Presentation designer and internationally acclaimed communications expert Garr Reynolds, creator of the most popular Web site on presentation design and delivery on the net – presentationzen.com – shares his experience in a provocative mix of illumination, inspiration, education, and guidance that will change the way you think about making presentations with PowerPoint or Keynote.

Presentation Zen challenges the conventional wisdom of making “slide presentations” in today’s world and encourages you to think differently and more creatively about the preparation, design, and delivery of your presentations. Garr shares lessons and perspectives that draw upon practical advice from the fields of communication and business. Read the rest of this entry »

This book contains a complete training package for maximizing the capabilities of Photoshop Elements. “Adobe Photoshop Elements 7″ offers hobbyist photographers an easy-to-use set of features with image-editing power in an affordable program. Thirteen self-paced lessons help readers discover essential skills, explore new features, and maximize the potential of Photoshop Elements.

Each lesson is presented in full color with step-by-step instructions, and clearly explains the concepts and features that are covered. Coverage includes information on the new Photomerge technology, painting and retouching, and the various filters and techniques that can be used to produce amazing images. Read the rest of this entry »

Scott Kelby, the best-selling Photoshop author in the world today, once again takes this book to a whole new level as he uncovers the latest, most important, and most exciting new Adobe Photoshop CS4 techniques for digital photographers. This major update to his award-winning, record-breaking book does something for digital photographers that’s never been done before—it cuts through the bull and shows you exactly “how to do it.” It’s not a bunch of theory; it doesn’t challenge you to come up with your own settings or figure it out on your own.

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