An open source creative directory
Looking for free, open-source alternatives to Adobe workflows? This independent directory helps you explore ArtCraft’s creative apps for image editing, vector illustration, photography, PDFs and motion graphics, plus other open-source tools worth knowing.
Explore the appsSix picks from ArtCraft’s official lineup
Below are selected open-source tools connected to the workflows people often associate with Adobe apps. Each card links to the relevant official project page or to our independent SolidCraft guide. Check the project status and official documentation before using any tool in production.
Workflow: Photoshop-style image editing
A free Photoshop alternative to evaluate for layers, masks and adjustments. Test layered PSD documents against your own requirements.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
Project status: Early alpha
Installers available
Explore PhotoCraftWorkflow: Illustrator-style vector illustration
An open-source vector illustration app built in Rust, with desktop and browser options.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
Project status: In development
Installers available
Explore VectorCraftWorkflow: Lightroom-style photo workflows
An open-source photo library and RAW developer designed to run on your own machine. If you need a Lightroom alternative, check its current development status and RAW support.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
Project status: In development
Installers available
Explore LightCraftWorkflow: Acrobat-style PDF workflows
An open-source PDF workbench for reading, organizing, combining, splitting and securing PDF files.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
Project status: Early alpha
Installers available
Explore PdfCraftWorkflow: After Effects-style motion graphics and visual effects
An open-source motion graphics and visual effects app built in Rust. Evaluate this developing After Effects alternative against the effects and workflows your projects need.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
Project status: In development
Installers available
Explore EffectCraftWorkflow: Word processing — not an Adobe app
Not an Adobe alternative
An open-source word processor built in Rust, included here as an additional document tool rather than an Adobe replacement.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Web
Project status: In development
Installers available
Explore WordCraftWorkflow: Open-source parametric 3D CAD
Parametric modeling for simple parts.
Windows, macOS, Linux, FreeBSD, Web
Explore SolidCraft guide →When comparing free Adobe alternatives or open source alternatives to Photoshop, check the workflow, platform and development status below, then review the official documentation for the features and file formats your work requires.
| Tool | Workflow | Platforms | Project status | Official app |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhotoCraft | Photoshop-style image editing | Windows, macOS, Linux, Web | Early alpha | Explore PhotoCraft |
| VectorCraft | Illustrator-style vector illustration | Windows, macOS, Linux, Web | In development | Explore VectorCraft |
| LightCraft | Lightroom-style photo workflows | Windows, macOS, Linux, Web | In development | Explore LightCraft |
| PdfCraft | Acrobat-style PDF workflows | Windows, macOS, Linux, Web | Early alpha | Explore PdfCraft |
| EffectCraft | After Effects-style motion graphics and visual effects | Windows, macOS, Linux, Web | In development | Explore EffectCraft |
| WordCraft | Word processing — not an Adobe app | Windows, macOS, Linux, Web | In development | Explore WordCraft |
| SolidCraft | Additional CAD guide — independent project — Read our SolidCraft guide → | |||
The phrase “ArtCraft Adobe clones” is commonly used to describe a group of open-source creative apps associated with ArtCraft that aim to cover workflows familiar to Adobe users. It does not mean that these apps are made by Adobe, officially endorsed by Adobe, or guaranteed to replace every Adobe product or feature.
ArtCraft’s official app directory currently includes tools for image editing, vector illustration, photography, PDFs, motion graphics and other creative workflows. This site highlights selected apps and links to their official project pages so visitors can check current features, platforms and development status.
This is an independent directory, not the official ArtCraft or Adobe website. PhotoCraft, VectorCraft, LightCraft, PdfCraft and EffectCraft cover workflows associated with Adobe products. WordCraft is a word processor rather than an Adobe alternative, while SolidCraft is a separate open-source 3D CAD project and is not part of ArtCraft’s official app lineup.
View ArtCraft’s official app directory
Source: ArtCraft’s official app directory. Checked October 24, 2026.
No. PhotoCraft, VectorCraft, LightCraft, PdfCraft and EffectCraft target workflows associated with Adobe applications. WordCraft is a word processor, and SolidCraft is a separate CAD tool.
Development status varies. ArtCraft’s directory labels PhotoCraft and PdfCraft as early alpha, and the other four featured ArtCraft apps as in development. Check the official app pages and test copies of important files before using them in production.
No. Adobe Alternatives is an independent directory. Use the official app links on each card for current installation options and project information.
No. SolidCraft is an independent project, not part of the official ArtCraft product line. The shared “craft” naming does not establish ownership or affiliation.