Hello.
I use Lubuntu 18.04 - faster, probably only DOS (с) 
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Installation of the OS itself and all the necessary licensed programs for creativity, probably takes no more than two hours, and everything is very easy ( or 35-45 min).
This is done using an automatic installation script - if you are a Linux user with experience, then you probably have it yourself.
For more help, see the header in the script. The best solution for poor artists, or loving of GNU (GPL), or economical people, or adhering to a principle of copyright (not pirates, or spiritually free people) - is KIT of all the necessary software for the studio and / or creativity of individuals, for $ 0, and without violating the Law.
Professionalism / level of the final product (quality), depends personally on your skill - in KIT there is no limit.
I wish you success in your creative work.