what is a paint of choice how do I use that
Please don't spam the forum by posting exactly the same thing multiple times. :P
For graphics programmes you can use whichever you want, you may also read thread (http://www.adventuregamestudio.co.uk/yabb/index.php?topic=32234.0) and try out some programmes and decide which fits you.
Please read the manual and the rules of the forums (especially the stickie threads on this forum). Most of your problems could be solved easily yourself without the need to ask. Moreover, the beginners' technical is not a place to ask for which graphics programme you should use.