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EBOOKS – 40% off One | 50% off Two or More

VIDEOS – 50% off One | 60% off Two or More

Now you can get the most out of Photoshop in your video productions. Learn how Photoshop is a powerful video tool, from COW Leader Richard Harrington, author of one of the top ranked Photoshop books ever, Photoshop for Video.

In this DVD, Richard focuses on automating Photoshop and other power user techniques for video artists. Work with panoramic and high dynamic range images, use Photoshop to its full potential by learning to set preferences and tool presets to make your work better…and easier. Refine batch settings, automations, keyboard shortcuts and even image processing… and suddenly Photoshop seems designed for moving, rather than still, images! Discover Photoshop in a whole new way, where images and processes automate!

Topics in this DVD include: Keyboard Customizations and Setting Preferences, Tool Presets, Actions, Layer Styles, Automation and Batch Processing, High Dynamic Range (HDR) Images, Panoramic Images, Adobe Bridge, Smart Filters, Layer Comps, Image Compressor, and Data Sets.

GET IT HERE – http://store.creativecow.net/p/126/automating_photoshop_photoshop_for_video

• Pages – http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/video-training-for-pages-for/id429365457?mt=8
• Numbers – http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/video-training-for-numbers/id429368489?mt=8

• Quickly organize their existing Final Cut or Avid projects, or create new projects to use right away in Premiere Pro
• Understand how to use Premiere Pro with other Adobe software
• Edit their footage the way they like but with tips and techniques from authors with tons of experience in all the editing programs and who speak your language.
• Put their skills to work immediately by using the accompanying lesson files to work through the steps in the book

• Keyboard Customizations
• Tool Presets
• Actions
• Layer Styles
• Automation and Batch Processing
• High Dynamic Range (HDR) Images
• Panoramic Images
• Adobe Bridge
• Smart Filters
• Layer Comps
• Image Compressor
• Data Sets.

• Terry White made it his pick of the week.
• Jeff Revell at PhotoWalkPro write a very detailed review too.
• My son thinks it's cool that I used his picture in one of the lessons

• Includes training videos edited specifically for the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad.
• Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
• Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer. There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
• Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes. Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
• Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
• A quick reference guide is also included to help you build your Photoshop knowledge.
• Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.

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1. If you have a Peachpit.com account, go to www.peachpit.com/account and log in. If you do not have a Peachpit.com account, go to www.peachpit.com/join and create an account.
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If you don't win a copy, you can get one here. http://www.peachpit.com/store/product.aspx?isbn=0321765141

It turns out that a lot of photographers are getting screwed. Photo buyers are demanding video. Clients are expecting professional photographers to just flip a switch in the camera and start delivering great video. Seems the age-old fallacy is kicking in again, just because the same machine can do several things doesn’t mean the operator can do them all well.

That’s not a dig at photographers. My computer has the capacity to do lots of things that I’d never even attempt (let alone sell to my clients). This view is unrealistic and disrespectful. I find it deeply disappointing that talented individuals are being asked to work under conditions that will lead to failure.

How do you fight unrealistic professional situations? Through client-education and personal development seems to work best. I’ve faced similar problems in the past... desktop publishing, nonlinear video editing, heck... even digital photography. All industries continue. But there needs to be changes and compromise... by both the clients and the working professionals.

I believe that education is the key to an industry evolving. That those looking to embrace a new art (as well as those who fear it) would be able to make their best career decisions through an extensive look at this emerging art. I do not judge those standing on the sidelines; rather, I recommend a deep exploration of the possibilities and opportunities.

• Follow the RHED Pixel team as they detail every step of the way with engaging illustrations that demonstrate the process from concept to distribution including:
• Preproduction planning of concept, scope, budget, and casting
• Web-specific techniques for audio, lighting, and videography
• Detailed overview of editing and encoding of web video
• Effective branding and storytelling aids including b-roll, images and motion graphics
• Distribution alternatives including HTML5, Flash, podcasting, RSS, and website hosting
• Effective techniques to promote and monetize your video

• Terry White made it his pick of the week.
• Jeff Revell at PhotoWalkPro write a very detailed review too.
• My son thinks it's cool that I used his picture in one of the lessons

• Includes training videos edited specifically for the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad.
• Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
• Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer. There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
• Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes. Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
• Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
• A quick reference guide is also included to help you build your Photoshop knowledge.
• Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.

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Installing an ePub File

Creating an ePub File

In the rush to design, many motion graphic artists skip the advanced controls inside the Material Options category. These are essential as the refine how a 3D light interacts with your 3D layer. The properties that affect appearance the most are Diffuse, Specular, Shininess, and Metal.

