
ISBN: 9780240521558
Pages: 320
Format: Book - Paperback
Publication Date: March 13, 2009
Size:
16.2 MBContentsThe Basics of LayersLayer ManagementObject and Image Area Isolation in LayersMaskingApplying Layer EffectsExploring Layer ModesAdvanced Blending with Blend IfBreaking Out ComponentsTaking an Image through the ProcessMaking a Layered Collage or Composite ImagePhotoshop's Essential Tool ListIndexDescriptionMasterPhotoshop CS4 with this visual, hands-on guide to using layers, under the expert guidance
of digital imaging specialist Richard Lynch. Layers, Photoshop's most powerful feature,
is the core of a nondestructive image-editing workflow.
Step-by-step instructions and practical examples illustrate how to.
* Polish: correct and enhance color, fix composition problems, and repair damage or flaws
* Manipulate: isolate image areas for changes, adjustments and experimental concepts
* Understand: use all forms of layer blending, including transparency, clipping masks, opacity/fill,
layer masks, layer modes, channel targeting, Blend If, and Effects/Styles
The accompanying DVD comes complete with a generous library of practical actions based on techniques from
the book that add functional power to Photoshop, along with practice images for all the exercises in the book.
This focused, highly accurate, comprehensive, and practical guide offers invaluable advice
for all users of Adobe Photoshop CS4.
* Unleash the full power of Layers in Photoshop for limitless non-destructive creative image editing
* Step-by-step real-life projects take you through every aspect of the layers tool, including masking,
blending, and modes, all in the context of a practical photoshop workflow
* Ancillary CD contains all the practice images used in the book
From the Back CoverMaster Photoshop CS4 with this visual, hands-on guide to using Layers, under the expert guidance
of digital imaging specialist Richard Lynch. Layers, Photoshop's most powerful feature,
is the core of a nondestructive image-editing work flow.
Step-by-step instructions and practical examples illustrate how to .
* Polish: correct and enhance color, fix composition problems, and repair damage or flaws
* Manipulate: isolate image areas for changes, adjustments, and experimental concepts
* Understand: use all forms of layer blending, including transparency, clipping masks, opacity/fill,
layer masks, layer modes, channel targeting, Blend If, and effects/styles
The accompanying CD comes complete with a generous library of practical actions based on techniques
from the book that add functional power to Photoshop, along with practice images for all the exercises
in the book.This focused, highly accurate, comprehensive, and practical guide offers invaluable advice
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