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Book Crafting the Landscape Photograph with Lightroom Classic and Photoshop

Download or read book Crafting the Landscape Photograph with Lightroom Classic and Photoshop written by Ben Willmore and published by Rocky Nook, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-06-21 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Realize the full potential of your photography and produce breathtaking landscape images using Lightroom Classic and Photoshop!

You can follow all the tried-and-true rules of great landscape photography—shooting in great light, making sure to have a clear subject in the scene, and maximizing sharpness throughout the image—and yet your photos can still somehow fall flat. Compared to others’ work you see online or in print, there just seems to be something missing: your images are a bit bland, while others’ work is often inspiring, lively, and beautiful. What gives?

The difference can often be found in the photographer’s post-processing techniques in Lightroom Classic and Photoshop that they use to help direct the viewer’s eye and make their images come alive. This kind of post-processing is not about “fixing mistakes” but is an essential part of the successful landscape photographer's contemporary workflow. Photographer and author Ben Willmore has spent over 30 years refining his own images and workflow, written more than a dozen books, and led photo workshops around the world. All in all, he has taught more than 100,000 photographers in person, so he knows the questions, concerns, and frustrations that landscape photographers have.

In this book, you’ll learn how to use Lightroom Classic and Photoshop in order to transform your captures into something you can truly be proud of. From shooting techniques that help you capture the most robust RAW file at the highest quality possible to developing your images in Lightroom Classic and Photoshop, Ben covers global and local adjustments, masking, selections, layers, color, luminance, sharpness, multi-image composites, focus stacking, and much more.

Topics include:

    • Idealized color and color grading
    • Detail and sharpness
    • Separation and depth
    • Establishing balance
    • Creating compelling contrast
    • Leading the eye
    • Dodging and burning
    • Black and white
    • Eliminating artifacts and distractions
    • Adding emotion
    • Producing a coherent body of work
    • Panoramas and HDR

Ben teaches you not only about “learning the tools” but about applying these tools to your work in such a way that you can direct the viewer’s eye through your photograph via the use of contrast, brightness, color, tone, framing, and detail. By learning how to use and apply these techniques to your own work in an intentional, expressive way, you’ll be equipped to elevate your work and finally make the kinds of landscape photographs you’ve always wanted to make.

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book written by Martin Evening and published by Adobe Press. This book was released on 2019-01-21 with total page 1372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC is one of the most powerful tools a digital photographer has in their toolset, offering powerful editing features in streamlined interface that lets photographers import, sort, and organize images. In this completely updated bestseller, author Martin Evening describes Lightroom Classic CC features in detail, covering library organization, develop image processing, output modules, and an introduction to the features in the new Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC across desktop, web, and mobile. As an established commercial and landscape photographer, Martin knows first-hand what photographers need for an efficient work flow. He has been working with Lightroom from the beginning, and as a result, knows the software inside and out. In this book, he’ll teach you how to: Work efficiently with images shot in raw or non-raw formats Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow Create and manage a personal image and video library Integrate Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop Prepare images for print, slideshows, or to create a book Make the most of new features, such as the ability to migrate and sync photos via the cloud Photographers will find Lightroom Classic CC—and The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book—indispensable tools in their digital darkrooms.

Book Lightroom Classic CC and Photoshop  Landscape Photography

Download or read book Lightroom Classic CC and Photoshop Landscape Photography written by Justin Reznick and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Lightroom Classic CC and Photoshop  Landscape Photography

Download or read book Lightroom Classic CC and Photoshop Landscape Photography written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See how far Lightroom Classic CC and Photoshop can take your landscape photography. Photographer Justin Reznick shares his favorite workflow and processing strategies for making landscape photos look their best. He shows how to organize photos from your shoots in Lightroom, quickly make basic adjustments, and make creative composites with its panorama and HDR features. Adding Photoshop into the mix allows for more fine-tuned control, while plugins such as the Nik Collection and Color Efex Pro expand your creative options. Justin combines all these tools in the final chapter, where he takes on his own landscapes from start to finish.

