All the special event programs seem expensive, but they are Not, because there is virtually no learning time involved. One with little or no computer knowledge can run them in a few hours.
There can be no such programs far less expensive since the programing is complicated and in very special if all printers and cameras are supported.
You might look at "triprism.com" for the Mac. They sell the full version for $2000 but you are limited to 2000 prints. Afterwards you can buy additional prints. This way you could steart with less initial investment.
On the otherhand you could use PS. Many folks do so with good results myself included. I do have PC Pro but never use it, 'cause what I do is much, much better done in PS.
Take a look at the backgrounds on Murray Englander's Web Site. He was so kind to put them up in order that I can show them.
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Norbert
[ February 17, 2002: Message edited by: Norbert Bissinger ]