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Visual Arts Academy Testimonials

The Photoshop Basics class gave me a solid foundation for using the program. I actually have the CS version and had no trouble following the lessons. This class was fun, as well as informative. It exceeded my expectations and is well worth the money.
- Celeste H.

Photoshop Basics has been fun, also stimulating and a HUGE learning experience for me.
I found myself learning more about Photoshop in the last six weeks than what I could do myself by fumbling around for months.
I think the quality of all the very detailed and step by step lessons were outstanding. I was able to learn a lot of valuable techniques while enabling myself to have a good time using them. I also enjoyed learning some "shortcuts" and finally being able to understand layers!! The Geek Tip of the Week and the humor that's in every weekly lesson is informative and a lot of fun.
Photoshop isn't so scary after all!!! ;0)
I really enjoyed this course and will highly recommend it!!
- Judy H.

This class was fun, the instructor was quick to respond and very helpful. The course itself packed much more into a small time frame than I expected--though I've taken a lot of online courses in various places, this one was one of the most comprehensive and fun classes I've had yet. I'm amazed at what I've learned in just a few weeks. I would recommend this course to ANYONE wanting to learn how to use Photoshop. (In fact, I already have!)
- Maxine

Absolutely superb. This was my first course and it won't be the last.
- Linda

Adobe® Photoshop PhotoEditing

For those who want to further their Photoshop learning experience, this class is a must, especially if you are into photography. Judy's method of teaching is great and her lessons are not only full of information, they are fun. I highly recommend this class for anyone who is an intermediate or advanced user of Photoshop.
- Katie

Advanced Creative Painting

This is a amazing continuation of the Creative Painting. Here, we perfect the techniques of an image and leave that image as real as possible. And, we are always a lot motivated by the dear and great teacher Acadie... This is a complete course of the Painting... :)
- Cami, Brazil

It's just great to learn here!!!! I was so surprised about how much I've learned in six short weeks. The lessons gave clear and detailed directions. Sparrow was a wonderful instructor. Her answers and helpful hints and advice were a great help and encouragement. It really was a good experience and I wish there were an even more advanced class so that I could learn more. I highly recommend this course to everybody who wants to know about digital painting.
— Mab

Again, Sparrow comes through with a wealth of valuable information. Each exercise is pertinant to the tools or techniques being highlighted, and there is the right balance of structured tutorial and self-expression. I really enjoyed this one and was sorry when it ended.
— Katherine

I have been taking lessons for about 2-3 years and with the advanced painting class you have written more than any class I have ever taken.
— George

I was very impressed with our instructor, Sparrow. Her answers to my questions were in such a timely manner it was as if she was right there with me. Also her encouragement was inspiring. Her knowledge of the various tools was also impressive and admirable.
- Charlotte

I can fully recommend the course as it has a lot of indepth teaching—excellent tutorials.
- Maureen

I loved Creative Painting. I learned the basics of using the brushs and was amazed at seeing pictures come to life that I made! I never was good at art in school, so was really amazed at what I could accomplish in this class.
- Cindi, Iowa

Introduction to CSS

Great class!! CSS is the icing on the cake for HTML users... Katie makes it easy to learn! :)
- MaryLou

Katie's CSS Course is exceptionally easy to comprehend and to complete. She has written her lesson's to read like a good book!
- Valery, Washington

Introduction to Ulead Gif Animator 5

I have learned more in 6 lessons with than I have learned in months trying to teach myself. It is an excellent course with the most friendly tutor and easy to follow lessons that give great results.
— Ann

The lessons were well planned with good downloads and easy-to-follow instructions. Maggie's experience and enthusiasm for the program shows and is infectious... The course was worth every penny. I found what I could and couldn't do with the program, discovered new capabilities in it I didn't know were there and faster ways of doing other things. Thanks to Maggie for making a GREAT job of it!...I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to get the most out of Gif Animator. There are things I would probably never have found out on my own; instead I'm now going to be able to do a lot of new things with it and do the things I knew already in a more efficient way. Those are GREAT rewards. The only down-side of this course is that it has to END!
— Rosie

Fantastic! is not enough to describe this course.
— Candace

This was really a great class. The lessons were very well planned and each one built upon the previous one. If anyone wants to learn the ins and outs of Ulead's Gif Animator 5, this is definitely the class to take! Well worth the $20 and much more! I enjoyed it and will highly recommend it!
— MaryLou

Although I had some experience with GIF 5, I still learned a lot of new tricks, tips, and other little hidden goodies.
- Frank

The Animation Class is well worth the few dollars I spent. It was cheaper than dinner and a movie!!
- Kate W

The course Introduction to Gif Animatior 5 was a wonderful experience. I would recommend it to everyone who wants to learn animation. I have learned so much in so little time and am able now to produce better quality animations. Maggie is very professional in her way of teaching and the class was a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Maggie was always there to help with any questions we had and she encouraged our creativity and practice. If I had to rate this course it would be 10/10.
- Norma

This course was extremely useful in getting a basic introduction to uleads gif animator. I enjoyed the course and wish it were longer.
- Jeanne F, Idaho

The class was a lot of fun, and I now feel very comfortable with the GIF Animator software. The lessons were easy to follow, and created a solid foundation for beginners. I hope there will be an advanced course soon!
- Adele, Ohio

The lessons were well written and easily followed. The instructor was prompt to answer, when needed, with help and encouragement.
- Darleen, San Jose, CA.

