Expressions of interest for a Photoshop demo at Birddogs

[Matt. K]

Currently thinking of running a demonstration of Photoshop covering all of the tools and their functions. Simple tool presets, simple actions, simple batch processes etc. This would be run from a single PC and projected onto a screen at Birddogs one Saturday morning to be yet nominated. Session would last for about 2 hours and end by demonstrating the enhancement of an image to the printing stage. Image would then be printed for inspection. Please reply via this forum thread if you are interested. The demo would be for those who are curious or contemplating the purchase of Photoshop, and those who already have the program but are at the begginers stage of development. Future workshops and demos would be run at a more advanced level.

[xerubus]

any possibility of capturing this onto a dvd or divx for interstate members? i for one would be interested in seeing some of your techniques..

cheers

[Raydar]

Awesome Idea Matt

I tort some one on sat morning a few things to get them over the initial starting stage of PS.
What I have found is once you show people that PS is not all that hard to get your head around, they start to enjoy the pro.

Wish I could be there to give you a hand

Cheers
Ray

[wile_E]

Hi Matt

I'd definitely be interested in this. Right now my Photoshop 'skills' extend to cropping, rotating and some colour balance stuff (done shot by shot).

I'll keep an eye on this thread.

Cheers
W

[gstark]

any possibility of capturing this onto a dvd or divx for interstate members? i for one would be interested in seeing some of your techniques..

Depending upon the date, this could probably be done. We have several miniDVs at our disposal; we just need to man them, plus of course capture the PC's output to video as well.

[louiek]

Gary

I'd be happy to help with the capturing of the video.

louiek

[gstark]

Louie,

Great; many thanx.

[birddog114]

I would like to add on to Matt's ideas same as blend in the Saturday mini meet in two group:
1st Group with Photoshop Demonstration
- One session is limited to six members
(2 hours learning/ break/ 1 hour for question time or practice on the PC)
- 8:45- 10:45 Demonstration Photoshop
- 10:45 - 11:00 Break/ refreshment.
- 11:00 - 12:00 Question time.
- 12:00 - 01:00 Lunch

2nd group: (10 members)
8:00 - 12:00
- Test/ eval lenses/ tripod, other gears outdoor.
- CCD cleaning station for CCD cleaning
- Discussion of other photography techniques.
12:00 - 1:00 joining lunch with other group.

I have a projector and all other equipment for training

[sheepie]

Would be more than willing to help out on the video front. Have cam, have (limited) ability to edit.
Think I can also learn more about PS too.

[gstark]

Sheepie,

Great. Must remember to buy some tapes for this.

Matt, what date do you have in mind for this?

[W00DY]

Great idea and important to keep the numbers down per session. Even better if we can get the DVD thing happening.

If I can help in any way let me know as I would love to attend one.

W00DY

[HappyFotographer]

Me, I would love to attend. I have photoshop, but don't really have a clue what I am doing.....would love to learn more.

Am going to have to really make up all these saturdays to my man somehow! Oh I know, will let him go play in the drum shop (but only on a Sunday).

Can I just say, this is a fantastic group of people.....the amount of genuine sharing and help is inspiring.......

Cheers
Deb

[Greg B]

A recording of the whole thing would be great for the non-Sydney members and others who can't attend.

That Photoshop is powerful medicine, but very tricky

After examining the huge range of books available, I am thinking of getting the Photoshop CS Bible. Seems to have a lot of information. And it is "only" about $65

[Geoff]

Hi All,
EXCELLENT idea and I for one would be VERY interested, seeing as though I am about to launch my very own photographic (specialising in weddings and portraits) business, just registered my business name and have a domain name ordered. Let me know day/date and I will do my utmost to attend. I also have acess to a high quality panasonic digital video camcorder (3CCD). Let me know if I can help out.

Geoff.

[HappyFotographer]

After examining the huge range of books available, I am thinking of getting the Photoshop CS Bible. Seems to have a lot of information. And it is "only" about $65

I've been thinking of getting a Ben Wilmore one myself. Not sure of the name...I know he has a few available.

I have a good one by Scott Kelby called "The Photoshop CS Book for Digital Photographers". It's a great hints book, but I would like to know a little more about the why and wherefores.....but for some hints and tips it really is a good book. I got if for $69.95 at Dymocks....so also "inexpensive" in relation to others.

Cheers
Deb

[birddog114]

I have hold bunch of PS/PSCS book available at my base.
Scott Kelby, Katrin Eisman etc....

I schedule the Photoshop Demonstration to start on 5th/ 12/19/26 of February.
Each Saturday we take reservation seat for 6 members and it will run each Saturday of Feb, if the demand is high then we will continue in March otherwise we will start other training in March instead of.

Interested, please email me: thanho@dancom.com.au, and specify the above interesting dates.
First come first serve.

[leek]

I would love to be there as I am probably only using about 5% of its functionality at the moment... I think I was the one that Raydar taught on Sat...

