【圖書簡介】 Creative professionals know how to tap Photoshop CS3's Layers to achieve spectacular results, and now you can learn their secrets in this comprehensive book. How do you combine layers and masks? What's the best way to work with Web images? From the newest CS3 features to successful layering strategies, you'll discover the professional techniques and hands-on examples you need to succeed. Create composites that make an impact, organize your workflow, create great-looking and quick-loading Web images, and more.
【作者簡介】 Matt Doyle is cofounder of ELATED, a company dedicated to helping people build better Web sites. He has been professionally involved with system administration, software development, and Web site building since 1993.
【本書目錄】 About the Authors Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Part I: Layer Basics Chapter 1: Introducing Layers Understading the Layers Concept Layers and Photoshop Introducing the Layers Palette Understanding Layter Transparency Types of Layers Using Layers in ZPhotoshop New Layer Fearures in Photoshop CS3 Putting Theory into Practice Summary Chapter 2: Managing and Organizing Layers Creating Layers Selecting Layers Managing Layers Controlling Layer Positioning Organizing Layers Summary Chapter 3: Resizing and Transforming Layers Bitmaps versus Vectors The Transform Commands Meauring Transformations Transforming by Numbers Transforming Other Content Tutorial Transforming Thpe Layers Summary Part II: Exploring Special Layer Types Chapter 4: Creating Text with Type Layers What is a Type Layer? Adding a Type Layer Selecting Type Working with Point Type and Paragtaph Type Formatting Characters Formatting Paragraphs …… Chapter 5: Working with Shape Layers Chapter 6: Exploring Adjustment and Fill Layers Part III: Advanced Layer Features Chapter 7: Combining Layers with Blending Modes Chapter 8: Exploring Smart Objects Chapter 9: Working with Masks Chapter 10: Discovering Layer Styles Chapter 11: Using Layer Comps Part IV: Using Layers in Real-World Situations Chapter 12: Exploring Layer Strategies Chapter 13: Using Layers in Other Applications Chapter 14: Designing with Layers Chapter 15: Manipulating Photos by Using Layers Chapter 16: Creating Personal Projects with Layers Part V: Appendixes Appendix A: Using the CD-ROM Appendix B: Shortcuts for Working with Layers Index