Does your teen daughter
- Have lots of extra time and complains (umm talks) to you on Motzei Shabbos, Sundays, or let's face it all the time about how bored she is?
- Love being creative--and just needs to be channeled in the right direction, so that she can truly shine?
- Use your phone to jazz up pictures with emojis and stickers any chance she can?
How does this sound?
- Your daughter will learn how to use her creativity to convert pictures into masterpieces you will kvell over (she will feel great)
- Your daughter will be busy with something fun (and educational) She will use her time in a kosher and constructive manner
- Your daughter will develop a way that she can truly shine. She will share her gorgeous designs with her grandmother, family, cousins, classmates and teachers--what a boost!
- Your daughter will be able to take part in the comfort of your own home wherever you live worldwide! Oh, and we even have it available on a USB!
PhotoCreative
Photo Retouching • Collaging • Special Effects
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Have fun while converting your photos into fabulous creations. You’ll learn how to adjust, crop, collage, apply cool photo effects and create some really awesome projects such as family trees, photo books, scrapbooking, favors and more.
Play around with your new skills as a hobby, or use them to start an enjoyable business.
- In a Nutshell
- Modules
- Price
Instructor: Malkie Scholnick
Format: Online or via USB
Time investment per week: 6-8 hours
This course is for you if:
- You enjoy taking pictures and would love to do more with them
- You want a creative outlet that will give you useful skills
- You need a course that will fit easily into your life
Each class includes tests and assignments to ensure that you’ve truly mastered the material.
We cover:
- Selections
- Collaging
- Masking
- Retouching
- Photo repair
- Special effects
Course topics include:
- Scrapbooks
- Keepsakes
- Calendars
- Coffee table books
- Collages
- Family trees
- Greeting cards
- Labels
- Party favors
Includes
- 3 months of got-your-back phone/email support
- 2 years of access to our super-clear video lessons
- Classes available online or on USB
- The software that you will own forever: Gimp (a powerful Photoshop alternative that needs no internet access) included
- BONUS: exclusive design templates
Total investment: $549
During the course...
Flexibility with Accountability
- Take classes when it works for you.
Internet-free
option
- We’ve got options suitable for all religious lifestyles.
- Our USB option does not need internet at all (only if you want to submit projects for feedback).
…and long after it ends!​
Power Your Edge
Podcast
- Gain inspiration from creatives in the Jewish world. Learn from their journeys and swipe tools to power your own edge.
Design Power
series
- These monthly classes keep our students and grads current on trends in the marketing and design fields.
The Edge weekly newsletter
- Tips, video tutorials, and other design goodies delivered to your inbox every Tuesday.
View sample projects
We are sharing some of the projects you will learn how to design during the lessons. We cannot share student projects because they use actual photos of their family and friends (and we value their privacy!)


FAQ
(Not the kitchen sink, but everything else. 🙂
As long as you’re very comfortable using a computer, you’re good. Beyond that, we’ll teach you from the ground, up.
We’ll be learning Gimp, a powerful Photoshop alternative. It’s included with your course materials
Each lesson is delivered in a video recording where you’ll hear the instructor talk while you view what she’s doing on her screen. You can pause, rewind and rewatch. (You can even watch at double speed in the online version, though we don’t recommend that. 🙂Â
The lessons are paired with a design project so you have a chance to work with your new skills. You’ll also get the files used in the lesson if you want even more practice.
If you have any questions during the course you can always reach us via phone or email during our tech support hours.Â
You’ll have access to the course videos for two years.
Definitely. We have two packages so you can choose the one that works best for you.
Online Package: You’ll receive your course login information by email within 24-48 business hours of registering. Your student portal will contain:
- all course outline booklets
- instructions and videos
- lesson filesÂ
PLUS contact information for any questions; we’re here for you all the way.
USB Package: Your course materials are packed into our signature stylish folder, including:
- A course outline booklet describing what we’ll cover in each lesson along, with that lesson’s homework assignment.
- A QuickStart guide which walks you through the process of getting started with the course. (Of course if you have any questions you can contact us!)
- Your USB drive, which contains all of the course videos, all files discussed during the lessons so that you can follow along on your own computer PLUS gorgeous templates . You’ll also find a bonus section with lots of free downloaded images you can use in your projects, plus many beautiful free fonts
- Gimp software (a powerful Photoshop alternative that does not need internet access!)
You need a computer with (at least):
- I5 processor
- 8 GB RAM
- USB drive
- Mouse (not just a trackpad)
- 15-inch screen
- The ability to play audio and videos
We also recommend email or internet access if you plan to send in your projects for comments
For the USB package you will need a Windows computer, since the files we send aren’t compatible with other models. (Sorry! You can still watch the videos online and get all other files by USB.)
It depends. No – really. It depends on how intensely you schedule yourself. The course could take you anywhere from 3 months to a year. It can even be done faster, depending on how intensely you pace yourself (but remember: you’ll also be dealing with the usual lineup of tests and reports from school…). Most students complete 1-2 lessons with projects per week.
When you sign up, we’ll work with you to create a personalized schedule so you can pace yourself properly.
Glad you asked. 🙂 Support is one of the hallmarks of The Bold Edge courses. We believe in being there for any questions you have. The PhotoCreative course includes three months of support and project feedback. (OK, that’s not really accurate. We actually answer our graduates’ questions way after they finish the course, too!)
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I recommend the PhotoCreative course to people looking to refine their graphic talent
it’s clear cut, hands-on, well-priced, and has amazing support! I took this course after the Graphic Design course. I was afraid there would be repetition but there wasn’t! I spend most of my time designing albums, photo books, collages, etc. There were tons of new ideas, tips, and tricks! Great for anyone looking to expand their graphics skills!Clear, enjoyable, and easy to follow​
I took the PhotoCreative Course and really learned tons. I always had a knack for graphics, but there’s nothing like learning it. By taking the course, I was able to combine my talent with the knowledge and experience I was gaining. The course was very clear, enjoyable, and easy to follow!A taste of The Bold Edge

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