Photoshop

GIMP 2.8 for Photographers

2013-05-24T13:17:28-08:10

Image editing is a crucial element in the photographic workflow. Image editing tools, most notably Photoshop, are usually sophisticated and deep applications, and are fairly expensive. The only open source tool in this market is the GIMP, which has developed into a powerful, multiplatform system running on Linux, Mac OS X, and Microsoft Windows.

GIMP 2.8 for Photographers is a beginner's guide to the only open source image editing tool that provides a no-cost alternative to expensive programs such as Photoshop. Topics include the new user interface and tools, the basics of image editing and simple adjustments, advanced techniques using layers and masks, developing RAW images, working with the improved text tool, and preparing high-quality black-and-white images. The most important editing functions are presented in individual, easy-to-follow workshops. A bonus section on the included DVD describes special techniques for web graphics.

Photoshop Elements 11: The Missing Manual

2012-09-25T05:27:25-08:11

Whether you’re a photographer, scrapbooker, or aspiring graphic artist, Photoshop Elements is an ideal image-editing tool—once you know your way around. This bestselling book removes the guesswork. With candid, jargon-free advice and step-by-step guidance, you’ll get the most out of Elements for everything from sharing and touching-up photos to fun print and online projects.

Photoshop CS6 and Lightroom 4

2012-08-07T12:24:47-08:12

Adobe Certified Instructor Steve Laskevitch has leveraged his experience as a teacher and practitioner to create a guide that provides a clear and effective workflow for editing photographs in Photoshop CS6 and its companions Bridge, Camera Raw, and Lightroom 4. Focusing on the critical elements of the workflow rather than covering every arcane feature, this book is designed to get you working quickly in these applications.

In addition to the essential features of these programs, Laskevitch covers new features specific to the 2012 releases, including:

Lightroom geocoding-Quickly tag a photo with location data; Photoshop's Blur Gallery (Tilt-Shift, Iris, and Field Blur tools)-Add selective focus and bokeh effects; New development controls in Lightroom and Camera Raw; Recomposing or retouching photos with the Content-aware Move Tool; Publishing to Blurb directly from Lightroom; Video (no longer limited to Photoshop Extended; Adaptive Wide Angle-Make straight lines straight again; Face-Aware Mask Generation-An improvement to Color Range; Intelligent Auto-Correction; Adobe Camera Raw 7-Local controls for White Balance and Noise Reduction; New Black/White and Highlight/Shadow controls

The Artist's Guide to GIMP

2012-06-22T12:23:46-08:13

As a full-featured, free alternative to Adobe Photoshop, GIMP is one of the world's most popular open source projects. The latest version of GIMP brings long-awaited improvements and powerful new tools to make graphic design and photo manipulation even easier—but it's still a notoriously challenging program to use.

Photoshop Elements 10: The Missing Manual

2011-10-01T09:54:21-08:14

Elements 10 offers much of Photoshop's power without the huge price tag. It's a great tool for most image-editing buffs—whether you’re a photographer, scrapbooker, or aspiring graphic artist. But Elements still doesn't come with a useful manual. This bestselling book helps you get the most out of the program, from the basics to advanced tips for both Windows and Mac users.

Remote Exposure

2011-04-15T08:55:31-08:15

Though many hikers and climbers carry cameras with them, they often come away feeling disappointed because their images fail to visually translate their experiences. In Remote Exposure Alexandre Buisse goes beyond the mere basics of photography and gives you the tools needed to create images that are not only of good technical quality but that are compelling as well.

This book will guide you through the various options for equipment, since the requirement for lightweight gear that is able to withstand cold, adverse weather conditions presents unique challenges. Learn about the importance of having an efficient carrying system and a logical, planned workflow.

Throughout the book you will find advice on where to point your camera and how to compose a strong image. Included are specific requirements for rock climbing, hiking, mountaineering, and camping. More advanced photographic topics are also covered such as digital capture and optimization techniques like high dynamic range imaging (HDRI), panoramic stitching, and how to achieve excellent results without a tripod.

