Photoshop Most Wanted 2 - by Al Ward & Colin Smith (Mixed Media Product)

About the Book

After the success of the first "Photoshop Most Wanted" book, the authors were deluged with feedback from readers wanting more: this new book is the result. Jam-packed with great effects and design tips to achieve these effects in Adobe Photoshop, this book teaches how to create a whole range of textures; use Masks, Gradients, and Filters; and uncovers some of the most sophisticated effects possible in Photoshop including realistic 3D objects. 10/03.

Book Synopsis

After the success of the first Photoshop Most Wanted book, Colin and Al were deluged with feedback from readers wanting more: this new book is the result. Jam-packed with great effects and design tips to achieve these in Adobe Photoshop, this book teaches how to create a whole range of textures, use Masks, Gradients, and Filters, and also uncovers some of the most sophisticated effects possible in Photoshop including realistic 3D objects.

This book assumes a competent skill level in Photoshop. It is aimed at intermediate Photoshop users who aspire to pro status, and also for professional users working with Photoshop every day who are looking for fresh inspiration and insider tips.

Review Quotes

"Each tutorial is written in a friendly, down-to-earth manner that's easy to follow. Friends of ED excels at making this type of book, and beginners are likely to adore it." - Computer Arts

"A worthy addition to the shelves of Photoshop fans and those wanting to take their images further." - Digital Photography User

"If you've ever wondered what you can do to take your Photoshop skills to the next level but were too afraid to ask, this title could be the answer." - Practical Internet Web Designer

About the Author

A certified Photoshop addict and webmaster of Action FX Photoshop Resources (ActionFX.com), Al Ward hails from Missoula, Montana. A former submariner in the U.S. Navy, Al now spends his time creating add-on software for Photoshop and writing on graphics-related topics. Al has been a contributor to Photoshop User Magazine and a contributing writer on Foundation Photoshop 6 and Photoshop Most Wanted: Effects and Design Tips, Inside Photoshop 6 and Special Edition Inside Photoshop 6 from New Riders. Al was also a panelist at the Photoshop World 2001 Los Angeles Conference, and contributes to the official National Association of Photoshop Professionals website as the actions area coordinator.