Adobe Photoshop Elements 7: A Visual Introduction to Digital Photography
- ISBN13: 9780240521572
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Product Description
‘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… More >>
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7: A Visual Introduction to Digital Photography
I have bought books from this company before, and they always produce useful books, tips, and a website that trains you on the software. I would recommend this book for new and season users.
Rating: 4 / 5
This book is very well organized and filled with clear illustrations that show how to easily improve your photos. Each chapter is in a tutorial format with easy instructions. I’ve used Photoshop Elements 6 and 7 for years and wish I had a book like this earlier.
Its only weakness is that almost all of the topics relate to photography and there is perhaps not enough on Photoshop’s power and use for graphic design. There are a couple of chapters on using Photoshop Elements to create designs and the use of layers, but it is not enough for one to even really start creating graphics de novo.
I had to resort to other sources, mostly the internet, to learn how to truly implement the gradient tool and gradient filter as an example to create 3D looking graphical images.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been a user of Photoshop (and Photoshop Elements) for a very long time. I really never had any formal training and I just picked up tips and tricks from people when I could. This book puts it all in my hands. From start to finish I know have all the information I need at my fingertips!
Rating: 4 / 5
Although I have only had this book a few weeks it has helped answer all of my questions about the basics of Elements 7, so far.
Rating: 5 / 5
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 has been called one of the best programs for non-professionals. While it may in fact be so, it can also be very confusing to the novice. That’s where this book comes in – to help the beginning user learn how to use Elements for everything from fixing basic issues like red eye, to more advanced things like layers.
I had wanted to get Elements anyway, so I bought the program right after ordering this book, figuring it would be a great way to really see how well the book would be able to help a complete Photoshop novice like myself. After playing with the program, as well as using it to clean up pictures I took at my mother’s wedding, I can say with conviction that this book is terrific.
The writing is very simple and easy to understand. Each entry contains at least one color photograph (usually more) to help illustrate exactly what the book is trying to convey. The “lessons” are written in what feels like a natural, common-sense order for a beginner while still allowing plenty of learning for someone a bit more experienced. I almost felt like I had someone there holding my hand as I learned different ways to manipulate the photos I have taken. In fact, I started taking more pictures just to have a chance to play with some of my new techniques!
All-in-all, it’s a great book and an excellent reference tool for anyone just starting out with Elements – and since the program has changed quite a bit (I hear) from the last one, I’m pretty sure it would be helpful for those that have used Photoshop before as well. I would recommend this to anyone who would like to learn about different ways to use Elements to create some amazing photo artwork!
Rating: 4 / 5