In 2008, Adobe Photoshop pro and best-selling author Matt Kloskowski broke new ground teaching Photoshop by focusing on the one thing that makes Photoshop the amazing (and sometimes difficult to understand) program it is: layers. Now, Matt returns with a major update that covers layers in Photoshop CS5 in the same concise, easy to understand way that's made him so well known in the field of Photoshop training. When asked about the original version of this book, Matt said, "I wanted it to be the Photoshop book that I wish ...
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In 2008, Adobe Photoshop pro and best-selling author Matt Kloskowski broke new ground teaching Photoshop by focusing on the one thing that makes Photoshop the amazing (and sometimes difficult to understand) program it is: layers. Now, Matt returns with a major update that covers layers in Photoshop CS5 in the same concise, easy to understand way that's made him so well known in the field of Photoshop training. When asked about the original version of this book, Matt said, "I wanted it to be the Photoshop book that I wish was around when I was first learning." This update improves upon that concept. Within these pages, you'll learn about: Working with and managing multiple layers in Photoshop CS5 Building multiple-layer images Blending layers together Layer masking and just how easy it is Which of the 25+ layer blend modes you really need to know (there are just a few) Using layers to enhance and retouch your photos All of the tips and tricks that make using layers a breeze Plus, a new chapter on advanced layer techniques and compositing to help take your work to the next level If you want to fully understand layers in Photoshop CS5, this book is the one you've been waiting for!
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I've been using Photoshop since 2001 and am pretty much self-taught. At this time I'd consider myself a ?fairly advanced? user of this beastly program.
On various forums I surf, e.g. Adobe, DPReview, Fred Miranda, etc. a question that frequently comes up goes something like, "I'm fairly new at Photoshop... What book do you recommend?" Based on mostly favorable reviews, I purchased this book for a friend who is just getting into PS. I'm very glad I did, as is she.
After thumbing through it I sure wish it had been available when I was just getting started. It would have considerably shortened the steep Photoshop learning curve. It's well suited for one who has poked around with Photoshop and come to the conclusion, "I want to learn more, but I'm not sure where to start."
Why I would recommend it:
* It focuses on basics and fundamentals. If you?re having trouble connecting the dots between things like layers, layer masks, adjustment layers, blend modes, channels, selections, alpha channels, this will help you get there without a lot of frustration and confusion.
* Practical value. Concepts and techniques presented are useful regardless of the type of photography one does (or plans to do), e.g., portrait, fashion, jewelry, scenic, animals, kids, family snapshots, etc.
* Small doses, easy read. For the most part methods are presented step-by-step via multiple screenshots without a whole lot of confusing text. Some books can bury a rookie with pages and pages of gory detail. Not this one.
* Very good detail. Commands and setting details are presented via screenshots and/or clearly written text. No need to ?guess? how a result was achieved.
* Photos used in the book are available for download so one can replicate techniques on your own computer.
* Mac and PC friendly.
What's not to like?
Probably not a great deal of value to one (like me) who has fairly extensive Photoshop background. More appropriate for those with less than 2 years experience.
WaltP
Sep 17, 2009
Very Good Book
Did a very good job of giving me a working understanding of Photoshop Layers. Much more so than four previous books on Photoshop. Well written.
