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1. |  By: Jeremy Sutton Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 22-SEP-2009 Insert Date: 09-FEB-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Painter 11 Creativity Jeremy Sutton is one of the world's premier Painter artists (www.JeremySutton.com and www.PaintboxJ.com), and in this brand new edition of his best-selling Painter Creativity: Digital Artist's Handbook, he shows you the methods and techniques he's deve...
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2. |  3D Game Textures: Create Professional Game Art Using Photoshop By: Luke Ahearn Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 27-MAY-2009 Insert Date: 09-FEB-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: 3D Game Textures: Create Professional Game Art Using Photoshop Finally the eagerly-awaited next edition of Luke Ahearn's cornerstone game art book: 3D Game Textures is on its way. The book will be refreshed per the latest revision of Photoshop and the latest game industry trends and developments. 3D Game Textures allows next-gen game artists to learn to create everything from bricks to books in Photoshop with this step-by-step instructional guide. Because texture is 99% of what a gamer sees when playing, this topic deserves considerable coverage but has gotten little attention. Unlike anything on the market, this book concentrates soley on texturing, and...
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3. |  Real-World modo®: In the Trenches with modo By: Wes McDermott Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 07-SEP-2009 Insert Date: 08-FEB-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Real-World modo®: In the Trenches with modo Explore one of the most exciting 3D tools on the market, modo, with Real-World modo - the Luxology approved, concept and principle- driven guide. Learn to apply the revolutionary, artist-friendly modo toolset with its powerful 3D rendering engine to your project workflows. In a clear, motivating, and entertaining style, Luxology insider, Wes McDermott, provides captivating 3D imagery, real world observations, and valuable tips and tricks all in one place - an invaluable resource for any digital artist. .. .. Explore 3D techniques and principles with chapters on modelling, UV mapping,...
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4. |  Nikon DSLR: The Ultimate Photographer’s Guide By: Jim White; Tony Sweet Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 23-SEP-2009 Insert Date: 08-FEB-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Nikon DSLR: The Ultimate Photographer’s Guide Whilst camera-specific guides provide the how-to, manual style information on how to use your particular model of camera, this manufacturer-specific guide provides you with all the information you need as a Nikon DSLR photographer to optimise your work...
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5. |  97 Things Every Programmer Should Know By: Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Publication Date: 15-FEB-2010 Insert Date: 07-FEB-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: 97 Things Every Programmer Should Know
Get 97 short and extremely useful tips from some of the most experienced and respected practitioners in the industry, including Uncle Bob Martin, Scott Meyers, Dan North, Linda Rising, Udi Dahan, Neal Ford, and many more. They encourage you to stretch yourself by learning new languages, looking at problems in new ways, following specific practices, taking responsibility for your work, and becoming as good at the entire craft of programming as you possibly can....
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6. |  Real-world Flash Game Development: How to Follow Best Practices and Keep your Sanity By: Christopher Griffith Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 08-SEP-2009 Insert Date: 02-FEB-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Real-world Flash Game Development: How to Follow Best Practices and Keep your Sanity This book covers Flash for the everyday developer. The average Flash developer doesn't have luxurious timelines, employers who understand the value of reusability, or the help of an information architect to design a usable experience. This book helps brid...
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7. |  By: John and Barbara Gerlach Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 01-SEP-2009 Insert Date: 02-FEB-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Digital Landscape Photography Photographing landscape with a film camera is different than with a digital camera. There are several books on the market that cover landscape photography but few of them are specifically for the digital photographer. This book is what you are looking for! Digital Landscape Photography covers:* equipment such as accessories and lenses* exposure from shutter speed&and other&common mistakes* shooting* light and its importance* composing your perfect photo* printing* and a special section on specific subjects such as waterfalls and sunrises Digital Landscape Photography, written by experts that...
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From Still to Motion: A photographer’s guide to creating video with your DSLR By: James Ball; Robbie Carman; Matt Gottshalk; Richard Harrington Publisher: New Riders Publication Date: 17-MAR-2010 Insert Date: 31-JAN-2010 | Overview: From Still to Motion: A photographer’s guide to creating video with your DSLR This is the Rough Cut version of the printed book.