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic Book

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic Book written by Scott Kelby and published by New Riders. This book was released on 2021-12-16 with total page 1108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since Lightroom first launched 15 years ago, Scott Kelby's The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Book for Digital Photographers has been the world's #1 top-selling Lightroom book (it has been translated into dozens of different languages), and in this latest version, Scott did his biggest update ever, sharing all his newest techniques, insights, and invaluable tips using his award-winning, plain-English style that makes learning Lightroom easy and fun. Scott doesn't just show you which sliders do what (every Lightroom book does that, right?). Instead, he shares his own personal settings, his time-tested techniques, and his proven step-by-step method of learning Lightroom, so you can begin using it like a pro from the start. Each year, he trains thousands of Lightroom users at his live seminars, online conferences, and through his blog at LightroomKillerTips.com, and he has learned firsthand what really works and what doesn't. He tells you flat-out which techniques work best, which ones to avoid, and why. You'll learn: His famous SLIM (Simplified Lightroom Image Management) system that will teach you, step by step, how to organize your images, back them up, and be able to find them quickly and easily. Scott's SLIM system is taught at colleges and universities around the world, because it's so simple, straightforward, and it works. How to make your images look like the pros, and how to take advantage of the camera, creative, and B&W profiles—you'll finally "get" the whole image editing thing, and you'll know exactly what to do, which sliders to move (and which to avoid) in what order, and why. How to unlock the power of Lightroom's Masking tools and how to "paint with light" to take your images to another level. How to use Lightroom along with Photoshop, and how to make the two work together absolutely seamlessly. You'll be surprised at what you'll be able to do, even if you've never used Photoshop before. How to expand Lightroom's power to your phone or tablet, so you can organize and edit your images from anywhere. How to share your images in print and in gorgeous coffee table books, or online, including how to do online client proofing or share images with a group. Download most of the same images used in the book to follow right along with. You'll get a killer collection of custom Lightroom Develop and Print presets to give you some of the most sought-after looks and effects, all with just one click. This is the first and only book to bring the whole process together in such a clear, concise, and visual way. There is no faster, more straight-to-the-point, or more fun way to learn Lightroom.

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC Book for Digital Photographers

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC Book for Digital Photographers written by Scott Kelby and published by New Riders. This book was released on 2015-04-25 with total page 1281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since Lightroom 1.0 first launched, Scott’s Kelby’s The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Book for Digital Photographers has been the world’s #1 bestselling Lightroom book (it has been translated into a dozen different languages), and in this latest version for Lightroom 6, Scott uses his same award-winning, step-by-step, plain-English style and layout to make learning Lightroom easy and fun. Scott doesn’t just show you which sliders do what (every Lightroom book will do that). Instead, by using the following three simple, yet brilliant, techniques that make it just an incredible learning tool, this book shows you how to create your own photography workflow using Lightroom: • Throughout the book, Scott shares his own personal settings and studio-tested techniques. Each year he trains thousands of Lightroom users at his live seminars and through that he’s learned what really works, what doesn’t, and he tells you flat out which techniques work best, which to avoid, and why. • The entire book is laid out in a real workflow order with everything step by step, so you can begin using Lightroom like a pro from the start. • What really sets this book apart is the last chapter. This is where Scott dramatically answers his #1 most-asked Lightroom question, which is: “Exactly what order am I supposed to do things in, and where does Photoshop fit in?” You’ll see Scott’s entire start-to-finish Lightroom 6 workflow and learn how to incorporate it into your own workflow. • Plus, this book includes a downloadable collection of some of the hottest Lightroom Develop module presets to give you a bunch of amazing effects with just one click! Scott knows firsthand the challenges today’s digital photographers are facing, and what they want to learn next to make their workflow faster, easier, and more fun. He has incorporated all of that into this major update for Lightroom 6. It’s the first and only book to bring the whole process together in such a clear, concise, and visual way. Plus, the book includes a special chapter on integrating Adobe Photoshop seamlessly right into your workflow, and you’ll learn some of Scott’s latest Photoshop portrait retouching techniques and special effects, which take this book to a whole new level. There is no faster, more straight to the point, or more fun way to learn Lightroom than with this groundbreaking book.

