Making non-destructive transformations with Smart Objects

In this movie author Julieanne Kost explains how to convert your layers into Smart Objects and resize your layers in a non-destructive way.

Lens-aware adjustments

NAPP Instructor RC Concepcion goes over how easy it is to correct your images with Lens Aware Adjustments in Photoshop CS6. RC will even go into making further corrections in Photoshop's new Adaptive Wide angle filter.

Correcting Perspective

In images of subjects like buildings, there are often perspective issues that you will want to resolve, and this lesson will show you how to do so.

Straightening a Crooked Image

When a photo includes lines that should be perfectly horizontal or vertical, it is important that those lines be true. This lesson will demonstrate how to quickly and easily straighten a crooked photo.

Understanding Resize vs. Resample

In this movie author Julieanne Kost uses the Resample Image option in the Image Size dialog box to demonstrate the difference between resizing and resampling an image.

Using the new Crop tool

Cropping is one of the most common operations in Photoshop. So it's only fitting that the Crop tool has experienced a quantum leap in CS6. In this movie, watch how to preview the angle of your image to confirm that your crop is plumb. You can revisit a crop any time you like, so you never waste effort. And by default, the Crop tool hides pixels instead of permanently deleting them.

Working with Dodge and Burn

Three basics of image adjustment are discussed here by Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson. The Dodge tool (lightening), The Burn tool (darkening), and the Sponge Tool (color saturation).

Dodge - Burn and Sponge 101

Three basics of image adjustment are discussed here by Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson. The Dodge tool (lightening), The Burn tool (darkening), and the Sponge Tool (color saturation).

Levels 101

When it comes to adjusting images, Levels can help you do everything from simple lightening or darkening of an image, to increasing overall contrast. Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson will guide you through the basics of this indispensible tool.

Using Adjustment Layers

This lesson will guide you through a basic workflow for optimizing the overall tone and color in your digital images.

Using Adjustment Layers: A Basic Workflow

This lesson will guide you through a basic workflow for optimizing the overall tone and color in your digital images.

The Power of Adjustment Layers

 In Adobe Photoshop non-destructive editing is the way to go, and Adjustment Layers give you the ability to make changes and then "change" your mind; even days later. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson, show you how they work.

Auto Corrections

Photoshop CS6 has been vastly improved to speed up your workflow. In improving Auto corrections, your images are now processed faster, giving you more time to experiment and be creative.

Fixing problems automatically

If you are looking for a quick fix to improve your image quality, this lesson is for you. You'll learn about the automatic color correction functions in Photoshop.

Blending Modes 101

Blending modes are one of the most creative areas in Photoshop. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson, take you on a tour of this amazing area in Adobe Photoshop.

Merging Layers

Got too many layers? Want to make one layer out of three… or more? Then merging is what you need. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson show you how to merge layers, and what happens after you do.

Backgrounds vs Layers

Ever have a problem moving a layer… Or just being able to create transparency. The chances are you're not on a layer; you're on the Background. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson, explain the difference between backgrounds and layers.

Aligning Image Layers

Most designers equate aligning objects with applications such as Adobe Illustrator; however, Photoshop has its own alignment feature that allows the user to align image information quickly and precisely.

Exploring layer basics

In this movie author Julieanne Kost discusses the features and abilities of layers in Photoshop. She covers renaming layers, toggling between layers, converting layers to Smart Objects, deleting layers, changing the opacity of a layer, and saving a layered image.

Layers 101

It's hard to think of using Adobe Photoshop without the Layers panel. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson run you the options and features of this invaluable panel.

Adjusting Bridge Workspaces

Like any other application, Adobe Bridge has a ton of tools and panels. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson help you navigate through the confusion, and create workspaces that help you work efficiently.

Bridge 101

Adobe Bridge is a great application that helps you keep your images organized and at your fingertips. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson take you on a tour of Adobe Bridge, and its cool features.

What is Adobe Bridge CS6?

 Get to know Adobe Bridge. See how creative professionals can use Adobe Bridge to manage all of their assets in one convenient, centralized location.

Working with the Zoom tool

Have you ever worked on an image, and wished it were a bit bigger? Well, that's what the Zoom tool is for, and Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson, will show you some creative touches to this standard Photoshop tool.

Changing the Photoshop view

The best way to work on your images in Adobe Photoshop is to work in the best view, and Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson will show how to get the best view for the job at hand.

Background save and Autorecover

Photoshop CS6 now includes powerful features in backup and autorecovery. From changing the frequency between background saving to working while you save an image, these tools will prove to be invaluable and time efficient for creative artists.

Preset migration and sharing

NAPP Instructor Corey Barker goes over how to take the presets that you have in Photoshop CS5 and earlier and get them ready to move into Photoshop CS6 with it's new migration features.

Creating User-Generated Workspaces

Adobe Photoshop boasts tons of panels and features… But do you really need them all open at the same time? Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson show you how to create workspaces that reduce the clutter, and help you get the job done.

Organizing Photoshop CS6 Panels

With all the panels in Adobe Photoshop, it's sometimes difficult to quickly get to where you want to go. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson show you how to organize your panels to get the best mix for the job at hand.

The New Photoshop CS6 Interface

When Adobe introduced Photoshop CS6, it came with a whole new look; designed to put the focus on your designs. Let Infinite Skills author, Andy Anderson guide you this new look, and why it's going to help you become more efficient.

What is Photoshop CS6?

This movie introduces Adobe Photoshop CS6, the application photographers, graphic designers, web designers, videographers, and 3D artists use to enhance and manipulate photos and create original digital art.