Press Release
July 16, 2007
Dynamic Learning: Photoshop CS3--New from O'Reilly: A Better Way to Learn Photoshop CS3
Sebastopol, CA--For visually creative people of all stripes, it's a brave, new,
and exciting digital world. However, frustration has been brewing in homes and
offices across the country because, after patiently waiting for Adobe Creative
Suite 3--the largest software release in Adobe's 25-year history--digital
photographers, designers, and artists immediately wanted experienced guidance
and trusted resources to teach them all about CS3's immensely useful new and
improved features.
Thankfully, O'Reilly's latest publication --Dynamic Learning: Photoshop CS3
(O'Reilly, $44.99)--gives early adopters, enthusiasts, and digital media
professionals that essential information and training in Photoshop CS3. Written
by product professionals and trainers--Jennifer Smith and members of the
Aquent Graphics Institute (AGI) creative team, who have produced many of Adobe's
own manuals--the comprehensive, new Dynamic Learning system is the equivalent
of hiring an Adobe personal trainer, 24/7.
The thirteen lessons in the book include clear explanations of how the software
works, easy-to-follow instructions, full-color examples, professional tips and
techniques, and something brand new: a DVD with Digital Classroom video tutorials
of the topics covered in the book. Self-study exercises and review questions at
the end of each chapter reinforce the skills learned. In addition to the book
and the DVD, O’Reilly will also be offering free, downloadable guides for
educators using the books in their courses.
"The video tutorials really make these books unique," explains Jennifer. "We're
excited to be able to connect directly with our readers with the included videos.
Readers can complete the exercise on their own, and then view the video tutorials
to watch the authors work through complex topics."
Dynamic Learning: Photoshop CS3 is the first title in O'Reilly's new Dynamic
Learning series. In the coming months, O’Reilly will roll out Dynamic Learning
titles on Flash CS3 Professional, Dreamweaver CS3, Illustrator CS3, and InDesign
CS3. Each Dynamic Learning book includes a DVD with lesson files and Digital
Classroom video tutorials linked to the topics and exercises in the text.
Chapter topics include:
- What's new in Photoshop CS3
- Photoshop CS3 basics
- Creating a good image
- Making accurate selections
- Painting and retouching
- Working with layers
- Using Smart Objects and Smart Filters
- Creating images for web and video
Dynamic Learning: Photoshop CS3 aims to help photographers embrace and exploit
Adobe's new photo software. By working through the lessons, users develop
essential skills along with a clear understanding of how the software works and
how to use it to their best advantage. Creating beautiful images has never been
so easy.
The AGI Creative Team (Aquent Graphics Institute) is a highly experienced group
of authors and instructors with a strong track record for developing and
delivering best-of-breed books, video content, seminar series, and conferences.
Jennifer Smith, co-founder and Executive Vice President of AGI, has been working
in electronic publishing for over two decades, and is widely regarded as one of
the foremost authorities in electronic publishing and design. She has authored a
number of books on print and Internet publishing, including the Adobe Creative
Suite for Dummies (CS and CS2), Adobe Illustrator Classroom in a Book
(CS and CS2), GoLive CS2 Classroom in a Book, and Sam's Teach Yourself
Adobe GoLive in 24 Hours.
More information about the book, including table of contents, index, author bios, and samples
More information about the 20 city Adobe Creative Suite 3 Seminar tour
Dynamic Learning: Photoshop CS3
Jennifer Smith, AGI Training Team
ISBN: 0-596-51061-6, $44.99 USD
order@oreilly.com
1-800-998-9938; 1-707-827-7000
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