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Beginners who desire a great introduction to digital painting techniques need look no further! With this guide, photographers can go beyond the camera to turn image files into creative works that resemble traditional handmade art. Everything required to develop your personal vision is covered here, with a special focus on Corel Painter Essentials and Corel Painter. Find out about multiple softwares, available products and plug-ins, and methods for creating digital art outputting it to various papers and materials. In addition to the award-winning author, several internationally known photographers showcase their best pieces and offer tips and techniques. With more than 1.5 million new digital camera owners last year, this well-priced book has an audience that’s ready and waiting!

About the Author
Marilyn Sholin is a popular speaker at photographers' conventions, conducts hands-on workshops, and has been honoured by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). She was chosen two consecutive years to photograph "Women of Distinction" - a black and white exhibition for the Crohns & Colitis Foundation of America.

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Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Lark Books (January 6, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1600591019
ISBN-13: 978-1600591013
Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #24,450 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good for Beginners, April 19, 2009

By	D. Waite (UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A very good introduction to Corel Painter for those new to the software who want to use it primarily for manipulating existing photographs. Painter is a complex package and it is not easy to find one's way around so that a book such as this is definitely needed. However, it does not go much beyond the basic automatic functions. Also, space is devoted to additional (and expensive) plug-in components which most users will probably not want to buy. It is large-format, very colorful and the manipulated photos are impressive.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book, January 2, 2009

By	Dani Montoya - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I like this book so much I am buying one for a friend. I have been using Painter for several years and bought this book because I admire Marilyns work. Even though I thought I knew Painter pretty well she has taught me many things!

The book is well done with lots of photos so you can see what you are aiming for.

I am using painter 9.5 and even though it is written for X I still can do most everything in the book. I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to learn the program.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Art of Digital Photo Painting, December 26, 2008

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Marilyn Sholin's book is outstanding. I have every book written on Painter X and yet this book really stands out in the field. I like the easy to understand directions and the thoroughness of each lesson. the book is gorgeous to look at and motivates me to pick up my digital paintbrush once again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book
This was a great purchase! I love it! Marilyn's book has really helped clarify questions I have about photo painting. Read more

Published 1 hour ago by PhotoGirl

5.0 out of 5 stars Booyah!
Excellent book. The author reviews basic Painter know-how and goes beyond with details needed for true artistic vision beyond mere photographic reinterpretation.

Published 1 month ago by James Patrick Neely

1.0 out of 5 stars A Total Waste of Money
I was so disappointed when I got this book. The author describes her methods in the broadest of terms...don't expect explicit direction. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Illinois Mark

5.0 out of 5 stars The Art of Digital Photo Painting
I had been waiting on this book to be released for quite a while with great anticipation. Marilyn didn't disappoint me; the wait was definitely worth it! Read more

Published 4 months ago by R. Beaver

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You Marilyn Sholin
Thank you, Marilyn Sholin for taking the time to write this book. I find this book to be very informative with easy to follow instructions. Best of all, it is affordable. Read more

Published 5 months ago by B. Lewis

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent beginner book
I've had trouble figuring out Painter and have several books about it. I think Marilyn's book is the best. Read more

Published 5 months ago by J. Thomas Nelson

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very practical book - on how to digtially paint
I have watched several tutorials on how to create a painting in Painter. This book really helps me understand in a very clear way how to work through an art piece. Read more

Published 5 months ago by Barbara B. Perry

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book.
Great Book, I have several books on Painter that I have never finished. This one is a great read, and the 1st that doesn't feel like a user's manual or a text book. Read more

Published 6 months ago by Carolynn Bunch

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Just received my new book by Marilyn. I have not had a chance to try the tutorials yet but have read quite a few chapters and am loving every minute of it. Read more

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