x, 451 p. , col. ill. , 24 cm. + , 1 CD-ROM (4 4/3 in.)
(Classroom in a book)
"CD-ROM included for Windows and Mac OS" -- Cover.
Electronic
Includes index.
Fourteen lessons in Adobe Photoshop CS4 Classroom in a Book cover basic and advanced techniques in Adobe Photoshop. Learn how to retouch digital photos, work with layers and masks, navigate the workspace, prepare images print, and explore the latest features. Includes tips, extra-credit exercises, and step-by-step lessons.
Getting started -- 1. Getting to know the work area -- 2. Basic photo corrections -- 3. Working with selections -- 4. Layer basics -- 5. Masks and channels -- 6. Correcting and enhancing digital photographs -- 7. Typographic design -- 8. Vector drawing techniques -- 9. Advanced layering -- 10. Advanced compositing -- 11. Preparing files for the web -- 12. Working with 3D images -- 13. Working with scientific images -- 14. Producing and printing consistment color.