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Real World Adobe InDesign CS4

Author: 
Olav Martin Kvern and David Blatner
Publisher: 
Peachpit Press
Published Date: 
2009
ISBN: 
978-0-321-53243-9
Pages: 
827
Rating: 
5

The amount of information contained within the pages of this book is astounding.  Real World Indesign CS4 is fourteen chapters of workspace, page layout, text, type, graphics, color, printing... the list goes on and on.  The knowledge I have gleaned from this text fully encompasses lessons learned from the classroom and online.  This book also covers scripting and XML, which I had very little knowledge in association with InDesign previously.  I'm still trying to wrap my head around everything, but I am learning.  Real World Adobe InDesign CS4 could be viewed in many ways, whether as a fully educational text, to a reference guide for techniques that may have slipped one's mind.  The fact of the matter remains this book is an, if not the, definitive text on Adobe InDesign CS4.  Buy this book, you will not regret it.

The Photoshop Darkroom

Author: 
Harold Davis & Phyllis Davis
Publisher: 
Focal Press an imprint of Elsevier
Published Date: 
September 15, 2009
ISBN: 
978-0-240-81259-5
Pages: 
208
Rating: 
5

I am a beginner to Adobe Photoshop. In fact, my first introduction to Photoshop was on my first DMAG meeting I attended in February 2010. As a beginner I find just opening Photoshop to be intimidating and the few Photoshop books I do have to be an exhausting read that only further detours me from the learning process. That is not the case with this book! This book makes learning fun! The Photoshop Darkroom is an easy and fascinating read with amazing photo illustrations. I found the books layout to be informative, clever, creative and inspirational. The author gives step-by-step explanations, handwritten notes with additional guidance/reference and amazing photo illustrations of the editing process.

Photoshop CS4 Photographer's Handbook

Author: 
Stephen Laskevitch
Publisher: 
Rocky Nook
Published Date: 
2009
ISBN: 
978-1-933952-42-0
Pages: 
270
Rating: 
4

When I first picked up this book I thought it was going to be a typical book on editing photographs. I really wish the title gave a better clue as to what it's about, which is one thing: Digital Workflow. And for that subject it gives a very good introduction for anyone who is trying to figure out how Adobe's Bridge, Photoshop, Lightroom and Camera Raw products fit together smoothly.

The first section, Setup, leads the reader through the fundamentals of digital images, principles of color and color management. Also discussed is the basics computer and work environment configuration to have the best editing experience. Finally each of the tools is given a general introduction.

Printing with Adobe Photoshop CS4

Author: 
Tim Daly
Publisher: 
Focal Press
Published Date: 
2009
ISBN: 
978-0-240.81138-3
Pages: 
283
Rating: 
5

This is a very comprehensive book for photographers. It covers everything from the best ways to shoot images for digital editing, to the differences in diferent papers and printers, and eveything a photographer needs to know in between. As a designer, who often takes photographs for clients, this book provides some great insights about workflow and image taking for use in Photoshop CS4. I can't imagine a photographer not having this book. This is a great book and a must have reference guide for anyone that shoots digital images and uses Photoshop to adjust and print.

Adobe Photoshop CS4: The Professional Portfolio

Author: 
Erika Kendra, Gary Poyssick
Publisher: 
Against The Clock
Published Date: 
2009
ISBN: 
978-0-9815216-5-7
Pages: 
497
Rating: 
5

Review: Adobe Photoshop CS4: The Professional Portfolio

THIS BOOK IS THE GREATEST!!!

Against The Clock also has DreamWeaver CS4, InDesign CS4, Illustrator CS4 and Flash CS4.  Illustrator and DreamWeaver were floating around last month's meeting and I wish I had grabbed both of them, but I guess one at a time is good enough.

Adobe Dreamweaver CS4 The Professional Portfolio

Author: 
Erika Kendra, Gary Poyssick
Publisher: 
Against The Clock
Published Date: 
2009
ISBN: 
978-0-9815216-9-5
Pages: 
461
Rating: 
5

 

I LOVE THIS BOOK Laughing

 

Along with Dreamweaver CS4 The Professional Portfolio, Against The Clock also has Photoshop CS4, InDesign CS4, Illustrator CS4 and Flash CS4.

 

Adobe Illustrator CS4 How-Tos.

Author: 
David Karlins
Publisher: 
Adobe Press
Published Date: 
2009
ISBN: 
978-0-321-56290-6
Pages: 
243
Rating: 
4

Review: Adobe Illustrator CS4 How-Tos

 "Adobe Illustrator CS4 How-Tos: 100 Essential Techniques" by David Karlins is an excellent resource for both new users to Illustrator as well as users who have been taking advantages of this application's powers for years. Without getting too advanced, the book does what it promises. It teaches the essentials of Adobe Illustrator.

Adobe Illustrator CS3: Classroom in a Book

Author: 
Adobe Press
Publisher: 
Adobe Systems Inc.
Published Date: 
2007
ISBN: 
0-321-49200
Pages: 
451
Rating: 
5

Talk about your tricks of the trade for the newly upgraded Illustrator CS3 and Adobe Illustrator CS3: Classroom in a Book has ‘em covered. To be honest I am far from being a seasoned Illustrator user but this book gets you well on your way with an excellent and easy to understand task based learning style with exceptional supporting graphics and fun to do tutorials.

Dynamic Learning “Flash CS3 Professional”

Author: 
Fred Gerantabee & AGI Creative Team
Publisher: 
O'Reilly
Published Date: 
September 2007
ISBN: 
978-0-596-51058-9
Pages: 
456
Rating: 
5

This book is split into 15 chapters, each presenting lessons for the reader to work through. As a companion to the text, it also comes with a DVD filled with exercise files and video tutorials. As a “Flash” instructor I am always seeking new and exciting ways to enthuse and engage new students. I was not disappointed!

Adobe InDesign CS3 - HOW-TOs 100 ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES

Author: 
John Cruise & Kelly Kordes Anton
Publisher: 
Peachpit
Published Date: 
May 27, 2007
ISBN: 
978-0-321-50895-9
Pages: 
272
Rating: 
4

I’m an avid Adobe “classroom in a book” fan and have been for my years now (too many to count). Adobe has always provided excellent support for their programs in this “mini lesson” style. This book easily breaks apart the twists and turns of InDesign in a well written format that will appeal to the novice and the frequent user.

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