Publisher's Synopsis
The book teaches by showing - using step-by-step illustrations and clear, practical guidelines to present the basic technical information that users need in order to use Adobe PhotoShop effectively and profitably. It reviews fundamentals - from resolution, sizing and sampling, to colour palettes and curve control, input and output. Illustrated throughout, the book includes 16 pages of full-colour illustrations, created by top PhotoShop artists. Each is accompanied by a brief explanation of the techniques used.;This book covers the 2.5 Macintosh release. It also contains a "gallery" which features finished illustrations by PhotoShop artists - together with an explanation of how to create and produce each image. Tips and tricks are given throughout.;The book is aimed at users of all levels.
