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Image editing
PhotoCraft
If you use Photoshop
Work with images, layers and masks. Start with a copy of a small project.
Early alpha
macOS · Windows · Linux · Web build listed
INDEPENDENT ARTCRAFT GUIDE
ArtCraft.
Brandon Thomas.
A practical guide.
Brandon Thomas is the founder behind ArtCraft. Explore seven selected creative apps by task and development status, find official links, and export a starter list.
Two routes: the seven apps covered here cover individual editing tasks; the separate ArtCraft AI studio helps compose and generate images and video.
Independent guide · Official sources · Checked Oct 11, 2026
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01 / CHOOSE YOUR TOOL
What do you want to make?
Seven selected apps. Different jobs.
Find your starting point below.
The official lineup lists twelve apps as of October 12, 2026. This directory focuses on seven selected creative tools. For an image-editing walkthrough, use our PhotoCraft tutorial with tested sample files.
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Compare tasks and status, not tested performance. Use this directory to compare intended tasks, listed platforms and official development status. PhotoCraft and PdfCraft are labeled early alpha; the others are in development. Adobe names describe similar tasks. We have not tested feature parity, compatibility or production readiness. Official status ↗
Make a starter list in three steps
- Choose a task below, such as images or video.
- Save the apps you want to try.
- Download a TXT file with official links and a suggested test for each app.
No account or payment is needed for this list. The list is temporary. Download the TXT before refreshing or leaving this page; returning may not restore your choices. Official software and AI services have their own access requirements.
A listed Web build may require hosting; it does not confirm a ready-to-use online app. Check each official app page for access.
02
Vector illustration
VectorCraft
If you use Illustrator
Explore paths and shapes for illustration, icons and vector artwork.
In development
macOS · Windows · Linux · Web build listed
03
Video editing
FilmCraft
If you use Premiere Pro
Try a short editing project before moving a full production timeline.
In development
macOS · Windows · Linux
04
Photo library & RAW
LightCraft
If you use Lightroom
Explore a photo library and RAW development workflow.
In development
macOS · Windows · Linux · Web build listed
05
PDF workbench
PdfCraft
If you use Acrobat
Find the dedicated app for reading and organizing PDF documents.
Early alpha
macOS · Windows · Linux · Web build listed
06
Motion graphics & VFX
EffectCraft
If you use After Effects
Explore animation and effects with a small test composition.
In development
macOS · Windows · Linux · Web build listed
07
Page layout & publishing
DesignCraft
If you use InDesign
Try page composition for a document or publishing project.
In development
macOS · Windows · Linux · Web build listed
What is in the TXT? See an EffectCraft example
Each selected app includes its task, development status, official download page, GitHub repository and one suggested test.
EffectCraft Task: Motion graphics & VFX Official status: In development Official downloads: https://getartcraft.com/apps/effectcraft GitHub: https://github.com/storytold/effectcraft Suggested test (not a verified result): Does my test composition render correctly at the target size?
02 / THE PERSON BEHIND THE PROJECT
An engineer.
A filmmaker.
A tool builder.
Who is Brandon Thomas, ArtCraft’s founder?
Brandon Thomas identifies himself on GitHub as @echelon, an engineer and filmmaker, and founder of ArtCraft, Storyteller.ai and FakeYou. His profile links to the ArtCraft repository and his personal site, brand.io.
The useful distinction: the ArtCraft AI studio helps compose and generate visual work. The Crafting Apps cover individual editing tasks. Choosing the right project first saves a lot of confusion.
Find his profile & the repositories ↗03 / A LITTLE CLARITY
More ArtCraft guides
I WANT TO GENERATE & COMPOSE
ArtCraft AI studio ↗
Understand the image and video workspace, scene composition, and model costs.
Read the studio guideI WANT THE CODE OR AN INSTALLERGitHub & downloads ↗
Choose an official app page for installation options, or a repository for source code.
Choose downloads or source code04 / BEFORE YOU START
A few good
questions.
Is ArtCraft completely free?
The Crafting Apps are presented as free software by their team. The AI studio has a separate model and credits offering, including paid plans. Software access does not mean every AI generation is free. Check official pricing ↗
Can it replace my Adobe subscription today?
That depends on your workflow. This guide has not verified project compatibility, plugin support, color output or stability. Try a duplicate of a representative project before deciding. An early build is not a promise of production readiness.
Where should I download the apps?
Use the official product pages linked in the directory. They point to the launcher, standalone installers and repositories. A GitHub source ZIP is different from an installer.
Was ArtCraft built with AI?
AI-assisted development is part of the public discussion around the project. This guide does not independently audit how much code was AI-generated. It focuses on verifiable projects, official entry points and current development labels.
Is this the official ArtCraft website?
No. Craft Fieldnotes is an independent guide by SailToWorld. The official product website is getartcraft.com. We do not provide ArtCraft accounts, billing or software support.
Start small. Make something.
Pick one app. Try one project. Keep your originals.