So, how did the workshop go in Florida this weekend? Did anyone learn anything? Surely there are stories to tell.
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
You beat me to it this morning Ray! I've been distracted, actually spent the morning playing around in photoshop! Imagine that! It's addicting.
Well, David Butler sure did turn the lights on for me in Photoshop! I'm no longer intimidated, by that program now. What a joy it is to actually know some great techniques and tools too. How I wish I could take a week off to do nothing but play with designs in there now.
The workshop was a blast! The time whizzed by, and I could have easily taken in another day or two. David did a terrific job keeping us misfits in line too.
I had brought a laptop and my wacom, ... both tools I'm not very familiar with, so I really did test myself (and dave) this weekend.
The after sessions were a blast ... as were lunch breaks. A lotta laughs! I hated to see everybody go. Felix sure did keep the energy levels high!
The Butler's Workshop was an absolute must for me. It's the best thing I've done for my business in a long time. I'm excited about combining drawing with the computer in such an effective manner. Designing just got a whole lot more fun!
I can't thank David and Suzie enough. Nettie
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Just the response I expected. Everyone who takes David and Susie's class comes out with a new awe of his work and a new excitement to use his techniques. Glad it was usefull for you.
Now, quit dreaming and get back to work.
Posted by Amy Brown (Member # 1963) on :
Man, I didn't need to read that!!
We had family issues that were beyond our control. Hopefully I'll get to hit one of his other classes.
Glad you guys had fun and learned a bunch. Sorry I didn't get to see ya!
Posted by Mark Yearwood (Member # 2723) on :
How many did you end up with in the group, Nettie?
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
We had a very small group Mark. Only four of us. Me, Felix, Don Coplen and David Harding.
Dan Sawatzsky had it in his plans to come, and had actually planned his Florida trip to include the weekend we had it originally planned. Then we went and changed the dates again so that Felix could make it, and lost Dan in the process. (difficult to accomodate everyone.)
A few others backed out at the last minute too, for various reasons. Whatta shame.
Amy, we missed you. Another female would have evened things out alittle more. hahahaaa
I could talk on and on about the weekend. So many highlights. But to be honest, I'm pretty tired from all the information overload, ... not too mention the fun. It was hard to get back to work today, and, having lost last Friday as a workday, work came with a vengence today. I'm buried over here.
Hey Raymond ... 12 MDO boards to coat out, and oodles of bills to pay. hahahaaa ... reality bites!
Nettie
Posted by Don Coplen (Member # 127) on :
I recommend the class for anybody who wants to better their skills with vectorizing and photoshop. Some of that stuff, particularly getting the most out of photoshop, can get awful confusing from a book or on your own, and David makes it all make sense! He's one helluva teacher, making sure every participant fully understands all of the material. We received over 20 solid hours of instruction in 2 1/2 days from one of the best in the business.....and you're not going to get that for the money anywhere else!
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
Dang, Don says it better than anyone yet ... and he speaks the truth!
Very good seeing you again Don!
(next time we'll get to the hurricane ... i promise!)
Nettie
Posted by Felix Marcano (Member # 1833) on :
Gee now I feel bad!! Sorry Dan. Wish I would have known.
I really am glad to have had the oportunity to attend this meet. I'll never look at photoshop the way I used to again. But I'm real sorry you couldn't make it bacause of me.
Thanks Janette for your incredible hospitality, & Dave B, Dave M, Dave H, Susie & (Last but not least important) Don for all of, well everything.
I can't wait to see you guys again soon!
Posted by Barry Jenicek (Member # 2281) on :
Janet
Glad to hear that your workshop was such a success…and only 4 attendees. That’s like receiving one-on-one instruction! I will be hosting a Butler Workshop here in St. Louis in the latter part of March and can’t wait to meet them.
I understand the CD and Class notebook that is given to each participant at the end of the session is invaluable. I know Dave and Suzie have invested quite a bit of time in the preparation of the class content.
I believe that they have been invited to England and in February, they will be in Ontario at Nancy & Noella’s shop.
Hope you catch up on your sleep and work and thanks for your update.
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
You get a beautifully done, and simple to follow book of instruction. CD full of goodies too. It is indeed invaluable, as it outlines all what we learned in class.
I don't know about anyone else, but before this class, I was finding myself relearning Photoshop every time I'd be brave enough to try doing anything more complex than adjusting a photo. This book is going to help me stay on track with it until it becomes second nature. (can't wait to be buzzin' around like David Butler does!)
Barry, good luck with yours, and you are just gonna love it! I hope you have a good turnout.
Anyone whose already taken the workshop, do the words "look up here at the screen" sound familiar to you? Yup ... I was guilty.
Nettie
Posted by Barb Schilling (Member # 13) on :
The dates have just been set for the Minnesota Workshop: April 30, May 1 & 2, 2004!
It will take place in historic downtown Anoka, a slick 45 minute commute from the airport, north of Minneapolis, but still within the "7 county Metro" of the twin cities.
Susie and I will work out the location and lodging detai ls very soon. We can only handle about 12 students in the space I have reserved, and I already received several inquiries before the dates were set. So get your reservations in right away!
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ls very soon. We can only handle about 12 students in the space I have reserved, and I already received several inquiries before the dates were set. So get your reservations in right away!