Hi, I’m Eric Cai.I build thoughtful, local-first indie apps
Independent software maker behind SMC Studio. Obsessed with fluid ergonomics, privacy by default, and tactile interfaces—from ultra-fast photography tools to gentle paper-inspired coloring apps for kids.
Crafted Work
Picser
Fast, folder-native image viewer for macOS.
Browse local folders directly without heavy library imports. Supports AVIF, JPEG XL, HEIC, WebP & SVG with cursor-anchored zoom, P/X culling shortcuts, and detailed EXIF inspection.
SerenaPaints
A calm, joyful paper coloring studio for kids.
60 hand-crafted scenes across 8 playful themes with stay-inside-the-lines brushes and a personal gallery wall. 100% ad-free, offline-ready, with a simple one-time family unlock.
Studio Ethos
Simple
Uncluttered interfaces, direct workflows, and honest pricing—tools that respect your attention and creative flow instead of farming it.
Mindful
Local-first by default—no accounts, no ad SDKs, and zero behavioral tracking. Your photo libraries and kids’ drawings stay safely on your device.
Crafted
Engineered with care for instant launch speed, fluid interactions, and tactile ergonomics that feel right at home on your device.