Learn the power of photoshop the easy way, no jargon. Clear, concise and to the point...
Photoshop Essentials is the essential reference guide to getting around and using Photoshop providing a complete resource for both the beginner and the enthusiast.
This book explores
- Photoshop interface - not as scary as it looks,
- the tools at your disposal for all the tasks you would do in your every day needs
- magic wands,
- layers,
- clone tools,
- quick masks,
- filters,
- special effects,
- lighting effects,
- text, fonts and effects
- image adjustment,
- burn tools,
- vectors, brush, crop and select
- a look at the new 3D features.
- and more...
Techniques are illustrated in full colour step-by-step using photography and screen prints throughout, together with concise, easy to follow text from an established expert in the field, provides a comprehensive reference guide to Photoshop.
Whether you are a new Photoshop user, learning to use Photoshop, a digital photographer, or use it in your work, this book will provide you with a reference guide, a firm grasp of the underpinning foundations and equip you with the skills needed to use Photoshop like a expert.