Tame time-consuming tasks, create presets, and more Over 60 techniques
that help you save time by Installing plug-ins and downloading tool
presets Customizing your workspace for the way you work Developing your
own digital negatives using Camera RAW Getting it right the first time
when preparing for printing Creating custom keyboard shortcuts for
repetitive tasks Batch-processing files with custom actions The Dummies
Way Tricks and tips for working smarter Explanations in plain English
“Get in, get out” information Contents arranged by technique Advice
that goes beyond the basics A dash of humor and fun

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How often have you wished you had access to the team behind your
favorite software–in this case, Adobe Illustrator–so that you could
really pick their brains about all of its coolest features? With this
book, you do. In these pages, the Adobe Creative Team gives you a
guided tour of the graphics powerhouse, Adobe Illustrator CS2. Best of
all, it does so at your pace. Whether your beautifully designed
graphics end up in print, the Web, broadcast video, or even cell phone
displays, this book shows you how to get them there–easily, elegantly,
and efficiently. You’ll find step-by-step, project-based lessons in all
of Illustrator’s key features, including those that are new to CS2:
Live Trace, Illustrator�s powerful bitmap-to-vector tracing tool; Live
Paint, a revolutionary paint tool that lets you apply color to vector
graphics intuitively and easily; the new Control Palette, which makes
tools easier to locate and select, the Adobe Bridge file browser,
tighter integration with Photoshop CS2, and more. Each chapter contains
a project that builds on your growing knowledge of the program, while
the companion CD includes all the files you need to complete the book’s
lessons.

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Includes companion Web site with bonus chapters and more! Here s how to
make friends with the top graphics software for both Macandreg; and
Windowsandreg; So you thought Illustrator should really be called
“Intimidator”? Not so! Let this book draw you a map through the jungle
of pages, paths, pixels, and Pen tools, and before you know it, you ll
have your creations in print, on the Web, or even on a PDA. Then, just
smile mysteriously when folks say “Wow!” The Dummies Way Explanations
in plain English “Get in, get out” information Icons and other
navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor
and fun

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Self-paced, self-guided instruction is all well and good, but at the end of the day, most people could use a little feedback–especially when they’re ready to build a design portfolio and hit the job market. Not to worry, this book provides actual instructor feedback along with the self-paced, individualized instruction in Photoshop and Illustrator that designers need. Written by the faculty of New York-based, accredited online design school Sessions.edu, the book uses the school’s trademark project-based curriculum to teach essential design concepts with Photoshop and Illustrator. After a brief intro to the world of graphic design, Sessions instructors provide quick “refresher course” chapters on the two programs. Then, armed with Photoshop and Illustrator basics, readers tackle a series of projects that stretch their imagination and creative muscles involving logo design, magazine layouts, illustrations, poster design, digital imaging, book cover design, packaging design, and more. Best of all, readers are encouraged to post their work for expert feedback from Session.edu faculty on “Studio Sessions,” the custom Web site created for this book.

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Photoshop can be an intimidating and time-consuming program to
learn. Wouldn’t you rather spend your time learning by doing rather
than reading? Adobe Photoshop CS 2 On Demand features
step-by-step instructions with accompanying visuals so that you spend
more time learning and less time reading. The in-depth, wide-ranging
coverage will enable you to get the most out of Photoshop CS 2 and
included tool, such as:

• File browser
• Brush special effects
• Photo retouching
• Enhanced web output features
• Healing brush

Studying
for the Adobe Certified Exam for Photoshop? This tutorial also includes
exam objectives throughout its pages. You will become a master of
Photoshop CS 2 with the help of Adobe Photoshop CS 2 On Demand.