The only changes made to the scene above were modifications to the Material Options. No other settings with lights were modified. The Material Options are powerful controls that are often overlooked. When you're first exploring Material Options, try lowering or raising their values one property at a time.

1. To start, drop all of the values to 0% to remove the effect of the lights.
2. Next slowly increase the Specular value. This will add a hotspot to your layer (it may get quite blown out). This value controls how reflective the layer is. The bigger the number the brighter the reflection.
3. Raise the Shininess property which will cause the light to show specular highlights. The bigger the number the smaller the highlight.
4. Use the Diffuse property to soften the results generated by the Specular and Shininess properties. This will soften the transition between lights and darks.
5. Raising metal property will lower the color distinction between the darker areas and the highlight, but the highlight will still be brighter. It also affects how much the layer's color influences the color of the reflection.

A line or a shape is all you need to create a 3D object. By default, the extrusion will rotate around the left edge so position the vector object accordingly.

2. Choose Effect > 3D > Revolve. Check the Preview box so you can see the effect update as you make changes.

With the Preview box checked, changes will update so you can experiment more easily. For complex objects, the screen may take a moment to redraw.
By default, Illustrator revolves objects around the left edge. You can change this to the right edge using the from pop-up.

3. If you object has a fill, you can use the cap command to make it appear solid or hollow.

4. Use the Angle property to set the number of degrees to revolve the path. While you can use any number between 0 and 360, I typically start with 360˚.

With the Preview box checked, changes will update so you can experiment more easily. For complex objects, the screen may take a moment to redraw. You can use the Offset slider to expand the path to create a ring-shaped object.

If you experiment with this effect, some pretty cool options are possible. Try using a dashed line and creating an irregular path. In this case a basket shape is possible and you can create abstract 3D objects for motion graphics work. Technique adapted from RC Concepcion.

From the new Adobe Press book – Motion Graphics with Adobe Creative Suite 5 Studio Techniques

• Includes 15 training videos edited specifically for the iPhone or iPod Touch.  Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
• Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer.  There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
• Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes.  Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
• Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
• A quick reference guide is also included to help build your skills.
• Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.
  Additionally a quick reference guide for shooting panoramic photos is included for quick reference in the field.

Peachpit has a great resource center for learning Photoshop CS5. They have a bunch of book excerpts and free podcasts.

You can also check out four of the seventy-two videos that ship with my new edition of Understanding Adobe Photoshop.

Puppet Warp • Refine Edges Command • Merge to HDR Pro • Content-Aware Tools
Plus they've got a great deal on my new Photoshop books.

• 35% Off
• Free shipping

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2. Stay tuned on Friday. Throughout the day, we’ll let you know which prize we’re giving away and the number of response you need to be to win. (For example: “#FRIDAYFREEBIES: Autographed copy of A World in HDR! Be the 7th person to tweet to @Peachpit w/hashtag #FridayFreebies to win!”)
3. To enter, just send a message to @Peachpit with the hashtag #FridayFreebies and include the special key word (revealed in the video) in your tweet.
4. All followers can win any prize.
5. The winner will be announced on Twitter once we confirm eligibility.

1. Better Filmstrip and Fullscreen View – It's much easier to work with your images and really get at the details.
2. Backup on Import – Have your media go to two drives at once. This is HUGE.
3. Places – Yes it's in iPhoto... but now that GPS tag makes it so much easier to sort by location. I also use this as a tool for site surveys and planning from shoot scouts.
4. Faces – Again... was in iPhoto last year, but I'll take it. Facial recognition to organize your library. This is great for finding pictures of one subject. It's freaky good too.
5. Focus Points – Actually see where the camera used points to auto focus. This is very useful for evaluating sharpness.
6. Search on Steroids – Okay, that's not its actual name. But it's amazing... you can sort by usage, face, place, time, file type, all sorts of things. Literally search by Who, Where, When... I'm still waiting on Why.
7. Nondestructive Brushes with Edge Detection – Easily cleanup images with all sorts of spot adjustments. Completely nondestructive and editable, including the ability to view the selections mask and tweak it at any time. Oh... and they work with Wacom tablets too. The skin smoothing brush is dreamy good.
8. Curves! – 'nuff said.
9. Adjustment Presets – Useful starting points or make your own. Can even apply them upon import to batch fix problems.
10. Video – You can organize it, trim it, media manage it, drag it into Final Cut Pro, export out versions, use it in new slideshows. Uh huh... that's right... video.

