If you are a digital camera enthusiast jumping into enhancement and manipulation, and looking for quick answers, this easy-to use, ready reference is for you. It's like having the author Philip Andrews sitting next to you, with his no-nonsense style, giving you practical, hands-on tips for getting striking images using Elements 5.0.

Make the most of your digital photos with these guidelines from one artist to another. Philip's clear, full color screen grabs detail step-by-step features in action-in a real-world context. All content is completely revised and updated for Photoshop Elements 5.0.

With its clear and simple column format, you quickly learn how to troubleshoot as you develop your creations that will awe your colleagues, clients, family, and friends. Color-coded tabs make it easy to locate each tool and feature; each entry is cross-referenced to help you build a fuller understanding of how to use a tool, feature, menu, or invaluable shortcut key.

Packed with more than 1500 color images, insider tips, workarounds, and hidden gotchas, this book comes with FREE matching video tutorials for all editing and enhancement tasks featured in the book provided on a companion website (www.ElementsA-Z.com). Practice with the downloadable images and support material to put your new skills to use immediately. No more searching for an accompanying CD the resources and video tutorials are always available via the website no matter where you are.

Philip Andrews is a professional photographer, accomplished teacher, and best-selling international author. He is an alpha tester for the software and a Photoshop Elements Ambassador, making him one of Adobe's most trusted authors.

* Discover and master the tools and features in Adobe Photoshop Elements 5.0 with this stunningly illustrated, full-color reference guide
* Have Philip "sitting next to you," with this handy guide, written in his trademark no-nonsense style as he delivers hands-on tactics for Elements 5.0.
* Save time when trying to understand a function or tool-simply dip in and find the listing in this easy-to-use A-Z format
* Gain confidence with new features whether you're a beginner or intermediate
* Covers all the new features of Elements 5.0 and also can be used with any version of the software

. Lists all the key tools and features of Photoshop Elements X - can be used with any version of the software

. Save time with the colourful, easy-to-use A to Z format

. Each entry lists shortcut keys, specifies which version of Photoshop Elements is applicable, includes screengrabs, clear step-by-step instructions of the features in action and cross references to other relevant entries...

Find solutions fast with this handy encyclopedic guide to Photoshop's multitude of terms and options. Conveniently organized in a clear A to Z format, this attractive, illustrated desktop reference covers every action you are likely to make as you manipulate photographs and digital images in Photoshop.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned Photoshop user, there'll be tools and features you've forgotten, missed or never memorized, but that needn't slow down the creative process. As well as complete A-Z listings that answer all the questions you'll come up against, a step-by-step techniques section covers the everyday tasks you'll refer to again and again.

This visual resource is the ideal companion to every Photoshop book on your shelf. Don't start working in Photoshop unless it's by your side!

* Intuitive A to Z format and clear, concise definitions make this the ideal desk reference guide to Photoshop's multitude of tools, options and features.

* Find the explanations, answers and practical advice you need to quickly get on with the task in hand - don't waste time looking anywhere else!

* Fully updated for CS4, with source images from the book and supporting tutorials provided on the accompanying website: www.photoshop-a-z.com.

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'Introduction to Elements' is the essential all-round resource pack for all users of Adobe Photoshop Elements 7. Bestselling author Philip Andrews has refined this industry-standard resource over numerous editions, to bring you exactly the information you need to get right up to speed with the software, cut out wasted time in your workflow, and consistently achieve photographic results you can be proud of.
Philip approaches the subject of Photoshop Elements in a straightforward and accessible style. As a working photographer, he brings an in-depth understanding of the image-manipulation needs of photographers, and the best ways to meet them to his teaching. In the words of one reviewer: 'he comes across as a friend, who wants you to succeed'. His approach is always practical, with an emphasis on clarity. Step-by-step tutorials guide you through every essential Elements process, from image import right through to optimised output for print, web, and email, using a winning combination of inspiring images, clear screenshots and clean prose. Key subjects covered include: layers and selections, combining text with images, 'painting' tools, stiching, scrapbooking and file management. Additionally, the accompanying Website features over 2 hours of video tutorials to further boost your knowledge.
Completely overhauled for Elements 7, this resource is right up-to-date for photographers using the latest edition of this powerful software. Whatever your Elements level, you will find a wealth of invaluable advice in the pages of this book.

* Essential reference for all things Elements, fully updated for version 7
* Includes Website featuring over 2 hours of invaluable video tutorials to help you get up to speed quickly
* Written by renowned Elements guru and bestselling author Philip Andrews...

