Photoshop Studio with Bert Monroy Digital Painting

One of the most talented digital artists working in the medium shares his secrets for creating stunning art using Adobe Photoshop. A master class for the experienced Photoshop artist, this beautifully illustrated guide not only shows how to construct digital images, but also the painstaking refinement process required to create truly magnificent work. With the culmination of years of experimentation, Bert Monroy demonstrates step-by-step the essential techniques yours"ll need to build awe-inspiring photorealistic paintings. Learn how to: bull; Effectively use the Brushes palette and other Photoshop tools bull; Master alpha channels, layers, selections, filters, masks, and clipping paths bull; Use highlights and shadows effectively to set the mood and add dimension bull; Understand perspective and create eye-catching compositions bull; Organize your workflow, take photographs, and collect reference materials to produce an accurate rendering of the subject Download bonus chapters at: www.peachpit.com/digitalpainting

Bert Monroy has served on the faculties of The School of Visual Arts (New York), Center for Creative Imaging (Maine), California College of the Arts, and currently teaches at San Francisco State University.