Nice ad put out by #TheOnion satirical newspaper, highlighting the issue of software as a service and software subscriptions. In case of #Adobe the livelihood of most creative professionals and artists depends on the monthly subscription. Sure software development has to be payed for, but users lack control on the price or features. The popularity of general purpose AI is set to introduce a similar 'license to operate' on broader society. Support #FreeSoftware for a way out software dependence.

🛑 Are you an illustrator, graphic designer, photographer or in any other creative field? 🛑
Do you require software to produce your work?

✨ Then I need YOU for my survey! ✨

Know somebody who fits this description? Then please share it with them!

For my post graduate degree I am researching software used within the creative industry.
I aim to gain a deeper insight into how individual users find, choose and use the software for their respective fields.

⏲️ The survey will take roughly 10 - 25 minutes to complete.

➡️ https://framaforms.org/usage-of-creative-software-1684242234

Thank you so much for your time!

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This is your irregular reminder #Adobe are fucking dicks:
https://www.vice.com/en/article/a3xk3p/adobe-tells-users-they-can-get-sued-for-using-old-versions-of-photoshop

> Adobe Tells Users They Can Get Sued for Using Old Versions of Photoshop

We need #FLOSS tools to get to the point where they can replace Adobe tools. The alternatives are great, but they are sadly not there yet to replace Adobe tools for professionals.

And won't be unless projects like @inkscape get enough funding to develop to a point of being viable alternatives.

Yes, it is in no small part about the money.