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You’ll learn some of the most closely guarded Photoshop CS4 special effects—the same ones you see on TV, in magazines, and on the Web. Using Scott’s simple step-by-step method, with hundreds of full-color images, you’ll see exactly how it’s all done. The book is written so clearly, and it is so easy to follow, you’ll immediately be able to create all of these effects yourself. You’ll learn:

• The latest photographic special effects
• How to fake studio shots (you’ll be amazed at how it’s done)
• The latest cutting-edge type effects
• The most popular effects used by big movie studios
• The most-requested advertising effects
• Commercial effects that clients go crazy over!
• The most asked-for current Web effects
• Amazing 3D effects using Photoshop Extended
• Plus loads of effects that look hard, but are easy once you know the secrets

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Requirements: PDF Reader, 27 MB

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In this latest edition of his bestselling guide, expert digital photographer and author Tim Grey explains how proper workflow can alleviate repetitive parts of a project to allow you to focus on producing stunning results and he reveals expert tips and techniques that automate tasks, optimize output, and reduce time spent at the computer, and offers insights to using Lightroom and Bridge. He also demonstrates how to process RAW captures; crop, rotate, repair, and adjust tone and color; harness new Clone, Curves, and Blend Mode features; download, sort, and organize digital images on a computer; and more.

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Requirements: PDF Reader, 15.82 MB

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If you’re a photographer on the go and want the ability to edit your photos wherever the shoot takes you, then this book is for you. Whether you’re on location, in a coffee shop, on vacation, or on a business trip, you’ll find everything you need in this 6″ x 9″ guide that fits easily into your camera bag or laptop case.

But, don’t be fooled by the book’s size. Within it are over 300 full-color pages walks you through the workflow, editing, and organizing tasks found in this after-capture software programs— Photoshop CS4. Additionally, numerous practice files are available online, so you can download them from wherever you happen to be.

Topics include:

* Getting organized in Adobe Bridge
* Working with raw files
* Understanding Photoshop CS4’s updated, more intuitive user interface
* Using different techniques for tonal and color adjustments
* Creating black & whites, and sepia tones
* Working with selection and retouching tools
* Using the new Masking and Adjustments panels to add creative effects
* Demystifying resolution and sizing
* Creating elegant panoramas from multiple photos
* Printing at home or at the lab
* Building slideshows and uploading Web galleries easily using the new Adobe Output Module

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Requirements: PDF Reader, 21 MB

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Photoshop is the foundation of every digital career. It is the most pervasive technology on the market. Many users think they know it, but in truth they have gaping holes. This book covers what a professional truly needs to know about Photoshop to be employable. For students (whether in formal programs, certified training centers, or self-paced) this book offers a chance to explore the many aspects of the program interactively. The book cuts though the clutter and is unique in that it focuses not just on digital photography, but Internet, graphic design, multimedia, and video uses

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Requirements: PDF Reader, 34.92 MB

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Black and white photography has come a long way in the digital world. This comprehensive reference will help you maximize your workflow with coverage of all of the relevant new features of Photoshop CS4 and Lightroom 2, including every stage of the black and white process from capture to printing. Along the way, you’ll find in-depth explanations of key topics such as color management, optimizing your workspace, softproofing and calibration (both onscreen and for output), evaluating histograms, non-destructive editing, and much more.

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Requirements: PDF Reader, 15 MB

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Photoshop CS4 QuickSteps covers the latest photography-related tools and techniques,

including RAW file formats, Bridge, special effects, and more. Screenshots with callouts show and

explain exactly what youAnd#39;ll see on your computer screen while youAnd#39;re doing a task, and

color-coded tabs make it easy to find just the information you need.

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Requirements: PDF Reader, 31.27 MB

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This inspirational guide to creative image editing will help you master the essential

features and tools of Adobe Photoshop CS4. Broken into three parts to form a structured, self-study

guide, Photoshop CS4: Essential Skills covers the foundation skills and more advanced techniques you

need to enhance photographs creatively and professionally. Practical, step-by-step imaging projects

then give you the chance to practice your skills and see what you can achieve with the right tools and knowledge.

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Requirements: PDF Reader, 16.38 MB

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MasterPhotoshop CS4 with this visual, hands-on guide to using layers, under the

expert guidance of digital imaging specialist Richard Lynch. Layers, Photoshop’s most powerful

feature, is the core of a nondestructive image-editing workflow.

Step-by-step instructions and practical examples illustrate how to.

* Polish: correct and enhance color, fix composition problems, and repair damage or flaws
* Manipulate: isolate image areas for changes, adjustments and experimental concepts
* Understand: use all forms of layer blending, including transparency, clipping masks, opacity/fill,

layer masks, layer modes, channel targeting, Blend If, and Effects/Styles

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Here’s the book you need to prepare for Cisco’s CCNA exam, 640-801.

This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today’s Cisco certification candidates. In addition to the engaging and accessible instructional approach that has earned author Todd Lammle the “Best Study Guide Author” award in CertCities Readers’ Choice Awards for two consecutive years, this updated fifth edition provides:

* In-depth coverage of every CCNA exam objective
* Expanded IP addressing and subnetting coverage
* More detailed information on EIGRP and OSPF
* Leading-edge exam preparation software

Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including:

* Network planning & designing
* Implementation & operation
* LAN and WAN troubleshooting
* Communications technology

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The best just keeps getting better! Cisco recently refreshed their CCNA exam (#640-607) and added new questions, including simulation and drag-and-drop formats along with the standard multiple-choice variety. The objectives, however, remain the same. Sybex and the world renowned Cisco authority, Todd Lammle, have taken this opportunity to enhance the best-selling CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide, producing a 3rd edition with the aim of giving CCNA candidates the knowledge and hands-on skills they need for the challenging new exam. Building on the rock-solid instructional content found in previous editions, we’ve added Real-World Scenarios and Exam Essentials sections to the text to give you the “whys” and “whens” as well as the “hows.” And in addition to the advanced testing engine with sample simulation questions, five bonus exams, electronic flashcards, and PDF version of the book found on the CD, we’ve added a Router Fundamentals Simulator that allows you to practice using key Cisco IOS commands on a virtual router configuration screen. With all the information and study tools included in this new edition at your disposal, you’ll be well on your way to attaining your CCNA.

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