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book written by Martin Evening and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 752 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC is one of the most powerful tools a digital photographer has in their toolset, offering powerful editing features in a streamlined interface that lets photographers import, sort, and organize images. In this completely updated bestseller, author Martin Evening describes Lightroom Classic CC features in detail, covering library organization, develop image processing, output modules, and the latest Lightroom CC/mobile features. As an established commercial and landscape photographer, Martin knows firsthand what photographers need for an efficient workflow. He has been working with Lightroom from the beginning, and as a result, knows the software inside and out. In this book, he’ll teach you how to: Work efficiently with images shot in raw or JPEG formats Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow Create and manage a personal image and video library Integrate Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop Prepare images for print, slideshows, or to create a book Make the most of new features, such as the ability to migrate and sync photos via the cloud Photographers will find Lightroom Classic CC–and The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book –indispensable tools in their digital darkrooms. “With Martin’s expert guidance, you’ll soon find that you have precisely the tools you need to turn your concentration back where it belongs—on making better pictures!” —George Jardine, digital photography consultant “As a photographer himself, Martin Evening knows what tools photographers need to realize their creative vision. In this book, he shows not only how Adobe Photoshop Lightroom works but also why it will become an essential part of any photographer’s workflow.” —Greg Gorman, photographer

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book written by Martin Evening and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Adobe Lightroom Classic CC  Mastering the Library Module

Download or read book Adobe Lightroom Classic CC Mastering the Library Module written by Robin Whalley and published by Robin Whalley. This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to manage your images like the professionals Are you struggling with too many photos cluttering up your computer? Do you find you can’t keep pace with the growth in your image library? Can you find the photo you need quickly, or are you wasting time browsing thousands of images? Are you faced with a backlog of photos, unsure of the best way to organise them? In this comprehensive yet easy to follow guide, Landscape Photographer Robin Whalley explains how Lightroom can help you manage your photo library. Written in his unique, easy to understand style, Robin explains logically everything you need to know. Even if you find yourself with a huge backlog of images, this book will help you to wrestle back control. Section 1 provides an overview of the Lightroom Catalog and the important feature of the Library Module. This ensures you understand the most important tools and can be used as quick reference guide later. Section 2 then explains how to apply the tools of the Library Module to real-world problems and situations. You will learn: + Why the Catalog is critical to Lightroom and how to avoid some costly but very common mistakes. + How to organise your digital photographs and how this relates to Lightroom’s folders. + How to import photos to Lightroom, while using automation to save yourself time later. + To apply Flags, Ratings and Labels to your photos, helping you sort and organise your photo library. + To quickly find photos, even from a library with many thousands of images. + To create and manage a vocabulary of keywords, adding these to your photos. This book doesn’t have you wading through hundreds of pages to find answers. It’s a comprehensive and concise guide to quickly help you to manage your photos like a professional. Seemingly complex processes are summarised into a simple to apply but effective workflow. Follow this guide to regain control of your photo library.

