Your one-stop Photoshop reference, filled with the latest tips and techniques
There’s a reason why Photoshop is the industry standard for image-editing software. But it’s also that big, Photoshop has so many facets and features that a handy one-stop guide is exactly what you need. And you’ll love the “Putting It Together” exercises that give you hands-on experience – in rich, full color!
Learn the parts — the desktop, menus, panels, and key tools, and how to use Adobe Bridge
Make your selection — learn about each of the selection tools plus the powerful Pen tool and Paths panel
Brush up — on the Brush and Pencil tools and how to create vector shapes, create and edit type, and put type on a path
Restore and retouch — correct and enhance color, improve contrast, and use the Clone Stamp and Healing tools to fix flaws and damage
Print it — learn how to get the right resolution, image mode, and file format, and prepare your work for printing
Open the book and find:
How to crop images and increase their canvas size
Tips for creating gradients and patterns
Advice on resizing images
How to composite images with layers and blending modes
Filter techniques to correct or alter images
How the Vanishing Point feature makes editing easier
Steps for making adjustments with levels and curves
How to create contact sheets
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars CS4
I have already learned a lot about this program and have put most into use.
5 Stars This is a very good book!
I’ve used every version of Photoshop since 3. I would be embarrassed to admit how many PhotoShop books I’ve bought and read. Somehow, I thought I would be beyond a “Dummmies” book but I was wrong. This is a very good book. It is reasonably thorough with just under 700 pages even though it is done in a concise fashion. It is beautifully organized and the writing is clear and crisp. There is excellent use of instructional images and graphics.
I’m very glad I didn’t miss this great book. If you want to get serious about learning PhotoShop CS4, you can’t go wrong here.
Get your picture-perfect guide to using all the cool features of Photoshop CS3.
Whether you’re new to Photoshop, want to take your skills up a notch, or want to quickly master the new features and enhancements in Photoshop CS3, you’ve come to the right place. Nine easy-to-follow minibooks cover Photoshop fundamentals plus the newest tools and techniques. “Putting It Together” exercises give you hands-on experience. This is your one-stop guide to Photoshop. You’ll learn to:
Specify size and resolution.
Correct contrast, color, and clarity.
Create top-notch selections.
Composite images with layers and blending modes.
Make adjustments with levels and curves.
Prep graphics for print or the Web.
Order your copy of this 9 books in 1 – with hundreds of examples in full color — today!
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars A usable practical guide for serious readers.
If you are like me — an intelligent (I hope) experienced computer person who has never used Photoshop but wants to learn how to do useful work (not just play around) — this book is for you. For example, you can actually look in the index and find what you are looking for.
5 Stars Excellent full explanation reference
I liked “Photoshop CS3 for Dummies” as a good overview text – then I use this “Photoshop CS3 All-in-one Reference for Dummies” as a detailed text on most of the heavy features of Photoshop. I was pretty good with Photoshop CS and all the versions of the program before – but I am learning a GREAT deal from this tome on the more sophisticated features.
5 Stars awesome resource
This is a great resource at a fraction of the price of the book from adobe. Highly recommended!
5 Stars A perfect pick for any who find detailed Photoshop coverages confusing.
Plenty of Photoshop CS3 books on the market update information to this latest Photoshop release, but few offer an extensive desk reference packing in the latest tools and techniques of the latest program with easy details on how to do everything from simple adjustments such as specifying size to using layering and blending modes for advanced compositions and refinement. From full color screen shots and color examples of modified photos to techniques and strategies, Photoshop CS3 All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies is one of the most extensive coverages on the market – and a perfect pick for any who find detailed Photoshop coverages confusing.
Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch
4 Stars Too rich
A complete analysis of the subject with the risk to be excessively rich of information
Bring out all your old storage boxes of photos, and open up all the images you’ve shot that were just “okay.” In his latest book, Matt Kloskowski shows you how to restore old photos and retouch newer ones to make your images go from so-so to great. Matt trains thousands of people each year, showing them exactly how to make their photos (and the people in those photos) look their very best. He won’t bog readers down with unnecessary details, but instead will show them, with clear step-by-step instructions, the best techniques in Photoshop Elements to make the best images. Everyone wants their photos to look great, and to be appreciated and noticed by their family and friends. With Matt’s newest book, readers will learn the most useful techniques for restoring old photos–from removing dust and mold to repairing scratches and tears–and retouching images of people–including specific sections about working on difficult areas, such as the eyes and mouth.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Photoshop Elements restoration & retouching
In one word WOW! You have to have this book, Matt explains things in simple terms and makes using PSE easy to use.
Bill
5 Stars The best ‘how to’ book ever!
I found this book at the local library and kept renewing it because it was so helpful. I have elements 6 (the book is for elements 5) but this is by far the best book on elements photoshop that I have found. I have used it many times on my photos. If you are a beginner with elements like me then you will love this book! In case you are wondering, I have also purchased 3 other elements 6 photoshop books before I purchased this book. The first was ‘Photoshop Elements 6 for Dummies’, then ‘Teach Yourself Visually Adobe Photoshop Elements 6′ and last ‘Photoshop Elements 6 in easy steps’. Now I can stop!
4 Stars The Photoshop Elements 5 Restoration and retouching book
A very informative and well written book. The man knows his subject, but does not go so far into theory as to lose the average reader.
5 Stars nice book
I love this book. It makes my life easier. What more could you ask for. This was just what i needed.
5 Stars Great “Step-by-Step” Guide
Very helpful and easy to follow. If you want a step-by-step guide to correcting some of the most common photograph problems using Photoshop Elements, then this book is for you.
What do you look for in a Photoshop Book? Or a Photography Book?I’ve been thinking about Photoshop and photography books lately and what I hope for whenever I pick one up: quality imagery, something new (or old, done in a new way), engaging writing, a glimpse into the creative process, a sense of the big picture, etc. But how about you?When you select a new book to help you with your work, what do you look for? Is it the tips and tutorials? The images? The technique? The entire workflow? The nut
