Are you ready for an amazing new version of The Photoshop Book that breaks all the rules? Scott Kelby, Editor and Publisher of Photoshop User magazine—and the best-selling Photoshop author in the world today—once again takes this book to a whole new level as he uncovers more of the latest, most important, and most useful new Adobe Photoshop CS5 techniques for digital photographers.
This major update to his award-winning, record-breaking book does something for digital photographers that’s never been done before—it cuts through the bull and shows you exactly “how to do it.” It’s not a bunch of theory; it doesn’t challenge you to come up with your own settings or figure it out on your own. Instead, Scott shows you step by step the exact techniques used by today’s cutting-edge digital photographers, and best of all, he shows you flat-out exactly which settings to use, when to use them, and why. That’s why the previous editions of this book are widely used as the official study guide in photography courses at colleges and universities around the world.
Each year, Scott trains thousands of professional photographers how to use Photoshop, and almost without exception they have the same questions, the same problems, and the same challenges—and that’s exactly what he covers in this book. You’ll learn:
The sharpening techniques the pros really use.The pros’ tricks for fixing the most common digital photo problems fast!The step-by-step setup for getting what comes out of your printer to match exactly what you see onscreen.A whole chapter on how to process HDR (High Dynamic Range) images using CS5’s new Merge to HDR Pro.How to master CS5’s new Content-Aware Fill.How to color correct any photo without breaking a sweat.How to process RAW images like a pro (plus how to take advantage of all the new Camera Raw features in CS5!).How to use the included gray card to make color correction just a matter of three clicks.How to show your work like a pro!A host of shortcuts, workarounds, and slick “insider” tricks to send your productivity through the roof! Plus, Scott includes a special bonus chapter with his own CS5 workflow, from start to finish, and each chapter ends with a Photoshop Killer Tips section, packed with time-saving, job-saving tips that make all the difference. If you’re a digital photographer, and if you’re ready to learn all the “tricks of the trade”—the same ones that today’s leading pros use to correct, edit, sharpen, retouch, and present their work—then you’re holding the book that will do just that.
ASIN : 0321703561
Publisher : New Riders Pub
Publication date : January 1, 2010
Edition : 1st
Language : English
Print length : 480 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780321703569
ISBN-13 : 978-0321703569
Item Weight : 2.45 pounds
Dimensions : 8 x 0.75 x 9.75 inches
Part of series : Voices That Matter
Best Sellers Rank: #731,216 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #59 in Adobe Photoshop #98 in Computer Graphics #110 in Photography (Books)
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Nicky3540 –
Should Be Bundled with Photoshop
I bought the three previous editions of this book for previous versions of Photoshop and refer to them constantly, so buying this one when I upgraded to CS5 was an automatic decision. As a member of a camera club, I process lots of photos for competitions and other purposes and Scott’s books have made all the difference in the quality of my final images.An advantage Scott’s books have over some other Photoshop books I’ve tried is that his books are both descriptive and prescriptive. Some descriptive books tell you, in great detail, how Photoshop features work, but not when to use them, what settings work best, and why you’d use one technique over another. Scott includes some description, but devotes his time to prescribing very specifically what you should do, including exact numbers for such things as the sliders in the HDR panel, for sharpening different types of photos, etc. This is a cookbook, and it’s got great recipes.I keep it right next to my computer and look up techniques, both new ones and ones I’ve used before whose steps I’ve forgotten. And the fact that this is a book–and not a YouTube video, instructional DVD, online manual or help forum, or e-book–matters. Those sources all have their place, but for convenience, rapid and random access, and the ability to follow a step-by-step approach at your own pace, a book is the best reference source.I understand why some reviewers say they don’t think it’s necessary to buy this edition if you have the previous edition, but I’ve had that same decision to make three times, and I believe you’re missing out if you don’t “upgrade” the book when you upgrade the application. If you don’t, it’s like buying the new model of the car you owned before, but not buying the new owner’s manual and instead just using the old one. Sure, some of the features are the same and work the same, like the brake, but you’re missing out on learning about and using new features that give you new capabilities, like the navigation system. For most people, those new features are one of main reasons they chose to upgrade in the first place.The section on HDR in the new book is good example. There was a section on HDR in the CS4 book, but Scott’s take-away message was, Don’t use it–use Photomatix instead. In this book he says, “Photoshop CS5’s HDR Pro is one of the biggest stars of the entire CS5 upgrade … which makes this a really usable and powerful tool …”. To take advantage of the new functionality you paid for–like HDR, the new Mini Bridge, and so on–you need the new book.One more point on the comparison between new and older editions of the book: The sections that appear in both books are similar, but not identical. They’ve been revised to reflect changes in the program, include new demo images, and have some changed sub-sections. Also, don’t throw out your CS4 (and previous) books–some really useful techniques in each book don’t make it into the new book; not because they’re outdated but because if everything gets carried over from book to book, there would be no room for the new material.I also like the addition of the Killer Tips section at the end of each chapter. Using them saves time and make you feel like a power user.All in all, this book is such a key to producing much-improved images with Photoshop that Adobe should bundle it with the program.
