Graphite is officially available now in alpha, as a browser‑based application, offering a hybrid editing interface that merges classic layer tools with a procedural node graph powered by its proprietary engine, Graphene. Users can seamlessly switch between WYSIWYG layer editing and the node graph, with underlying operations mirroring between both views for a fully interchangeable workflow.
Free, open-source vector and emerging raster capabilities Released under an open-source license, Graphite is free to use and currently targets vector illustration and graphic design as its main alpha features, while also offering experimental raster support. The alpha can import, apply filters, and even supports a basic brush for raster drawing—though with limited functionality and known performance issues. High‑priority raster features like marquee selections and GPU‑accelerated rendering are already slated for later in 2025. Fully procedural content everywhere
At its core, Graphite treats all edi...
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