.com and thought someone might be interested. Updated version of Paint.Net now called PaintDotNet 3.0. Some new features include filters for blurs, distortion, twirl and a few others. Fairyy got me started on the 2.0 version and I wasn't exactly thrilled with that one but this new version is fantastic. Second one is Blender 2.46, Some may already have this but for those who do not should give it a try. There's a bit of a learning curve but it's fun. Both are free with no limitations. Hope someone can use 'em.