Help on Photoshop

[Kanshisha]

I have photoshop but i don't know how to use it properly....
I know how to use the filters and effects but i do not know how to add pictures onto that sig/project/ avatar please help...If you can help me I will help you with your sig requests... which means i will be your little apprentice at sig making.....

ok the writing up top has been figured out now i need some tips...