Product Description

Photoshop 6 Bible, Gold Edition provides everything you need to know to become an expert with the latest release of Adobe Photoshop, version 6. #1 bestselling graphics author and Photoshop guru Deke McClelland once again delivers the most comprehensive, informative, and entertaining coverage of Photoshop you'll find anywhere. The book includes 352 color pages and two CD-ROMs packed with utilities, plug-ins, sample images, an artist gallery, video interviews, and more.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #960076 in Books
• Published on: 2001-08-29
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 1268 pages

Review
"A must-have encyclopedia of Photoshop info!" —Jeff Schewe, Imaging Artist and Author

"Definitely the TOP book out on the market today. You won't find a better source of information on Photoshop." —Jacquelin Vanderwood, The Internet Eye; the-internet-eye.com

From the Publisher
"A must-have encyclopedia of Photoshop info!" —Jeff Schewe, Imaging Artist and Author

"Definitely the TOP book out on the market today. You won't find a better source of information on Photoshop." —Jacquelin Vanderwood, The Internet Eye; the-internet-eye.com

From the Back Cover
"A must-have encyclopedia of Photoshop info!" —Jeff Schewe, Imaging Artist and Author

"Definitely the TOP book out on the market today. You won't find a better source of information on Photoshop." —Jacquelin Vanderwood, The Internet Eye; the-internet-eye.com

The Ultimate Guide to Photoshop 6
With 19 bonus chapters showcasing Photoshop techniques used by leading computer graphics professionals and more than 256 full-color pages of stunning artwork, this expanded, cross-platform edition of the bestselling Macworld Photoshop 6 Bible and Photoshop 6 for Windows Bible is truly the gold standard in Photoshop reference books. Digital graphics guru Deke McClelland delivers the most comprehensive, informative, and entertaining coverage of Photoshop you'll find anywhere — complete with all the insider tips and tricks you need for cutting-edge graphic design.

• MASTER Photoshop 6 with the most comprehensive cross-platform resource available
• DISCOVER advanced techniques in 19 bonus chapters with 256 pages of color examples
• LEARN the Photoshop secrets of top graphic artists such as Glenn Mitsui and Greg Vander Houwen

• State-of-the-art images and QuickTime movies by today's leading Photoshop artists
• Professional-level Photoshop tutorials from Total Training
• Try-out versions of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, plus plug-ins from Andromeda Software, Ulead Systems, and Alien Skin Software

Customer Reviews

Deke's done it again
I haven't missed an upgrade to Photoshop since version 3 came out. And I wouldn't consider an upgrade to Photoshop without upgrading my Photoshop Bible, too.
Deke McClelland has an extremely rare talent in the computer book world: he can write. I've picked up books on favorite programs, only to walk away wondering if the author had suffered any facial injuries when his head impacted the keyboard. He had to have fallen asleep writing it, because he sure put me out reading it.
Not Deke. Photoshop Bible is not only the best place to go to find out all about the new features of everyone's favorite pixel-pusher, it's a great read, too. If you're an experienced Photoshop user, you're sure to find nuggets you can incorporate into your workflow. If you're brand new to Photoshop in particular, or computer graphics in general, Photoshop Bible will give you usable information in easy to digest pieces. I've used Photoshop Bible to get up to speed on new features, and it's been my sole prep material for Adobe Certified Expert tests. I've recommended it to clients and students for years, and not once has anyone reproached me for the suggestion. Photoshop Bible 6 is no exception, and the Gold Edition has wonderful full color supplements that had appeared in a separate publication, demonstrating top techniques from industry-acknowledged Photoshop experts like Jeff Schewe, and Greg Vander Houwen.
And don't be surprised if you find yourself putting King, Grisham or Clancy aside one night, and picking up McClelland, just for the sheer joy of the experience.

Wish I could give it 6 stars!
Let me start off by saying that this is the absolute BEST (and biggest) computer book I've ever read, and that's coming from a self-proclaimed geek. Deke McClelland has a hysterical sense of humor and actually makes the book enjoyable to read. As I've found while reading some books, it feels like some authors intentionally withold information to keep seperate the men from the boys (if you catch my drift); not so with this book. Deke covers absolutely EVERYTHING about Photoshop in this book. If there is a section of Photoshop that he thinks is stupid and pointless, he'll let you know about it! He won't dwell on it for long, and this keeps you from wasting time learning techniques that are, more or less, pointless. While it is true that there is a shortage of "tutorials" in this book, I think that only helps the learning process. Image editing is an art, not a series of steps. You wouldn't expect a "Do this, Do that" explanation in a traditional art book, so why do you think it should be here?! I could go on and on about how incredible this book is, but I'll leave that for you to discover. If it helps your purchasing decision, I'll have you know that I despised Photoshop before reading this book because I was less than a beginner. I was so irritated with the way that it seemed to make simple tasks difficult. However, after reading this book, I can't imagine turning back to any other program. DEFINATELY THE TOP PHOTOSHOP BOOK.

A Must Have!
This book is great! I've been using Adobe Photoshop since ver3, and this is the best reference/instructional book out there! Perfect for the novice user as well as the advanced. :)