About This Book

Web design is a unique blend of technical know-how and creative artistic ability. You don’t need to be a computer programmer or Leonardo da Vinci. However, good web design requires knowing how to:

• Present material in a pleasing and aesthetic way.

• Understand design practices related to images for the World Wide Web.

• Ensure the web pages contain no computer errors, and present material exactly the way you intend.

• Create web pages that allow readers all across the world, using different computer models, operating systems, and connectivity speeds, to view your pages easily.

In Web Designer’s Guide to Adobe Photoshop, I’ll provide you with the information you need to get up and running with Adobe Photoshop and Macromedia Dreamweaver. I’ll give you some tricks and tips on creating some dazzling effects for your web pages. Essentially, I’ll give you the scoop on everything you need to know to become an expert in web design, whether your goal is to expand your professional skills or simply handle your local club’s website.

Web Designer’s Guide to Adobe Photoshop tells you the stuff you want to know, such as:

• How do I use Adobe Photoshop?

• How do I prepare images for the web?

• How do I get these images into a web page?

• What are some examples of cool web pages I can create?

• How do I get these images loaded onto the Internet?