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hotoshop CS5 One-on-One: Advanced, the second part of the popular and comprehensive series, updated for CS5, follows internationally renowned Photoshop guru Deke McClelland as he dives into the workings of Photoshop. He explores such digital-age wonders as the Levels and Curves commands, edge-detection filters, advanced compositing techniques, vector-based text, the Liquify filter, and Camera Raw. Deke also teaches tried-and-true methods for sharpening details, smoothing over wrinkles and imperfections, and enhancing colors without harming the original image. Exercise files accompany the course.

Recommended prerequisite: Photoshop CS5 One-on-One: Fundamentals.
Topics include:
Using blend modes, adjustment layers, and layer styles
Organizing a layered composition so it is fluid and editable
Creating and editing type in Photoshop
Using blur effectively
Using adjustment layers to add color
Combining layers into a clipping mask
Working with Camera Raw