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Is it pointless to buy the Affinity Suite and try get it running on Linux? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
submitted 2 years ago by to c/linux@lemmy.ml
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For context, I want to teach myself Graphics Design as I had dropped out of college copule years ago for personal reason but still want to learn it.

I have heard from few people online that they have got Affinity running with Bottles or Wine. I really want to use less of Windows whereas possible but I'm unsure how well it performs on Linux and if there are a better alternative from Affinity and Adobe in general.

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[–] 8 points 2 years ago (1 child)

https://appdb.winehq.org/objectManager.php?sClass=application&iId=18332

Currently at bronze which means it at least starts up, but that's about it.

I still recommend GIMP 3.0 as it has made huge changes that vastly improved user workflow, such as non-destructive editing, multi-layer selection, lower clicks required for each action, etc. It feels much more modern now and non-developer user friendly.

Or you get a windows VM and run your favorite program in that. It works but has a slight performance decrease. You can disable internet access on the VM to prevent telemetry and spyware.

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  • [–] 4 points 2 years ago*

    The notes there say that everything works except that the canvas flickers. Sounds minor but probably makes it unusable. Probably best to install it in a Windows VM if you need it. The Affinity stuff is very good.

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