Professional photographers are finding that adding video to
their list of offerings for clients is becoming paramount to their
survival in a competitive landscape. And with the addition of
high-resolution video capabilities to the latest batch of DSLR
cameras on the market, photographers now have a convenient and
familiar tool to fully embrace the new world of video.
Here to guide them on all aspects of video--from preproduction to
post--are four veterans of film, video, and photography who speak
the language of photography fluently and...
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9. |  MEL Scripting for Maya Animators, Second Edition By: Mark Wilkins; Chris Kazmier Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann Publication Date: 25-JUL-2005 Insert Date: 25-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: MEL Scripting for Maya Animators, Second Edition Trying to learn Maya programming from the documentation can be daunting whether or not you are a programmer. The first edition of MEL Scripting for Maya Animators earned the reputation as the best introductory book on MEL, Maya's scripting language. Now fully revised and updated, the second edition also includes new features, such as a discussion of global procedures, new chapters on fixing programming bottlenecks, advanced user interface techniques, and optimizing character rigs. New chapters on utility nodes and Maya's Web Panel feature provide new ideas on how to use MEL in applications....
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10. |  How to be an Animator and Make Animated Films By: Tony White Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 12-DEC-2009 Insert Date: 23-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: How to be an Animator and Make Animated Films Become Tony White's personal animation student. Experience many of the teaching techniques of the golden era of Disney and Warner Brothers studios and beyond... all from the comfort of your own home or studio. Tony White's Animation Master Class is uniquely designed to cover the core principles of animated movement comprehensively. How to Make Animated Films offers secrets and unique approaches only a Master Animator could share. Includes hands-on Tutorials, demonstrations and final sample animations. . Whether you want to become a qualified animator of 2D, 3D, Flash or any other form of...
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11. |  By: Martin Addison Publisher: Focal Press Publication Date: 10-JUL-2009 Insert Date: 23-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Painter 11 for Photographers Whether you are new to Painter or a seasoned pro wanting to take your digital art to the next level, this inspirational book and DVD package will show you how to get the most out of Corel's powerful painting software. Starting with the basics and moving on to cover brushes, textures, cloning, toning and other effects, Martin Addison will help you master the tools and features needed to transform your photographs into stunning works of art. Over 2 hours of video tutorials and clear, step-by-step examples take you through the techniques in a no-nonsense manner, with all images provided on the...
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12. |  Developing Virtual Reality Applications By: Alan Craig; William Sherman; Jeffrey Will Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann Publication Date: 24-JUL-2009 Insert Date: 23-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Developing Virtual Reality Applications Virtual Reality has turned the corner from being a mere laboratory novelty to become a valuable tool with practical applications in many fields. From best-selling VR guru Bill Sherman comes Developing Virtual Reality Applications - a comprehensive compendium that examines over 50 unique and foundational VR applications in Business, Science, Medicine, Education, Spatial Studies, Public Safety, and Entertainment industries. Each chapter contains one or more key applications that are explored in depth, as well as examples of these applications in their most recent form and the most current...
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13. |  Irreverent Photo Tools for Digital Photographers By: Steve Weinrebe Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-OCT-2009 Insert Date: 19-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Irreverent Photo Tools for Digital Photographers "Irreverent Photo Tools for Digital Photographers" is for all photographers looking for a simpler way to expand their equipment essentials, so they can accomplish professional-quality work without spending a lot of money on all the support tools that are critical to day-to-day photography work. Readers will learn tricks used by professional photographers to save money by using inexpensive tools whenever possible, that still result in professional-level images. Professional and amateur photographers of all levels will find useful tools including those for travel photography, portraiture,...
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14. |  By: Debra Anne Ross Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-JUN-2009 Insert Date: 19-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Master Math: Geometry Get ready to master the concepts and principles of geometry! Master Math: Geometry is a comprehensive reference guide that explains and clarifies the principles of geometry in a simple, easy-to-follow style and format. You'll begin with the language of geometry, deductive reasoning and proofs, and key axioms and postulates. And as you understand the most basic fundamental topics you'll progress through to the more advanced topics, with step-by-step procedures and solutions, along with examples and applications, to help you as you go. A complete table of contents and a comprehensive index...
