Review by Ivan W. Ong

Here is a gem of a sketching software that is super clean in design interface, highly intuitive and low resource consuming (Autodesk..please keep it that way!). I have previously been using Fractal Design Expression, but I really like this program. There are enough tools for executing sketches and drawings of great complexity. I wish there was more utility with handling the layers feature such as layers combine. Also, more options with the color palette like Correl Paint’s would be nice. Otherwise, a super nice program for beginners and light users. Wacom Bamboo pen response is very good for this kind of lower priced program (although it takes a bit of getting used to drawing and switching settings on the bottom left). The program allows the use of a mouse but you don’t get the pressure sensitivity and drawing precision it. I will be using it extensively for engineering sketches to communicate with my customers.

Sept 2010 update: Upgraded to Win 7 and this program does not work! Yikes. Can’t find much help on line on the Autodesk website. Sigh- I will miss using this!