Author Description

In his best-selling book Creative Photoshop, award-winning artist Derek Lea has already shown the digital art world how to create stunning, sophisticated works of art using Photoshop. Now, he goes one step further in this all-new book to demonstrate his unique methods for using Photoshop in conjunction with other software packages. Derek's first-class images will inspire you to think creatively about the ways in which you can use Photoshop alongside other popular programs such as Illustrator and Poser to take your own art to the next level. In addition to invaluable advice on how to create static works of art, Derek's also included plenty of material on creating motion-oriented art using Photoshop with programs like Flash and After Effects. Whether you are a digital artist, illustrator, cartoonist, graphic artist, designer, or serious hobbyist working for print or the web, this fantastic new book will open your eyes to a whole new world of digital art that's never before been uncovered. Challenge yourself and discover the more artistic aspects of these programs with one of the world's best teachers by your side. Be sure to visit beyondphotoshopthebook.com for more information including all of the sample images from the book to work with, a reader forum, and more. * The only book available that shows how to use Photoshop in conjunction with Illustrator, Poser, Painter, and other popular software packages to create sophisticated, high quality digital art * Packed with stunning full color images from one of the world's most talented digital artists to inspire you to push your own creativity further than you ever thought possible * Contains chapters on creating motion oriented graphics using Photoshop alongside Flash and After Effects so you can increase your skills beyond static art