Oh, I didn't read what you said carefully enough. I used Elements Classroom in a Book to learn Elements 3. I haven't needed much book learning for later versions of Elements. So I can't vouch for the Elements 5 version
http://tinyurl.com/3xs6ad I found the Elements 3 version almost too simple/dumbed down for me after knowing Paintshop Pro, so it might be just right for you. (I don't mean anything by that except your inexperience. :-)) This series is definitely not as good as Deke McCelland's PS books, but it is a pretty easy way to learn the basics of Elements. HTH, Marnie aka Doe --------------------------------------------- Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net