As the number of newly-diagnosed Coronavirus cases continues to increase, so do the strict orders to stay home. For some, this means an increase in free time along with a decline in disposable income. Across the photography community, multiple retailers, software manufacturers, teachers and more are offering discounts, extended trials or freebies to help pass the time and (hopefully) make your dollars go a little further in this time of economic downturn.
We`ve rounded up just a few of the offerings from around the photography world and are sharing some of our favorites below. Keep in mind not all of these specials are specifically made in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, but we`ve included them below, unaffiliated, to ensure as little goes unseen as possible.
This will be a living list, so as we come across more deals and freebies, we will be adding them to the collection, which is split into two categories: `Deals and discounts` and `Classes, courses and webinars.` If you know of any we`ve missed, please share them in the comments below and we`ll be sure to add them to the list.
Deals and discounts
Adobe
In addition to granting free access to its Creative Cloud suite for qualifying students and educators alike, Adobe is also giving everyone two months of free Creative Cloud to help creatives affected by the ongoing pandemic. PetaPixel has shared a thorough guide on how to get your two free months.
Affinity
Serif has increased the length of its free trial to 90 days (from 30 days) for its entire Affinity suite and is offering all of its apps, both desktop and mobile, for 50% off. This includes Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo and Affinity Publisher. Additionally, Serif has pledged to `engage more than 100 freelance creatives for work, spending the equivalent of our annual commissioning budget in the next three months.´ Serif says more details on that initiative will be announced soon and has in the meantime sh ...
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