Real World Adobe Illustrator CS5
* By Mordy Golding
* Published Jul 21, 2010 by Peachpit Press. Part of the Real World series.
o Copyright 2011
o Dimensions: 7-1/2 X 9-1/8
o Pages: 528
o Edition: 1st
o Book
o ISBN-13: 978-0-321-71306-3
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Real World Adobe Illustrator CS5 is the definitive reference to Adobe's industry-standard vector graphics software. With an easy, engaging style, author and past Illustrator product manager Mordy Golding takes you through all of the features of the program, explaining not only how to use the multitude of features but also why and when to use them. This edition has been thoroughly updated for Illustrator CS5 and includes techniques on using the new perspective tools to draw, move, scale or duplicate objects in perspective. This edition also covers the refinements to Illustrator's drawing tools, such as its Stroke panel and brushes, including the new Bristle Brush for painting, as well as the Shape Builder tool, which makes it easier to merge, break apart, or modify objects. The multiple artboards that were introduced in CS4 are easier to manage in CS5, with a full Artboards panel.
Along with tips, sidebars, and expert commentary, there are also numerous 4-color illustrations and screen shots from contributing artists included to offer readers the most complete coverage on this extraordinary application. Designers from all fields—illustrators, animators, package designers, graphic designers, Web designers, and more—will find Real World Adobe Illustrator CS5 their one-stop guide to creating powerful designs in Illustrator.
Real World Camera Raw with Adobe Photoshop CS5
* By Jeff Schewe, Bruce Fraser
* Published Jul 20, 2010 by Peachpit Press. Part of the Real World series.
o Copyright 2011
o Dimensions: 7-1/2 X 9-1/8
o Pages: 480
o Edition: 1st
o Book
o ISBN-13: 978-0-321-71309-4
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Today serious photographers shoot raw images only. Real World Camera Raw with Adobe Photoshop was the first book devoted exclusively to the topic, explaining the advantages and challenges of using Adobe Camera Raw to produce magnificent images. Real World Camera Raw in Adobe Photoshop CS5 keeps pace with new directions in Digital photography and raw image processing. Jeff Schewe, a contributor to the development of Adobe Camera Raw from its beginning, updates Bruce Fraser’s bestselling book with insider knowledge of how new features let photographers optimize and convert images for the best results in Adobe Photoshop CS5.
Hands-on techniques show you how to expose and shoot for raw image capture as well as use features such as the Adjustment Brush and the Graduated Filter and the new and improved Noise Reduction, Perspective Crop, and automatic Lens Correction. You will also learn how to use the latest version of Adobe Bridge to manage the thousands of images and gigabytes of Data that result from shooting in raw.
# Features:
# Builds on the latest version of Camera Raw to extend control over your digital camera's raw File Format to produce the best quality images.
# Shows you how to take advantage of new features in Adobe Bridge CS5 to select, sort, annotate, and Edit thousands of raw images quickly and efficiently.
# Guides you in developing an efficient raw workflow incorporating Adobe Photoshop CS5, Camera Raw 6, and Bridge CS5
Understanding Adobe Photoshop CS5: The Essential Techniques for Imaging Professionals
* By Richard Harrington
* Published Jun 15, 2010 by Peachpit Press.
* o Copyright 2010
o Dimensions: 7-3/8 X 9-1/8
o Pages: 312
o Edition: 1st
o Book
o ISBN-13: 978-0-321-71426-8
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If you’re pursuing a career in Digital imaging or design, or you’re already working in the field, Adobe Photoshop is a tool you need to master. This book covers the core image Editing techniques in Photoshop CS5 that a Professional truly needs to know to succeed.
Learn the basics—from acquiring and editing images to making selections and image enhancements to using more advanced features such as layer styles and layer masking. Richard Harrington offers the essential techniques needed to advance your career with a Focus not just on digital photography, but also the Web, graphic design, multimedia, and video.
The full-color book includes a DVD with hand-on exercises and practice images as well as 72 new video training tutorials (more than 6+ hours) that expand on the lessons in the book and provide a rich multimedia experience for beginning and intermediate Photoshop users. Coverage of exciting new Photoshop CS5 features includes: Puppet Warp, Merge to HDR Pro, Content-Aware Fill/Scale/Heal, 3D Text, Mixer Brush, and Lens Corrections.
# You will also learn about:
#
# Repairing and retouching digital images
# Color corrections and enhancements
# Blending modes and maximizing filters
# Selection tools and techniques
# Photoshop actions and automations to speed up your workflow
# Camera Raw workflow
# About the author: Richard Harrington is the founder of RHED Pixel, a visual Communications company based in Washington, D.C. A graphic design and new media expert, he has written several books including Photoshop for Video and Apple Pro Training Series: Aperture 2. He is an Adobe and Apple certified trainer and a National Association of Photoshop Professionals Dream Team Instructor. He produces the popular Podcast Understanding Adobe Photoshop available on both iTunes and the Adobe TV.
Color Management without the Jargon: A Simple Approach for Designers and Photographers Using the Adobe Creative Suite
*By Conrad Chavez
* Published Dec 18, 2009 by Peachpit Press.
*
o Copyright 2010
o Dimensions: 5-1/4 X 7-3/8
o Pages: 48
o Edition: 1st
o DVD
o ISBN-10: 0-321-70313-8
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Every digital photographer or graphic designer knows that color management is important, but many still do not calibrate their computer monitors or understand how color works in different spaces. This 90-minute DVD will help beginning and intermediate Photoshop, Bridge, InDesign, and Illustrator users understand the basics of color management and how to create consistent color in their workflow.
Highlights of this accessible and easy-to-follow DVD video include:
* Calibrating your monitor and digital SLR camera
Tackling color profile detective work in Photoshop and InDesign
* Assigning, converting, and embedding profiles
* Managing color output for print and the Web
* Integrating raw files and Lightroom into your workflow
* Handling color conversions between video-editing software and Photoshop
The supporting 48-page print reference guide provides additional links and content.
About the Author/Presenter
Conrad Chavez has provided education, training, and support for digital-media applications for over 15 years. He has contributed to user guides for print, Web, and digital video products at Aldus Corporation and Adobe Systems Inc. Conrad also co-authored Real World Adobe Photoshop CS4 for Photographers, Real World Adobe Photoshop CS3, Adobe Photoshop CS/CS2 Breakthroughs, and Real World Scanning and Halftones.
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