Topaz (Page 2): I was fortunate to buy Simplify and Detail a couple of years ago, both at half price. Here is a topic I posted yesterday with some of my first attempts:...

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

I was fortunate to buy Simplify and Detail a couple of years ago, both at half price. Here is a topic I posted yesterday with some of my first attempts:

http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-389144-1.html

There is a huge amount of more subtle looks you can achieve with the programs as well, by adjusting sliders and opacity, and combining effects. UHH's Bob Yankle is a master.

bigwolf40 Loc: Effort, Pa.

jm76237 wrote:

I heard about Topaz Simplify for making photos look like paintings and drawings. Looks interesting, then was redirected to their other products. The whole Topaz suite is pretty expensive, but looks like some nice modules. Anyone have it and what do you think of it?

I have them all and like every one of them. If you sign up for their Webinars they show you how to use them and at the end they give a discount on all their products....Rich

davefales Loc: Virginia

I have the Topaz suite and use Simplify frequently to create paint effects (generally trying to keep it "light".)

A few weeks ago I downloaded the free Google Nik collection. http://www.google.com/nikcollection/ I now find myself using Viveza instead of Topaz Adjust. I think it's still free.

Crwiwy Loc: Devon UK

jm76237 wrote:

I heard about Topaz Simplify for making photos look like paintings and drawings. Looks interesting, then was redirected to their other products. The whole Topaz suite is pretty expensive, but looks like some nice modules. Anyone have it and what do you think of it?

Quite good but check it out free for yourself - Topaz give 30 days totally free trial of all their products on their website. They also do a trial of the complete bundle.
Also check out NIK which Google now give out totally free.

Steve_Williams Loc: Southern Illinois

I have had nothing but trouble since updating OS X to the latest version. I am currently downloading everything again in an effort to get Topaz to work as it did previously.

j22photo

i use several of the Topaz modules. work well (with LR), and if used in moderation, provide a wide range of edits. and not too expensive.

CraigFair Loc: Santa Maria, CA.

jm76237 wrote:

I heard about Topaz Simplify for making photos look like paintings and drawings. Looks interesting, then was redirected to their other products. The whole Topaz suite is pretty expensive, but looks like some nice modules. Anyone have it and what do you think of it?

I use DeNoise and Detail3 all the time and love them.
Craig

chasgroh Loc: Buena Park, CA

...yes on Topaz...you'll find your way, but it's all good...

peterg Loc: Santa Rosa, CA

jm76237 wrote:

I heard about Topaz Simplify for making photos look like paintings and drawings. Looks interesting, then was redirected to their other products. The whole Topaz suite is pretty expensive, but looks like some nice modules. Anyone have it and what do you think of it?

The Topaz collection is often on sale. Great package. I often reduce their effects to make them a bit more subtle.

warrior Loc: Paso Robles CA

jm76237 wrote:

I heard about Topaz Simplify for making photos look like paintings and drawings. Looks interesting, then was redirected to their other products. The whole Topaz suite is pretty expensive, but looks like some nice modules. Anyone have it and what do you think of it?

You can try free 30 days. If just starting "Adjust"

redhogbill Loc: antelope, calif

jm76237 wrote:

I heard about Topaz Simplify for making photos look like paintings and drawings. Looks interesting, then was redirected to their other products. The whole Topaz suite is pretty expensive, but looks like some nice modules. Anyone have it and what do you think of it?

i have the whole set that was available couple years ago which are 32 bit.. all the newer ones are 64bit, make sure to check if you only have a 32 bit machine!! { in case you did not know!!}

Lundberg02

I like Simplify, but haven't used Impression yet. You can do it in Photoshop or Painter, but Topaz is quick and easy.