Fri, December 14th, 2007 by Chantal
Introducing the first, of hopefully many, Freebie Fridays! There are so many amazing photographers in the photoblogging community, from the newbies to the seasoned pros, and each one has something to offer. Well, we’d like to spread the word about what some in our community are doing, and give one lucky PBO Blog reader the chance to try it out for free!
Who out there with even a remote interest in photography has not heard of Chromasia? The mastermind behind the sweeping Northern England landscapes and gorgeous portraits is David Nightingale, a former psychology teacher who quit his higher education position to run Chromasia full time along with his wife, Libby, earlier this year. David is known for his immense skill using Photoshop, and since he was often being asked how he worked his magic, he decided to share his knowledge through his tutorials.
Chromasia’s tutorials are based on David’s expert knowledge of Photoshop, and aim to teach even the novice how to create amazing imagery. There is a free section that covers the more basic tools and applications, which serves as an introduction to the more advanced subscription-based section. The subscription-based tutorials come with downloadable PSD files with detailed instructions on everything from Curves and Levels, to Toning, Black & White and even creating dramatic skies. The paid subscription also includes membership to the forums where members can share images and ask & answer questions.
David and Libby, are offering a discount coupon of £25.00 to one of our readers. The coupon can be used towards the annual subscription of £25.00, or it can be used as a discount towards the £75.00 lifetime membership fee.
Update: Just to clarify... They are giving away a free full 12 month subscription, but if the winner wants to upgrade to the lifetime membership, you will have that option.
All you need to do is leave a comment below. Next Friday, we will randomly select a winner from the comments and you will receive this generous gift from Chromasia!
Leave your comment and Win!
Update: Winner announced here.
December 14th, 2007 at 3:51 am
Now, does it have to be an intelligent, thoughtful comment, or can I jujst jump up and down and say 'Pick me! Pick me!'?
December 14th, 2007 at 5:10 am
All I need to do is leave a comment? Well, how can I resist!?
This sounds fantastic:)
December 14th, 2007 at 8:10 am
http://www.photomojo.info
What a great opportunity, thank you! Been quite the fan/contributer of both websites for a time. Neat!
December 14th, 2007 at 8:43 am
Can't wait to win!
December 14th, 2007 at 8:52 am
nice idea!
December 14th, 2007 at 9:13 am
I've been a huge fan of Chromasia (David) for a long time. He even gave me some great pointers about 3 years ago concerning color profiles in photoshop that I still use today!
Good luck everyone!
December 14th, 2007 at 9:25 am
Fantastic. Me, please!
December 14th, 2007 at 9:28 am
Great idea. Me too, please!
December 14th, 2007 at 9:59 am
David's great!
December 14th, 2007 at 10:22 am
Count me in!
December 14th, 2007 at 10:36 am
Throw my name in the hat too - or into the random name selector...
December 14th, 2007 at 12:07 pm
This is a great way to punctuate the holidays!
December 14th, 2007 at 12:21 pm
I'd love to win this.
December 14th, 2007 at 6:20 pm
I've often wandered over to his for pay side - wondering - wishing - pondering - this would be a great prize to win.
Arne
December 14th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
Wow, what a great thing to see Chromasia chosen to host the first Freebee Friday. I have been a fan of this site for quite a while now. Some of the photos on this site are amazing. For anyone viewing this comment and not already a fan of Chromasia's, I heartily recommend you browse the site. I guarantee you will make it a favourite.
SheyMouse.
December 14th, 2007 at 7:23 pm
Count me in
a huge fan of Chromasia
Cheers from Iceland
Hjalti
December 14th, 2007 at 11:20 pm
Any tips I can get would be good tips.
Much better to learn from masters than to sort through it all by myself.
December 15th, 2007 at 5:24 pm
Sure, why not?
December 15th, 2007 at 7:47 pm
Chromasia is great!
December 16th, 2007 at 12:04 am
Great idea -- I've always been a fan of Chromasia...
December 16th, 2007 at 11:03 am
Chromasia who??
December 16th, 2007 at 7:04 pm
Yes please!
December 17th, 2007 at 2:02 am
For some reason, I think there may be more comments for this post than usual...including mine.
Thanks for the opportunity.
December 17th, 2007 at 11:45 am
I grew up in Blackpool and survived it... does that make me a winner?? I love Chromasia!
December 17th, 2007 at 4:13 pm
newbie.....I need all the help I can get!
December 17th, 2007 at 5:22 pm
Great chance for some serious learning. Thanks.
December 18th, 2007 at 12:00 am
I was wondering if you were still working on this site. I'm hoping to make it into your Hall of Fame one day. This site is a great resource and I hope you keep it active.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:12 am
Perhaps a lucky day for me... But for sure for somebody.
December 18th, 2007 at 11:50 am
Count me in on the Chromasia Freebee Friday drawing. The eyes David is able to capture are amazing, good luck all!
December 19th, 2007 at 1:39 am
What a great freebie! Please count me in.
December 19th, 2007 at 2:30 am
It's a great opportunity to learn!
December 21st, 2007 at 8:35 am
Here's the cutoff!
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Any comment after this point won't count.
December 21st, 2007 at 12:46 pm
oooohhh... I love freebies, and I love Chromasia!