[the invisib1e hand]

I guess there's always the pencil and paper method.

Don't discount it -- all software does is automate it. Wouldn't be a bad idea to start with sketches even as you're getting to learn your software. I say, learn it, and then if it has limitations find something a little more sophisticated.

[Yosemitest]

My problem is, assisting with older parents, taking care of a garden, and just plan living, time is limited.
I do want to learn it, but I get tired easily, being diabetic.