Photo Walk is here!!!

That’s right!!! The time has come for Scott Kelby’s Second Annual Photo Walk sponsored by Kelby Training. This has probably got to be one of the biggest photography events in history. Right now there are over 30,000 people signed up around the world. That’s almost three times what it was last year. If you are going, you will want to check out Scott’s blog today as he has some last minute thoughts before you head out to your walk. You can also get some last minutes tips at the photo walk website where there is a blog hosted by our very own Brad Moore.

I will be going to Matt Kloskowski’s walk here in Safety Harbor, FL. It’s right at the tip of the bay here in Tampa. So we might be able to get in some waterfront shots. I am just bringing my D40. It really does give me some great shots. It’s going to be fun! If I get any really outstanding shots I will post them here on the blog next week. Good luck and happy shooting!!!

July 17th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (2)

Contest Winners Announced!

In case you haven’t checked the contest page yet we have posted the winners of the latest Planet tutorial contest. The entries are getting more creative and it’s getting tougher to pick the winner. You can check out the winners here. The next contest will be starting in the next week or two and I am thinking this time I am going to add a little twist to it. Make sure you check back soon to find out. In the meantime, the enjoy the winning images and all the fun tutorials right here on Planet!!

July 13th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (4)

Photo Walk Numbers Climbing | PS Instructor Kit Available

Scott Kelby’s 2nd Annual Worldwide Photo Walk is getting close and there’s already over 20,000 people signed up in more than 200 cities around the world. More are getting added every week. If you plan on attending, you better sign up soon as these things fill up fast. Whether your a novice photographer or a professional who just wants to engage the social aspect photography by walking with other photographers talking about shooting and critiquing each other’s work. It’s a great way to meet new friends with like interests and hone those photography skills just a bit more. You can never have too much practice!

Just released today is the Photoshop educator’s instructor kit. Based on The Photoshop CS4 Book for Digital Photographers by Scott Kelby. This new kit was created for those instructors in a classroom settings that are teaching Photoshop on a regular basis. It provides lessons, video tutorials, test questions, and additional materials that go beyond what is in the regular book keeping the content of your lessons fresh and students learning more. Scott himself has provided a short video explaining the kit in detail. Click here to watch the video and learn more.

July 6th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (2)

GridIron Flow Now Shipping

The new visual workflow software from GridIron Software is now available. Flow is a new software application that allows you to visually map the path of any file assets you have attached to certain projects. No more wondering which version of a logo you have placed in a particular file. Flow will show you exactly which file it is associated with a visual map. It will also alert you if you try to delete a file that is placed in a different file. This is a remarkable asset management tool that no creative professional should be without. You can get more information and order yours here.

June 29th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (3)

Canadian Tours Sold Out! | Follow Planet on Twitter!

Well later this week I will be bringing the Down & Dirty Seminar Tour across the border to Canada. First stop is Toronto and then Calgary and both seminars are now sold out as of yesterday. This tour is really getting a lot of momentum and I am super excited that so many are coming for a fun day of learning. We will be posting future U.S. dates here in the next few weeks so keep checking the Kelby Training Live website for new dates as they are posted. Looking forward to my first trip Canada ever!

Also, for all you Twitter folks out there, you can follow me on Twitter here. I am usually posting news about what’s new on Planet but every now and then I throw in a little silliness just to liven things up. I even post some early updates on new tutorials and other special events. Hey, it’s fun and there are no rules!!

June 23rd, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (3)

Down & Dirty Tour Coming To Canada!

Now that we have officially launched the Photoshop Down & Dirty tour here in the states, it is time to take over into Canada. That’s right! I will be bringing the tour to Toronto on June 26 and then over to Calgary on June 29. This will be especially exciting for me as this will be my very first time to Canada. So if you are in either one of these cities, come on out for the day and join in the Photoshop fun. Both of these seminars are filling up pretty fast so if you are planning on attending you might want to register pretty soon. For more info on what you will learn and to register, click here.

June 16th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (3)

Put on Those Creative Hats!

Don’t forget the new Planet Photoshop tutorial contest is on now. I have selected three new tutorials you can use in your design. Remember you can use the techniques from one or all of them. Beyond that you can be as creative as you like. We also have quite a prizer package this time. Just click the banner above the slideshow at the top of this very page to get started. The deadline for submission is June 24. So put in those creative hats and explore the possibilities and most of all, have fun!!!! Have a great weekend!!

June 12th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (3)

Where did you get that photo?

This is a question I have getting a lot lately here on the Planet site and over at the NAPP site as well. I would call my self a designer first and a photographer second. Like many others out there, I don’t always have the time or budget to conduct a photo shoot whenever I get a cool idea for a design. That is where the wonderful world of stock photography comes into play. Whenever I need a particular type of image I go to Fotolia.com. They have a vast collection of good quality stock photography in various sizes at remarkably reasonable prices. Not only photos, they provide illustrations, vector art, and even stock video clips. The site is very easy to navigate and images always download in a snap. No, I am not getting any kickbacks form for this plug. I just think they are that good. Check there site out here and see for yourself.

Also Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photowalk event is really getting a lot of momentum. So far over almost 700 cities are participating with more than 11,000 people signed up. That’s almost double what they had last year. This is going to be huge. Visit the official site for more info or to sign up for a photo walk in your area. If there isn’t one and you can apply to be a photo walk lead in your area. The event is July 18 so there is time but don’t wait. These groups fill up fast!

June 10th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (2)

New Planet Contest Is Live!

Alright everyone, the newest Planet Photoshop tutorial contest is now live! You remember how this works. Simply go to the contest page (link above) or click here. View the pre-selected tutorials and use any one or combination of the techniques to create a design that is uniquely your own. That’s it. Beyond that, you can be as creative as you like. When finished go to the contest page and click the submit link then follow the instructions. We have a monster prize package which includes a NAPP membership, Photoshop CS4 Down & Dirty Tricks book, and my latest dvd: Photoshop CS4 Design Effects. Entries will be judged on overall impact and overall creative use of the techniques. You have until June 24 to enter, so while there is time don’t put it off too long. Well, now I leave it to you, Good Luck!!!

June 5th, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (2)

New Pre-Con at Photoshop World

Dave Cross and I are going to be teaching a radical new pre-con session at Photoshop World in Las Vegas this October. It’s called Shoot, Design, Print: Creating a Movie Poster From Start To Finish and the class is pretty much what the title says. We will start by doing a live shoot of a model which we will shoot in many different scenarios. Then we will take those shots and design a complete movie poster discussing various design concepts and techniques along the way. Then you will be able to print your final creation on a high quality printer to take home. This will be a hands-on course and is limited to 40 people. So don’t wait if you are planning on attending. This is pretty much a complete design course from beginning to end and it’s going to be a lot of fun! For more info and to register go here.

June 2nd, 2009 | Corey Barker | Blog | Comments (2)