Graphite

Graphite offers 2D tools for graphic design, digital art, and real-time motion graphics through a node-based graphics engine.

github.com/GraphiteEditor/Graphite
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About Graphite

Graphite is a 2D content creation tool for graphic design, digital art and interactive real-time motion graphics, powered by a node-based procedural graphics engine. It uses a fully nondestructive workflow combining layer-based compositing with node-based generative design. The project is available now in alpha, with photo editing, digital painting, desktop publishing and VFX compositing listed as planned roadmap competencies.

Pricing is not clearly stated.

Key features

  • Provides user-friendly workflows for vector, raster, and beyond
  • 100% community built and funded
  • Source code dual-licensed under MIT or Apache License 2.0
Best for: Budding artists and seasoned professionals seeking an accessible art and design tool

Graphite at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Details verified
Oct 22, 2026 · Official source
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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