Digital Painting in Photoshop for Beginners

The graphic editor Adobe Photoshop is one of the most powerful, versatile, and sought-after tools for digital painting. However, its functionality is so broad that it can be challenging for a beginner artist to navigate the vast array of tools and terms. This book will serve as a reliable guide to Photoshop for those starting to learn the program from scratch. From the simplest operations (creating a graphic file, selecting color mode and resolution, working with brushes, using layers), the reader will advance to studying more complex techniques: transformation of areas, color correction, and retouching. Those already familiar with the basic settings and tools of Photoshop can immediately turn to chapters where professional designers offer advice on complex image processing: they discuss techniques for detailing, lighting, manual coloring, and creating artistic compositions based on photographs. The theoretical material is accompanied by a series of exercises with step-by-step instructions, allowing the reader to hone useful skills and move on to their own creative projects.