Book Crafting the Landscape Photograph with Lightroom Classic and Photoshop

Download or read book Crafting the Landscape Photograph with Lightroom Classic and Photoshop written by Ben Willmore and published by . This book was released on 2023-06-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Realize the full potential of your photography and produce breathtaking landscape images using Lightroom Classic and Photoshop! You can follow all the tried-and-true rules of great landscape photography--shooting in great light, making sure to have a clear subject in the scene, and maximizing sharpness throughout the image--and yet your photos can still somehow fall flat. Compared to others'' work you see online or in print, there just seems to be something missing: your images are a bit bland, while others'' work is often inspiring, lively, and beautiful. What gives? The difference can often be found in the photographer''s post-processing techniques in Lightroom Classic and Photoshop that they use to help direct the viewer''s eye and make their images come alive. This kind of post-processing is not about "fixing mistakes" but is an essential part of the successful landscape photographer''s contemporary workflow. Photographer and author Ben Willmore has spent over 30 years refining his own images and workflow, written more than a dozen books, and led photo workshops around the world. All in all, he has taught more than 100,000 photographers in person, so he knows the questions, concerns, and frustrations that landscape photographers have. In this book, you''ll learn how to use Lightroom Classic and Photoshop in order to transform your captures into something you can truly be proud of. From shooting techniques that help you capture the most robust RAW file at the highest quality possible to developing your images in Lightroom Classic and Photoshop, Ben covers global and local adjustments, masking, selections, layers, color, luminance, sharpness, multi-image composites, focus stacking, and much more. Topics include: * Idealized color and color grading * Detail and sharpness * Separation and depth * Establishing balance * Creating compelling contrast * Leading the eye * Dodging and burning * Black and white * Eliminating artifacts and distractions * Adding emotion * Producing a coherent body of work * Panoramas and HDR Ben teaches you not only about "learning the tools" but about applying these tools to your work in such a way that you can direct the viewer''s eye through your photograph via the use of contrast, brightness, color, tone, framing, and detail. By learning how to use and apply these techniques to your own work in an intentional, expressive way, you''ll be equipped to elevate your work and finally make the kinds of landscape photographs you''ve always wanted to make. TABLE OF CONTENTS Part 1: Essential Techniques Chapter 1: Lightroom Foundations​​ Chapter 2: Global Adjustments in Lightroom Chapter 3: Localized Adjustments in Lightroom Chapter 4: Retouching in Lightroom Chapter 5: Photoshop Foundations Chapter 6: Selections & Masking in Photoshop Chapter 7: Adjustments in Photoshop Chapter 8: Layers in Photoshop Chapter 9: Retouching in Photoshop Part 2: Quality Considerations Chapter 10: Eliminate Shooting Artifacts Chapter 11: Eliminate Processing Artifacts Chapter 12: Extend Potential with Multiple Exposures Part 3: Captivating Images Chapter 13: Lead the Eye Chapter 14: Add Dimension, Atmosphere, & Drama

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 Book for Digital Photographers

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 Book for Digital Photographers written by Scott Kelby and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2008-08-31 with total page 919 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written in concert with Adobe's development of the Photoshop Lightroom 2 Beta, The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 Book for Digital Photographers - by #1 bestselling computer and technology author, Scott Kelby - is the most complete and concise Lightroom "how-to" book for digital photographers of all skill levels. In The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 Book for Digital Photographers, Scott walks readers through the basics of Lightroom use, leading them to a brilliantly devised and super efficient digital photography workflow that dramatically improves productivity and allows photographers to spend less time processing photos and more time shooting them. Throughout the book Scott shares his personal camera and Lightroom settings, as well as the studio-tested techniques he's developed for his own photography workflow. The book is written in his trademark step-by-step, plain English style, and because he knows what really works and what doesn't, he isn't shy to tell you flat out which tools to use, which to avoid, and why. This allows digital photographers of any skill level to jump right in using Lightroom like a pro from the very start, sidestepping a lot of the frustrations that typically haunt those unfamiliar with new applications…especially those as powerful as Lightroom. What really sets The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 Book for Digital Photographers apart from other Lightroom books on the market are the last two bonus chapters where Scott answers the questions, "In exactly what order am I supposed to do things in Lightoom," and "Where does Photoshop fit in to the mix?" Both chapters start with an on-location photo shoot, including full details on the equipment, camera settings, and lighting techniques. Readers then witness as he takes the photos from each shoot through the entire workflow process, to the final output of the 16"x20" prints. And, because he incorporates Photoshop seamlessly right into this workflow, you'll learn some of the latest Photoshop techniques for portrait and landscape photography as well. If you're one of those people who learns best by actually doing the projects yourself; who learns best without all the complicated technical explanations and confusing jargon, and if you really want to start using Lightroom today to unlock the productivity secrets of "The new digital photography workflow,"---there is no faster, more "straight-to-the-point" or more fun way to learn than this groundbreaking new book, and you are absolutely going to love it!

