Photoshop® and Graphics Classes in South Florida!





Photoshop® is truly the 800 pound gorilla of the graphics world, with a very deep and broad interface. We start at the beginning, even if you have no Photoshop experience, and walk you through the basics. Many of these elementary photo imaging principles apply both to Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, an excellent program for the hobbyist. It is recommended however, that you have a basic understanding of computing and your operating system, either Windows or Mac, first. 


The beginnings topics I cover include The Work Area, Tools, Navigating, Using the Bridge (File Browser), Making Selections, (Tools & Methods), Layer Basics, Layer Styles (FX), Resolution, Resizing, File Size, Image Adjustments & Basic Photo Corrections.  


After the basics, I can continue on with topics such as Retouching & Repairing Photos, Masks, Channels, Painting, Editing, Paths, Pen Tools, Shapes,Type, Advanced Layer Techniques, Filters, Special Effects, Optimizing, Saving for Web, Printing & Collages. 


One of the cornerstones of my classes is my belief that they must be tailored to the needs and goals of the students. Many adults come to these classes with tremendous variation in their experience and skills; it is my primary job to first 

ascertain what my students need and how best to proceed to attain their goals.   


I strive to promote a low pressure and welcoming atmosphere, geared to the needs and goals of adult students. I use discussions, demonstrations, videos, hand outs, and other materials to demystify  Photoshop   and help students to discover its endless creative possibilities for personal expression.    

Photoshop Fundamentals Course # CWO0245


I'm so excited to announce that I will be  teaching Photoshop Fundamentals at Palm Beach State College in Lake Worth, a beginner’s non-credit class for adult students. 

The class will run for 6 weeks, Saturday mornings, 9 am to noon from Sept. 21. through Oct. 26, 2024

 Please contact me with any questions or concerns or for private tutoring. 

Call  561-432-4633 or email sue@suoakesart.com

 Click here for the Direct Eventbrite Link for the 

Registration page for my course: 





Or….. I’d be happy to create a special class for your organization or group! 


I could come in to meet you and your staff and give you a complimentary sample presentation so you can decide if I am right for your community. No obligation, of course.  

I can teach Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, Affinity Photo, Pixlr, or Procreate or others. 

Call me 561-432-4633 and we can discuss!

Recommended books: 

 Available at Amazon or other online retailers.

Teach Yourself Visually: Photoshop CC 

by Mike Wooldridge & Brianna Stuart

 ISBN-13: 978-1118643648

ISBN-10: 9781118643648 


Layers: The Complete Guide to Photoshop's Most Powerful Feature by Matt Kloskowski

 ISBN-13: 978-1118643648

ISBN-10: 9781118643648  

Or, if a class is not your preferred method of instruction, I also do private tutoring in Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, InDesign and Illustrator for either personal or business users. To schedule an upcoming class for your group or for general information about classes or private tutoring, 

call: 561-432-4633 or email sue@suoakesart.com

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