Book Description
Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something - and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 150 Photoshop Elements 4 tasks. Each task-based spread includes these great features to get you up and running on Photoshop Elements 4 in no time:
* Helpful sidebars that offer practical tips and tricks
* Succinct explanations that walk you through step by step
* Full-color screen shots that demonstrate each task
* Two-page lessons that break big topics into bite-sized modules
Learn How To:
* Import images from different sources
* Remove red-eye, dust, and scratches
* Adjust shadows and highlights
* Turn an image into a sketch
* Change print size, canvas size, and resolution
* Create a Web photo gallery
Customer Reviews:
makes it very easy to learn a confusing program.......2007-06-05
I really like the "Teach Yourself Visually" computer books. I have a collection which includes a selection of all the popular "For Dummies" and similar computer guides, and the "Teach Yourself Visually" is by far the easiest for me to understand. The digital photography programs are very hard for me to learn, and this book helped a lot.
It was a pleasure to learn using it!.......2007-03-25
I use to take lots of photos and like to edit them.
So, lear to edit was my objective last months.
And this book help me to do this in a very easy way.
With lots os images and tips, and with a superior text, it was a pleasure to learn using it!
Photography Book .......2006-11-02
Easy to read and understand. Just what I was looking for.
Not usefull.......2006-07-15
This book containes lots of pretty pictures but not a lot of helpful information on the "how to" details for someone new to the process.
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Photoshop Elements 4 (Teach Yourself Visually).......2006-06-30
It was hard to use and understand.
Book Description
Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something - and skip the long-winded explanations?
If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle scores of Photoshop Elements 2 tasks, from importing digital camera photos and sizing images to repairing photo damage, using filters, and creating a Web photo gallery.
"If I need to learn anything, I just buy one of your books. Wonders! I have even trained my friends to give me Visual books as gifts." âIllona Bergstrom (Aventura, FL)
"You all are creating a wonderful learning environment. Keep it up!" âPercy Khambatta (Bukit Panjang, Singapore)
- "Teach Yourself" sidebars offer practical tips and tricks
- Full-color screen shots demonstrate each task
- Succinct explanations walk you through step by step
- Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules
Customer Reviews:
Teach yourself VISUALLY Photoshop Elements 2.0.......2005-09-18
This book had not arrived when I fled Katrina Hurricane
Excellent to start with Photoshop !.......2004-09-15
It is the first time I spend the time writing a review for a book on amazon. I decided to do it for TYV Photoshop Elements because of its excellent quality. I tried a few other Photoshop books before and couldn't go further than page 30 because text is definitely not adequate to teach you how to use a software dedicated to imaging. This book is just perfect for beginners like me who want to understand how the various functionalities of the software can be used to realize what they want. You get a double page per function, very clear and precise, easy to read and to understand. Along with this one, I bought The Hidden Power of Photoshop Elements 2 (that I have not started yet) to get into the hairy details...
Fast, Visual Guide.......2004-06-17
Photoelements 2 is a powerful, complex program that is far from intuitive to use. Abode's manual lists the functions of the program but provides little advice as to when to use each function - and this is needed.
Mr. Wooldbridge's book attempts, generally successfully, to provide a simple overview of all the key functions in PE2. The book's main asset is, as the title implies, visual - with screenshots of the different steps. For a visual program a visual guide seems logical to me (I have found the lengthy prose-based books less useful).
The downside? Basic steps are covered, but not more complex, cumulative approaches (however, it can be argued that the book doesn't claim to do this). The photographs used to illustrate each lesson are truly awful - they are simple snapshots. Not one is a worthwhile photograph. This may or may not matter to you. The author illustrates, for example, how to change colors by changing a house's driveway into a hideous, garish color. (Arguably, this might be an asset - you might feel proud that many of your photographs are considerably better than those in used in your guidebook!) When looking for a guidebook, I hope to get exposed to worthwhile artistic photographs that will inspire some creativity. You won't find art here - but you will find the basic building blocks to PE2.