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book  Second Edition

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book Second Edition written by Martin Evening and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 769 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC is one of the most powerful tools a digital photographer has in their toolset, offering powerful editing features in streamlined interface that lets photographers import, sort, and organize images. In this completely updated bestseller, author Martin Evening describes Lightroom Classic CC features in detail, covering library organization, develop image processing, output modules, and an introduction to the features in the new Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC across desktop, web, and mobile. As an established commercial and landscape photographer, Martin knows first-hand what photographers need for an efficient work flow. He has been working with Lightroom from the beginning, and as a result, knows the software inside and out. In this book, he'll teach you how to: Work efficiently with images shot in raw or non-raw formats Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow Create and manage a personal image and video library Integrate Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop Prepare images for print, slideshows, or to create a book Make the most of new features, such as the ability to migrate and sync photos via the cloud Photographers will find Lightroom Classic CC-and Th e Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book -indispensable tools in their digital darkrooms.

Book Adobe Photoshop CC and Lightroom CC for Photographers

Download or read book Adobe Photoshop CC and Lightroom CC for Photographers written by Martin Evening and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 769 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC is one of the most powerful tools a digital photographer has in their toolset, offering powerful editing features in streamlined interface that lets photographers import, sort, and organize images. In this completely updated bestseller, author Martin Evening describes Lightroom Classic CC features in detail, covering library organization, develop image processing, output modules, and an introduction to the features in the new Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC across desktop, web, and mobile. As an established commercial and landscape photographer, Martin knows first-hand what photographers need for an efficient work flow. He has been working with Lightroom from the beginning, and as a result, knows the software inside and out. In this book, he'll teach you how to: Work efficiently with images shot in raw or non-raw formats Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow Create and manage a personal image and video library Integrate Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop Prepare images for print, slideshows, or to create a book Make the most of new features, such as the ability to migrate and sync photos via the cloud Photographers will find Lightroom Classic CC-and Th e Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book -indispensable tools in their digital darkrooms.

Book Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC   Lightroom 6 Book

Download or read book Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC Lightroom 6 Book written by Martin Evening and published by Adobe Press. This book was released on 2015-04-22 with total page 1648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom was designed from the ground up with digital photographers in mind, offering powerful editing features in a streamlined interface that lets photographers import, sort, and organize images. In this completely updated bestseller, author Martin Evening describes features in Lightroom CC (2015 Release)/ Lightroom 6 in detail from a photographer's perspective. As an established commercial and fashion photographer, Martin knows firsthand what photographers need for an efficient workflow. He has been working with Lightroom from the beginning, monitoring the product's development and providing valued feedback to Adobe. As a result, Martin knows the software inside and out, from image selection to image editing and image management. In this book he'll teach you how to: • Work efficiently with images shot in raw or JPEG formats • Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow • Create and manage a personal image and video library • Quickly apply tonal adjustments to multiple images • Integrate Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop • Export images for print or Web as digital contact sheets or personal portfolios • Make the most of new features in Lightroom CC / Lightroom 6 such as face recognition, multi-image processing for HDR and panoramas, GPU support for the Develop module, and Slideshow and Web improvements Photographers will find Lightroom CC / Lightroom 6 and The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC / Lightroom 6 Book indispensable tools in their digital darkrooms. “With Martin’s expert guidance, you’ll soon find that you have precisely the tools you need to turn your concentration back where it belongs–on making better pictures!” –George Jardine, digital photography consultant “As a photographer himself, Martin Evening knows what tools photographers need to realize their creative vision. In this book, he shows not only how Adobe Photoshop Lightroom works but also why it will become an essential part of any photographer’s workflow.” –Greg Gorman, photographer

Book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5 Book for Digital Photographers

Download or read book The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5 Book for Digital Photographers written by Scott Kelby and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2014 with total page 553 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, Scott Kelby shows the reader how to unlock the amazing power of Adobe Lightroom and start using it like a pro

