Akkana Peck eBooks

Beginning GIMP: From Novice to Professional explains how to use the open source image manipulation program, GIMP version 2.4. Youll learn how to install GIMP on Windows, Linux, and MacOS X platforms. Once youve installed the application, youll learn about the interface and configuration options, and then jump into a quickandsimple project to familiarize yourself even further. With fourcolor graphics and screenshots throughout, youll learn how to prepare camera images for display on web pagesincluding functions like rescaling, cropping, and balancing color. The book also explains with great detail how to utilize layers, paths, and masks. Youll also learn how to draw lines and shapes, use patterns and gradients, and even create your own brushes, patter...