Photoshop CS4 for Nature Photographers: A Workshop in a Book [Paperback]

Ellen Anon (Author), Josh Anon (Author), Tim Grey (Foreword)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470381272 | ISBN-13: 978-0470381274 | Publication Date: February 17, 2009 | Edition: 1

Using field-tested methods and practical instruction in both Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, this book reveals eye-opening techniques, terrific workflow ideas, and timesaving ways to apply a broad array of Photoshop tools to optimize digital images of nature. You’ll encounter spectacular photographs from exotic places around the world shot by the authors, as well as tips and examples from some of the most esteemed professional nature photographers. In addition, the CD-ROM includes more than 60 minutes of video training as well as sample images to help you practice the techniques featured in the book.

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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Capture the beauty—and beautify your captures

Award-winning photographers Ellen Anon and Josh Anon reveal the secrets to creating superlative nature images using their field-tested methods and practical instruction in Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. You'll find eye-opening techniques, terrific workflow ideas, and timesaving ways to apply a broad array of Photoshop tools to optimize your images—from improving tonal values and adjusting color to adding effects and creating panoramas.

The book includes spectacular photographs from exotic places around the world shot by Ellen and Josh, as well as tips and examples from some of the most esteemed professional nature photographers, including Michael Reichmann, George Lepp, Joe McDonald, Arthur Morris, John Shaw, Tony Sweet, and others—with every photo hand-picked to inspire you.

• Master powerful new Photoshop CS4 tools, such as the Adjustment Brush, Mask Panel, Bird's Eye View, and Adobe Output Module

• Adjust color and exposure to fine-tune detail and capture mood

• Use Smart Objects and Filters to create flexible workflows

• Create depth-of-field and high-dynamic-range composites to go beyond camera limitations

• Create Actions, use shortcuts, and automate tasks to save time

• Explore the surprisingly rich toolset of Photoshop Elements

Valuable CD-ROM with Video Training
The CD includes more than 60 minutes of video training that focuses on new features in Photoshop CS4 and some techniques for Photoshop Elements users, and also draws from the authors' years of workshop teaching experience. You'll also find sample images to help you practice the techniques in the book.

Find out how to take advantage of the new Adjustment Brush in Adobe Camera Raw to quickly make localized adjustments without using a layer mask.

Learn how to create dramatic black-and-white versionsof your images.

About the Author

Ellen Anon is an accomplished nature photographer. Her images have been in numerous gallery shows and are in collections on several continents; they are also used in calendars, posters, books, and elsewhere. She teaches photography and Photoshop workshops for nature photographers around the country and is the coauthor of Aperture Exposed: The Mac Photographer's Guide to Taming the Workflow.

Josh Anon is a technical director at Pixar Animation Studios and has been a nature photographer for over half his life. His work has appeared in a variety of media. On weekends when he's not shooting, he teaches photography workshops. Both Ellen and Josh's images are represented by the prestigious Jaynes Gallery.

Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Sybex; 1 edition (February 17, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470381272
• ISBN-13: 978-0470381274
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.9 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #503,857 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for Photographers Using Photoshop, January 21, 2009

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Marilyn Gaizband "Marilyn" (Annandale, VA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Photoshop CS4 for Nature Photographers: A Workshop in a Book (Paperback)

If you are a photographer, and in particular a nature photographer, who has been using Photoshop to optimize your pictures, then this book is a must have. Building on the author's previous knowledge of each version of Photoshop, it highlights the uniqueness of CS4 (and Elements). Photoshop can be a very intimidating program. However, this book is clear and concise. It discusses how to effectively and efficiently use Bridge to edit and catalog your pictures. It directs you on how best to bring your photo into CS4. It suggest a workflow that can be customized to meet your individual needs. It gives step-by-step instruction on techniques to enhance your photos supplying sample pictures to practice on. I have taken workshops with Ellen Anon and using this book is like having her in my computer room instructing me...from customizing my computer/printer settings to producing the finished product.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Photoshop CS4 for Nature Photographers, April 3, 2009

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Edwin Willcox "Ted Willcox" (Gabriola Island B.C.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Photoshop CS4 for Nature Photographers: A Workshop in a Book (Paperback)

If you are a photographer this book is an excellent introduction to CS4, if you are a nature photographer it's a must. Clear, concise easy to understand instructions. The authors explanation of smart objects[what they are and how to use them]is superb.This book is an easy 5 stars.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent both as a text and a reference, March 21, 2009

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Erwin P. Barrington (Lincolnwood, IL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Photoshop CS4 for Nature Photographers: A Workshop in a Book (Paperback)

I enjoyed this book ... and it can be used both as a text from which to learn PS CS4 and a help reference once you get into PS CS4. The emphasis on Nature Photography is well thought out as the illustrations and text are well coordinated to show the best use of PS CS4 in this niche' area of photography. It is easy to read and that is a plus.