Think you've exhausted all of the possibilities in Adobe's awesome Photoshop Elements software? Think again. In this fully updated essential guide, Philip Andrews delves deeper into the software than ever before with advanced tips, tricks, and techniques to help the experienced Elements user take their skills to the next level. Move beyond the basics and learn how to work with raw files. Create stunning panoramas without breaking the bank on a pano camera using the Elements Photomerge technology. Create professional-quality multimedia projects in no time. Using easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions as well as full color, inspirational images to demonstrate techniques, Philip shows you how to do all this and more in Advanced Photoshop Elements 6 for Digital Photographers. Don't fall behind the learning curve - instead, let Philip show you how to get one step ahead!

UNIQUE FEATURES AND BENEFITS:
*World-renowned Elements expert Philip Andrews takes you beyond the basics to help you get the most from this powerful software
*Precise step-by-step instructions cut through the fluff so you'll be perfecting your shots in no time!
*Packed with stunning full-color images that will inspire you to take your own work to the next level - let Philip show you what's possible when you dig a little deeper...

This essential guide for intermediate/advanced photographers has now been fully updated for Elements 7.

Bestselling author and Elements guru Philip Andrews turns his expansive knowledge to this powerful application, delivering, once again, a practical approach in a crystal-clear writing style.

For the advanced Elements user, this book offers a standalone guide to advancing knowledge of the software. For those with a little less experience, it works seamlessly in conjunction with Philip's other Elements guide: "Adobe Photoshop Elements 7: A visual introduction to digital photography". Philip expands on the solid foundation delivered by that title to deliver a master-guide that shows you just how powerful this deceptively simple software package can be.

Throughout the book, Philip takes a pro's approach, emphasising a streamlined, non-destructive workflow. Diverse chapters cover the entire spectrum of photographic potential offered by the software, including key areas such as: darkroom techniques, advanced selection techniques, professional retouching, photo restoration, panoramas, collages, RAW processing and printing. Additionally, the content is supplemented by extra great learning tools available on a brand new website including; downloadable resources, and Elements vodcasts.

Essential reading for all photographers using Elements 7.

* Advanced guide to Elements, the natural sequel to the bestselling 'Adobe Photoshop Elements 6'
* Written by Philip Andrews, world-renowned Photoshop elements expert
* Takes a professional approach to this industry-standard software, with a core focus on nondestructive editing throughout...

Photoshop users of all levels need access to the crucial information in a flash. Techniques books provide the step-by-step instructions and how-to advice but this easy to navigate, dip-into guide provides quick answers to the inevitable 'what does that do?' questions that all too often bring progress to a grinding halt.

The full colour A to Z format covers hundreds of tools, features and menu options clearly and succinctly, with cross-references to related topics, screen shots and illustrative examples to help things fall into place. A new techniques section delves deeper into key areas, providing more instruction on essential tasks in an easy, step-by-step format. Fully updated with new CS3 features throughout, this is the Photoshop desk reference to adorn every digital image-maker's shelf.

* Intuitive A to Z format and clear, concise definitions make this the ideal desk reference guide to Photoshop's multitude of tools, options and features.

* Find the explanations, answers and practical advice you need to quickly get on with the task in hand - don't waste time looking anywhere else!

* Fully updated for CS3, with source images from the book and supporting tutorials provided on the accompanying website: www.photoshop-a-z.com.

* Intuitive A to Z format and clear, concise definitions make this the ideal desk reference guide to Photoshop's multitude of tools, options and features.
* Find the explanations, answers and practical advice you need to quickly get on with the task in hand - don't waste time looking anywhere else!
* Fully updated for CS3, with source images from the book and supporting tutorials provided on the accompanying website: www.photoshop-a-z.com....

If you're new to Elements and need a complete overview of each feature and function, you'll find exactly what you're looking for here: step-by-step instructions covering every aspect of Elements, accompanied by helpful screenshots and colorful images. If you're a more experienced user, you'll find Philip's signature advanced tips and techniques invaluable as you stretch the power of Elements beyond what you previously thought possible. From basic techniques such as importing files and performing simple image edits to more complex projects such as creating scrapbooks, making panoramas, and working with raw files, it's all covered in this comprehensive guide from one of the industry's premier Elements experts, and always in the context of creating great photographs first and foremost.

Be sure to visit the accompanying websites www.photoshopelements.net and pse-4-photographers.photoshop.com for additional Elements 8 tutorials, tips, example galleries, offers and advice.

*A supplemental website features over an hour of video tutorials for additional training and practice

*An example gallery site, pse-4-photographers.photoshop.com, showcasing the synchronization links between Photoshop Elements and Photoshop.com

*Written by an official Adobe Ambassador and expert author whose tips and tricks are featured in the Adobe Inspirational Browser in both Photoshop Elements 7 and 8

*Contains step-by-step instructions and resources (via the book's website) for completing an entire project - a multi-page Photo Book - so you can work through the whole process from start to finish, and apply the skills you learn to other creative photographic projects

 

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