Excellent way to learn Photoshop Elements 2.0.......2003-04-21
I started with the Users Guide that came with the software and couldn't make heads or tails of it- mostly verbal descriptions of visual processes. The "Teach Yourself Visually Photoshop Elements 2.0" made everything clear. It is a wonderful book and learning tool. After you read it (it's a smooth fast read) you can go back to the Users Guide (which is OK once you have a feel for the program) to pick up a few more details, or feel more comfortable with the on-line help or other, less visual, books.
Book Description
* This full-color guide walks digital photography fans through Photoshop Elements fundamentals and beyond, showing them how to make the most of this inexpensive, full-featured image-editing package
* Covers importing photos from digital cameras and scanners, retouching and repairing damaged photos, and enhancing digital images
* Shows readers how to add custom 3-D effects, edit images for the Web, create a Web photo gallery, and incorporate graphics into desktop publishing programs
* Demonstrates how to take advantage of enhancements and new features in the latest program version
Customer Reviews:
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Photoshop Elements 3.......2005-08-31
Any of the "Teach Yourself VISUALLY or Master VISUALLY' books are great reference books. The Teach Yourself books are in color and more attractive but the Master Visually books are also full of info that is very helpful.
Book Description
* Helpful sidebars that offer practical tips and tricks
* Succinct explanations that walk you through step by step
* Full-color screen shots that demonstrate each task
* Two-page lessons that break big topics into bite-sized modules
Learn How To:
* Choose a digital camera and photo printer
* Compose pictures using professional techniques
* Mix and match focus and lens settings
* Crop, resize, and sharpen your photos
* Enhance your photos with photo-editing software
* Create a custom greeting card
Customer Reviews:
Accessible language to beginners !.......2007-03-28
Teach yourself visually Digital Photography, 3rd edition, might be the book that makes beginners in digital photography jump in the digital technology photo-taking.
I know middle level executives who cling to their film camera because of the learning curve.
There are really TWO PARTS in the book : one on taking the photo and using the camera that takes 113 pages and the second part on processing the photos in the computer that runs from page 114 to page 265.
Here is an idea of the language used : Light and Color on page 26 " All colors within the color spectrum are contained in visible light. The amount of any particular color within the light is determined by its source , and for outdoor light, the time of day. For example, more reddish orange color is seen at sunset when ..."
The book will help you before buying a digital camera and once you have bought such a camera. You can read 2 pages within 15 minutes .
Basic but fundamental.
A great Book to start with.......2006-05-25
This book is basic in its approach to covering digital photography. But the illustrations make it a fun way to learn. Don't be fooled though, the content is powerfull and concise. Its a great book for beginners and those needing a refresher.
Book Description
* Now updated to cover the latest camera technologies and digital photography software, this full-color guide to digital photography is essential for the visual learner
* More than 500 oversized screen shots demonstrate each task with concise step-by-step instructions
* Thoroughly covers photography essentials (aperture, focusing, ASA, backlighting, exposure and lenses, and more) as well as digital photo editing with Photoshop Elements
* Worldwide revenue from digital camera sales is expected to reach $11.8 billion by 2007, according to the Photo Marketing Association
Customer Reviews:
Great book. Highly recommended........2005-06-18
This is a great book. It explains digital photography clearly and simply. Wonderful for beginners. I can't recommend it highly enough.
An excellent primer and all-round reference.......2004-01-20
I just upgraded from my simple point-and-shoot digital camera to a digital SLR, and in doing so discovered a whole new world of complexity...and potential. I decided a needed a good reference to get me off the ground quickly, so I can learn the fundamentals (at least) of more advanced photography.
This book has everything I need to get going. It gives everything from the basics to more advanced topics, and presents everything in a really easy-to-grasp visual format.
