so i downloaded a free photoshop program the other day and i've been messing around with it. its called Adobe Photoshop Elements. here's my first attempt YES I KNOW IT IS BAD!! bring on the tips!

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once again, yes i know its bad, but im trying to figure it all out and its only the first day, plus i did it on like 10 minutes

just a little too much contrast, here is a very good sight to get you started,
Photoshop bible
good luck choping

wow thanks, i was looking around there, that is awesome!