- Paperback: 288 pages
- Publisher: Peachpit Press; 1 edition (14 Feb 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0321269063
- ISBN-13: 978-0321269065
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 18.8 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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One big advantage Photoshop professionals have always had was the understanding of channels. It was their secret weapon, and it enabled them to do things, and work in an entirely different way than their competitors, and maybe that's why the secret power of Photoshop's channels has been such a closely guarded secret. Until now.
Award-winning, bestselling author Scott Kelby (Editor of Photoshop User magazine) shows you how to unlock the power of Photoshop's Channels and really start using Photoshop like a pro. But this isn't a book of theory and technical explanations, this is a step-by-step project-based book that will teach you exactly how to the pros use channels in their everyday work (Using channels is one of the secrets they use to get twice the work done in half the time).
You'll learn how today's top photographers and graphic designers employ channels to make impossible selections, to speed their production workflow, to color correct images, to mask images, to create stunning color to black and white conversions, and to do dozens of inside tricks that set them apart from the field. There's a reason there's always been a mystique to using channels, and why Photoshop users who understand and use them stay on the cutting edge. Now, their secrets are revealed using the same plain-English style that has made Scott one of the leading Photoshop authors and instructors in the world today.
You'll be amazed at not only what you're able with channels, but you'll love the competitive advantage that using channels will give you. If you're ready to take your Photoshop skills to the next level, you're holding the book that will take you there, and you're gonna love it!
About the Author
Scott Kelby is President of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) as well as Editor-in-Chief of both Photoshop User and Mac Design magazines. Scott also serves as Training Director for the Adobe Photoshop Seminar Tour and is the Technical Chair of the PhotoshopWorld conference. Scott has written numerous books on Photoshop and is the creator of the best-selling Killer Tips series.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having little or no experience of using channels, I found this book opened up a new dimension in using photoshop CS2. I have enjoyed immensely going through this book, the step by step tutorials is excellent, easy to follow and written in a language that is suitable for beginner, and intermediate user. A very good reference tool, a must for anyone wishing to progress in using photoshop. If I could give it a 10 out of 10, I would. Scott Kelby, is a super writer, I like his style, the technique he uses simplifies the technology, making it an enjoyable experience. This book definately deserves the Wow! factor. Thanks Scott!
20 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book explains how to use channels in an easy and practical way. I did not know so much could be achieved using channels and with relatively little effort.
The chapter on Colour to Black & White is very informative in showing various ways to achieve very good black & white images. All easy to use.
An outstanding book and the best I have bought on using Photoshop; that includes other books by the same author.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I'm a big fan of Scott Kelby's books, and have bought most (if not all!) of his Photoshop and photography ones over the last few years.
I had used channels in a very basic form before picking up this book, but now I'm hooked! Scott explains the uses very well, as always, and gives some great examples too. All the images can be downloaded so that you can work through the book, rather than just read it.
I think my girlfriend's comment was "...I take it you like that, seeing as you've not put it down since you got it...", which I think says it all!
Once again, a brilliant book by a brilliant author. Highly recommended. Thanks Scott!
I had used channels in a very basic form before picking up this book, but now I'm hooked! Scott explains the uses very well, as always, and gives some great examples too. All the images can be downloaded so that you can work through the book, rather than just read it.
I think my girlfriend's comment was "...I take it you like that, seeing as you've not put it down since you got it...", which I think says it all!
Once again, a brilliant book by a brilliant author. Highly recommended. Thanks Scott!
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A pretty good buy
I bought as a christmas present for somebody and have gotten the chance to look through it myself.
If you're a Photoshop beginner or intermediate, I'd say this book is a very... Read more
If you're a Photoshop beginner or intermediate, I'd say this book is a very... Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2010 by E. Sivertsen
At last I can select hair!
As usual Scott Kelby makes, what had been previously incomprehensible to me, relatively easy.
I quite like his corny jokes too!
I quite like his corny jokes too!
Published on 1 Aug 2009 by E. Susan Storey
the photoshop channels book
I suspect that the author gets paid by the word. The book is hopelessly and unnecessarily verbose. Does it really take 8 whole pages with 15 screen shots and text to explain masks? Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2009 by K. Wells
Very accessible style and many useful tips
I never really knew what to do with channels in Photoshop. I knew they were there, but I didn't really touch them. Read more
Published on 22 Dec 2007 by A. Butterfield
Wonderfull, Don't waste money on magazines.
I first browsed this book in an expensive book store and within minutes realised again that Scott Kelby is second to none when learning Photoshop techniques. Read more
Published on 20 Jun 2007 by Mr. David Fisher
Excellent book, poor style
This is an excellent book on all things Photoshop channels. All of the tutorials are very easy to follow and I've learned a great deal. Read more
Published on 8 May 2007 by D. Allen
foto3000
This book will teach you some amazing techniques some of which are pinched with the approval of Dan Margulis, and for all Scott's faults with the very lame jokes it is worth it for... Read more
Published on 23 Jan 2007 by D. Osborn
Quite a lot of good information. Poorly delivered.
I had high hopes for this book and, as far as explaining the material covered, most of them were fulfilled... so why does it get only three stars? Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2006 by T. Anna
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