Looking for some Fun!

If you missed signing up for this SOLD OUT workshop, it is now available as a self-paced workshop!   This workshop is designed with the beginner in mind, with over 7 videos of instruction the first part, plus an E-Book in PDF format and a Digital Kit of Designs for those who work and have limited time to explore the vast free resources of the internet.   This is the most comprehensive workshop you will find in regards to learning how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements or Adobe CS software and create some amazing art in the process! For more information, please visit: DigitalMontageStudios

Creative Shapes Workshop! SOLD OUT!

Sorry, this workshop is now SOLD OUT!  For information on upcoming workshops, please follow the workshop blog:  HERE!

New Instant Download

Collaged Illusions Workshop is now available as an instant download from my Paypal Shop.  If you missed out on the 1st and 2nd on-line workshop, you can now take advantage of this offer.  I am available to assist you if you have any questions in regards to the step by step instructions.  This is a workshop for beginners and it has been extremely popular.  Purchase yours today by clicking on the image in the sidebar.  Have fun!

New Collaged Illusions Workshop-SOLD OUT!

New Workshop starting Feb. 15th!  Click the button in the left sidebar for more information!

Another Digital Workshop!

Workshop 5 is now ready for immediate download.  Click the image in the sidebar to connect to the shop.  If you were unable to attend the on-line workshops that we did in 2010, here is your chance to learn some really unique digital techniques using your digital software.   I stand behind these products and am available to answer any questions that you might have in regards to a step or help with any problems you might encounter.  My contact info is in the TOU (Terms of Use) in the download files.
I am currently working on getting a few more of these put together, all based on the workshops that have been closed and will not be offered again as on-line classes.  A fun way to learn, at your leisure!

Christmas is Coming to You on Dec. 2nd!

I have finished your Christmas gift early this year!  A free "Thank You" workshop geared for both Photoshop CS-3 & PhotoshopElements6.   Since I am still learning the ins and outs of CS-3, I wrote the workshop using this program, but it also works great with PSElements.  I will be conducting "Your On-Line Christmas Workshop" on December 2nd and if you would like to join me for this fun learning experience, please leave me a comment with a way to contact you.  Merry Christmas!
For those of you who have never taken an on-line workshop with me before, I will be sending out the link to a private yahoo group a few days before this workshop starts.  I will post the files early in the AM and be available to answer  any questions during the day.  You create and share your work with the group via the photo albums and we all comment and get inspired by sharing with each other.  I will be leaving the workshop up for 4 days, so everyone has a chance to share with the group.  (I am in the USA-Mountain Time Zone).

This Workshop is now CLOSED!

Sorry you missed the sign ups for this digital painting class, but if you are interested in another fun class for beginner to intermediate digital levels-see a sneak peek at: ArtistWorkshopRetreat


This workshop will be offered again in 2011 so become a follower of the Artist Workshop Retreat and be one of the first to grab a seat in the virtual classroom.   I love the work of Rene' Magritte!  It seems to fit perfectly with digital software and his neo-surrealism is considered to be our fantasy digital of today.

Advanced Digital Workshop

I have taken our digital workshops to new heights, with a new advanced digital painting workshop that will start September 27th.  This is a 5 day, very intense, 5 phase original painting workshop that will teach you how to create like the pros!  Requirements for the advanced workshop: Photoshop Elements!  That's right, you can create some pretty awesome professional results just like the pros who use CS4+!   Learn with easy to follow, step by step instructions and One on One assistance.  For more information and to grab another peek at some amazing poster art that you can create, visit:  Artist Workshop Retreat  today and sign up!  Come join all of us, in a private, virtual classroom.

Workshop #3-Seats Available

Come join the fun!  In this next workshop that starts on September 13th, we will be exploring the creation of making virtual stamps and stencil cutouts.  For more information visit: Digital Montage Studios

Workshop #2-SOLD OUT!

Workshop #1 & #2 are now SOLD OUT! Please join us for Workshop #3-link is in above post.

Workshop #2 starts August 16th

If you haven't signed up yet-there are a few more spots left.   The lessons are geared for the beginner to intermediate, but you must have some knowledge of how your software works.  I have also shared some very basic lessons written in PSE6 with the workshop group, to help them get warmed up for the coming themes.  The lessons are written in very basic step by steps, with plenty of photos, charts, color wheel and lots of fabulous links for free downloads.  Workshop #2 will teach you how to create custom distressed grunge borders, overlays, brushes and a variety of techniques using what you create.  Plus A New Bonus Technique.  For more information and to sign up, visit: Digitalmontagestudio

New Digital Montage Workshops!

Explore Your Digital World through these 5 amazing "Montage" workshops!

July 19-30th-Workshop #1-Blending Texture & Color Layers-Blending/Overlaying for dynamic visual effects.  Bonus technique: "Trappings" will be shared in this workshop.  SOLD OUT!

August 16-27th-Workshop #2-Creating & Using Custom Distressing Tools-Create unique brushes (from found images) and learn how to use various digital tools to create the illusion of age to your backgrounds & elements.  Bonus technique: "Gesso Effects" will be shared in this workshop!

September 13-24th-Workshop #3-Bonus "Digital Stenciling" Technique will be shared in this workshop!-A truly unique way for using Stencils in the virtual world of digital imaging.  The results are stunning!  Plus create a variety of digital stamps for your own personal collection.

October 18-29th-Workshop #4-Shadow & Light-Creating depth with Shadows, Bevels, Styles and Lighting effects + additional blending techniques.  Work with text and photos!  Bonus technique for creating a truly unique signature for your art!

November 15-24th-Workshop #5-Filters & Patterns-Filters can change your whole perspective, when you discover what they can do for your art!  Throw in some patterns and your digital world becomes a playground for your art.  These workshops are loaded with fabulous digital mixed media techniques and a few New Bonus Techniques as well! 

For more information, to see samples and to sign up for these great on-line workshops-visit:
Digital Montage Studios