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Photoshop Channel Chops | 
 enlarge | Authors: David Biedny, Bert Monroy, Nathan Moody
Publisher: New Riders Publishing
Category: Book
Used (6) from $79.99
Rating:  31 reviews
Sales Rank: 680327
Media: Paperback
Pages: 226
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.5
ISBN: 1562057235
Dewey Decimal Number: 006.6869
UPC: 752064572350
EAN: 9781562057237
ASIN: 1562057235
Publication Date: January 1998
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Review
This is an excellent guide to using advanced channel-processing techniques and other procedures in Adobe Photoshop. The writers assume that you're already familiar with this image editor, but that you want to learn how to use channels, alpha channels, and masks creatively and effectively in your work. ("Chops" is an acronym, created by the authors, for channel operations.) They also assume that most of your work focuses on creating composite images. You learn how to use layers, Calculations, blue-screen and green-screen techniques, and paths to achieve various effects. Historical overviews help place each given topic in perspective. The guide discusses why and when you'd want to use each technique, providing a highly valuable real- world emphasis. Photoshop Channel Chops features Photoshop 4.0 for Macintosh in its screen shots and tips, but because the writers present a great deal of theory as they teach the technology, users of previous versions of the software and Windows can easily apply what they learn to their own projects.
Product Description
Written by Photoshop gurus, David Biedny, Bert Monroy, and Nathan Moody, this must-have guide reveals the secrets of the true power behind the most popular image processing program-Photoshop. In no time, users will build a solid understanding of alpha channels, masks, layers, and compositing, and master the advanced features of Photoshop to create stunning digital effects.- Takes the experienced designer and digital artist to new heights of proficiency through the explanation of advanced techniques
- Unlock the intimidating high-end features of Photoshop to create stunning digital images
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| Customer Reviews: Read 26 more reviews...
Still Fantastic in 2008 September 6, 2008
Siamak (East Bay San Francisco)
I found a copy of this book in a used book store recently in 2008. Information still relevant and very good. Understanding Channel and mask in essential in using Photoshop. The information were presented in clear language unlike most other good book about PS
The must have book on channel operations November 26, 2007
Kenneth J. Hoerricks (Canoga Park, Ca United States)
A classic, if you can find it. If you have one, don't let it out of your sight. A master course on channel theory that is a must have for forensic professionals.
Sell the Nordic Trak on ebay and buy this book.
Jim Hoerricks
http://forensicphotoshop.blogspot.com
Author of Forensic Photoshop - a comprehensive imaging workflow for forensic professionals
A must read if you're serious about Photoshop June 13, 2004
Richard Drdul (Vancouver, BC)
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
Wow! The authors really know their stuff! There is so much information in this book it's scary. This book is a must-read for anyone who takes Photoshop seriously. Sure, it was written years ago when Photoshop was at version 4, and sure the writing gets a bit corny at times, but it is still a "killer app" among Photoshop books.
Unbeatable Photoshop theory December 10, 2002
Pumpkin King
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
If you aspire to be a hardcore Photoshop user, this book is probably the one you want above all others. It's not a step-by-step tutorial, a mere reference book, or a book that leads you through the tools and various functions of the software. Instead it discusses the fundamental concepts you need to know to use Photoshop to its fullest. Some statements in the book are outdated, but fortunately, they are usually statements of opinion and occur only in a few places. Most of the book is still applicable since Photoshop today still has channels, alpha channels, paths, layers, and calculations. This book hasn't been updated since it was written in 1998, but it really doesn't need to be. It's not about how to use particular tools and new features. It's about how to think with Photoshop. And it's deep enough to read over and over for reference. I would encourage even beginner Photoshop users to read this book if they are really committed, especially if they want to learn about compositing. By the end of this book, you'll be able to understand how Photoshop does what it does, and why it is such a powerful program.
No wizardry December 8, 2002
Wilfred Springer (Tricht, Netherlands)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I hate the books that only talk about particular special effects and how to achieve them, without telling you why it should be done that way. With Photoshop, you want to be in control. This book allows to be in control. It will explain exactly what's going on behind the scenes. After reading this book, I felt like being a Photoshop guru. It was nice.
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