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Getting “Back to Basics”
Update: Jan 17
The winner of the free registration in Back to Basics is commenter #43, Helene R, who wrote:
I need Back to Basics because I really want to make a digital scrapbook but I really need help to get started!
Congratulations, Helene! Send us an email to claim your prize by Friday, Jan 20th.
On Wednesday, CK’s Deena Wuest shared a great technique for outlining using Photoshop. Based on your comments, you thought it was cool, too! Deena also offered a free Creating Keepsakes magazine subscription to one lucky commenter. The winner of that subscription is Margie S (Nihao, Cupcake!).
Congratulations, Margie S (Nihao, Cupcake!)! To claim your prize, send us an email.
We love it when you share with us via comments. It helps us get to know you better, learn what you’re doing and what you want to learn.
It’s clear that many of you are entering the digital scrapbooking arena for the first time. We know it can be intimidating with so many tools and techniques to master. In my beginning self-paced workshop, Back to Basics, I offer a painless way to learn while producing your own projects. In four fun modules, you’ll discover how to use quick pages, templates and digital kits, how to create your own templates and lots more.
To encourage you to get started, we’re taking $10 off our regular $35 price for this weekend only! The price goes back on Monday, so don’t delay.
We’re also giving away one free registration if you comment today completing the following sentence:
I need Back to Basics because…
You have until Sunday at 10pm to comment. We’ll announce the lucky winner in Monday’s post. (If you purchase the workshop and win, we’ll happily give you a refund.
Let’s Make a Class: From Mindmap to Curriculum
Last time, I shared my process for conceiving a new class. The mind mapping exercise was fun for my right-brain. Now it’s time for my left-brain to turn it into something I can actually deliver as a class. It’s time to organize those thoughts into a cohesive curriculum. That’s where we’re going next. (more…)
Let’s Make a New Class
A question I get a lot from both students and other designers is, “How do you create and organize a brand new class?” My reply, “It’s a mystery wrapped in an enigma.” (Insert your own version of a smiley or LOL here.)
Actually, I do use an organized process while still allowing myself the creative freedom to follow new paths that open up. I’ve been working on a follow-up to Collage 101 for several months. The hold-up hasn’t been the lack of ideas. It’s the lack of time that has put this pet project on a back burner more times than I care to admit.
I have to confess there’s an ulterior motive to my sharing the development of this new class with you here. If I move the ball forward to tell you about it, then the ball is…well…moving forward! Sound like a plan, yes?
Let me bring you up to date on where I am now. (more…)
A winner + A giveaway + A freebie
The winner of this giveaway is commenter #5, Christina. Christina, please send an email to renee@reneepearson.com and we’ll get you registered in the workshop.
Today’s giveaway is one enrollment in Laura Coyle’s Adobe Illustrator “Holly Shop” workshop. Leave a comment below and answer the following question. What illustrated shape(s) would you like to learn to make for your holiday cards and pages? (more…)
Holly Jolly July! Giveaway #2
Update: Congratulations to commenter #5, Julie! You’re the winner of this giveaway, enrollment in Molly Newman’s “DIY Family Portraits” workshop. Julie, please send an email to renee@reneepearson.com and we’ll get you registered in the workshop.
Today’s winner will receive an enrollment in Molly Newman’s “DIY Family Portraits.”Leave a comment below that answers the following question: What’s your funniest or favorite family portrait anecdote? Don’t have one? No worries. Just share whatever you’d like about taking family portraits. As before, comments will close at 12 midnight Eastern Time US tonight.
DIY Family Portraits by Molly Newman
For many families, it’s an annual ritual: Dress up, line up, and hold still for the annual Christmas card photo shoot.
This year, go beyond stiffly posed shots and create a portrait that captures your family’s unique spirit. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn the secrets of setting up a pro-level photo session. In DIY Family Portraits, you’ll see what makes a great family portrait and understand the pitfalls to avoid.
See you tomorrow!
It’s still Christmas in July! Giveaway #1
Update: Congratulations to commenter #3, Amie! You’re the winner of yesterday’s giveaway, enrollment in Tiffany Tillman’s “Holiday Templates Reloaded” workshop. Amie, please send an email to renee@reneepearson.com and we’ll get you registered in the workshop.
Christmas in July is almost over, but we didn’t want the “holidays” to pass without a few giveaways.
Today, one lucky winner will receive an enrollment in Tiffany Tillman’s “Holiday Templates Reloaded.” All you have to do is leave a comment telling us how you’ll use Tiffany’s workshop to get a head start on your holiday scrapping. Comments close at midnight tonight Eastern Time US. We’ll announce the winner in tomorrow’s post when we’ll also giveaway a registration in Molly Newman’s “DIY Family Portraits”
Holiday Templates Reloaded by Tiffany Tillman
Welcome to the template class for Christmas in July, a re-offering of the 2010 Holiday Templates workshop here at ReneePearson.com.
In this workshop, you’ll immerse yourself in the joys of template scrapbooking. From crafting signature looks to adding memorable photos, you’ll use templates to design a digital album featuring your best memories from the holiday season.
Good luck!