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Quickpages With
Photoshop Elements

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:25:45 GMT

Q: I'm new to Photoshop Elements 8 and wanted the program for digital scrapbooking. Can you give me any information on how to create a Quickpage? Thanks!

How do I select more than one layer in Photoshop 7.0?

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:24:02 GMT

Q: How do I select more than one layer in Photoshop 7.0? I have tried pressing shift and the mouse and also ctrl and the mouse and alt and mouse! but nothing

Meditation Helps With Photoshop Elements

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:15:25 GMT

How can you burn photos to a CD with Photoshop Elements 7 for Mac? Check out this link to see how the answer came to me during meditation.

Photo CD

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:59:41 GMT

Q: How can I make a photo CD from photoshop elements 7? I have about 80 photos I want to put on 1 CD. A: Hi Sally, Please post a comment to this thread

Remove Wrinkles With Photoshop Elements And Take 10 Years Off A Persons Age

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:42:54 GMT

You can easily remove wrinkles with Photoshop Elements and make them look years younger. But this tutorial shows you how to make it look believable

Add Borders in Photoshop Elements

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:07:02 GMT

Q: Hi, I need to add a 1px black border around screenshots and also a 3px red #FF0000 eclipse circle around links on screenshots. I have photoshop elements

Black/White with a Touch of Color

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:29:18 GMT

Q: If I have a color photo and change it to black and white but I want to leave lets say a flower in it's original color. Totally new to Photoshop.

Welcome Window Elements7

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:09:52 GMT

Q: Open welcome window there is no sign-in on the welcome screen and there is no way to get the work help without signing in.I tried Adobe help many times

How do I make eyes pop?

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:11:06 GMT

Q: I have worked on making eyes in portraits really pop. I can't figure it out. I know the look I am going for but I can't seem to accomplish it. Can you

How I Change Colors With Photoshop Elements

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:57:00 GMT

Daniel sent me an email asking about how to change the color of an object in a digital photo.

Here is part of his email which Daniel gave me permission to share:

Basically I want to be able to select a piece of clothing in a picture and proceed to change the color completely to any given color. I think the process might be a bit more involved then I think given that the pictures are taken out doors and there is lighting and shadows on the same piece of garment. Hopefully you'll have a good tutorial on how to go through this process.

Click on the link below to see the tutorial I created to answer Daniels question.

Re:Colorize Black & White Photos

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:37:40 GMT

Q: First off thanks for your previous reply Rick. Now this is my first attempt at colorizing the photo I posted. I'm having a problem on the right hand

My photos in the organizer have ?'s.

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:33:23 GMT

Q: I now know that my way of moving caused the ? mark to appear. Is it possible to reconnect all these missing files? Is it better to delete the organizer

Can't save crop opacity preference

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:07:50 GMT

Q: I like my crop shield opacity very dark--93+. But when I click save or OK the change only stays for that session and every time I open up PS I have

Been Busy with an Exciting New Project

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:36:03 GMT

I thought I better post an update here since I haven't been around for a while. I have been busy working on something for the website which has taken all my time. I don't want to reveal too much about it because I'm not sure if it's actually going to work yet. I will post here when I know more.
Take care,
Rick

Colorize Black & White Photos

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:20:26 GMT

Q: I want to start colorizing some old photos using PE8 for Mac. Is there an easy way to do it? I'm a complete novice at this. Thanks in advance. A:

How To Sharpen Photos Using High Pass Filter is Really Posted This Time!

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:04:46 GMT

Last week I announced a new lesson on how to use the High Pass Filter. Well it wasn't quite done yet, but this time it is, and it's a very useful technique to know.

Use High Pass Sharpening For More Control In Photoshop Elements

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:23:07 GMT

High Pass sharpening is one of the most popular ways of sharpening images with Adobe Photoshop Elements. As you will see it offers several ways to control the sharpening effect.

Remove Glare From Jewelry

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 13:46:48 GMT

Q: I'd like to know how to remove glare from jewelry photos. A: Great question Annette!If the glare is not too strong I would try using the Burn

To Remove Glare From Photos Using Photoshop Elements, This Works Like Crazy

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:38:54 GMT

In this Photoshop Elements tutorial I will show you how to remove glare from objects in your photos. A bright reflection can blow away important detail.

Pulled the Trigger Too Soon

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:41:00 GMT

Yesterday I sent out a feed suggesting there was an article about High Pass Sharpening.

Well, it's a work in progress that I did not want to go out to the feed yet, but I messed up and sent it by mistake. I know this wasn't the first time I messed up with my feed.

I apologize for the inconvenience.

Thanks to those who let me know it didn't seem right. With your continued support and feedback I'll eventually get it right (I hope).

Rick

From Old Scans to Layered Files

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:37:14 GMT

What started out as a question on how to make an old scan more readable morphed into a lesson about saving Layered files as comments were added. Click the link below to read the original question and the comments.

Save Layered Files With Photoshop Elements Learn How And Why

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:29:34 GMT

You should know how to save layered files and flattened files with Photoshop Elements so that you can work non-destructively and always have a backup file.

