ColorPlus -- $99
If you haven't calibrated your monitor yet, you aren't getting the consistent results you need. What are you waiting for? The ColorPlus system in Figure F has made the whole monitor calibration process easy and affordable.

FIGURE F

A correctly calibrated monitor ensures better image results. Click picture for a larger image.

nik Color Efex Pro -- $99 for standard edtition
This set of filters for Photoshop and Photoshop Elements makes it easy to enhance and color correct your images. The standard kit, in Figure G, includes 19 useful filters for digital photographers.

FIGURE G

The filters in Color Efex Pro will help you color correct your images. Click picture for a larger image.

Photoshop Elements 3.0 -- $99
The new version of Photoshop Elements will keep all but the diehard pro photographer happy as a clam. Elements, shown in Figure H, now includes RAW file conversion and a revamped file browser.

FIGURE H

Photoshop Elements is an economical trade-off for the full version of Photoshop. Click picture for a larger image.

ProShow Gold -- $69
If you want to show off those photos but Granny doesn't have a computer, there's a solution. In Figure I is ProShow Gold, which will let you build a slideshow Ken Burns would be proud of, then burn it to a DVD, complete with menus, for display on computers or TVs.

FIGURE I

ProShow Gold will let you share your photos with others as DVD slideshows. Click picture for a larger image.

The sky's the limit
If money is no object, then you're sure to make a hit with one of these goodies. And, if money is no object, would you be interested in adopting me?

Wacom Intuos3 Tablet -- $329
Using a mouse for image editing is like painting the Mona Lisa with a crayon. Sure, you can do it, but it's not the best tool for the job. The Wacom tablet in Figure J has been the choice of pros for years, and the new Intuos3 tablet adds programmable keys and a better pen.

FIGURE J

Graphics tablets, like this Wacom, give you much better control than a mouse. Click picture for a larger image.

If $329 is too cheap, get the bigger size for $499, or really splurge and go with the Cintiq, with its own LCD to draw on, for $1900.

Epson 4000 -- $1800
Think bigger is better? You'll love the Epson 4000 printer. The Epson 4000, shown in Figure K, prints up to 17" x 22", has eight large ink tanks, and its beautiful output will take care of almost anyone's printing needs (and cover a fair amount of your desktop at the same time).

FIGURE K

The desktop real estate the Epson 4000 takes up is more than made up for by its 17" x 22" prints. Click picture for a larger image.

HP DesignJet 130 -- $1295
You want even bigger? Seen in Figure L is the HP DesignJet 130, which prints up to 24" wide and uses HP's new 6-color ink system for vibrant colors.

FIGURE L

The HP DesignJet 130 gives vibrant 24" wide prints. Click picture for a larger image.

Canon Pixma iP8500 -- $399
If your printing needs are more realistic, the new Canon Pixma iP8500 should fit the bill. Using the same 8-color ink set as the highly regarded i9900, the Pixma, in Figure M, throws in dual paper paths and double-sided printing in a smaller package.

FIGURE M

With an 8-color ink set, the Pixma offer double-sided printing. Click picture for a larger image.