Topaz Studio, any one using this?

[rbiemer]

Just "heard" about this program, Topaz Studio, and the basic program is free and stand alone. There are a bunch of plug-ins that are free to try for 30 days and are also discounted now at about $140 for all of them.
I've downloaded the free program--haven't had time to try it yet--and am thinking about buying the "Pro" functions.

Any one have any experience with this company or program?

It appeals to me because it is NOT a subscription, cloud based program.

Thanks,
Rob

 

[zpuskas]

I've used Topaz for a few years with LR. They have good stuff and I bought a few of their stand-alone programs. I don't have much experience with the Studio, but it seems everyone is getting on board with a "complete package" similar to On1. Give it a try.

 

[Chriscrawfordphoto]

I've never used their studio program. I have used some of their plugins. The BW Effects 2.0 plugin, which is for converting color images to black and white, is one of the best BW conversion plugins for Photoshop that I have ever used.