Photographer Jan Kabili shows how to use Photoshop Elements to organize and edit photos, build photos into projects like slideshows and photo books, and share photos with family and friends. Jan explains how to train Photoshop Elements 8 to recognize and tag faces, use the Smart Brush for targeted adjustments, and share photos using Adobe’s online service, photoshop.com. She also dives deep into the application’s editing tools, which rival those of the full product, Photoshop, in their ability to take snapshots and turn them into great photos. Exercise files accompany the course.

2009 New Features, George Maestri demonstrates several breakthrough updates in the latest version of this 3D modeling, rendering, and animation tool. He explores the upgrades to the interface and covers soft selection and other modeling tools. George then delves into more complex new features, including the Asset Manager for organizing objects and nodes within a scene; animation layering to blend, merge, group, reorder, override, and add to preceding layers; Maya Muscle, for creating lifelike skin motion; and nParticles, a new particle system. Exercise files accompany the course.

Lynda.com Adobe Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac Essential Training
Released: 10/13/2009

Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac Essential Training highlights the important features of this comprehensive image editing application. Photographer Jan Kabili shows how to use Photoshop Elements 8, along with its companion program, Bridge CS4, to organize and edit photos, build projects like web galleries and photo collages, and share photos with family and friends. Jan dives deep into the application’s editing tools, which rival those of the full product, Photoshop, in their ability to take snapshots and turn them into great photos. Exercise files accompany the course.

Lynda.com.Photo.Assignment.Natural.Light.Portraits-iNKiSO
Release Date:October 07, 2009

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Lynda.com – Adobe: InDesign CS4 Power Shortcuts
Released on: 10/9/2009

In InDesign CS4 Power Shortcuts, Adobe product manager and designer Michael Ninness reveals hundreds of tips to boost productivity, including the top 20 power shortcuts every InDesign user must know. From placing multiple images to the hidden power of Quick Apply, each one of these videos covers an important topic, and includes just the right amount of information to make anyone a true InDesign power user. InDesign users are always looking for faster, more efficient ways to do everything, and this course offers just what they’re looking for. Exercise files accompany the course.

Lynda.com.Adobe.ColdFusion.9.Essential.Training
Release Date:October 05, 2009

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To fully take advantage of Flash CS3, it’s necessary to have a comprehensive understanding of ActionScript 3.0. From manipulating movie clips and responding to user actions with variables to writing functions and conditional operators, ActionScript 3.0 in Flash CS3 Professional Essential Training covers the vital skills necessary to master ActionScript 3.0. Instructor Todd Perkins uses numerous hands-on examples–including two game-building exercises–to explore ActionScript’s powerful features. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Released on: 5/25/2007

Welcome
Introduction 0:39 0.8 MB
How to use the exercise files 1:24 1.2 MB
1. Introduction to ActionScript 3.0
Why you should learn ActionScript 3.0 0:52 0.9 MB
Differences from ActionScript 2.0 1:56 2.4 MB
Moving beyond Script Assist 1:05 1.3 MB
2. Communicating to MovieClips, Variables, and People
Communicating to MovieClips 4:07 4.6 MB
Modifying MovieClips properties 7:00 8.3 MB
Understanding variables 0:50 0.8 MB
Setting variable data types 3:23 3.0 MB
Using trace statements 2:39 2.4 MB
Using comments 3:58 3.6 MB
3. Using and Writing Functions
Understanding functions 1:23 1.7 MB
Using functions 2:27 3.0 MB
Writing custom functions 4:25 4.1 MB
Making a function modular 11:50 12.7 MB
Making a function return a value 5:58 6.6 MB
4. Responding to Events
Understanding event types 1:28 1.7 MB
Using a listener to catch an event 3:14 2.9 MB
Writing event handlers 6:56 6.9 MB
Responding to mouse events 4:33 5.8 MB
Responding to keyboard events 5:45 6.0 MB
Creating a link to a website 5:26 5.6 MB
Using the enterframe to create animation 7:34 10.0 MB
Using the timer event to control animation 6:49 7.1 MB
5. Understanding Classes
Understanding classes 1:48 2.8 MB
Writing a custom class 4:21 4.2 MB
Extending an existing class 2:16 2.1 MB
Understanding methods 2:11 2.2 MB
Public vs. private properties and methods 2:46 2.9 MB
Bringing a class object to the timeline 14:16 18.8 MB
Defining a document class 8:13 9.6 MB
Setting up a classpath 6:20 8.8 MB
Creating useful classes 2:21 3.8 MB
6. Decision-Making and Repetition
Understanding conditional statements 1:36 1.9 MB
Writing a conditional statement 4:40 4.9 MB
Understanding conditional operators 1:37 1.4 MB
Using conditional operators 4:49 6.7 MB
Setting up alternate conditions 4:43 6.8 MB
Writing compound conditions 4:22 6.3 MB
Understanding loops 1:30 1.1 MB
Creating a code loop 2:58 2.6 MB
Using a loop to generate instances of a class 3:44 4.1 MB
Placing loop-created instances 6:05 7.3 MB
7. Using Math…and Loving It!
Understanding the math class 1:05 1.0 MB
Using basic math operators 1:46 1.6 MB
Generating random numbers 2:15 2.2 MB
Using different techniques to round numbers 7:43 9.3 MB
8. Using Text and Arrays
Creating a text field 3:27 4.0 MB
Styling a text field 6:28 6.8 MB
Capturing data from a text field 7:38 8.9 MB
Loading external text 8:25 11.9 MB
Scrolling a text field 5:14 9.6 MB
Understanding arrays 9:48 12.1 MB
Using text and arrays to create a game 8:24 11.2 MB
Finishing the text game 6:56 10.9 MB
9. Creating a Memory Game with What You Already Know
Storyboarding your application effectively 3:13 3.7 MB
Writing a memory card class 5:57 7.2 MB
Writing a memory game class 3:51 4.3 MB
Adding graphics to cards 9:20 12.9 MB
Placing cards 7:33 10.9 MB
Deleting matches 8:40 14.8 MB
Resetting cards 4:53 7.1 MB
Handling incorrect matches 5:14 9.8 MB
Determining a win 3:51 6.8 MB
Adding additional cards 6:47 12.6 MB
Randomizing cards 10:17 20.1 MB
10. Using Advanced Graphic and Animation Tools
Drawing with code 8:12 10.0 MB
Creating a color change 5:20 7.8 MB
Generating a random color change 6:58 9.6 MB
Animating a color change 4:50 5.7 MB
Using filters 3:30 3.6 MB
Modifying filter properties 4:13 5.3 MB
Animating filters 3:27 4.8 MB
11. Working with Multimedia
Loading external images and Flash movies 4:01 4.2 MB
Communicating to loaded movies 6:31 8.0 MB
Loading sound 4:06 4.3 MB
Starting and stopping sound 6:18 8.2 MB
Pausing and resuming sound 9:46 15.7 MB
Managing the volume of sound 5:41 9.3 MB
Understanding Flash video connections 1:00 0.8 MB
Loading video 5:33 5.7 MB
Controlling video playback 8:54 14.1 MB
12. Adding Advanced Interactivity
Overview of creating a drag-and-drop game 0:57 0.9 MB
Creating drag-and-drop class 12:07 16.9 MB
Detecting collisions 8:44 15.3 MB
Responding to collisions 9:01 16.5 MB
Detecting a win 4:02 6.8 MB
Adding drop shadows 3:43 6.0 MB
Randomly placing objects 7:20 14.0 MB
13. Wrapping It Up
Closing 0:23 0.5 MB
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Taking the principles and skills taught in ActionScript 3.0 in Flash CS3 Professional Essential Training, Adobe Certified Instructor Todd Perkins demonstrates how to put them to practical use in this course. Todd fully explores ActionScript’s most powerful features, including creating advanced navigational interfaces and special effects using XML data and adding accessibility to files via closed captioning. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Released on: 9/26/2007

