Photoshop Q&A

Posted on Jul 26, 2010 Posted by Scott Valentine

Someone recently suggested that I take questions and turn them into short YouTube video responses. I think this is a pretty cool idea, and would like to give it a shot. If you have Photoshop or photography related questions, send them to me. In a week or two, I’ll take a look at the responses and choose a few to answer on my YouTube channel.

What’s in it for you? Well, not only will I answer your question, I’ll notify you when your video is going up and I’ll throw in a little something special for you – discount codes, books, that sort of thing. I haven’t worked this last part out, yet, but I’ll make it worth your time.

How’s that sound? Want some answers AND free stuff? Well, what are you waiting for??

Tags: 3D, Adobe, Art, Compositing, Imaging

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