The pages are filled with over 100 stunning images captured by Buisse as he hiked and climbed through mountain ranges on three continents. Photographers of all levels and those who just appreciate beautiful images are sure to be inspired by this book.

Foreword by Cory Richards (member of the historic climbing expedition that reached the summit of Gasherbrum II in winter).

iPhoto '11: The Missing Manual

2011-03-24T13:53:53-08:16

iPhoto '11 makes it easier than ever to transfer photos from a digital camera, organize them, and publish, print, or share them—but there's still no printed manual. The new version of iPhoto boasts loads of new features including easier ways to get your photos online and new options for creating printed projects. Fortunately, David Pogue and Lesa Snider team up in this funny, authoritative book that should have been in the box.

GIMP 2.6 for Photographers

2011-01-13T14:53:54-08:17

Image editing has become a crucial element in the photographic workflow. Image editing tools, most notably Photoshop, are usually sophisticated and deep applications, and are fairly expensive. The only open source tool in this market is the GIMP, which has developed into a powerful, multiplatform system running on Linux, Mac OS X, and Microsoft Windows.

GIMP 2.6 for Photographers is a beginner's guide to the only open source image editing tool that provides a low-cost alternative to expensive programs such as Photoshop. Topics include the basics of image editing and simple adjustments, as well as advanced techniques using layers and masks, stitching panoramic images, and preparing high-quality black and white images. The most important editing functions are presented in individual, easy-to-follow workshops.

GIMP 2.6 for Photographers has evolved from classroom materials that the author developed and taught in courses and workshops on image editing with the GIMP.

Photoshop Elements 9: The Missing Manual

2010-09-29T11:24:17-08:18

Elements 9 offers much of Photoshop's power without the huge price tag. It's an ideal tool for most image-editing buffs -- including scrapbookers, photographers, and aspiring graphic artists. But Elements still doesn't come with a decent manual. This bestselling book will help you get the most out of the program, from the basics to advanced tips for both Windows and Mac.

Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One

2010-07-30T13:21:19-08:19

Master the fundamentals of Photoshop CS5 with One-on-One, Deke McClelland's unique and effective learning system. This book includes step-by-step tutorials, hours of video demonstrations, and lots of hands-on projects to help you improve your knowledge and hone your skills. Once you read about a particular technique, watch the video to see how it's done -- then try it yourself.

Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One

2010-07-21T09:27:48-08:20

Photoshop CS5 and Lightroom 3: A Photographer's Handbook

2010-07-12T20:49:51-08:21

Adobe Photoshop is central to almost all photography workflows today. Each new version fo the software is a milestone in the development of this imaging behemoth, and 2010's release of CS5 is no exception.

Photographers often feel overwhelmed when starting with Photoshop; the sheer number of tools and options make it difficult for the novice. There is no shortage of instructional books, yet very few direct the user to the most significant aspects of the program in a way that reflects a real workflow for the photographer.

Adobe Certified Instructor Steve Laskevitch has leveraged his experience as a teacher and practitioner to create a step-by-step guide that provides a clear and effective workflow for editing photographs in the latest version of Photoshop and its companions Bridge, Camera Raw, and Lightroom. Focusing on the critical elements of the workflow rather than covering every arcane feature, the Handbook is designed to get you working quickly in these applications.

Photoshop CS5: The Missing Manual

2010-05-25T15:51:56-08:22

Photoshop is the world's most widely used photo-editing and graphics program. But with all its fantastic new features and options, Photoshop CS5 can bewilder even the most seasoned professional. Packed with tips, tricks, and practical advice, this Missing Manual teaches you everything you need to know to edit photos and create beautiful documents in Photoshop -- whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro ready to try advanced techniques.

