Creative professionals seeking the fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Photoshop choose Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book (2020 release) from Adobe Press. The 15 project-based lessons show key step-by-step techniques for working in Photoshop, including how to correct, enhance, and distort digital images, create image composites, and prepare images for print and the web. In addition to learning the essential elements of the Photoshop interface, this revised edition for the 2020 release covers features like the new Object Selection tool, saving Cloud Documents for easy access from Photoshop on other devices such as the Apple iPad, removing objects with upgraded Content-Aware Fill, applying styles and objects such as gradients and shapes, instantly using redesigned Presets panels, and much more! The online companion files include all the necessary assets for readers to complete the projects featured in each chapter. All buyers of the book get full access to the Web A Web-based version of the complete ebook enhanced with video and multiple-choice quizzes
Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book by Conrad Chavez is an excellent resource for those looking to enhance their Photoshop skills, particularly for academic purposes. The book is well-structured, offering clear, concise instructions that make it easy to follow along and apply the lessons. As a student, I found the information highly relevant and beneficial for my studies.
However, the book falls slightly short in its coverage of advanced techniques. While it provides a solid foundation in Photoshop's core features, those seeking in-depth knowledge of more sophisticated methods might find it lacking. Despite this, it remains a valuable guide, especially for beginners to intermediate users. Its practical approach and easy-to-understand explanations make it a great asset to have on hand.
A pretty good introduction to Photoshop. For my purposes, it would have been better if it were focused entirely on the software's use for photography, but nevertheless it was very helpful.