Krita vs RetroSupply Co.

Krita is free, open-source software for digital painting and artwork creation, with tools for illustration and 2D animation. Its brush collection includes more than 100 preloaded options and over nine engines for customizing brushes. Animation tools support audio, onion skinning, extensive timeline frames, and export to video or still images. For color workflows, Krita supports ICC management through LCMS, OpenColorIO for EXR, HDR painting, and OpenEXR. It can open and save PSD files and uses SVG for vector work. C++ and Python plugins can extend the application; plugins distributed for Krita must use the GNU GPL, though creators may charge for downloads. Krita lists Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, but not iPads or iPhones. The maker says no registration or internet connection is required for use. The listed minimum RAM is 4 GB, with 16 GB recommended. Krita is free and open source, with no subscriptions or trials.

RetroSupply Co. sells digital creative tools, including brushes, textures, templates, fonts, and other assets for apps such as Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Affinity, and Clip Studio Paint. Listed brush formats include .abr, .tpl, .ai, and .afbrushes, and commercial licensing is available.

A free brush pack is available after entering an email address. It includes pencils, pens, markers, halftones, distressing brushes, and a layered paper texture, with support listed for Procreate, Photoshop, Affinity, and Clip Studio Paint. The Procreate collection includes brushes, textures, halftones, color tools, inking kits, and print effects. Its listed one-time price is 197.00 USD, but the collection page displayed it as unavailable. The collection covers current Procreate products, excludes fonts, and does not automatically include future products. Its page describes a 30-day refund policy, while orders discounted by 40% or more are final sale. RetroSupply also offers tutorials on traditional digital art and design styles, including mid-century illustration and vintage comics. Support usually replies within one business day.