Thank You so much to those of you that completed our Digi Class Survey, it’s great to see what you want so we can create the right classes for you!

It seems the main request was for Intermediate Classes. Our Brushes Introduction, and Sampler Layout are both Intermediate level. If you’re not sure about these, our Photo Editing Tricks is our beginner class.

In Photo Editing Tricks we show you the basics of Photoshop Elements and how to manipulate your photos. We also explain how and why the programs and tools work, giving you a great base to start using Photoshop or Photoshop Elements. It’s the perfect starting point, even if you know a bit about using these programs.

If you’ve not used brushes before, then our Brushes Introduction will open your eyes to the options and possibilities. Brushes are one of the most useful tools for traditional, hybrid, or digi scrappers, like die cuts or stamps to scrappers! Our next Brushes Introduction class is July 2nd 7-9pm.

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If you want a go at creating a digi layout, our Sampler class is perfect.

We create a layout from the beginning, not too complicated, you can always play around with it some more when you get home. The great thing about digital is you can always go back and change it, and save another copy! We build on all of the tools and techniques we introduce in Photo Editing Tricks and the Brushes Introduction class. Our next Sampler Layout class is July 22nd 7-9pm

If you want to start at the beginning with us then the Photo Editing Tricks class isthe place to start. Our next class is July 27th 10am-4pm

You can’t have too many brushes! Here’s some more that you might like,

• Swirls and Flowers
• Postage Labels
• Swirls

We’re planning our next digi classes, and to make sure we design classes that you want to take, we’ve put together a short survey.

If you are interested in our digi classes, please let us know what you want!

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We’ve added more Digi classes to the calendar, and don’t forget the Digi Diva course starting soon. We’ve also put some digi classes in during the day to make it easier for you to fit in, click here to grab your place.

We’ll be running this class on March 1st, 10am-4pm. Click Here to book.

In this all day session learn how to use Photoshop Elements to make the best of your photos. During the day we will cover:

• Healing Photos
• Resizing Photos
• Reshaping Photos
• Brighten Photos
• Darken Photos
• Create a Photo Vignette
• Correct Colour Casts
• Black and White Conversion
• Creating a Sepia Tone
• Duotoning
• Colour Popping

Attendees love this class, it’s a great introduction to Photoshop Elements. Join us for lunch, chat and an all day intro course.

Just a quick note to say we’ve got a few places left on our Photo Editing Tricks Class on Sunday.

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In this all day class we’ll teach you the basics of Photoshop Elements, explain how (and why) it does certain things, and show you how to create photo effects including vignettes, colour popping (spot colour photos), correcting colour, and converting to black and white.

We’ll also show you how to resize photos, and prepare them for printing at home.

It’s a great beginners class, the tools and techniques we show you are the core of using Photoshop Elements. A great starter to digital scrapbooking, and just as useful for paper and hybrid scrappers.

Grab your laptop and join us…

If you are interested in joining us at any of our Digi Classes, we recommend starting with this class to learn the basics that won’t be covered in shorter sessions.

We’ve had a lot of interest in our Digi Classes that we’re running, so I thought I’d post a few details here.

Photo Editing Tricks Class

• For the Photo Editing Tricks class we will be using Photoshop Elements. I personally use a Mac so that’s what I know, but there is not a lot of difference beteen the Mac and pc versions so if you use a pc it’s not a problem.
• We do not assume ANY knowledge of Photoshop Elements or Photoshop in the Photo Editing Tricks class. We literally start at the beginning which is one of the reasons why it is an all day session. We lay down really strong foundations for you to build on.
• We do ask that you have Photoshop Elements installed when you arrive. If you do not already have it there are a few options. Computer Tricks for Scrapbooking 2 has a free demo disc included. This would also be a great resource to have at home for after the class to jog your memory about things. You can also download a 30 day trial from the Adobe website.
• We can set up desktop machines as well as laptops if you need to bring your desktop.
• You will get the chance to work on some of your own photographs.
• The class starts at 10am, and runs until about 4pm. We do include lunch, and yes, you can shop in the shop during the lunch break.
• Spaces are limited in this class as we need to make sure everyone has space, and power! Please book early to guarantee your place.

Not Sure?

Not sure if you really want to do digi? Neither are we! There’s no need to abandon paper scrapbooking, and this class focusses on editing your photos, so that you can get them printed off and use them for anything. Not sure if you want to buy Photoshop Elements? Download a 30-day trial from the Adobe website, and use that during the class, you can make the decision afterwards if you like it.

January 18th 2009

February 22nd 2009

Digi: My First Layout

Digi: My First Layout Class

• We ask that you attend Photo Editing Tricks first to ensure that you know the tools and techniques that we will use in this class. As it is only a 2-hour session we won’t have time to cover the basics and finish the page.
• We will be using Photoshop Elements. I personally use a Mac so that’s what I know, but there is not a lot of difference beteen the Mac and pc versions so if you use a pc it’s not a problem. If you have Photoshop, the application will look different but you should still be able to follow the class.
• We do ask that you have your software installed when you arrive.
• You can complete the class in a number of different colourways, we have background ‘papers’ available in pink, blue, green and orange.
• We can set up desktop machines as well as laptops if you need to bring your desktop.
• Spaces are limited in this class as we need to make sure everyone has space, and power! Please book early to guarantee your place.

January 28th 2009 (Date Changed)

If you have any other questions, post them in the comments and we’ll answer them. Also let us know if there are any other topics / techniques that you want us to cover as we are still working on further digi classes.

We’ve got Digital Classes starting in 2009, in January we’ve got Photo Editing Tricks, and Digi: My First Layout.

On January 18th (10am-4pm), we are running Photo Editing Tricks. This is an All Day class, where I introduce you to Photoshop Elements, and show you how to improve your photographs. I have been using Photoshop for 10 years now, and will show you how to use Photoshop Elements to:

• Resize, Reshape and Heal Photos
• Brighten Photos
• Darken Photos
• Create a Photo Vignette
• Correct Colour Casts
• Black and White Conversion
• Create a Sepia Tone
• Duotoning
• Colour Popping

The All Day class session costs £40.00 and includes lunch. For more details click here.

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On January 21st (7-9pm) we are running Digi: My First Layout. This is a 2 hour session where we create a layout completely digitally. This is a great starter class for anyone interested in Digital Scrapbooking. Most of the techniques used in this class are introduced in Photo Editing Tricks, which is recommended before this fast paced session.

This 2-hour class costs £20.00. For more details click here.

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