I am going to blog about learning how to use Photoshop Elements 8. I plan on following a book as I learn and post about each lesson in the book. I have a few questions to start with before I begin.

1. Am I allowed to use the word "Photoshop" in my domain name? Or is it a trademark violation?

2. Would it be a good idea to contact the author of the book to let him know how I am using it? Should I ask for any special permissions?

P.S. Do you have any other suggestions that I should think about as I blog about this topic?

Thanks,
judi