• Terry White made it his pick of the week.
• Jeff Revell at PhotoWalkPro write a very detailed review too.
• My son thinks it's cool that I used his picture in one of the lessons

• Includes training videos edited specifically for the iPhone or iPod Touch.
• Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
• Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer. There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
• Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes. Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
• Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
• A quick reference guide is also included to help you build your Photoshop knowledge.
• Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.

• Zacuto custom rig for Panavision + Canon 7D setup
• Photoshop World adds a new DSLR video workshop
• HDMI capture of live stream for Canon 7D
• Almost everything you need to know about aliasing in DSLR video
• Canon 7D Test - Greenscreen

"Just Released: “Editing Video Shot With Your DSLR” Online Class

• Terry White made it his pick of the week.
• Jeff Revell at PhotoWalkPro write a very detailed review too.
• My son thinks it's cool that I used his picture in one of the lessons

• Includes training videos edited specifically for the iPhone or iPod Touch.
• Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
• Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer. There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
• Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes. Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
• Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
• A quick reference guide is also included to help you build your Photoshop knowledge.
• Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.

• Terry White made it his pick of the week.
• Jeff Revell at PhotoWalkPro write a very detailed review too.
• My son thinks it's cool that I used his picture in one of the lessons

• Includes training videos edited specifically for the iPhone or iPod Touch.
• Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
• Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer. There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
• Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes. Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
• Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
• A quick reference guide is also included to help you build your Photoshop knowledge.
• Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.

Editing Your DSLR Video on a Mac

• "Rich tells you just what you need to know to get the task done!"
• "This is a good app to have a Photoshop Video Tutorial Library with you at all times."

• Includes training videos edited specifically for the iPhone or iPod Touch.
• Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
• Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer. There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
• Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes. Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
• Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
• A quick reference guide is also included to help you build your Photoshop knowledge.
• Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.

Understanding Photoshop: Quick Fixes

Understanding Photoshop: Creating Panoramic Photos

• Mastering CSS with Dreamweaver CS4 – Stephanie Sullivan, Greg Rewis
• Building Findable Websites: Web Standards, SEO, and Beyond – Aarron Walter
• A Project Guide to UX Design – Russ Unger, Carolyn Chandler
• Online Communities Handbook – Anna Buss, Nancy Strauss
• Mac OS X Leopard Killer Tips – Scott Kelby
• The Hot Shoe Diaries: Big Light from Small Flashes –Joe McNally
• The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 Book: The Complete Guide for Photographers – Martin Evening
• The Photoshop Elements 7 Book for Digital Photographers – Scott Kelby, Matt Kloskowski
• Facebook Me! A Guide to Having Fun with Your Friends and Promoting Your Projects on Facebook –Dave Awl
• SocialCorp: Social Media Goes Corporate – Joel Postman

• Seamlessly exchange projects and assets between After Effects and Flash
• Shoot green screen material correctly, work with Keylight, and utilize embedded alpha channels
• Create dynamic text, vector-based animations, and “animated” video using the tools in Adobe Creative Suite 4
• Work with 3D cameras and lights and create 3D environments
• Convert Flash to broadcast and DVD standards with After Effects
• Use Adobe Media Encoder for professional results
• Create interactive controls and use cue points in your video
• Optimize video for accessibility and use Adobe® Soundbooth® for video transcription
• Use ActionScript in your projects for more innovative animations

• The Free Photoshop Update
• The Free After Effects Update

• After Effects Apprentice – Trish and Chris Meyer
  • After Effects @ Work – Focal Press
  • Broadcast Graphics on the Spot – Richard Harrington, Glen Stephens, Chris Vadnais
  • Creative After Effects – Angie Taylor
  • Creative Cow – www.CreativeCow.net
  • Xeler8r – www.xeler8r.com

• Migrating from another NLE
• Upgrading to Final Cut Studio 2
• Seeking a handy reference to raise your proficiency

• Tip of the Week – Thanks to Focal Press

• Podcasts – Back Episodes and New Subscriptions
• Forums – In partnership with Creative Cow
• Conferences – New Events and Notes from previous classes
• Blog – For all the latest news

• Optimize system performance
• Create impressive titles with Generators, Motion, LiveType, and Photoshop
• Work quickly with buttons and keyboard shortcuts
• Color correct to save vital shots, and keep them broadcast legal
• Fix and mix for professional-quality audio
• Design and import graphics seamlessly
• Integrate with other applications including Motion, Soundtrack Pro and Color
• Manage media and backup strategies
• Export and publish finished projects to tape, DVD, or the Web

Unrated

• Adobe Photoshop essentials
• Traditional two-dimensional motion control
• Using 3D cameras
• Working in 3D space
• Using 3D lighting to enhance your images
• Performing advanced camera operations
  

• Original and processed images
• Adobe Photoshop and After Effects project assets