Digital Photography for the Web

2010-05-21T15:21:22-08:23

A hands-on on guide to digital photography, with a practical focus on the Web. Readers will learn how to make the most of their digital camera, edit images, and then utilize them on their websites, or through online communities and stock photography sites like Flickr, iStockPhoto and Fotalia.

View and Manage Your Photos on the iPad: The Mini Missing Manual

2010-05-03T15:21:03-08:24

View and Manage Your Photos on the iPad: The Mini Missing Manual shows you everything you need to know to view and manage your photo collection on your iPad. Learn how to import your pics through iTunes and your digital camera, or download and save them from email attachments. Then sit back and enjoy the your pics-as a slideshow, on your big-screen TV, or on your iPad itself as a digital picture frame. View and Manage Your Photos on the iPad: The Mini Missing Manual shows you how to import, organize, and enjoy your photos using clear, jargon-free explanations and step-by-step instructions.

Photoshop Turns 20: Contemplating the Future with Adobe Project Managers

2010-02-18T13:32:58-08:25

Photoshop Project Managers John Nack and Bryan O'Neil Hughes join O'Reilly author Deke McClelland and I for a discussion about the future of Photoshop on the 20th Anniversary of the application's release.

Windows 7, Snow Leopard, or iPhone Questions? - How to Become a Power User of Your New Gadgets

2010-01-06T15:57:20-08:26

Getting a new gadget or computer is one thing. Learning how to unleash its full potential is another. So if you've got questions about Windows 7, Snow Leopard, iPhone, iPod, netbook, or digital camera, get them answered with an up-to-date, clearly-written book or ebook. And don't forget you can Buy 2 and Get 1 Free by using code OPC10 in our shopping cart.

Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 One-on-One

2009-11-18T09:50:30-08:27

Master the fundamentals of Photoshop Elements 8 with Deke McClelland's unique and effective learning system. Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 One-on-One includes step-by-step tutorials, hours of DVD-video demonstrations, and hands-on projects to help you improve your knowledge and hone your skills. Once you read about a particular technique, you can see how it's done first-hand in the video. Learn to use Elements faster, more creatively, and more efficiently than you thought possible.

Announcing O'Reilly Answers - Clever Hacks. Creative Ideas. Innovative Solutions.

2009-11-04T21:27:25-08:28

We're launching the beta of O'Reilly Answers, and I'm inviting you to be part of it. In brief, O'Reilly Answers is a community site for sharing knowledge, asking questions, and providing answers that brings together our customers, authors, editors, conference speakers, and Foo (Friends of O'Reilly). O'Reilly is at the center of an amazing exchange of knowledge sharing and idea generation, and we want you to join us in changing the world by spreading the knowledge of innovators.

Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac: The Missing Manual

2009-10-30T23:50:59-08:29

Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac is more powerful and easier to use than previous versions of the program, but figuring out how and when to use all the tools is still tricky. With this book, you'll learn not only what these tools do, but also when it makes the most sense to use them and why. You get easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for everything from importing photos to organizing, editing, sharing, and storing your images.

Premiere Elements 8: The Missing Manual

2009-10-23T23:50:58-08:30

Whether you're aiming for YouTube videos or Hollywood-style epics, you need what Premiere Elements can't provide: crystal-clear guidance and real world know-how. This Missing Manual delivers. Packed with great ideas on how to spiff up your footage, this book helps you avoid the dreaded Help! I Never Do Anything With My Video syndrome.

Creating a comboBox in Flash Catalyst Beta 2

2009-10-23T15:02:17-08:31

The latest release of Flash Catalyst Beta 2 has brought us a lot closer to having a shipping application. We now have the ability to set a host of properties for each object, easier access to skin the wireframe components, and support for video and 3D rotation. Unfortunately, we do not have a full component set available to us. The reason behind not having all the components in Flash Catalyst is due to the different component architecture used in the Flex 4 framework (Spark) versus the Halo components used in the Flex 3 framework. Until a component has been rewritten in the Spark framework, Flash Catalyst cannot use it. The most notable absence is the comboBox. In this article I will show you a simple method to recreate one by creating a custom component. It is not perfect, but it just might be able to tide you over until we have an official component from Adobe.

