Painter Essentials 4 is based on the world's most powerful painting and illustration software, Corel® Painterâ„¢.  If you want to do more than just edit and print your photos, Corel® Painterâ„¢ Essentials 4 is the ideal way to get started with digital art. Create a painting from a photo in just 3 easy steps. Sketch or paint on a blank canvas to produce an original image, and add creative elements to any digital project. With handy tools, brushes, paints and effects, you'll find new ways to work with photographs and express your vision.