Photoshop CS6 is truly amazing, but it can also be overwhelming if you’re just getting started. This book makes learning Photoshop a breeze by explaining things in a friendly, conversational style—without technical jargon. After a thorough introduction to the program, you’ll delve deep into Photoshop’s secrets with expert tips and practical advice you can use every day.
The important stuff you need to know:
Learn your way around.
Get a guided tour of Photoshop’s beautiful new workspace.
Unlock the magic.
Discover the most practical ways to use layers, channels, masks, paths, and other tools.
Fine-tune your images.
Learn techniques for cropping, retouching, and combining photos.
Play with color.
Drain, change, and add color; and create gorgeous black-and-whites and duotones.
Be artistic.
Create original illustrations and paintings, use text and filters effectively, and edit video clips.
Share your work.
Produce great-looking images for print and the Web.
Work smarter and faster.
Automate common chores and install plug-ins for complex tasks.