My suggestion (because it's so easy to learn):Originally Posted by Janherbergh
Wow... There's so much to try and learn
Go to http://www.nbos.com and download the free demo version of FM8. Then stay on the NBOS web site and click the menu option "Resources." Under "Items," go to page 5. Download the item near the bottom of the list "Fractal Mapper 8 Tutorial PDF - 18.38 MB." This is one of the easiest, fastest, best tutorials I've ever used. Work your way through it.
When you're done, if you think a cartographic program is the right thing for you but FM8 doesn't fill your bill, go to http://www.dundjinni.com and download the free trial version of Dundjinni. If that still isn't what you're seeking and you're up to a steep learning curve, go to http://www.profantasy.com and try the test version of CC3.
If you still aren't satisfied, then you probably need the GIMP (free), Paint.net (free) or Photoshop (very expensive).
In all cases, however, you'll get off to the easiest start with FM8 and the FM8 tutorial.
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