Hi Roxee
Let me add my welcome, too. Washington as in State of or D.C. area?
RE: Elements vs. Picture It
As a matter of fact I was looking into Picture It myself just recently. If I'm not mistaken there was a $30 rebate that expired 12/31. Doesn't it figure?
If you haven't seen these reviews at about.com, they should help give you an idea of pros/cons for each program:
PSElements
http://graphicssoft.about.com/librar...pselements.htm
Picture It!
http://graphicssoft.about.com/cs/ima...rms=picture+it
A good site to check for user reviews (and do price comparison shopping) is CNET.com if you haven't checked there yet.
After you do your research if you find yourself undecided about which way to go, (for what it's worth) I'd give the nod to Elements. Elements will have a huge advantage over Picture It! when it comes to supplemental books, internet tutorials and other learning resources.
Since both programs have HUGE amounts of functionality, be prepared that regardless of which one you choose there will a fair amount of learning that goes with it.
Hope this helps. Good luck.
~DannyR~