Longer Recently Edited Files List With This Photoshop Elements Tip

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:02:07 GMT

You can see the last 10 of your recently edited files in Photoshop Elements by going under the File menu. Use this tip for to see up to 30 of the last files you edited.

Old Book Scan Question

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:24:45 GMT

Q: I have a family book cover from 1852 that I recently discovered as part of my genealogy research. I'd like to somehow filter this scanned image so

Photoshop Elements Help - Questions and Answers

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 11:53:49 GMT

If you need Photoshop Elements help or if you have Photoshop Elements questions, this is where you can ask questions and get the help you need

How To Remove Pixelate??

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 12:23:13 GMT

Q: I have one photo with pixelate, but I want to remove it. Is that possible?? A: No, it cannot be undone unless of course the effect was done by

Change the Transparency Checkerboard with this Photoshop Elements Tip

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:16:20 GMT

The default gray and white transparency checkerboard that indicates transparent areas in Photoshop Elements can be changed to any color squares you prefer or even to a solid color.

Pixelate Part of a Photo With This Photoshop Elements Tutorial

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:12:28 GMT

You can pixelate a photo using Photoshop Elements just like you see in many TV shows. Use it to conceal a persons identity or to scramble any part of the image you want.

Pixels

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:34:43 GMT

Q: I want to able to see every individual pixel in a picture. I've seen people do it on TV and now I want to try. A: Sue, I liked your question so

Brush paths in PSE 7?

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 21:07:16 GMT

Q: I have been trying to follow this tutorial http://www.easyphotoshop.info/2009/11/05/create-your-own-social-networking-stitched-fabric-icons/, BUT i

Lasso Tool Trick With This Photoshop Elements Tip

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:55:51 GMT

You can use the Lasso tool and the Polygonal Lasso tool in Photoshop Elements in unison for making selections. This must-know Photoshop Elements tip is a real time saver.

My Zoom Tool Has Reversed It's Self

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:36:35 GMT

Q: I used to be able to use the zoom for zooming in and used alt zoom to zoom out. Now it has reversed it's self and I don't know why or how to get it

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Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:41:35 GMT

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Adding Music To Slide Shows

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:24:50 GMT

Q : When I try to add music to my slide shows, a message appears saying I am using the wrong file type. It mentions something about compression or

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Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:19:00 GMT

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Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:19:14 GMT

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Beginners Can Learn Photoshop Elements With These Video Lessons

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:17:04 GMT

You can learn Photoshop Elements at your own pace by watching these short video lessons geared toward beginners. A great resource for free help!

Create Glossy Lips With This Photoshop Elements Tutorial

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:40:06 GMT

Transform average lips to glossy lips with this Photoshop Elements tutorial. If you had known you were having your picture taken you would have put on some lip gloss.

Handy Photoshop Elements Tips You Should Know

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:41:03 GMT

Free Photoshop Elements Tips to help you get the most out of Elements. Tips presented in an easy-to-follow format.

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Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:51:05 GMT

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Adobe Photoshop Elements Can Dramatically Improve Your Photos

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:00:51 GMT

Adobe Photoshop Elements gives you the ability to make your digital photos look their best. You can fix most annoying flaws. Easy-to-use and powerful.

Making a Hazy-Text-Image Readable

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 12:03:58 GMT

Q: I have an image of a manuscript. However, what is written in it is vague. Please guide me through the steps in order to make it readable. A:

Change Opacity Of Your Active Layer With The Push Of A Button

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:59:56 GMT

You can change opacity of any active layer in Photoshop Elements without typing the percentage in the opacity field or using the opacity slider. You don't even have to click near the setting!

4 Characteristics Every Digital Photo Must Possess

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:47:59 GMT

My Photoshop Elements tutorial explaining how to use Photoshop Elements Automatic Color Correction options was published at the PhotoshopRoadmap site today.

The 4 essential characteristics of a pleasing digital photo are listed in the tutorial.

These are very important to know. Run through them in your mind every time you work on your photos in Elements and make sure you have them adjusted properly.

Learn About Automatic Color Correction In Photoshop Elements With This Tutorial

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:15:10 GMT

Automatic color correction is super fast and sometimes it does a spectacular job. We explore the options in this Photoshop Elements tutorial.

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Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:00:36 GMT

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Add To or Subtract From a Selection

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:28:12 GMT

My tip is about making changes to a selection. If you have something selected and you want to add to that selection you can hold down the shift key

How do I open my photos?

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:51:15 GMT

Question: I just bought Photoshop Elements. Can not get any photos to open that are already on my MacBook? They are in iphoto. Answer: Thanks for

Over-exposed

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:08:49 GMT

I used your info on under-exposed photos...no idea what I am doing but it worked! Thanks! I often find I have over-exposed photos and wondered if

Add White to the Bottom of a Photo

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:26:53 GMT

I want to put some type on the bottom of a picture over white. Is there a way to add the extra white to the bottom without covering up any of the