This book really covers everything you're going to need to start out with. From understanding the whys and whats of ditital photography and cameras, to topics such as composition, focal length, controlling exposure, understanding light (a very important topic, and covered *really* well in this text!), to digital editing, touchup and effects. This is a great start to my photography library...
I would heartily recommend this to anyone just starting out in digital photography - whatever type of camera they're using.
Great for Beginners.......2001-10-25
This book is great for anyone starting in digital photography. I have read and used several books so far and this is one of the best. It may not be the one for a professional or one who is already proficient in digital photography, but it you are just learning this is one I highly recommend. There are many books on the subject and many are not very good, but this is only one of 3 that I would give a high rating to.
if you are starting in digital photography then this is it........2001-10-17
I have read this book and tried it with my camera and computer for the last few days and I deceided to get one of my own. I wish I had this one when I started last year. I have used several other books and only one even comes close to this one for starting to learn digital photography. I have found many useful items that I did not know before. Although it cant cover all kinds of software, this does an excellent job of covering the basics. I intend to use this book to help teach other family members digital photography now that some of them have become interested. It really is a book for beginners but perhaps those who are already quite proficient may find it too basic. For those starting out, I highly recommend it.
To Simple, Waste of $$$.......2001-09-15
The explanations are too simple. Though there are many drawings but some of these drawings are uncecessary. There was at least one error that's found. On page 93. The Lighten Images should have a lower f-stop, whereas the Darken Images should have a highter f-stop. However for some reasons, these two figures are misplaced. Bad decision of getting this book!!!
Book Description
Premiere 6 is Adobe's award-winning digital video editing software. Teach Yourself VISUALLY Premiere 6 is the full-color tutorial with clear, concise, jargon-free instructions with over 500 color screenshots throughout. This book is jam-packed with information that goes beyond the basics. You'll find out how to edit digital video in Premiere; create special effects; integrate narration, music and/or sound effects with moving images; and create digital video productions out of camcorder movies.
Customer Reviews:
Tackling Premiere 6 the Easy Way.......2003-01-07
This is a great book. I totally disagree with the previous customer review. I found the book very helpful, it got me up and running fast with the software, and the pictures really showed me what was going on each step of the way. I am a very visual learner, so I'm looking for clarity in the illustrations, which this book offers. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to start tackling Premiere 6 in a matter of moments.
3 Stars is Generous........2002-12-03
There seems to be a lot of "Teach Yourself Visually" books on the market these days, so I guess the format works for some, but it definately didn't do much for me.
It was boring, lacked detailed information, and seemed to start in the middle of what you'd need to know to get started, so I lost interest quickly.
The entire book is basically written in point form, with not so helpful screenshots to guide you through, but it never gives any detailed information on anything - instead assuming that the reader just wants to learn where to point the mouse. If that's all you DO want, maybe this is for you. If you want to really LEARN about using this professional software, look somewhere else.
Book Description
* Covers the features users want most in restoration and retouching: scanning existing prints, correcting color and lighting problems, hiding dust and scratches, repairing holes in the image, improving focus, and printing and posting the retouched images
* VISUAL format uses step-by-step, full-color screen shot accompanied by minimal text to make learning quick and easy
* Simple-to-use features, top-quality photo editing tools, cross-platform capabilities, and an affordable price make Photoshop Elements 2 extremely popular with the booming market of digital camera users
* New elements of Windows XP are expected to produce even faster growth in the imaging market, with digital camera sales expected to triple over the next five years
Customer Reviews:
Retouching and Restoration with Photoshop Elements 2.0.......2005-09-18
The book came as scheduled. Unfortunately it was left behind upon my evacuation from Katrina. I may not see it again
But I was very satisfied of your service.
Useful Introduction for beginners.......2004-07-24
I wish I had got this book immediately after purchasing Photoshop Elements 2. I know I would not have needed to buy a bunch of other books on PE2.
