tedster - 6:39 pm on Jun 24, 2000 (gmt 0)

It really depends on the graphic demands of the client.

I've worked on some fine art sites, and I don't think any software except Photoshop could possibly have produced the needed results. Even so, I needed the HVS JPEG plug-in to get a small enough file size without sacrificng appearance.

PS is also required when the client supplies funky source materials. Photos with color casts and exposure/lighting problems just scream for Adobe's help. Having a good looking product shot can be criticial for online sales.

For animation, even though I think Ulead rules, nothing beats Photoshop's layers for pre-building the frames. Bronco-busting the GIF color palette is another shining
star in Photoshop's crown.