Microsoft Expression Design was recently released as part of the Expression Studio package from Microsoft, that serves designing standards based on Web sites, rich user experiences on the desktop, or managing digital assets and content. Expression Design features dynamic live effects with expanded workflow, innovative vector drawing tools and non-destructive effects that you can apply to either vector or imported bitmapped images. You can read more about the application’s features here. Expression Design is avalible for  free trail download, or purchase Expression Studio for $599.