Free Art Program?

I wanted to know if there was any good free software that was similiar to photoshop. No, I am not looking for anything illegal, I just want something more advanced than paint.

The GIMP is apparently very good for a free image tool, but I've never used it. Google it.

I'm having trouble downloading from that site. Any other suggestions?

yeah I can recommend the Gimp too, a very nice programm. i use it sometimes , and i'm very happy with it