The definitive guide to photo editing using Photoshop and Affinity
Post-production can make the difference between a good image and a great image, not to mention it's an essential process if you shoot in RAW to enjoy the most flexibility and control possible. This book will outline everything you need to know to gain a better understanding of how to apply darkroom style effects to your images using Adobe Photoshop and Affinity Photo.
Through detailed background knowledge designed to make you familiar with the software and to build your confidence, you'll learn a wide range of skills and techniques through step-by-step case studies that will make learning an active experience. Not only will this be a valuable reference resource, it will also be your very own personal tutor giving you everything you need to edit your images like a pro.
- Learn the essentials with a complete guide to every tool, filter and effect for both Adobe Photoshop and Affinity Photo
- Get the most out of your RAW files with detailed instructions on processing your digital image
- Master basic, intermediate, and advanced editing techniques with easy to follow step-bystep tutorials
- Get the best quality images for display with a complete guide to home printing
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Photo editing accessories |
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Adobe Photoshop & Affinity Photo |
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The Affinity Photo interface |
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4 Layers, Blending & Filters |
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Why you should shoot in Raw |
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An introduction to Adobe Bridge |
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Understanding the histogram |
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Adobe Camera Raw interface |
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Affinity Photo Develop Persona |
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Raw processing in Affinity Photo |
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Understanding colour spaces |
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Optimizing images for web use |
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Hue & saturation the smart way |
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Crop for better compositions |
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Recover shadows & highlights |
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Take control of image size |
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8 Advanced Essential Techniques |
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Dodge & burn with a grey layer |
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Using the Dodge, Burn & Sponge Tools |
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Getting started with layer masks |
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Sharpen easily & effectively |
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Advanced masking & blending |
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Amazing B&W in an instant |
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Developer splatter effect |
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Apply a solarization effect |
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Simulate a bleach bypass effect |
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Control colour luminosity |
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Apply a colour grading effect |
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Create a dreamy Orton effect |
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Create surreal motion blur |
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Wet plate collodion portraits |
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12 Multiple Exposure Techniques |
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Focus stack for sharper shots |
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Noise stack for cleaner images |
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James Abbott is an award-winning landscape photographer and photography journalist working with the UK's top photography magazines and websites (including Amateur Photographer, Digital Camera World, and Tech Radar). He specialises in shooting and editing tutorials, to provide readers with the most practical and in-depth information possible. When he's not taking pictures, or writing about photography, James also teaches one-to-one workshops covering both camera and editing skills.
