tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post6356136099759217961..comments2023-10-30T03:38:46.243-07:00Comments on Gallo Organico: How do you "use" an online class?Maria Ontiveroshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00120998825608732473noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-3539096305845079432011-10-27T13:32:08.243-07:002011-10-27T13:32:08.243-07:00Mostly I use them for inspiration & blog fodde...Mostly I use them for inspiration & blog fodder. I'm erratic about forum participation, it depends on the class size. I take a lot of daily prompt type classes & I NEVER get things done daily. Not ever. I tend to save prompts up and do several pages at once or even combine prompts into a single page. Sometimes I blog the prompt and weeks later manage a layout.<br />And I am going to admit I never watch the videos. I don't watch any videos online really, maybe the occasional youTube but my internet speed is such that video watching is painful & I've had to skip some photo editing classes because they were mostly video based.ComfyMom~Staceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15645425225886356909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-75088726966305425282011-10-25T18:44:33.681-07:002011-10-25T18:44:33.681-07:00Like Amy, it depends on the class. If it's a p...Like Amy, it depends on the class. If it's a photography class, then I'm focused on technique and I usually participate on the boards since I'm looking for constructive criticism, and want to learn from the other participants.<br /><br />Classes like Shimelle's current class, I use primarily for motivation and inspiration. Once in awhile I'll follow a sketch closely, but not too often. I used to participate on the boards a lot, but now I feel lucky to have the time to create, and have had to realize that I can't do it all!<br /><br />I've also taken a couple classes specifically to learn how to use equipment or to expand the ways I use some of the materials I own. I took a great class on the Silhouette when I first got it, and I use it much more often because I developed some confidence during the class.<br /><br />I'm not at all tired of your vacation layouts!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-57248689182681245832011-10-25T14:20:48.435-07:002011-10-25T14:20:48.435-07:00I love taking classes but I do not follow them to ...I love taking classes but I do not follow them to the letter and usually use them for a bit of inspiration. I love your LO the photos are just gorgeous and it works so well xCherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16624342603819739034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-56403553577247640482011-10-25T13:39:33.013-07:002011-10-25T13:39:33.013-07:00I too identify with much of what you've said R...I too identify with much of what you've said Rinda, though have found myself following prompts more with this class than JYC and LSNED. I'm enjoying the sketches this time too, but haven't found as much time to get on the forum, as I have in previous classes..love how you've used so many pics on your LO!<br />Alison xxAlisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08085826005055196079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-20991679759573753172011-10-25T13:10:42.224-07:002011-10-25T13:10:42.224-07:00Honestly, most classes bore me! I know that is sa...Honestly, most classes bore me! I know that is sad, but I lose interest really fast! Now if techniques are involved, then I am good to go. I have taken a couple of online classes and with those, you can make it more to your own personal liking! Either way, learning is a good thing! And speaking of learning, I hope you will come play at GM!Terryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11795317834832687423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-79407843052425738622011-10-25T06:54:37.616-07:002011-10-25T06:54:37.616-07:00I agree with what Laurie said above!!I agree with what Laurie said above!!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15780693383292026681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-5382299630984742502011-10-25T06:52:28.164-07:002011-10-25T06:52:28.164-07:00I have taken a few classes online and rarely follo...I have taken a few classes online and rarely follow prompts. I do prefer a live class setting where I can get and give instant feedback from other students. I never get tired of knowing your family through your photos.Irenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02562975747463073636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-43589755935734525222011-10-25T05:18:39.839-07:002011-10-25T05:18:39.839-07:00i like to start a class, get some ideas, run with ...i like to start a class, get some ideas, run with them and have a great time but i rarely ever "finish" the class. i blame that on lack of time but i am also easily distracted. :-)lauriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02433914150035377956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-25089385545438264832011-10-25T02:43:38.067-07:002011-10-25T02:43:38.067-07:00I'm not tired lol! Looking forward to seeing t...I'm not tired lol! Looking forward to seeing the next one too!<br /><br />As for classes, I can identify with a lot of what you've said here. I do sometimes follow a prompt or sketch exactly as well, but mainly I get inspiration and motivation from them; I do enjoy being involved on the class forum when I can (I missed it during this year's LSNED - I kept up with the project but just didn't have time for the forum and felt slightly detached from the class as a result); and while I don't set out to find blog fodder, I enjoy sharing my projects so I do end up with plenty of posts from classes! Particularly this one - I've got enough material for 2 posts a day till the end of October, and that's without the new layouts I confidently expect to be making through the rest of the class!humelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06337055138734278353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-91655752677109343062011-10-24T23:45:35.815-07:002011-10-24T23:45:35.815-07:00I also meant to say how much I like the page that ...I also meant to say how much I like the page that is almost entirely photos....works brilliantly.scrappyjackyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11761068895383717904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-61360616520058233392011-10-24T23:43:39.961-07:002011-10-24T23:43:39.961-07:00I think I use classes in much the same way as you,...I think I use classes in much the same way as you,Rinda...my main reason for doing them is inspiration....and Shimelle's are particularly inspiring....even though I often don't exactly follow the prompts....I like that they can take me out of my comfort zone and challenge me to try new things.<br />Classes definately motivate me to create.....and I always create more during a class.<br />I also sometimes take a class with the aim of learning something completely new....such as with the She Art class.<br />I'm not so concerned with the forums....apart from Shimelle's which I always take part in...not quite sure why I particularly like hers....but it is so supportive and friendly.scrappyjackyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11761068895383717904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671093558941693832.post-47359912329427895982011-10-24T22:43:49.175-07:002011-10-24T22:43:49.175-07:00It really depends on what I want from the class.
...It really depends on what I want from the class.<br /><br />I do like some that are heavily technique focused, like a photography class or a digi scrapping class - with these ones I am more involved with 'homework', this can also end in tears though as these are the sorts I usually end up falling behind in .. there can be too much of a commitment, or, I am not good at time managment!<br /><br />Mostly I do not follow prompts or sketches in a class like a LSNED or a JYC, but, then, in DYL I followed carefully. <br /><br />I really enjoy open-ended classes, the sort that allow for individual interpretation and have an emphasis on journaling and journaling ideas.<br /><br />I don't use classes for blog fodder as often as I thought I would, I think that depends on how much involvement I have on the particular forum. Oh, and forums, they can be wonderful and terrible ... modified involvement is the key! ;-)Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04009119301336136337noreply@blogger.com