Customer Reviews

Illustrator CS4 Bible

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Ted Alspach really covers all the angles of using CS4 to the fullest extent. In this book you will really find enough information that might take perhaps two or more books to cover the same ground.

Another book may teach you different ways to do a same task in Illustrator, but as long as the creativity is in you head, this instruction guide will clearly demonstrate just about every possible situation one will encounter using the program.

Ted does a great job of pointing out exactly which features tend to be more important than other features and treats them accordingly in the book. Certain tools (such as the pen tool) that can seem a little difficult to figure out on Illustrator are given a wonderful in depth treatment that covers all aspects of its usage including things like Bezier curves etc.

All the keyboard shortcuts are included in an appendix that can be cut out with a razor blade and kept as a handy mini reference pamphlet.

You will really have spent your money well if you are interested in learning everything about the latest Illustrator.

So far, I have been able to find everything I was looking for. There are so many tips that are not in other Illustrator books. It's my understanding that Ted Alspach was one of the original designers of the Illustrator software and so he has unique insight as to how the software works.

I ordered this book for 2 girls in my office trying to improve their graphic design skills. Currently they are beginners, but within 1 month they have grasped the essentials of using the program to produce work (we have a marketing company). The sections are well laid out, well thought out, and very clear. There is not a CD or DVD that accompanies this book, but you will have fun doing the exercises and logically progressing through the very well organized book. I really appreciate someone who takes the time putting everything into a book, and making a complete tutorial- from beginner to advanced user.

This is a very good reference that talks to you and shows you how to accomplish things. I use it quite often.

Good Job and thank you,

--Leon

The Wiley Bibles are a must have, both to use as a look up document while working as well as read through to learn new features.

Got my book order very quickly and it was in like new condition just as I hoped. Thank you!