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Adobe Photoshop Books, Training Videos, and CD-ROMs

Read reviews on a selection of Adobe Photoshop books, training CDs, and videos recommended by your Guide.

Photoshop Studio with Bert Monroy (Book)

Digital art pioneer Bert Monroy reveals his techniques for photo-realistic digital painting in Photoshop 7. Not only is this a book that teaches in a comfortable, reassuring way, the amazing illustrations are sure to motivate and inspire you as well.

Photoshop 7 Savvy by Steve Romaniello (Book)

Photoshop 7 Savvy is a good choice both for beginning and intermediate users of Photoshop who want a broad view of the program including many of the new features in Photoshop 7. The instruction is clear, and the nine hands-on tutorials help you put what you've read into practice.

Photoshop 7 Learning Studio by Steve Romaniello (CD)

Photoshop 7 Learning Studio is basically Photoshop 7 Savvy, the book, put into a browser-based format with demonstrative videos, narration, and a search engine added. Unless you prefer reading on-screen or you really need the search and demo features, just get the book.

Adobe Photoshop One-Click Wow! - Book Review

If you want to create stunning effects in less time than it takes to say it, Adobe Photoshop One-Click Wow! is just what you need.

Photoshop 6 Power Shortcuts

This compact, easy to use reference documents every single shortcut key available in Photoshop from version 5.0 through 6.0. Indispensable for instructors and aspiring power-users.

Photoshop 6 Shop Manual

Photoshop 6 Shop Manual is an indispensable reference manual for print and Web professionals and anyone else who wants to use Photoshop more efficiently.

Photoshop 7 Down & Dirty Tricks

Intermediate Photoshop users who want to learn the tricks of the pros for creating cutting edge designs and effects will enjoy this "recipe" book from the editor of Photoshop User magazine.

Photoshop Channel Chops

First published in 1997, a good portion of this classic book for advanced Photoshop techniques is still relevant today. Primarily of interest to those looking to perfect masking and composting skills.

Photoshop Restoration & Retouching

Anyone will be able to master professional techniques for retouching, restoring, and enhancing both new and old photos by following the step-by-step direction of this skilled Photoshop instructor.

Adobe 'Classroom in a Book' Series

These are some of the best books for learning Adobe's graphics products on your own. The material is presented in structured lessons with many hands-on, step-by-step exercises.

Creative Thinking in Photoshop

This book can give direction to artists looking to enhance their work with digital tools.

New Masters of Photoshop

For digital artists who use Photoshop, this book can inspire you, motivate you, and open your eyes and mind to new and interesting ways of working with Photoshop.

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