Photoshop Elements 7 all-in-one for dummies - Barbara Obermeier

Create extraordinary photos

to share in print, on the Web,

or as other cool projects!

Photoshop Elements is a powerful photo–editing program, and this handy, one–stop guide gives you the scoop on the latest tips and techniques
in rich, full color! These nine minibooks cover everything you need to know about organizing, editing, sharing, and creating projects with your photos.

• The groundwork
  Books I and II cover setting up your work environment, using tools and shortcuts, and managing your files




• Make them pretty
  learn to work with resolution, manage color, use appropriate file formats, and handle selections in Books III and IV




• Take it up a notch
  in Books V, VI, and VII, learn to use Brush and Pencil, work with layers, and create artistic effects




• Fix the flaws
  Book VIII helps you erase imperfections, fine–tune color, and more




• Be creative
  with slide shows, calendars, greeting cards, flip books, and other projects in Book IX

Open the book and find:

• The process for acquiring, saving, and exporting images




• Steps for correcting lighting, color, and clarity




• How to work with Camera Raw files




• Instructions for working with layers and masks




• Tips for modifying and transforming selections




• How to combine multiple images into creative collages




• Advice on working with type and getting artsy with the pencil and brush tools




• Creative applications for filters, effects, styles, and distortions