Inkscape

Inkscape is a vector graphics editor for crating all sorts of illustrations. The benefit of vector images is that they can be rendered at any size without losing quality, unlike pixel-based (or “raster”) images. You can save images to the native vector filetype, SVG, and export those vectors to a specific size as a PNG file.

For those new to vector images, they can be to make once you get familiar with the system of producing them, and the flexibility of the image makes them particularly business-friendly, such as logos, product designs, and professional websites.

Useful for…

Pros

Deep and responsive, with options that cater to veterans and amateurs in vector drawing

Active, global community of users who discuss and troubleshoot

Smooth workflow with an adaptable visual interface of tools

Cons

Vector drawing can take some time to learn

Lacks some features of its paid counterparts like Adobe Illustrator (although there are things to like more, like quicker access to vector-based sketching)

Operating System

Any

Accessibility

Inkscape updates often include accessibility strides including zooming capabilities and alt-text creation, and the organization promotes a stance that SVG files themselves—highly adaptable on devices and assistive technologies—point towards better equity of access to image files.

Cost

Free