Beginning GIMP. From Novice to Pro

Akkana Peck9781590595879, 1590595874

I found this book to contain relevant information which could be invaluable in ones journey into the fascinating world of image manipulation using GIMP.
— Ravi Kumar, Slashdot contributor
This book is great for the completely new user, but even the seasoned veteran can learn quite a bit.
— Chad W. Smith, GIMPShop dot Net
This one is the most comprehensive and useful books that I’ve found. I give it a five for five. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others.
— Mark Vandewettering, Brainwagon
Beginning GIMP: From Novice to Professional explains how to use the open source image manipulation program, GIMP version 2.4. You’ll learn how to install GIMP on Windows, Linux, and MacOS X platforms. Once you’ve installed the application, you’ll learn about the interface and configuration options, and then jump into a quick–and–simple project to familiarize yourself even further.
With four–color graphics and screenshots throughout, you’ll 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. You’ll also learn how to draw lines and shapes, use patterns and gradients, and even create your own brushes, patterns, and gradients.
Touch–ups are covered thoroughly: how to smudge away blemishes, fix red–eye, and stitch panoramic images. You’ll even learn how to tap into the powerful filters, effects, and plug–ins that are available and automate tasks using scripts. The entire book is laid out in a project–based manner, so as you progress through it, numerous projects help solidify your newly acquired abilities.

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Table of contents :
Beginning GIMP: From Novice to Professional……Page 0
Contents……Page 6
Introduction……Page 20
CHAPTER 1 Get to Know the GIMP……Page 22
CHAPTER 2 Improving Digital Photos……Page 48
CHAPTER 3 Introduction to Layers……Page 94
CHAPTER 4 Drawing…….Page 138
CHAPTER 5 Selection…….Page 188
CHAPTER 6 Erasing and Touching Up……Page 240
CHAPTER 7 Filters and Effects……Page 276
CHAPTER 8 Color Manipulation, Channels, and Layer Modes……Page 318
CHAPTER 9 Advanced Drawing…….Page 354
CHAPTER 10 Advanced Compositing……Page 402
CHAPTER 11 Plug-Ins and Scripting…….Page 438
CHAPTER 12 Additional Topics…….Page 480
APPENDIX A Getting and Installing the GIMP……Page 506
APPENDIX B Installing the GIMP on Windows……Page 508
APPENDIX C Installing the GIMP on Mac…….Page 514
APPENDIX D Installing the GIMP on Linux or Unix……Page 520
APPENDIX E Building from Source……Page 524
APPENDIX F First Startup……Page 528
Index……Page 530