tim32225 –
Another winner from Scott Kelby
Like the other books in this series, the CS5 Book for Digital Photographers is another winner from Scott Kelby. This is the perfect addition to your library if you’ve upgraded to CS5 and want to be able to take advantage of all the new features without spending a ridiculous amount of time climbing the learning curve. Scott explains step by step how to use the new features in his usual, easy to follow format, and you’ll be up to speed with a lot more editing tricks and skills at your disposal in no time with this latest book. The format is the same as previous editions so you can browse through the book and start reading anywhere you see something that interests you. None of Scott’s books require you to read the sections in order, and this is one thing that makes his offerings so easy to use and so valuable as reference tools.Also of great value is Scott’s direction on some features to avoid in the software package. One example is using noise reduction in Adobe Camera Raw and avoiding the noise reduction feature of photoshop itself. Noise reduction in camera raw is far superior to the alternative and some experimentation with both quickly proves this out. You will learn so many more features in camera raw in CS5 compared to previous versions, that you find yourself using camera raw for most of your editing with this latest book, saving both time and effort. Note that even if you are shooting JPG, you can still open the image in camera raw and use the ACR noise reduction feature.Another great feature is the “Photoshop Killer Tips” section at the end of each chapter. As if you didn’t learn enough in the chapter itself, Scott throws in 8 to 12 more killer tips at the end. I’ve been using this software since the introduction of the CS series, and I still find things in Scott’s tips that I never knew were there.I purchased Scott’s book for each of the Photoshop CS software upgrades I have purchased, and have found each and every one of them to be invaluable. I actually pre-purchased this CS5 book on Amazon prior to its release because I knew it would be another winner and I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it (Amazon also had the lowest price). With each book I have found that I learn enough new skills in the first 15 or 20 minutes to justify its cost. In my opinion, Photoshop CS5 is the best software upgrade yet in the CS5 series. If you are a Photoshop CS5 user, you are cheating yourself if you don’t get this book.
graphikman10 –
As a regular user of Photoshop and a big fan of Scott Kelby’s work I found this book excellent. Written in Scott’s memorable style (and humour) it shows how to take advantage of the latest developments in this version of CS5 with lots of examples of the best settings for a particular tool or a specific effect. Invaluable to users of CS5 and a must have for your collection. You will refer to it many times.But, their is one big problem. The first book I received had missing or illegible print on approximately ten pages. An unsatisfactory report was sent to Amazon who arranged for a replacement. Although I highlighted that their stock needed to be checked for similar problems I was advised that my copy was the only one affected and a replacement copy was sent. This copy displayed similar faults (although not the same pages) and additionally the depth of colour was very poor on the cover and on various photos inside. In fact some of the text was even poorer quality than the first copy. I have since seen reports of this problem on the internet and additionally the one and only copy in my local bookshop displayed the same faults so there is obviously a batch problem. (confined to the UK?).I arranged for this copy to be returned under the very efficient Returns arrangement but as Amazon were displaying that they were unable to send a replacement (due to a customer complaining that their was a problem with the book) I have decided to keep it as the information within the book is invaluable to me. I will just have to put up with the missing text / photos.I do appreciate that the failure in the printing process is out with the control of Amazon but I do feel that having been advised of a problem and having been asked to check their stocks they seem to have failed to do so in an efficient manner and consequently have incurred a lot of unnecessary work in returns and replacements and upset a lot of customers along the way.If you find a copy anywhere then I advise you to thoroughly examine it for missing / illegible text / pictures before parting with your money!!
Ibrahim –
Es un buen libro, pero nada del otro mundo. Lo he comprado por ser de una categoría debajo de los libros muy detallados con demasiada información y por encima de los libros resumidos solo con los pasos para hacer una tarea.El libro está en Inglés.
Michael P. Ammel –
uebersichtlich und mit vielen Piktogrammen fuers arbeiten gut strukturiert. Mit der ihm eigenen Art (habe die engl. Vers.), die mit Humor durch das Buch fuehrt, kann ich dieses Buch nur empfehlen. Selbst als Oldtimer in Sachen PS findet man immer wieder neue Loesungsansaetze, die praxisorientiert sind, oft Zeitsparen, ja und auf die man selbst nicht gekommen ist. Obwohl diese Buecher etwas teuer sind, sind sie, da Arbeitsbuecher in die man haeufiger mal wieder reinschaut, eine gute Investition.
M.Bouyeure –
J’aime ce livre qui est extrêmement clair et aborde avec détails les nombreuses possibilités de Photoshop. Je ne suis pas novice, mais je pense que ce livre peut s’adresser aux débutants comme aux plus avertis. Je conseille vivement!
steve small –
extremely helpful and easy to use