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Photoshop is one of those programs that’s so cool you just want to dive
right in and start creating–but by plunging in head-first, without any
guidance, you’re likely to miss a lot. There’s a solution: With this
book, you learn by doing, getting your feet wet immediately as you
progress through a series of hands-on projects that build on your
growing Photoshop knowledge. Simple step-by-step instructions, review
questions at the end of each chapter, and a companion CD with all of
the book’s project files make learning a breeze as the Adobe Creative
Team takes you on a self-paced tour of the image-editing powerhouse.
Completely revised to cover all of Photoshop CS’s new features
(including a new file browser, nonsquare pixel support, Layer comps for
creating design variations, and more), the book starts with an
introductory tour of the software and then progresses on through
lessons on everything from Photoshop’s interface to more complex topics
like color management, Web graphics, and photo retouching.

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“Galen s industry experience has made him a reliable source of
information, and he s well respected and trusted. His books are lively,
fun, and educational.” Shellie L. Hall, Publishing Guru and Principal
of the DuckType Consultancy If Adobe InDesign cs can do it, you can do
it too … InDesign CS brings dozens of exciting new features to an
upstart layout program that is fast becoming a major powerhouse. This
comprehensive reference helps you use them to create stunning catalogs,
brochures, magazines, or interactive PDFs. Discover how to create and
save assorted presets for easy access to proven formatting, and how to
apply several levels of formatting intelligently using nested style
sheets. Explore the enhanced behind-the-scenes capabilities that let
InDesign make it easier than ever to produce cutting-edge documents.
Everything you need to know is right here. Inside, you ll find complete
coverage of Adobe InDesign cs Apply formatting to almost any object
through the new Control palette Make InDesign work the way you do with
customizable keyboard shortcuts, workspace arrangements, and other
saved presets that can be switched easily in multiuser environments
Increase your control over print output through new bleed and slug
tools and the enhanced text-wrap tool Create custom colors and duotone
effects with the new ink-mixing tool Integrate InDesign CS seamlessly
into your production workflow with native support for Photoshopandreg;,
Illustratorandreg;, and Acrobatandreg; Get answers fast, with hundred
of tips and a complete reference to shortcuts Switch to InDesign from
QuarkXPressandreg; or PageMakerandreg;, painlessly Simplify workgroup
operations with the InCopy add-on Use Mac OSandreg; X and
Windowsandreg; 2000/XP for the ultimate publishing environment.

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Whether you’re a hobbyist or a pro, look what you can do with Elements
4! Photoshop Elements is all grown up - a powerful program that’s easy
to use and gives professional results. This book’s step-by-step
instructions and full-color examples help you take creative control of
Photoshop Elements’ tools. From sharpening and improving contrast to
creating greeting cards, calendars, and photo albums in Windows, here’s
how to tweak, improve, print, and share great pictures. Discover how to
* Create sharp and colorful images for printing * Combine multiple
images into creative collages * Correct color, contrast, and clarity *
Share photos as PDF slideshows * Build a Web photo gallery * Organize
and find photos fast

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by Theo Pavlidis

Hardcover: 384 pages

Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (April 1, 1999)

Language: English

ISBN: 0306460653

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You’re no stranger to Photoshop. But sometimes, it certainly would
simplify your life if you had a step-by-step recipe for fixing this
problem or creating that effect. And wouldn’t it be nice if you could
see the expected result? Open this book and that’s what you’ll find.
From basic enhancements like sharpening contrast and tweaking lighting
to radical makeovers that change backgrounds or add elements, you
simply pick your project, follow the directions, and watch blah
“befores” become amazing “afters”!

The cream of the makeovers crop, including

• Dimensional makeovers, such as adding image area, altering dimensions, or creating a panorama
• Exposure enhancements�bringing subjects out of shadow or adjusting contrast
• Color corrections using highlights, adjusting color object by object, or matching color across images
• Controlling composition by desaturating, removing distracting objects, and creating a focal point
• Mode makeovers�interchanging black-and-white, color, grayscale, and transparency
• Repurposing images from digital to print or print to the Web

Companion Web Site

Find bonus makeover chapters, images from most of the projects in the book, and more at www.wiley.com/go/makeovers

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