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Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 5

Author : Rick Young

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 235 pages

File Size : 15,98 MB

Release : 2012-11-12

Category : Performing Arts

ISBN : 1136067574

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Book Description

Software packages are complex. Shouldn't software books make it easier? Simplify your life with The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 5! This short, full-color book lives up to its name by paring down the software to its essentials. It covers only the key features and essential workflow to get you up and running in no time. When time is of the essence, less is more. With this book you can start cutting immediately, whatever you edit, whatever the format. This is an ideal introduction whether you are a professional moving over to Final Cut Pro from another package or system, a new user, or just someone who wants to get the best results from Final Cut Pro, fast!



The Focal Easy Guide to Adobe ® Encore TM DVD 2.0

Author : Jeff Bellune

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 254 pages

File Size : 42,57 MB

Release : 2012-11-12

Category : Performing Arts

ISBN : 1136067817

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Book Description

Software programs are complex, the books that explain them shouldn't be. This thoroughly illustrated, full-color guide explains everything you need to know to get up and running quickly with Adobe Encore DVD 2.0 without any extraneous information or complicated, detailed explanations. The author focuses solely on the key features you will need to start producing and mastering professional-quality DVDs immediately in order to avoid overloading you with too many details. Learn best practices for planning your project, importing video and audio assests, creating professional-looking menus, and adding custom project elements. Abundant illustrations, screenshots, and concise, results-driven text makes this the ultimate guide to getting up and running quickly with Encore DVD. The Focal Easy Guide Series: * Start working with new software immediately regardless of your level * Achieve professional results, learn practical skills from industry experts * Focused, user-friendly coverage of the key tools you need to know



The Focal Easy Guide to Photoshop CS2

Author : Brad Hinkel

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 216 pages

File Size : 35,72 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Computers

ISBN : 0240520017

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Book Description

If you don't know where to start in Photoshop and feel overwhelmed with the options, then this is the book for you. With highly visual step-by-step explanations, this concise guide gives you a solid grounding in using Photoshop to edit digital images and helps you develop a full understanding of the key tools and features of Photoshop CS2. Brad Hinkel guides you through a simple image editing workflow to get you up and running fast. If you want solutions quickly and easy access to any basic step of the workflow, this guide provides the essential knowledge you need. Filled with step-by-step projects and covering all the key new features of Photoshop CS2: Camera RAW, Reduce Noise, Smart Sharpen and Spot Healing Brush.



The Focal Easy Guide to Combustion 4

Author : Gary M Davis

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 342 pages

File Size : 36,94 MB

Release : 2012-10-12

Category : Computers

ISBN : 1136143092

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Book Description

Software programs are complex, the books that explain them shouldn't be. This thoroughly illustrated, full-color guide explains everything you need to know to get up and running quickly with Combustion. Get a jump-start learning the major features or the software without bogging you down with unnecessary detail. The author shares his professional insight and extensive training experience to ensure you'll get the most out of all the professional paint, animation, editing and 3D compositing tools Combustion offers. Also featured are many workflow tips which show how to tap into the full power of Combustion 4 in your effects and motion graphics work. For useful tips and tutorials, visit the book's companion site at www.focalpress.com/companions/0240520106



Focal Easy Guide to Macromedia Flash 8

Author : Birgitta Hosea

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 253 pages

File Size : 49,34 MB

Release : 2012-11-12

Category : Computers

ISBN : 1136143505

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Book Description

If you need to get to grips fast with creating interactive graphics and animation in Flash - then look no further! Whether you are a new user or a professional, this highly visual book is all you need to get up and running with the latest powerful upgrade - Macromedia Flash 8. Birgitta Hosea breaks down the software into its main components and offers simple, visual step-by-step instructions to explain the fundamental practical techniques you need to create finished projects. The accessible style and structure lets you dip in and out when working on a project, or work straight through to explore more of the program's capabilities and develop your skills. Written by a designer for designers The Focal Easy Guide to Macromedia Flash 8 offers a thorough coverage of the basic features of Flash, without going into in-depth coding with ActionScript. Birgitta Hosea is a motion graphics artist and Course Director of the London Animation Studio at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. Her experience ranges from designing moving branding to art directing pop promos and short films. A Volume in The Focal Easy Guide Series. The Focal Easy Guide series: . Starting working with new software immediately regardless of your level . Achieve professional results, learn practical skills from industry experts . Focused, user-friendly coverage of the key tools you need to know



The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 6

Author : Rick Young

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 261 pages

File Size : 33,57 MB

Release : 2012-11-12

Category : Art

ISBN : 1136060146

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Book Description

A fresh alternative to software bibles.



Focal Easy Guide to Premiere Pro

Author : Tim Kolb

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 215 pages

File Size : 45,26 MB

Release : 2012-11-12

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 1136069666

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Book Description

In this book the author "shares his professional insight to ensure you get the most out of all the tools Adobe's Premiere Pro offers. All the essential areas are covered: set-up, capture, editing, audio, effects and working with Photoshop, After Effects and Encore. Featured are many workflow tips that show how to tap into the full power of Premiere Pro creating you own digital movies."--Back cover



The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 7

Author : Rick Young

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 289 pages

File Size : 16,64 MB

Release : 2010

Category : Computers

ISBN : 0240521811

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Book Description

Highly illustrated in colour, this easy guide assumes a modicum of computer literacy, and familiarity with the general concepts covered is essential. Rick Young introduces Final Cut Pro 7 to get the reader up and using it as quickly as possible.



Focal Easy Guide to Cakewalk Sonar

Author : Trev Wilkins

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 235 pages

File Size : 33,5 MB

Release : 2012-10-02

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1136125426

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Book Description

Get professional results fast with this full color guide to Cakewalk's popular Sonar software. Trev Wilkins provides you with a working knowledge of all the essential tools and features. This concise book is an ideal starting point for anyone using Sonar for the first time and is suitable for users of both Studio and Producer Editions. All the key areas are covered, including: * set up * recording and editing audio * recording and editing MIDI * using plug-in instruments* using ReWire * the console view and routing * automation * working with video *mixing down and mastering. Updates on new features can be found at www.focaleasyguidetocakewalksonar.com



Focal Easy Guide to DVD Studio Pro 3

Author : Rick Young

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 235 pages

File Size : 23,69 MB

Release : 2013-08-06

Category : Performing Arts

ISBN : 1136070133

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Book Description

This highly illustrated, full color book tells you all you need to know to get up and running quickly using DVD Studio Pro to achieve professional results. All the essential areas are covered: preparing your assets, the DVD SP interface, setting up your DVD, adding tracks, building menus, adding markers, building slideshows, making subtitles and multiplexing. An invaluable first read for users of all levels who want to author DVDs professionally!