Welcome to GIMPers Anonymous!

Hello there. My name is Sam and I'm kinda in charge of the place. :D

There are two paths you can take in this conversion. Honestly, for those who photo edit regularly or who have been relying solely on PhotoShop for their graphic needs will soon see the light [aka legally free software that's just as good as the stuff you pay tons of $$$ for].

Do you want an experience that is similar to PhotoShop, but not pirated or illegal? And be part of a movement to advance open source software? If yes, follow me here. Let me WARN you in advance that it will not look the same and will not be the same exact thing.

Or do you perhaps feel that you can handle the real deal and make your transition into The Gimp? I chose this route because I did not know there was another way, but I'm sticking with The Gimp now that I realized that it works for what I need. It's just a matter of learning all the ins and outs. :D *hopeful*

Here is someone who successfully made the transition from Photoshop to The Gimp... well, GimpShop, but it's close enough. Check it out! :D

Still not convinced?
Read: GIMP vs. PhotoShop

One more link: http://www.gimp.org/tutorials/Draw_A_Paint_Brush/