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15. |  The Official Photodex® Guide to Proshow® 4 By: James Karney Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-JUL-2009 Insert Date: 19-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: The Official Photodex® Guide to Proshow® 4 A revision of the first bestselling edition, "The Official Guide to Photodex ProShow, Second Edition" covers the new edition of the software. Fully updated with coverage of the latest functionality and new user interface, readers will learn how to create polished multimedia productions that sizzle. A comprehensive guide to ProShow this book provides step-by-step, how-to-do-it examples with ample screenshots for effective instruction. Interviews with award-winning producers provide insight and ideas along with real-world examples and how-to tips from their work....
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16. |  Digital Painting Fundamentals with Corel® Painter™ 11 By: Rhoda Grossman Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-JUN-2009 Insert Date: 19-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Digital Painting Fundamentals with Corel® Painter™ 11 Unlock your digital artistic talent with Corel Painter 11, the industry standard for pixel-based drawing and painting. Digital Painting Fundamentals with Corel Painter 11 provides step-by-step instructions for using the basic features of Painter 11 along with a Wacom graphics tablet. Created for artists by artists, Painter 11 realistically emulates the look of traditional painting and drawing in any style you choose. You'll start with simple sketching exercises immediately, to acquire and sharpen essential skills such as eye-hand coordination and drawing what you see. As you develop...
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17. |  By: David D. Busch; Rebekkah Hilgraves Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-DEC-2008 Insert Date: 18-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | "David Busch's Quick Snap Guide to Adobe Photoshop.com: An Instant Start-Up Manual for Editing and Sharing Your Photos Online" shows you how to maximize the easy-to-use but robust features and capabilities of Photoshop.com, the new web-based online image editor and manager. This book will guide you through the tips, tricks, and instruction you need to get started with Photoshop.com, which features an impressive set of tools that allow you to crop your images, improve their color and tones, and even add creative enhancements. All the basics, from creating an account, uploading your first...
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18. |  The 50 Greatest Photo Opportunities in New York City By: Amadou Diallo Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-DEC-2008 Insert Date: 18-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: The 50 Greatest Photo Opportunities in New York City New York City is one of the most unique and popular travel destinations in the world, bursting with historic landmarks, vibrant street scenes, cultural delights, and world-famous icons. If you plan on documenting your trip through pictures, then this is your guide to making the most of your photography in New York City. You'll learn where to find the most interesting views, when to shoot them, and how to recreate the images you see in these pages. All the research, location scouting, and planning have been done for you so you can spend your time in New York City taking stunning photographs....
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19. |  By: James Karney; Terrence Karney Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-NOV-2008 Insert Date: 18-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | Picture yourself capturing the moment and taking exceptional photographs of family parties, sporting events, or holiday celebrations. "Picture Yourself Getting the Most Out of Your Digital SLR Camera: Step-by-Step Instruction for Taking Great Photographs of Your World" shows you how to maximize your digital SLR camera and will get you from simply taking pictures, to creating outstanding photos to display and share. This book teaches the essential skills new digital SLR owners need, including exposure, lighting, proper focus, using flash, capturing action, and composition, with each chapter...
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20. |  By: Meowza Katz Publisher: Course Technology PTR Publication Date: 01-DEC-2008 Insert Date: 18-JAN-2010 Slots: 1.0 | "More Than One Way to Skin a Cat: Create Eye-Popping Effects Using Aviary (Without Paying for Photoshop!)" shows you how to create humorous and imaginative images using Phoenix, a powerful yet simple browser-based image editor from Aviary.com. You'll start with the basics of Phoenix, learning about the features, tools, and layering systems you'll use to complete the tutorials in the book. Once you have a grasp of Phoenix, you'll work through some beginner tutorials that include simple effects such as colorization, face swapping, creating lighting and shadows, and even liquifying. From there...
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