Layers: The Complete Guide to Photoshops Most Powerful Feature, Second Edition

Layers are the key to understanding Photoshop; this bestselling book is back to show readers exactly how to master this essential feature! The only book that clearly and concisely teaches Photoshop Layers. Written by Matt Kloskowski, experienced author, trainer, and Photoshop guru. From Matt: Most of the training Oooos and aahhhhs you get are from showing very simple layers-related tasks -- layers are the key to everything in Photoshop! Previous edition sold over 42,000 units (World wide) When Photoshop guru Matt Kloskowski was asked why he wrote this book, he replied, Its simple: I wanted to write the Photoshop book that I wished was around when I was learning Photoshop. Youve always known that layers were the key to understanding Photoshop, and now you have a resource to show you exactly how. With Matts clear, easy-to-follow, and concise writing style readers will learn about: Working with and managing multiple layers. Building multiple layered images. Blending layers together. Exactly which of the 25+ Blend Modes you need to worry about (theres just a few). Layer Masking and just how easy it is. Using layers to enhance and retouch your photos. All of the tips and tricks that make using layers a breeze. This book is the one that anyone who wants to finally understand layers in Photoshop has been waiting for! Layers: The Complete Guide to Photoshops Most Powerful Feature, Second Edition, was written for Photoshop CS5, but will be pertinent to future versions of Photoshop as well.