This books makes it easy to get familiar with the basic interface and features of PE2 and gets you up and going, gets you productive very quickly and painlessly. Photo editing is what I do most and this book is the simplest and easiest to follow.
Later on perhaps you might have to get a more advanced book, but I feel that as you practice what you learn in this book, your skills will evolve in accordance to your needs.
Lest you think this book deals only with simple basics, here I found the simplest and clearest explanations about Layers and how and when you should use them. Every page has full color graphics and hence the painless learning.
I recommend this book to anyone who is just starting with PE2. Adobe should ship this book in the box if they want users to have an easier experience with their software.
Book Description
Are you a visual learner? Do you prefer instructions that show you how to do something - and skip the long-winded explanations? If so, then this book is for you. Open it up and you'll find clear, step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 150 Photoshop CS3 tasks. Each task-based spread includes easy, visual directions for performing necessary operations, including:
- Finding images and video clips.
- Changing size and resolution.
- Using the Quick Selection tool.
- Adjusting hue and saturation.
- Applying Smart Filter effects.
- Creating a contact sheet.
- Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks.
- Full-color screen shots demonstrate each task.
- Succinct explanations walk you through step by step.
- Two-page lessons break big topics into bite-sized modules.
Order your copy today and master Photoshop CS3.
Customer Reviews:
Esta muy bien, grafico y facil de seguir.......2007-09-12
Es un manual muy bueno me ha sorprendido, el único pero que le puedo poner es que es no profundiza demasiado.
Es lo que me esperaba
If you're a 'visual learner' you can't go wrong with the 'Teach Yourself Visually' series.......2007-09-06
If you're a 'visual learner' you can't go wrong with the 'Teach Yourself Visually' series, which uses color screen shots and visual clips to cover all the basics - here, of Adobe Photoshop CS3. From sidebars of information and full-color screen shot demos to step-by-step explanations, this approach is the item of choice for any who need specific visuals, and competes well and pointedly with text-oriented tutorials, making it a top pick for any library catering to beginners learning Photoshop CS3.
Excellent book.......2007-07-24
This book has helped me learn new things about Photoshop that I didn't know in the previous versions.
Average customer rating:
- Pretty Pictures, But . . .
- John Nemerovski MyMac.com Book Review
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Teach Yourself Visually Adobe Photoshop Elements
Mike Wooldridge
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Book Description
Covers the most important features of Photoshop Elements including: importing photos from digital cameras and scanners, retouching and repairing damaged photos, enhancing digital images, add custom 3-D effects, editing images for posting on the Web, creating a Web photo gallery, and incorporating graphics into desktop publishing programs.
Customer Reviews:
Pretty Pictures, But . . ........2003-01-11
I spent a couple of hours today in a hospital waiting room reading this book and came to this conclusion:
Mike Wooldridge and his family spent a lot of time putting the graphics together for this book, but not enough in writing and copy editing. There are better books that give more fulsome instruction., so look at some of the others and let this one just lie there, colorfully.
The one I am reading right now, one of the Dummies books, is better for my purposes. And maybe for yours, too.
John Nemerovski MyMac.com Book Review.......2002-11-05
Here we have dozens of well-illustrated examples of techniques and tools built into version 1 of Photoshop Elements, with basic instructions on how to use them. Elements is one of the best beginner/intermediate applications of all time.
Ironically, the software is so powerful and versatile that this colorful "Teach Yourself Visually" format can be a bit sketchy when readers need more details. If you work through the lessons and dig deeper within Elements, all will eventually be revealed. Experiment!
Teach Yourself Visually Adobe Photoshop Elements is therefore a "tip of iceberg" guidebook, assisting newcomers to feel comfy with Elements, and then by necessity encouraging them to be creative with the thousands of possibilities that this application contains. Repetition breeds understanding, especially when working with digital imagery.
Best suited to new users who learn via high-quality visual instruction.
MacMice Rating: 3 out of 5
John Nemerovski
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