So you want to learn Photoshop?  Well, there is a lot to learn and it can be confusing.  The good news is there is a huge wealth of information out there for you.  This article outlines a  “top ten” list of online tutorials we have found that help you get started.

1) Creating a New Document - This video tutorial explains every aspect of the new document tool.

http://tutorials.watchandlearnphotoshop.com/tutorials/ps/cs2preview1.html

2) To get an overview of the Photoshop =interface here is a great link:

http://www.depiction.net/?id=psinterface

3) Learning a product starts with the toolbar and here is a great tutorial for that: Photoshop 101 - Using the Toolbar:

http://www.13dots.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=2462

4) If you would like a basic overview of the application, this is a great start: Photoshop Basics

http://13dots.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=1329

5) Here are some basic tips and tricks to help you use Photoshop more effectively:

http://www.newtutorials.com/photoshop-tips.htm

6) Sections tools are important to using Photoshop, so here is a three part tutorial on selection tools:

http://www.voidix.com/selectiontools1.html

7) Selection tools Part 2:

http://www.voidix.com/selectiontools2.html

Selection tools Part 3:

http://www.voidix.com/selectiontools3.html

9) This tutorial covers the basics of the paintbrush tools:

http://www.voidix.com/paintingtools.html

10) Finally, knowing how to erase is critical to using PHotoshop so here is a tutorial on the Magic Eraser Tool:

http://www.heathrowe.com/db/tutsshow.asp?id=21&url=http://www.heathrowe.com/tuts/knockout.asp?knockout=meraser

That’s a start. Look for more suggestions on how to get started.