Photoshop For Developers

2009-10-14T22:01:22-08:32

Advanced Flash Tactics or AFTs are techniques that come from deep within the Flash Art Of War, the oldest Flash military treatise in the world. Each AFT is designed to be quickly digested, usually only taking a few minutes to get up and running, and contains valuable information you can directly apply to your next Flash campaign. In this AFT I will go over - Photoshop for Developers.

Photoshop or Elements

2009-07-13T02:27:00-08:33

In a previous article (I Have Lightroom. Do I Need Photoshop?) I discussed whether or not a Lightroom user needs the extra power that Photoshop affords. A few readers asked if Photoshop Elements was enough or is Photoshop the way to go. So, let's take a look at what the differences are and whether you need one or the other. Photoshop is the gold standard when discussing pixel based image editing software. It has a broad and deep set of tools that address the needs of a wide variety of users. Whether you are a designer, graphic artist, 3D modeler, filmmaker, photographer, or forensics expert there are tools for you. Of course all this power and functionality comes at a price. The current list price for Photoshop is $699.00. If you need the additional tools of Photoshop Extended then you are looking at $999.00!

I Have Lightroom. Do I Need Photoshop?

2009-07-12T15:01:11-08:34

Every time I talk about Lightroom I am asked some variation of this question. I usually answer it by saying "I don't know.... Do you?" Of course I quickly follow up with a short explanation of why someone would or would not need Photoshop in addition to Lightroom. Lightroom is for photographers. Photoshop is for graphic artists and designers. OK, put down the torches and pitchforks while I explain!

The Secrets of Fireworks Photography

2009-07-03T21:27:06-08:35

The Secrets of Fireworks Photography — Big fireworks shows are thrilling to watch, and they make thrilling photo subjects. Because it's night photography, you'd think that all of the rules of shooting in low light would apply. Ha! This hack from Digital Photography Hacks wouldn't be necessary if that were so. Learn what to bring with you, details on setting up your camera, taking the shots, and of course it's also all about location, location, location. Read the secrets now!

dekePod 18: Photoshop and the Andy Warhol Silkscreen Effect - Deke McClelland's final episode of this dekePod series

2009-06-11T00:58:43-08:36

Have you ever wanted to create an authentic looking Andy Warhol silkscreen? One of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Warhol was known for his avant-garde paintings and screenprintings. If you want the real thing, join Deke McClelland in the final episode of this dekePod series, as he dissects Warhol's process, and shows you how to use Photoshop to render your favorite portrait in bona-fide Warhol magnificence.

Ignite Show: @MSG on Some Images are REALer Than Others

2009-05-21T22:26:26-08:37

Snopes became a household word by debunking fake internet images -- like this wonderful shark attack. These images are the product of programs like Photoshop or Aviary. In this Ignite Show Michael Galpert shows us how to detect these fake images. For more reading on this check out eHow's article. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share...

iPhoto '09: The Missing Manual

2009-04-29T23:47:28-08:38

Intuitive as iPhoto '09 may be, it still has the power to confuse anyone. This updated Missing Manual offers clear and objective guidance on every iPhoto feature, including new tools such as face recognition, place recognition based on GPS data, themed slideshows, online sharing, enhanced editing, and travel maps. You'll find step-by-step instructions, along with many undocumented tips and tricks. Find out why it's the top-selling iPhoto book.

The DAM Book

2009-04-27T16:47:13-08:39

This bestselling guide presents a solid plan for managing your digital images efficiently and effectively. Anyone who shoots, scans, or stores digital photographs is practicing some form of digital asset management (DAM), but few people do it in a way that makes sense. In the new edition of this book, photographer and DAM expert Peter Krogh offers new tools and techniques that have emerged in recent years.