Photoshop CS3 For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers))
by Peter Bauer
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Author: Peter BauerEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-04-23
ISBN: 0470111933
Number of pages: 416
Publisher: For Dummies
Book Reviews of Photoshop CS3 For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers))
Book Review: winner in many ways
Summary: 5 Stars
Photoshop CS3 for Dummies
reviewed by Dr. Eric Flescher, Olathe, KS: (dreric1kansas@aol.com)
Authors: Peter Bauer
Publisher: Wiley
Released: 2007
Pages: 396
$25 SA
30 Canada
16 UK
ISBN: 0-978-0-470-11193-2
Strengths: Well laid, easy to use and in color. Price is well worth it.
Weaknesses: No Cd
Novice/Intermediate/Advanced
Rating: 5/5
Photoshop is the premier graphics manipulation application. From humble beginnings, this program has developed into a "blockbuster," getting better and better, adding new features all the time. While there are many graphics programs that can do some of the tasks, Photoshop is the one that offers the most power and flexibility for the graphic professional. Now with the latest version, Photoshop CS3 has arrived at the next level. Using all the functions is not always easy. To meet that need, a guide for this version , Photoshop CS3 for Dummies, has been published. And many Photoshop users will find this book useful for a variety of reasons.
The author is Photoshop World Dream Team Instructor and is the author of graphic books, a host for video training titles and much more. His experiences in the field of graphics are displayed in this book and shows his excellent style, knowledge of graphics, and the Photoshop program.
The book spans 396 pages in five sections and twenty chapters. The pages and tutorials are well laid out. There is much white space so the text is not cramped and is very easy to read. Photos and and illustrations are in full color. Tutorials are aided by bold titles, numbered sections and steps. Like many of the dummies books, there are also icons which highlight tips, new features, warnings, technical stuff, remember(ing important information).
I really like this book for the many reasons. It is guidebook, resource guide and is very readable for the novice to the advanced. There is a fine and well done section learning about and using RAW images (ch.7), fine tuning fixes (ch.8), using images in text messages (ch.13), a well laid section on using unsharp mask and working with filters which includes an excellent table(ch.15).
This book is a great buy for many reasons, This book is more then a "dummies" book. The author communicates in concise, clear and understandable ways covering the strengths and versatility of the application while conveying a remarkable and easy to understand way to use program for your graphics needs. While this is a short review, I want to let you know again that this text will make a fine addition to graphic users, especially to those who are in need of a fine resource and guide to learn about or upgrade skills with photoshop CS3. You''ll be up and running in no time and learning more graphics capabilities. That's why I am ending this review short because not only is well done and I have said much already but I want to start using and learning now and gain some more new insights myself.
Summary of Photoshop CS3 For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers))
Loaded with the latest Photoshop tips and techniquesThe secrets of digital image editing - explained in plain English!
Photoshop CS3 is a powerhouse, and here's the fast and easy way to get up to speed on all the coolest features. This friendly guide helps you get images into Photoshop - and then turn them into dazzling works of art. You'll see how to work in the right file formats, master the Brushes palette, get creative with filters, convert color to grayscale, and more!
- Adjust brightness, improve color, and fix flaws
- Take advantage of the Raw file format
- Composite images with layers and blending modes
- Automate your tasks with scripts and Actions
- Apply the new Smart Filters to Smart Objects
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