Pixia is a painting tool made exclusively for full color graphics.
Reviewing 4.70e (Feb 24, 2010)
The download link goes to the wrong app (Phierha, which is the Windows 7 version). The correct link is: http://www.ne.jp/asahi/mighty/knight/pix470ee.exe
Reviewing 3.1j (Jun 24, 2004)
If you need a painting tool that is freeware yet powerful, Pixia is for you.
pretty amazing program considering its free!