Photoshop Books

This is a massive guide covering almost all the features of Photoshop. The first few chapters will get newcomers up to speed with the application.

Layers is the key feature in Photoshop. If you don't get the Missing Manual, try using this book as a gentle introduction.

Using Photoshop strictly for web design? This book skips the nitty gritty details and shows you exactly how to use Photoshop for web graphics.

Learn to be productive in Photoshop using various tricks/techniques. You'll also get practice by creating realistic photomontages.

Learn basic design theory and use it to make creative art. Projects include iPod ads, textbooks, graffiti, stained glass, and more.

Learn to create scenes without the use of any photographs. You'll make realistic brick walls, wooden furniture, guitars, cloth, and more.

Create stunning images using advanced digital illustration techniques. This is a project based book - each project leaving plenty of tips.

Take a simple scanned picture and turn it into an art piece with Photoshop.

This is not a Photoshop-specific book. Instead, it shows you how to integrate Photoshop with other tools.

Includes tips, tricks, and techniques for digital artists using Photoshop. It's a gallery with commentary from artists.

The second volume includes more art pieces and in-depth tutorials. Tips range from custom brushes to speed painting.

The third volume covers topics like game concept art, matte painting, productivity shortcuts, and more.

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