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Ideas for the new year – please tell me what you want to see from MCP in 2009

I am out of town through Sunday with my family, then back home for 2 days, and then out of town again for 5 days for my sister’s wedding.  So I will be busy and away from my computer a lot to say the least.  I will have it with me, and I will try…

The stores are all closed… Do you still need a gift for a photographer?

It is not too late to purchase a gift from MCP Actions for the Holidays.  I will email gifts purchased tonight on my site by midnight eastern time.  For those in other time zones, I will email out photoshop actions again 1st thing in the AM so you will have them in time for Christmas.…

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Happy Holidays to Me! Yay!!! My 5D MKII has arrived…

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Want to give or receive an MCP Actions Gift Certificate for the Holidays?

I have had numerous requests for Gift Certificates for the Holidays.  Some people are asking if they can buy them for someone, while others are wanting to add these to their wish list from Santa or Spouse. You can purchase and then redeem a Gift Certificate for MCP Actions by emailing me at [email protected]. Just…

Operation Project Cleanup – ALIEN BEES LIGHT, SOFTBOX, and LIGHTSTAND for sale.

Have you been thinking of getting your first Studio Flash Unit?  Or are you looking for one more light to complete your set? In the process of converting my studio into an office, I have decided I just do not have room to keep all 4 lights.  So, I will be selling ONE complete one…

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Last chance: retiring the “polka dot borders set” for elements and photoshop

This is a .psd of polka dot borders.  I created this back when MCP Actions first started and many of my customers were children’s store owners and eBayers.  These are perfect for scrapbookers and eBayers, but I have decided to retire this set from my website.  It is now off of my site, but can…

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ONLINE GROUP WORKSHOP – Using Cards & Templates (just in time for the holidays)

Using Cards & Templates in Photoshop (just in time for the holidays) Have you ever purchased a template, storyboard, birth announcement, holiday card, etc. only to find out you have no idea how to customize it or even how to insert and resize photos to fit?  If so, you are not alone.  Thanks to some amazing…

Funny Elementary School Election Story – could this be an early exit poll?

I just had to share this funny election story. My 6 year old girls got home from school today and said that they got to vote.  So I asked who they voted for.  They each said “Obama.”  I asked “Why did you vote for Obama?”  Each had a different reply. Jenna said they learned in…

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My new age as of 5:11 A.M. 37.  I just wanted to thank all of you who are on my Facebook who wrote to me wishing me a Happy Birthday.  I have the most amazing fans and readers and I really appreciate it. I am so excited to bring you all more exciting contests, tutorials…

Looking for guest bloggers & prizes – promote yourself and your business

If you are looking for a great way to promote your business, you can be a guest blogger on MCP Actions.  I would love to hear from you.  Just send me an email and let me know what you want to contribute.  Or if you know of someone that you would love to see here,…

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Elements 7.0 – I did not forget about you… Photoshop actions?

I am not sure that I could do a review on Photoshop Elements since I do not use it in my every day life.  But I want to tell you, I purchased Photoshop Elements 7.0 today.  And I have some FANTASTIC NEWS for elements users who upgrade to this version.  Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 –…

Photoshop CS4 has arrived – plus important photoshop training info

I wish I had time to do a full report for you right now on CS4, but it will likely be days before I get to really dive in and get to know it. I am testing all of my action sets so I can let you know if any had to be revised.  So…

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Photoshop CS4 – Do you need to upgrade? My 1st Impressions…

Some people LOVE new toys.  Some people get overwhelmed by change. If you love new things, go buy Photoshop CS4 as soon as you can.  If you are not, well… you may still want to but I will warn you that the interface has changed pretty dramatically and it will take some getting use to.

New Candidate for President!

Check out this video if you are sick of the same old political talk!

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Want to learn more about Photoshop? Become a member of NAPP?

If you are a serious hobbiest photographer, professional photographer, or just love editing photos in Photoshop, you really owe it to yourself to join the National Association of Photoshop Professionals.  It is an incredible organization.  People often ask me how I continue to learn more in Photoshop, the NAPP is where I go for more…

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My “American Girls” plus a before & after with editing directions

Here are my twins plus their twin American Girl dolls. They went to an “American Girl” themed charity tea to raise money for our children’s hospital.  I snapped these before they left with my mother in law. They had a fantastic time.  They love watching sports and playing with dolls too.  What can I say, they have diverse interests.…

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winner of the 16×20 mounted e-surface color inc print is…

And the winner is… LIN of She has a wonderful pet photography business and is using the magic print it boards in advertising and print work. Here are two examples of her work with the boards.  Thank you everyone who shared with me.

Magic Print It Boards are here + Magic Blog It Boards: Set 2

Magic Blog It Boards have changed the way photographers prepare and display photos on the web.  Now more choices than ever!  MAGIC BLOG IT BOARD ACTIONS SET 2 are here! The MCP “Magic Blog It Board” photoshop actions create collages and display boards with between 2 and 9 openings. The actions insert photos for you and will drastically…

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magic blog it boards – customers love sharing these…

MCP Actions Website | MCP Flickr Group | MCP Reviews MCP Actions Quick Purchase I have never had an action set where I get this many customers sharing their results with me.  So I want to share some more with you.  These are so fun!  And coming OCTOBER 1st, I have “Magic Blog It Boards Set…

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Let the “sweet” voting begin… Please vote for your favorite 3.

MCP Actions Website | MCP Flickr Group | MCP Reviews MCP Actions Quick Purchase This may have been the hardest contest to pick winners.  My twins were half successful.  They had two jobs to do – pick one 1st prize winner (for the MCP Actions Set) – which they did. The 2nd part they could…

Adobe Photoshop CS4 – announced today – tell me what you think…

I would love to hear your thoughts (in the comments) on Adobe Photoshop CS4 that was announced today.  For me every version is a must have.  But will it be a MUST HAVE for you? If it is, you can PRE-ORDER from Adobe.  I am ordering after I finish this post.  I am so excited.  How…

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