If I can come, please let me know... I too can provide a data projector if you need one to project from the second PC? I've also got various firewire cables / video cables if needed...

[sirhc55]

Hi

Re Photoshop books - I have used the Peachpit Press books for a long time as they are very informative and great reference when you forget what to do. I have Peachpit for Photoshop 7, CS, Dreamweaver, Flash, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Fireworks etc.

Another good series of books for Illustrator and Photoshop are the WOW books.

Hope this ref works - BTW they are a damn sight cheaper than other books.

Chris

[Matt. K]

Looks like we have the interest and we are a go! Just like to stress the point that the session will be a demonstration more than a tutorial. I think you'll get more out of it. I will work at a pace that will enable you to take brief notes as we progress. Getting an overview is perhaps the best way to appreciate the depth and beauty of this huge program. The notes that you take will enable you to explore the features that interest you in more depth at a later date.

[Matt. K]

Greg B
I can recommend The Photoshop CS Book for Digital Photographers by Scott Kelby as being very useful and one of the best available. It gives practical examples of common problems and how to fix them.

[Greg B]

Thanks Matt. I have purchased the Photoshop CS Bible (at a reduced $51) because it appears to an extensive reference, quite handy.

I have looked at a couple of Scott Kelby's books, they look good, and with your recommendation, I might just allow the GLW to buy the one you mention for my birthday.

It is also looking like I might be attending your 5 Feb session. I am probably going to be in Sydney that week (waiting on a confirmation), I have emailed Birdy to reserve me a seat, and I just have to tidy up a couple of bits and pieces to make it happen.

[birddog114]

Thanks Matt. I have purchased the Photoshop CS Bible (at a reduced $51) because it appears to an extensive reference, quite handy.

I have looked at a couple of Scott Kelby's books, they look good, and with your recommendation, I might just allow the GLW to buy the one you mention for my birthday.

It is also looking like I might be attending your 5 Feb session. I am probably going to be in Sydney that week (waiting on a confirmation), I have emailed Birdy to reserve me a seat, and I just have to tidy up a couple of bits and pieces to make it happen.

GregB,
If you bought that book for discount price of $51.00, that means the book is out of date. Need a new ones

Scott Kelby books are good, I have full range of his books.

Your name is on the list and Matt.K is looking forward to work with you

[Matt. K]

Better reserve 2 seats Birdy
One for Greg and one for the cat?

[Greg B]

Geez Matt, the cat kicks up enough fuss when she has to go somewhere in the car - I can't even imagine what would happen on a plane!

[gstark]

Geez Matt, the cat kicks up enough fuss when she has to go somewhere in the car - I can't even imagine what would happen on a plane!

Wouldn't he be PIC ?

[sheepie]

Sheepie,

Great. Must remember to buy some tapes for this.

Matt, what date do you have in mind for this?

I have plenty of tapes lying around

[Matt. K]

Greg
Maybe she wouldn't get so upset if you took your turn to drive a little more often?

[louiek]

Sheepie,

Great. Must remember to buy some tapes for this.

Matt, what date do you have in mind for this?

I have plenty of tapes lying around

I also have some lying around.

If we run out, we could always use the D70's Movie mode.

Louie

[Nnnnsic]

Ya'll are aware that we can record directly from the screen right?

[jonnydee]

OK - i've just emailed Birddog and i'm in for the 5th, can't wait to meet some of you guys and learn a bit more about Photoshop. See you then!

Jon

[BBJ]

Ok you lucky peoples, sux we us interstaters are gonna have to sell up and move to birdies location i think, we are missing out.LOL
Well as long as we get to see the fruits of your meetings is good enough so we dont feel left out.LOL
John
BBJ

[gstark]

Ya'll are aware that we can record directly from the screen right?

I have a couple of other ideas about this; remind me to talk to you about this during dinner.

God knows there won't be anything else of interest to talk about.

[Greg B]

Greg
Maybe she wouldn't get so upset if you took your turn to drive a little more often?

She insists on driving Matt, you know how cats are.....

[Greg B]

Geez Matt, the cat kicks up enough fuss when she has to go somewhere in the car - I can't even imagine what would happen on a plane!

Wouldn't he be PIC ?

Placed In Cargo?

You have me going on that one Gary. Can't think what else it might be...

She wouldn't travel in the cargo hold, she would be in that small section in between Economy Class and Business Class usually referred to as Pussy Class.

EDIT: Oops, think I went a bit Are You Being Served/Benny Hill there folks, sorry.

[birddog114]

The Photoshop Demonstration on the Feb. 5 is now full:
1/ HappyPhotographer
2/ Leek
3/GregB Travelling up from Melbourne
4/johnnydee
5/ joet
6/ ajo

The next one is on February 12:

[MCWB]

For those with only 56 k internet access, I'm more than happy to offer my services and burn the presentation to CD or DVD for anyone who wants it. I'm not using PS yet, so will let those who are go first.

