Using field-tested methods and practical instruction in both Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, this book reveals eye-opening techniques, terrific workflow ideas, and timesaving ways to apply a broad array of Photoshop tools to optimize digital images of nature. Youll encounter spectacular photographs from exotic places around the world shot by the authors, as well as tips and examples from some of the most esteemed professional nature photographers. In addition, the CD-ROM includes more than 60 minutes of video training as well as sample images to help you practice the techniques featured in the book.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars A Must Have for Photographers Using Photoshop
If you are a photographer, and in particular a nature photographer, who has been using Photoshop to optimize your pictures, then this book is a must have. Building on the author’s previous knowledge of each version of Photoshop, it highlights the uniqueness of CS4 (and Elements). Photoshop can be a very intimidating program. However, this book is clear and concise. It discusses how to effectively and efficiently use Bridge to edit and catalog your pictures. It directs you on how best to bring your photo into CS4. It suggest a workflow that can be customized to meet your individual needs. It gives step-by-step instruction on techniques to enhance your photos supplying sample pictures to practice on. I have taken workshops with Ellen Anon and using this book is like having her in my computer room instructing me…from customizing my computer/printer settings to producing the finished product.
4 Stars CS$ for Nature Photographers
The first edition with Grey was a truly superior product. The new one may not be that superior. Mostly, the inclusion of Photoshop Essentials does not interest me, or make the book more valuable. Perhaps it is a gamble to see if that will increase the spectrum of purchasers.
So while the first volume was head and shoulders above anything else on the market, this one is slightly disappointing.
But basically it is well written and valuable.
5 Stars Excellent both as a text and a reference
I enjoyed this book … and it can be used both as a text from which to learn PS CS4 and a help reference once you get into PS CS4. The emphasis on Nature Photography is well thought out as the illustrations and text are well coordinated to show the best use of PS CS4 in this niche’ area of photography. It is easy to read and that is a plus.
5 Stars Excellent
This book is excellent and continues where cs3 left off. Ellon has a writing style that I really enjoy!
5 Stars Photoshop CS4 for Nature Photographers
If you are a photographer this book is an excellent introduction to CS4, if you are a nature photographer it’s a must. Clear, concise easy to understand instructions. The authors explanation of smart objects[what they are and how to use them]is superb.This book is an easy 5 stars.
Photoshop Elements 3 Essential Training offers all the tools and features you’ll need to improve the look of your photographs, organize your digital photo collection, and share your photos with family and friends. Expert Jan Kabili walks you step by step through the process of importing your photos into Elements and organizing them so they’re easy to find. She explains the program’s tools and features in easy-to-understand tutorials. You’ll learn how to apply those tools to fix common photo problems like color casts, improper exposure, red eye, and much more. Jan also shows you how to share your photos in slide shows, contact sheets, greeting cards, Web photo galleries, and other special photo creations.
Photoshop Elements 7 is packed with features to help amateur photographers with every stage of digital photo processing, from getting organized to sharing projects with family and friends. In Photoshop Elements 7 for Windows Essential Training, Jan Kabili shares workflow techniques for organizing, editing, creating projects, and sharing. She also demonstrates how to enhance photos with this budget-friendly software. Jan explains the latest updates to the Organizer and Editor workspaces, and also covers new features like the Smart Brush tool and Photoshop.com integration. Elements is very well known for its project features, and Jan shows how to create books, collages, panoramas, and more. Example files accompany the course. Topics Include:
Getting photos from a camera, scanner, or files
Organizing and finding photos with tags, albums, and Smart Collections
Using automatic and guided edit tools for common fixes
Mastering Full Edit mode for refining, retouching, and photo editing
Adding special effects and text
Sharing and backing up images on Photoshop.com
Duration: 6.75 hours On 1 DVD-ROM System RequirementsMacintosh Requirements
OS 10.3.9 or higher
DVD-ROM drive
1024×768 resolution
24-bit video support
QuickTime 7 or higher
Windows Requirements
XP or Vista
DVD-ROM Drive
1024×768 resolution
24-bit video support
PC sound card/speakers
QuickTime 7 or higher (included)
.NET 2.0 or higher (included)
User Ratings and Reviews
4 Stars Much better than a classroom-Easy way to learn Photoshop Elements
I have had elements for several years but never fully understood or took advantage of all of the great options it had to offer. After using this DVD I feel I have a much better understanding of the program and will enjoy using it so much more.
The instructor takes the total novice and walks you slowly and clearly through the program She is easy to follow and the DVD shows you clearly what you can do. To make it even better she provides practice exercise folders so you can work right along with her using the exact same pictures she is using in the instructions. The program is broken up into chapters and can be started and stopped as you need to . You can also bookmark certain pages for future reference.
My suggestion:
1.Better instruction should be provided re. how to set up the DVD and use it along with your own elements program
2. The DVD isn’t viewed well on a laptop as it would be on a full LCD screen or played on a traditional DVD player on your TV.. The reason is the screen doesn’t adjust fully to allow you to see the bottom of the screen where some adjustments are located and where the function buttons are for the DVD .
