Beyond-the-basic techniques show you how to take your Photoshop CS4 skills to the next level. With more than 4 million users worldwide, Photoshop is the world-standard image-editing solution for print and the Web and the CS4 release promises exciting new creative possibilities for adventurous Photoshop users. Packed with 100 cool and useful tips and tricks, this visual tutorial investigates the bells and whistles that come with the new CS4 release. It also features full-color screen shots, step-by-step instructions, and updated photo examples all aimed at elevating your Photoshop skills to new heights.
1. Customizing Photoshop for Your Projects
2. Working with Layers, Selections, and Masks
3. Straightening, Cropping, and Resizing
4. Retouching Photographs
5. Changing and Enhancing Colors and Tone
6. Making Magic with Digital Special Effects
7. Designing with Text Effects
8. Creating Digital Artwork from Photographs
9. Giving Your Images o Professional Presentation
10. Plugging in to Photoshop CS4