Picked up X3, whats the best way to learn the software?

Use it! and maybe go with the DVD's in this link by Advanced Artists.

http://www.advancedartist.com/tutorials.html

 

do you know anyone who is.............good with corel? couple hours with them, would make it so easy.

 

To paraphrase Eddy Merckx....

"Draw alot"

 

I had a great pair of Eddy Merckx addida bicycle shoes, lead soles, stiff, before cleats were used. He was a great rider.

 

how far from grand rapids are u?

 

the initial start up screen should show tutorials also to get you up and running. Corel's website also has a lot of tutorials.

 

loads of tutorials online everywhere.
If you see something, try to draw it. Cereal boxes are fun!

 

Use the search feature on this forum and you will find links to a number of sites for tutorials!

 

The advanced artist link given above is the place to go. He offers a training package that not only explains draw but paint as well. Best money I've ever spent. Learned more in the short time I've watched his dvd than I ever would have trying to learn on my own. Plus if you join his site you have access to a bunch of other free stuff as well. The only downside is it's geared more for screenprinting than signs. But you will learn corel and all that it can do with his stuff.

Good luck!