I found this course to answer a lot of questions I had about using Gif animator and it cleared up some long standing problems I had with the program.
- Charles W

Great course and worth the time.
- Pat Martinelli, Pennsylvania

LOVED IT! A great experience. I would recommend Maggie's Gif Animation classes to anyone wanting a good introduction.
- Barbara, Florida

A must-do for animating.
- Warren, Alberta

Creative Painting: Paint tools Proficiency

I was astounded at the amount and quality of information given in this course. It far exceeded my expectations! Our instructor was prompt and thorough with any help we needed, and always there with encouragement and support. She made the course enjoyable as well as tremendously informative. Thank you all!
— Katherine

Sparrow has delved deep into the PI paint engine and has a better understanding of it than anyone else. In Creative Painting with PI she has created a course that will give aspiring digital artists a sound grounding in the use of PI's paint tools.
— Lynn

It is probably ok to learn the program on your own but learning in a class with others is great. I have learned the tools and what they can do so much better then if I were alone. It would take so much longer and I don't think I would have learned a fraction of what I did in the class.
— Mike

I have painted in Oils and watercolours, so I found this course very interesting. Another approach to art and I can see that in time and with practise you could achieve a very nice and well painted piece of art. I found the lessons well put together and well presented, especially the information on Colour and Harmony. I do not want this experience to end so I will be joining the advanced class. I can see that once you become familiar with ALL these things you should be able to do almost anything. I might also add that I think the tutorials are excellent, I did not for one minute expect anything like this.
— Noeline

I LOVED the class and learned PI by leaps and bounds and it has helped me in my daily job requirements like you would not believe, thank you for the patience and great course !!
- Stephen

I enjoyed the class tremendously, learned such a lot and feel much more confident with the paint tools now. Looking forward to the next session!
- Carol

Those undertaking the Beginner's Workshop course should be encouraged to take the paint tools course because for me it was definitely the next step of learning with this program.
- Maureen

This class was extremely in depth in that it did cover every paint tool and the retouch tools. I was a bit terrified when I started but that did not last long at all. I would recommend this class to anyone that wants to further their knowledge using these tools. I can in all honesty say this class is wonderful. In addition I would like to say that Sparrow is always quick to help with any problems and easily explains things. You will learn how to paint pictures and be comfortable with the tools. I am in awe that I did 6 plus, paintings.
- Rosalie

I think it's the best course around for the money. It covers all the basic tools and necessary skills needed to start painting. I really enjoyed it.
- Lin

I never knew I had it in me. My husband says 'you can't tell me you have no talent'. I am looking forward to increasing my knowledge with more classes from the VAA.
- Jane

As an artist painter, I wanted to be sure I knew all the tools very well and learn new ways of painting. I have learned a lot from this course, even if I knew the painting tools, there are always new ways and new approaches to it. Sparrow goes beyond teaching the nuts and bolts of painting, finding a way to inspire and excite students to make their own discoveries in art.
- Norma

Digital Cartooning

This was an excellent presentation. I found it very helpful and recommend it to all who aspire to create digital cartoons and images for animating.
- Tom C.

I will really recommend the course in Digital Cartooning. This course is one of the funniest courses I have taken in my life. I have learned a lot of things about Digitial Cartooning and I have learned to make images that I before thought was impossible for me to do.
- Annelie

This digital cartoon class was partial to the academic study of drawing and in specific, cartoons. In that the computer was the instrument in use of a graphics program is an acumen to advancements in our culture. I recommend this digital cartoon class to those who wish to advance their graphics editing skills.
- Valery, Washington

Jam-packed lessons. Excellent tutelage. Highly recommended.
- Hillie, Australia

A very, very dedicated instructor.
- Jean-Claude, Spain

Advanced Digital Cartooning

A genuinely comfortable and relaxed setting with an accomplished instructor and mentor who will go out of his way to assist you in achieving the goals set down in the course lessons.
-Valery, Longview, Washington

Fine Art Principles for All Media

This class was a delightful learning experience!
- Cammy

A thoroughly enjoyable all rounder course for anyone who is keen to learn about the finer principles of art.
- Debbie H.

I have thoroughly enjoyed the Fine Arts course and it has been a great learning experience. Acadie is a good teacher of art. Thank you.
- Maureen
Australia

Acadie has provided a tremendous amount of useful material in this excellent course. I expect to be referring back to the course materials frequently in the future.
- Lynn, Texas

Digital Fine Art Techniques

Great course.. Acadie is a wonderful artist and teacher.
- Lin, California

Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint

This is a great class to take if you wish to learn how to create a Presentation using PowerPoint. Cornelia is a great teacher. Her explanations are very well worded and extremely helpful. I enjoyed it very much and highly recommend it.
- Sheryl R, Alabama

Introduction to MS Excel

JC takes students through the basics of Excel to what I consider to be a fairly indepth level which is perfect for anyone wanting to use this software for business purposes. You can go through this course doing the lessons and assignments at quite a rapid rate, but to digest all that's taught, I would suggest taking your time!
I throughly enjoyed doing this course and didn't realise how versatile Excel could be. With a tutor who is willing to go that extra mile to ensure you understand it, what more could you want?
- Debbie, Jersey, UK

Intro to MS Word

This was just the building blocks I needed to learn this program.Very thorough.
- Paula, Canada

Introduction to Front Page

JC was great. I truly felt he wanted me to succeed in learning all that Frontpage had to offer. All questions were answered quickly and fully. Thanks JC!
- Deb, Indiana

I would recommend this class to anyone wanting to learn Front Page. JC is absolutely wonderful and if your having any lesson problem he works with you to resolve it. I learned so much I had not known and it was my pleasure to take this class.
- Rosalie Elmore, Idaho

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