Good place to learn some nice banner making skills?

[aliasneo]

Hi guys, I want to start making some nice graphics for my site and wonder if anyone can point me to some good resources for learning.

I have the ideas, I just like the skills for making the nice designs I like etc. If there are any specific softwares that help please nae some too.

 

[dbdbdesigns]

I think this is one of the best sites for learning media based stuff
http://tutsplus.com/

Enjoy!

 

[aliasneo]

Thanks, looks brilliant.