Welcome to Visual Impact, a Photoshop Primer for Photoshop CS3. This manual is designed to familiarize you with the tools and basic applications of Adobe Photoshop CS3. Whether you are an aspiring graphic designer, or expanding your skills in the office, this manual will provide a good solid basic understanding of the principles used in Adobe Photoshop CS3. Understanding how to use this powerful photo manipulation program is the key to creating fabulous projects for the home or office.
I have designed Visual Impact to be easy to read with lots of illustrations to show you how to use every part from the basic layout to menus and layers. I have also included Test Your Knowledge areas to allow you to mark your progress after each section and great activities and exercises designed to increase your hands on experience with Photoshop CS3. Enjoy your new experience, ask questions, and always look for new ways to create!