Book description
Get picture-perfect results with Photoshop Elements 2021
Photoshop Elements has a reputation for delivering the photo editing power that non-professional photographers and designers need to get eye-catching—and art-quality—results. This book offers guidance for applying everything from simple, one-click fixes all the way up to detailed retouching of your images.
Photoshop Elements 2021 For Dummies assumes no prior photo-editing experience and makes it easy for even the absolute beginner to quickly grasp how to edit to create slick, professional-looking photos. In no time at all you’ll feel confident in everything from common image fixes to utilizing more creative techniques, such as using image layers to create a standout look. You’ll also find tips on building and managing complex photo projects.
- Understand photo-editing concepts
- Adjust clarity, color, and brightness
- Add artistic touches
- Catalog and organize your work
This fun and easy guide provides the steps you need to get the most out of this popular version of Photoshop—and will help you achieve truly beautiful results!
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Introduction
- Part 1: Getting Started with Photoshop Elements 2021
- Part 2: Managing Media
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Part 3: Selecting and Correcting Photos
- Chapter 7: Editing Camera Raw Images
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Chapter 8: Making and Modifying Selections
- Defining Selections
- Creating Rectangular and Elliptical Selections
- Making Freeform Selections with the Lasso Tools
- Working Wizardry with the Magic Wand
- Modifying Your Selections
- Painting with the Selection Brush
- Painting with the Quick Selection Tool
- Selecting with the Auto Selection Tool
- Selecting Your Subject
- Fine-Tuning with the Refine Selection Brush
- Working with the Cookie Cutter Tool
- Eliminating with the Eraser Tools
- Using the Select Menu
- Chapter 9: Working with Layers
- Chapter 10: Simple Image Makeovers
- Chapter 11: Correcting Contrast, Color, and Clarity
- Part 4: Exploring Your Inner Artist
- Part 5: Printing, Creating, and Sharing
- Part 6: The Part of Tens
- Index
- About the Authors
- Connect with Dummies
- End User License Agreement
Product information
- Title: Photoshop Elements 2021 For Dummies
- Author(s):
- Release date: November 2020
- Publisher(s): For Dummies
- ISBN: 9781119724124
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