[johndec]

I work most Saturdays (the curse of the self employed) so it makes it hard to get to a morning meet on time. I think I rocked up at Birdy's at about 12.15pm last Saturday

However, I'm also happy to volunteer my DVD burner to help educate the geographically and/or time challenged amongst us.

Cost: One beer next time I'm in Lismore, Cubicle No 42 , Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Perth, Vancouver, Sacremento, etc,etc

[gstark]

Geez Matt, the cat kicks up enough fuss when she has to go somewhere in the car - I can't even imagine what would happen on a plane!

Wouldn't he be PIC ?

Placed In Cargo?

You have me going on that one Gary. Can't think what else it might be...

Normally it would be Pilot in Charge, but in this instance, Pussy In Charge would work too.

[pippin88]

2nd group: (10 members)
8:00 - 12:00
- Test/ eval lenses/ tripod, other gears outdoor.
- CCD cleaning station for CCD cleaning
- Discussion of other photography techniques.
12:00 - 1:00 joining lunch with other group.

I have a projector and all other equipment for training

Are you still thinking of running two groups concurrently Birddog?

I'd be interested in the second group, as I need to learn to clean my CCD and would like to have a look at some other lenses. (BTW, do you normally have stock of eclipse and pec pads?)

[birddog114]

2nd group: (10 members)
8:00 - 12:00
- Test/ eval lenses/ tripod, other gears outdoor.
- CCD cleaning station for CCD cleaning
- Discussion of other photography techniques.
12:00 - 1:00 joining lunch with other group.

I have a projector and all other equipment for training

Are you still thinking of running two groups concurrently Birddog?

I'd be interested in the second group, as I need to learn to clean my CCD and would like to have a look at some other lenses. (BTW, do you normally have stock of eclipse and pec pads?)

Yes! Outdoor group do the lust and indoor group do the PS.
Yes, always have stock of Pec*Pad and Eclipse fluid

[pippin88]

2nd group: (10 members)
8:00 - 12:00
- Test/ eval lenses/ tripod, other gears outdoor.
- CCD cleaning station for CCD cleaning
- Discussion of other photography techniques.
12:00 - 1:00 joining lunch with other group.

I have a projector and all other equipment for training

Are you still thinking of running two groups concurrently Birddog?

I'd be interested in the second group, as I need to learn to clean my CCD and would like to have a look at some other lenses. (BTW, do you normally have stock of eclipse and pec pads?)

Yes! Outdoor group do the lust and indoor group do the PS.
Yes, always have stock of Pec*Pad and Eclipse fluid

Cool. Put me down for the outdoor group on the 5th of Feb? Unless there is a plan for this sort of workshop sooner? Edit: Saw the up coming meet on the 15th, but I can't make that. So I'll come to the 5th thing unless there is something similar after the 15th of Jan. BTW, are almost all of the meets on Saturdays? (Just helps to know yay or nay for planning)

[birddog114]

Yes, Most of the meet are on Saturday and Sunday.

[JordanP]

I work most Saturdays (the curse of the self employed) so it makes it hard to get to a morning meet on time. I think I rocked up at Birdy's at about 12.15pm last Saturday

However, I'm also happy to volunteer my DVD burner to help educate the geographically and/or time challenged amongst us.

Cost: One beer next time I'm in Lismore, Cubicle No 42 , Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Perth, Vancouver, Sacremento, etc,etc

You got a deal in Limsmore. Can't speak for the rest

[Jenno]

I'd be interested in learning more about PS but the thought occurred to me after the last meet that maybe someone might like to consider running a
workshop on unlocking the power and features of the SB800.
I'm stuffed at anything past the basics

For consideration

[birddog114]

I'd be interested in learning more about PS but the thought occurred to me after the last meet that maybe someone might like to consider running a
workshop on unlocking the power and features of the SB800.
I'm stuffed at anything past the basics

For consideration

Jenno,
Hang on to it, get a full recharge battery set, power on and shoooooooot until its batteris flat
It'll come shortly after, we're working on it with few expert guy here.

[Jenno]

Great

Looking forward to that

[Onyx]

I'll headline the SB800 tour - if the fans call for it.

[birddog114]

Yes, we can blend in by doing photoshop indoor and flash outdoor or wait after the photoshop finished and we start the flash section.

[shutterbug]

Would love to come to one of these meets.....fully booked in Feb. Will try to attend one if I can find some spare time....

[dooda]

I usually skip these messages as they don't usually pertain to me, glad I opened up this one.

Johndec, as the token Canadian here (and sometimes the frustrated token whiner) you have a deal in Vancouver no prob. I'll even take you to a few really cool areas of town.

Both SB 800 workshop and PS workshop would help me out tons. The problem with me reading manuals or listening to my brother is that they seem to speak over my head, and don't come from a photographic specific background. If only I lived in Sydney, Ahh Sydney...