>>54639933based on what I've gleaned from people who make stuff for money talking about it, there's basic stuff like these browser image based programs and much more sophisticated programs that are a lot more involved and allow for a lot more control.
I saw great stuff awhile back and there are still people making melty weird crap. It's variable and depends a lot on what you're using and how well you know how to use it, just like anything else just generally easier.
