by Rhoda Grossman and Sherry London July 15, 2001 Learning Photoshop 6 secrets can be a daunting task in light of all the new improvements they have added but with Photoshop 6 Effects Magic, you'll master a wide array of techniques and effects in record time. As always, all "Magic" books are of excellent quality and are set up so that the user, whether a beginner or a seasoned veteran, can learn in a manner conducive to their skill level. This book has detailed accounts of each step for that individual that is not quite accomplished in the program and needs all the help they can get, and then there is short directions for people familiar with all aspects of Photoshop and can quickly get into gear in doing these projects. There are 23 projects to choose from including painting and photographic techniques, image manipulation, and compositing techniques. You also get bonus projects such as camouflaging photographic flaws and more compositing. The book is very easy to follow and at the end of each lesson you have the opportunity to learn various modifications for each technique. Learn airbrush techniques, colorizing grayscale images, brush techniques, painting with light, Photoshop watercolor, photo patterns, retouching effects, restoration techniques, altering atmosphere, drop shadows and reflections, vignettes and edges, caricature, creating with filters, hidden detail revealed, pattern play, coloring a sketch, unpainting, blending images, a different composite, clear beveled type, designing with type, difference painting, and spot color. Each accompanying CD comes with the necessary files that are used in the projects so that you don't have to create your own which helps when learning. Rhoda Grossman is an expert in fine art, illustration, and cartooning. You can find out more about her at www.digitalpainting.com Sherry London is an artist, writer, and a teacher. She teaches Photoshop online at www.educationtogo.com. You can also find more courses by her at www.ehandson.com and www.sherrylondon.com. Her email is sherry_london@yahoo.com. As always, Photoshop and the Magic books have a hit. Copyright 2001, Jacquelin Vanderwood, All Rights Reserved |
