AKVIS Charcoal converts photos into charcoal and chalk drawings rendering masterpieces as if created by the hand of an artist.
Version 5.5 includes 10 new presets, new Decoration features, support for more RAW files, and stability and compatibility improvements. Create exquisitely framed charcoals from your photos!
In Version 5.5:
The update offers 10 new powerful and versatile Presets that make it easier to apply the effect. Now the program contains 28 unique presets.
Now you can easily combine the Passe-Partout with the Classic Frame. The composite effect is available in
The new version allows to change the color of the Vignette effect: Decoration -> Frame -> Vignette. Add a touch of vintage chic to your charcoals!
- Different paths to save and load images;
- Support for macOS 11 Big Sur;
- Compatibility with Adobe CC 2021;
- Compatibility with Affinity Photo on Mac;
- Updated the Installation Wizard for Windows;
- Extended the list of supported RAW formats;
- Fixed bugs and improved stability.
In Version 5.6:
Upgrade Information:
The upgrade is FREE for recent buyers who purchased or upgraded AKVIS Charcoal during the last 12 months.
Check if you are eligible for a free update in the Customer Room or contact us at support@akvis.com.
If your license is older and is not valid for the new version, you can get the update for only $14.95.
You can update all your AKVIS programs to the latest versions for $39.95.
License Upgrade:
Level up your license to Deluxe or Business by paying only the difference in prices and get the premium features (including the Timeline option, Stroke Direction tool, and Post-Processing Tools) plus extra 1 Year of Updates for FREE as a bonus.
Learn more about update/upgrade options.
Changes in previous versions: