Photoshop CS3 Prepress Essentials

InPhotoshop CS3 Prepress Essentials, instructor Taz Tally, Ph.D., teaches Photoshop CS3 users how to best prepare color and black-and-white images for print use. From explaining tools and workflows to discussing image channels, resolution, bit depth and modes, Taz explores all of Photoshop CS3's important prepress features. He guides viewers through concrete, practical exercises in image editing, correction, and adjustment, demonstrating how to get real-world, professional results. He also covers how to automate processes once settings are determined for specific needs. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Topics Include:

• Understanding the prepress process
• Integrating Bridge with the prepress workflow
• Creating and working with duplicate images
• Understanding image fundamentals
• Working with input devices
• Assigning and creating colors
• Creating spot color and duotone images
• Working with mode corrections and color separations
• Working with placed Photoshop documents in InDesign
• Managing RGB to CMYK conversions and proofing
• Automating prepress processes

Duration: 7.5 hours
On 2 CD-ROMs