What is Gimp?  GNU Image Manipulation Program.  In less than 5 minutes I had created a crude custom header for my Word Press blog.  I have never used a photo editing tool before other than free ones like Picassa!  I found this easy to pick up after viewing a few online tutorials.

Gimp is an open source photo editing tool similar to Photo Shop without the price tag.  There are currently over 20 individuals working and up dating the software.  I found it fairly easy to use.  I have never used Photo Shop.  I have no way to compare it.  I did a few searches on the web for tutorials.  The tutorials were awesome.

Give this software a try!  http://www.gimp.org/ This is the official GIMP web site. It contains information about downloading, installing, using, and enhancing it. This site also serves as a distribution point for the latest releases.  Grab a properly chilled beverage and enjoy.