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Photoshop CS6: The Missing Manual
Author(s): Lesa Snider (Author)
- Publisher: O′Reilly
- Publication Date: 1 Jun. 2012
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 884 pages
- ISBN-10: 1449316158
- ISBN-13: 9781449316150
Book Description
Photoshop CS6 is truly amazing, but it can also be overwhelming if youâ(TM)re just getting started. This book makes learning Photoshop a breeze by explaining things in a friendly, conversational styleâ”without technical jargon. After a thorough introduction to the program, youâ(TM)ll delve deep into Photoshopâ(TM)s secrets with expert tips and practical advice you can use every day.
The important stuff you need to know:
- Learn your way around. Get a guided tour of Photoshopâ(TM)s beautiful new workspace.
- Unlock the magic. Discover the most practical ways to use layers, channels, masks, paths, and other tools.
- Fine-tune your images. Learn techniques for cropping, retouching, and combining photos.
- Play with color. Drain, change, and add color; and create gorgeous black-and-whites and duotones.
- Be artistic. Create original illustrations and paintings, use text and filters effectively, and edit video clips.
- Share your work. Produce great-looking images for print and the Web.
- Work smarter and faster. Automate common chores and install plug-ins for complex tasks.
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About the Author
During her free time, you’ll find Lesa carving the twisties on her sportbike, dressed up in her Star Trek best at a sci-fi convention, or hanging with fellow Apple Mac enthusiasts. Lesa is a proud member of the BMWMOA, F800 Riders Club, and the Colorado Mac User Group (www.CoMUG.com) a.k.a. the Boulder Mac Maniacs. Email: lesa@photolesa.com.