Book Photoshop Lightroom

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jeff Revell
  • Publisher : Peachpit Press
  • Release : 2012-04-13
  • ISBN : 0132945789
  • Pages : 487 pages

Download or read book Photoshop Lightroom written by Jeff Revell and published by Peachpit Press. This book was released on 2012-04-13 with total page 487 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now that you've got those amazing DSLR shots, you need a book that goes beyond the software manual to help you organize and process your images using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom–including the recently announced Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4. In Photoshop Lightroom: From Snapshots to Great Shots, professional photographer Jeff Revell helps you master the fundamentals and create stunning ready-to-display images. Jeff covers the basics – from importing images, to making minor fixes and local edits, to applying special effects to fine-tune your photographs. You'll also get a sneak-peek at Jeff's entire workflow as he shows you how to make adjustments to your photos and complete your vision for a shot – a process that begins the moment you pick up your camera and ends with your final edit in Lightroom. Follow along with your friendly and knowledgeable guide, and you will learn key software techniques to organize and improve your images, including: Importing and tracking your images using keywords, filters, and Smart Collections Using the selective adjustment tools to improve the quality of your images Enhancing your images with gradients, vignettes, and Dodge & Burn Creating a photo book Printing contact sheets or a picture package Sharing your images via email, slideshows, or an online Web gallery Whether you just purchased Lightroom 4 or are hanging onto a previous edition, this guide is packed with expert advice and tips and written by a photographer for photographers–all geared to help you understand the fundamentals and create an efficient photography workflow. Beautifully illustrated with large, vibrant photos, this book teaches you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time. Join the book's Flickr group to share your photos and discuss how you use Photoshop Lightroom to make great shots at flickr.com/groups/photoshoplightroomfromsnapshotstogreatshots.

Book Photoshop for Lightroom Users

Download or read book Photoshop for Lightroom Users written by Scott Kelby and published by New Riders. This book was released on 2018-12-10 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom is truly an awesome program, and the primary editing tool for so many photographers today. But, at some point, you realize that there are things you need to do to your images that Lightroom just can’t do. It could be anything from pro-level portrait retouching, to blending two or more images together, to incredible special effects, to removing distracting things in your image, to adding beautiful type to your images, and, well...there are just lots of incredible things you could do...if you just knew Photoshop. Adobe Photoshop is...well...it’s Photoshop—this huge, amazing, Swiss Army knife of a program with 70+ tools, and more than a hundred filters. So, compared to Lightroom it seems really complicated, and it could be, but you’ve got a secret weapon: Scott Kelby. He’s the same guy who wrote the world’s #1 best-selling book on Lightroom, he’s Editor and Publisher of Photoshop User magazine and Lightroom Magazine, and he’s here to teach you just the most important, most useful parts of Photoshop—just the stuff that Lightroom can’t already do. Once you learn these techniques (all covered in this short, quick, easy-to-use, plain-English guide), it opens a whole new world of productivity and creativity. Here’s what you’ll learn: Scott tells you flat-out which tools to use, which techniques work best, which ones to avoid, and why. You only really need about 20% of what Photoshop can do, and that 20% is all covered right in this book. The most important layer techniques, and learning layers is like being handed the keys to the candy store—this is where the fun begins, and you’ll be amazed at what you’ll be able to do, so quickly and easily. Scott’s favorite (and most useful) portrait retouching techniques; his favorite special effects for landscape, travel, and people photos; plus which filters are awesome (and which ones waste your time). Also, you’ll learn how to mask hair and create super-realistic composites (you’ll be amazed when you learn how easy this is), plus how to take advantage of all the latest Photoshop technology, how to leverage the latest features (so you’re doing things the easy way), and a bunch of today’s most popular techniques (the same commercial looks you’re seeing in hot demand), so you’ll be using Photoshop like a shark in no time. If you’ve been saying to yourself, “Ya know, I really should learn Photoshop,” you’re holding the absolute best book to get you there, coming from the guy who literally wrote the book on Lightroom. He knows how to help you make the most of using these two powerful tools together to take your images (and your fun) to the next level. You are going to love being a Photoshop shark!