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LeahWright
Style Addict (1476)
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# Posted: 12 Mar 2008 12:02
Ok , so I want to try some digital stuff but here's my problem. I have no clue what I'm doing and I don't even know where to start.
I downloaded the free trial of Photoshop Elements and have played in it a little but I am getting no where. I need a manual, or a how to, or something. My first interest is in learning how to edit photos with it, but I also want to start experimenting with digi/hybrid scrap pages.
Can anyone refer me to a book, blog, etc that will help a beginner? I know nothing about this stuff and just need a frame a reference to get started!
Thanks!
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divv
Big SIS (4529)
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# Posted: 12 Mar 2008 12:41
There are some webisodes with tutorials you can check out here. I have Photoshop CS2, so the program I use is different. But check out SISTV for the tutorials! :)
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amert
Stylin' SIS (203)
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# Posted: 13 Mar 2008 11:10
Here's a great site, it has program specific as well :D
http://www.digiscrappingtutorials.com/
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milkcan
SISter Elle (1945)
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# Posted: 13 Mar 2008 11:26
Check out the tutorials on the Scrapbook Dimensions blog too!
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putri
Style Maven (748)
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# Posted: 15 Mar 2008 03:54
Ok, this is PSE 4 but maybe it'll help you: video tutorial
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jencaputo
CosmoGirl SISter (67)
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# Posted: 26 Mar 2008 00:36 - Edited by: jencaputo
Also, check out Digital Scrapbooking TV:
http://www.digitalscrapbookingtv.com
It's a free video podcast full of digital scrapbooking tutorials!
And templates are always a great place to start for newbies, I have a bunch of freebies on my blog:
http://jencaputo.typepad.com
(click freebies on right right side)
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PetiteCheri
Favorite SISter (7770)
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# Posted: 26 Mar 2008 00:51
Check out Jessica Sprague's website. She has changed my life in terms of digital scrapping. I am currently taking a class with her on line and it ROCKS! (you can check out my gallery if you want)
She does Photoshop Friday's where she puts up new tutorials. Personally I recommend that you take a class with her. WELL worth it, FO' REALS!
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divv
Big SIS (4529)
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# Posted: 26 Mar 2008 03:01
Jen's templates ROCK! Check those out for sure!
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milkcan
SISter Elle (1945)
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# Posted: 26 Mar 2008 03:18
Also, the greatest Photoshop Elements book I've ever seen is Patty Debowski's "Digital and Hybrid Scrapbooking & Card-Making with Photoshop Elements." It is worth every penny and some more!
Here's a link to her site: LINK
It's completely comprehensive. It's in plain English. And, the photos are GREAT!
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cayla73
Favorite SISter (9113)
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# Posted: 26 Mar 2008 03:37
I started digi by doing Jessica Sprague's tutorials as well as a few challenges on various sites. I love Patty's book too. It's a great resource. And of course KA has a great webisode on making your first digi and hybrid layouts!
I use PS CS2, but if you have specific questions about PSE let us know! We'll hook ya up!
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jencaputo
CosmoGirl SISter (67)
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# Posted: 26 Mar 2008 11:27
Jen's templates ROCK! Check those out for sure!
Aww - thanks Divv! :)
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kaylaaimee
The Little One
Favorite SISter (5791)
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# Posted: 26 Mar 2008 11:52
Hey, you know what. Scrapbooks Etc magazine has a special issue that is GREAT for beginner and intermediate digi. It is seriously the best reference. I can't remember the name because I lent mine out, I'm sorry! But look for it at your local LSS or grocery store, I think I bought mine at Publix.
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Chreamps
Baby SISter (3)
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# Posted: 27 Mar 2008 01:25
Another great site for tutorials is Hummie's World. Just click on Tutorials up at the top. She has a lot in PDF format (free) and quite a few in video. When she does a new video she will leave it up for a few days before she moves it to the subscriber area. I've really learned a lot from her.
http://blog.hummiesworld.com/
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Candihearts
Haute SISter (956)
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# Posted: 31 Mar 2008 22:44
I'm just starting Digital Scrapbooking also. I have checked out creating keepsakes website and going to archived magazines there are tons of freebies on their website plus how to's.
There is also a magazine/book called Computer tricks for scrapbooking by creating keepsakes that has a lot of how to's
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sarahwilly
Fashion Plate (499)
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# Posted: 31 Mar 2008 22:49
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/tutorials/first_LO_ in_PSE.html
another sis told me about this one!
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jaimeyoung
Fashion Plate (416)
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# Posted: 2 Apr 2008 23:45
The new Sommerset issue is all about digital YAY! Also there is a magazine called Digital Scrapbooking that I subscribe to. www.digitalscrapbooking.com Also www.myscrapbookart.com in the forums are tons of ladies willing to answer any questions! :) Me included!
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tracinicole
Favorite SISter (16332)
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# Posted: 3 Apr 2008 00:00
Jamie can I say that your work has me almost convinced I need to try some digi!!! LOVE your gallery!
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divv
Big SIS (4529)
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# Posted: 3 Apr 2008 01:24 - Edited by: divv
Jamie is rocking!!!
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pascrapgal
Favorite SISter (9191)
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# Posted: 3 Apr 2008 01:38
Leah, welcome to the (also very addicting) world of digi scrapping! There are so many great suggestions here.
Just also want to mention the new digital scrapbooking blog right here at SIStv. I think you'll find some nice, easy to understand basics there - and there will be new tutorials each week as well. Just click on the "digital scrapbooking" link at the top left.
And I will echo the encouragement to just throw your questions out there and you will get wonderful SISters flocking around to help you out! :)
Jan
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kylissa
Model SISter (2236)
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# Posted: 3 Apr 2008 07:45
Jan- When will the new tutorials be posted? I am now completely addicted and my computer is filling up fast!! (Just this past week, I have taught two people at school how to create a LO in PSE 6.0!!)
LeahWright- Jan (above) walked me step by step through DIGI and is wonderful! There are so many helpful people on this site!!
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SassySasha
Favorite SISter (12745)
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# Posted: 18 Apr 2008 15:45
http://www.theshabbyshoppe.com/tutorials/first_LO_ in_PSE.html
another sis told me about this one!
I used that to do my first digi ever...
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Super_Cool_Stephy
Haute SISter (801)
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# Posted: 9 May 2008 09:55
I've heard a lot of good things about this book Digi Scrap by Amanda Dykan. You should check it out.
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Candihearts
Haute SISter (956)
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# Posted: 11 May 2008 16:53
I just got a book called paper and pixels and it has 10 digi kits in it. It is a little more advance but it shows not only photoshop but microsoft word ideas I enjoyed reading it as well
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