Which photo editing program should I buy?

[LSignal]

I love scrapbookmax, but I just need to do a few more things that I can't do in scrapbookmax.
1) I would like to be able to cut paper into more varied shapes, so that I can use zippers, etc.
2) I would like to be able to take advantage of the varied number of free templates that are posted.
3) I want something that doesn't have too steep of a learning curve.

I am not a designer, but I want more flexibility in working elements.

What editing program do you suggest?

[crops2dawn]

I personally like the Photoshop Elements, I have used the gimp too just as a starter. Elements can be tricky, but if you are willing to spend some time getting to know the program there is lots of tuts on line to get help with. I am sure other will give there opinion.

[Granny]

http://www.scrapbookmax.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6398

[Imforgven]

hi

I am just starting into scrapbooking, but I use ACDsee Photo Editor.. It took me a while to learn it but I know use it a lot..
I tried some of the other ones that give a free trial but I just could not get the hang of them..
blessings
imforgven

[AmeliasMuma]

I use Paint Shop Pro, but it is not easy on the learning curve. Lots of tutorials out there for it though.