Adobe has announced three new applications for the iPad, designed to be used with Photoshop CS5: Adobe Nav for Photoshop, Adobe Color Lava for Photoshop, and Adobe Eazel for Photoshop.
The three new Photoshop applications can be used on your iPad, and each of these new applications uses Adobe’s Touch SDK, which is also available to developers.
“Our research shows that creatives are adopting tablets faster than any other group and we heard loud and clear that they want to use their devices to interact with Photoshop, the tool they depend on most of all,” said John Loiacono, senior vice president and general manager, Digital Media Solutions, Adobe. “The apps that we announced today show some of the creative ways tablets can work with Photoshop and over the next few months Photoshop’s vibrant developer community is going to dazzle us with innovative apps that further integrate tablet devices into creative workflows.”
Adobe Nav for Photoshop
Adobe Nav for Photoshop is designed to enhance the user experience by allowing users to customize their Photoshop toolbar on the iPad. This application enables users to select and control Photoshop tools, browse and zoom in on open Photoshop documents, and easily switch between them. This can significantly streamline the workflow for designers and photographers who often work with multiple documents simultaneously. For example, a graphic designer can quickly switch between different projects without having to go back to their desktop, making the creative process more fluid and efficient.
Adobe Color Lava for Photoshop
Adobe Color Lava for Photoshop allows users to mix colors directly on their iPad using their fingertips. This application is particularly useful for artists and designers who need to create custom color swatches and themes. Users can mix colors on the iPad and then transfer them to Photoshop CS5, providing a tactile and intuitive way to work with colors. For instance, a digital artist can experiment with different shades and hues on the iPad and then apply the perfect color palette to their digital canvas in Photoshop. This hands-on approach to color mixing can lead to more creative and unique results.
Adobe Eazel for Photoshop
Adobe Eazel for Photoshop offers a unique painting experience on the iPad. It allows users to create paintings using their fingers, with the ability to blend colors and create textures that mimic traditional painting techniques. Once a painting is complete, it can be sent directly to Photoshop CS5 for further editing and refinement. This application is ideal for artists who enjoy the tactile experience of painting but want the flexibility and power of digital editing. For example, an illustrator can create a rough sketch on the iPad and then refine it in Photoshop, combining the best of both traditional and digital art techniques.
These applications are not just standalone tools; they are designed to integrate seamlessly with Photoshop CS5, enhancing the overall creative workflow. By using the Touch SDK, Adobe has opened the door for developers to create even more innovative applications that can work with Photoshop, further expanding the possibilities for creative professionals.
You can find out full details of these new iPad applications, although they are not available in iTunes as yet. Adobe has said they are expected to be available in May. This release is highly anticipated by the creative community, as it promises to bring new levels of interactivity and efficiency to the design process. As tablets continue to evolve and become more powerful, the integration of these devices into professional workflows will likely become even more prevalent, making tools like Adobe Nav, Color Lava, and Eazel essential for modern creatives.
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