"Thanks Jon! :) Actually I don't use a tablet. I want to get one, but I havn't been able to justify the cost yet. So I use my mouse for everything."

I'm currently using an old 4"x5" WACOM Graphire pen and tablet. Graphire3 - Product Information <www.wacom.com> The latest model (Graphire3) costs about $100 retail and is bundled with Adobe Photoshop Elements 2 and Corel Painter Essentials 2.

You can save $20 upgrading from Elements 2 to Elements 3--an instant rebate. This offer expires Feb. 28. Adobe Store - Adobe Photoshop Elements Macintosh Upgrade <store.adobe.com>

You can save $100 buying the full version of Corel Painter IX or save $50 upgrading from versions 6-8. Graphire Privileges <www.wacom.com>