Product Description

This work provides tips and techniques with real-world examples targeted for Web design. Users tearn to prepare and plan for Web page development first, before moving on to the design and production phases. It includes specifics on Photoshop for Web design so designers don't have to wade through unnecessary Photoshop print details. The guide deals with Web-specific issues in Photoshop, such as choosing the most appropriate file compression graphics and photographic imagery, creating buttons and icons, and using layers to build Web animation.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1820653 in Books
• Published on: 2002-06-21
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: .90" h x 7.54" w x 9.24" l, 1.86 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 496 pages

Book Info
Inside you will find solutions that can be put to immediate use easily and effectively. Organized by topic and packed with critical information this is a must-have guide for every Photoshop user. Covers Photoshop X. Softcover.

From the Back Cover

300+ Immediate Solutions from the Pros

Improve your use of Photoshop in Web and print design. Prepare and plan for Web page development and print output, then skillfully apply the latest design and production techniques. Perform simple adjustments as well as complex tasks--optimize photographic imagery, build animation, add rollovers, adjust images to achieve perfect skin tones and transparent drop shadows, make appropriate color adjustments, create duotones, and more. Geared toward designers of all levels looking for exciting visual solutions, Photoshop 7 Tips & Techniques demystifies the complicated but enormously powerful features of Photoshop.

Inside:

• Precise, proven techniques--professional-level advice from industry experts
• Chapter-by-chapter subject indexes--make critical information easier to access
• Focused information--straightforward explanations for experienced programmers
• "Use-It" icons--each tip includes instructions for immediate implementation
• Must-have information--quick and concise solutions that work

About the Author
Wendy Willard (Dresden, ME) is a Web designer, developer, teacher, consultant and owner of WILLARDesigns. She previously held the position of art director at USWeb/CKS's office in Boston and creative director at Fishnet NewMedia. Wendy teaches and lectures on Web design & development throughout the US and Europe. She works closely with HyCurve, Inc., an internationally recognized leader in Internet training, on the development and maintenance of the HyCurve Certified Web Designer program.