Conclusion:
I think this is a valuable learning tool and I will be able to go back and review items in the future as I need to refresh my memory or to try options that right now I don’t need . This is soooooooo much better than a simple class room training as I now have Jan Kabili on my DVD forever to help me use Elements fully.
1 Star Product fine, beware hidden costs.
Bought this from the US because I coudn’t find it on sale in UK.
Over 6 hours of full-motion, animated instruction with crystal-clear audio in Photoshop Elements. 137 individual lessons in Photoshop Elements 7.0, 6.0, 5.0 & 4.0. The best Photoshop Elements tutorial available. Designed by software training professionals. Learn at your office or home – at your own pace. Includes all of the topics covered in a comprehensive classroom training. Deluxe Training includes two printable instruction manuals our students receive (in PDF), along with practice exercises & keyboard shortcuts! Customize your training with the easy-to-use menu. Clear, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction. Watch the training sessions as many times as you want while you practice in Photoshop Elements. No messy set-up, no internet connections needed. The best way to learn Photoshop Elements on your own.
In Photoshop Elements 6 for Mac Essential Training, Ted LoCascio teaches casual photographers how to organize, edit, and share their digital image libraries using this powerful software package from Adobe. He tours the included Adobe Bridge application, used for importing and organizing photographs, and explores every feature of Elements itself. He demonstrates how to navigate the Elements workspace, which is used to correct and improve images, combine them into projects, and produce slideshows, photo books, web galleries, and more. Ted also explains how to get the most out of each editing mode, and shares tips for correcting, retouching, and sharpening photographs. Example files accompany the course. Topics Include:
Identifying photos by name, keyword, rating, and label
Locating photos with searches, filters, collections, and stacks
Using automated red-eye correction and sharpening tools
Making detailed color and tone corrections
Using Photomerge on faces and groups
Working with filters, artwork, and other image customizations
Scrapbooking
Duration: 8.5 hours On 1 DVD-ROM System RequirementsMacintosh Requirements
OS 10.3.9 or higher
DVD-ROM drive
1024×768 resolution
24-bit video support
QuickTime 7 or higher
Windows Requirements
XP or Vista
DVD-ROM Drive
1024×768 resolution
24-bit video support
PC sound card/speakers
QuickTime 7 or higher (included)
.NET 2.0 or higher (included)
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Photoshop Elements 6 for Mac
As I am a newbie to photoshop elements, I found this tutorial to be outstandingly clear and informative. As the title suggests, it is essential training. It will get you up and running using the program. Since Photoshop Elements has so many features that simply cannot be covered in a single 8 hour video.[...] I look forward to purchasing it when (and if) it becomes available.
by David Peters If you would like to go from a Elements newbie to a confident user consider in no time at all you may want to look into this amazing step-by-step video training system . You will discover how to edit your digital photos in a simplistic and fun package. These download video tutorials that can also be viewed online will enable you to look over David Peters shoulder as he reveals a complete package of photo editing tips that will help you in understanding all of the tools that
This amazing step-by-step video training system shows anyone go from just a complete newbie to a proficient and confident Photoshop Elements user in no time at all.
I love all of the little tools that come with Photoshop/Elements. This week I wanted to focus on the healing brush. I think the healing brush is one of my most used tools. I wonder how many wrinkles, snotty noses, chocolate covered mouths and crumbs I have removed from my photos??!! Removing them isn’t always necessary, but sometimes these messes can be quite distracting from an otherwise gorgeous photo. For example, my kids always seem to have a spot of food somewhere on their face and clo
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When we ask all of you for ideas on what types of tutorials you’d like to see posted on our site, some of the most requested ideas are: 1) Tutorials for Photoshop Elements and 2) Helping you learn how to “Make Eyes Pop.” For last week’s Fix-It Friday , Andrea Riley (one of our I ♥ Faces contributors) went all out and went in great depth on how to get those amazing eyes that you see in professional photography just by using Photoshop Elements. Her tutorial was so informative that we de
by David Peters Adobe has gone above and beyond with Photoshop Elements 6 software, giving us the right combination of both power and simplicity allowing us to take our photographs to the next level. With the user-friendly step by step instructions it doesn’t matter what kind of editing experience you have. Thanks to easy to use composing levels the easy image-selection tools allow you to perform more advanced retouching and enhancing easily. Included are creative image books, digital scrapboo
by David PetersAdobe has gone above and beyond with Photoshop Elements 6 software, giving us the right combination of both power and simplicity allowing us to take our photographs to the next level. With the user-friendly step by step instructions it doesn’t matter what kind of editing experience you have. Thanks to easy to use composing levels the easy image-selection tools allow you to perform more advanced retouching and enhancing easily. Included are creative image books, digital scrapbook p
by David Peters Adobe has gone above and beyond with Photoshop Elements 6 software, giving us the right combination of both power and simplicity allowing us to take our photographs to the next level. With the user-friendly step by step instructions it doesn’t matter what kind of editing experience you have. Thanks to easy to use composing levels the easy image-selection tools allow you to perform more advanced retouching and enhancing easily. Included are creative image books, digital scrapboo
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