Introduction
Welcome 2:24 3.8 MB
How to use the exercise files 1:11 1.2 MB
Reviewing ActionScript 3.0 basics 4:18 3.2 MB
1. The Advanced ActionScript 3.0 Display List
Understanding the Display List 1:59 1.8 MB
Using Display Objects other than MovieClip 3:19 4.0 MB
Using the addChild method 2:27 2.8 MB
Using the removeChild method 1:25 1.6 MB
Referencing a Display Object by index number 4:53 6.0 MB
Referencing a Display Object by name 4:01 5.2 MB
Controlling Display Objects in different timelines 3:23 4.8 MB
Controlling Display Objects in different movies 3:43 4.5 MB
Using addChild to change parents 4:20 6.7 MB
Understanding Stage vs. stage 5:42 7.1 MB
2. Animating with ActionScript Tweens
Why use ActionScript to animate? 1:25 2.7 MB
Understanding the Tween class 4:03 6.3 MB
Using different easing methods 4:05 6.4 MB
Understanding Tween Class methods 3:44 7.1 MB
Responding to tween events 2:33 4.8 MB
Using tweens to move a dynamic map 6:01 9.8 MB
Making the map respond to tween events 8:12 14.5 MB
3. Using XML Data and E4X Syntax
Introduction to XML data 2:17 2.4 MB
Understanding E4X syntax 2:05 2.1 MB
Creating raw XML data 4:09 5.8 MB
Loading external XML data 2:32 2.8 MB
Using the XMLList class 4:06 4.7 MB
Using XML data to load external images 3:21 4.4 MB
Using XML data to create an image gallery 5:06 7.6 MB
Displaying text from an XML file in your gallery 5:05 7.6 MB
Adding tweens to your gallery 2:21 4.2 MB
4. Working with Packages and Classes
Reviewing packages and classes 1:07 1.0 MB
Creating a template for class files 3:38 3.5 MB
Defining a reusable class path 1:29 2.1 MB
Creating a DisablingButton class from a template 5:34 7.7 MB
Connecting classes to movie clips 3:15 4.3 MB
Communicating between classes 10:20 16.2 MB
Creating a ScaleButton class 8:29 16.7 MB
Reusing a ScaleButton class 5:26 7.3 MB
5. Creating Advanced Effects Using XML Data
Preparing to build an advanced image gallery 4:13 5.9 MB
Dividing the thumbnail into segments 2:02 2.9 MB
Adding interactivity to thumbnails 4:36 7.1 MB
Loading full-sized pictures 3:58 7.2 MB
Creating an Image Gallery class 11:21 21.8 MB
6. Creating a Particle System
Understanding particle systems 0:58 1.7 MB
Creating particles 2:51 3.8 MB
Animating particles 1:20 2.0 MB
Randomizing particles 3:42 5.0 MB
Setting a particle range 3:22 4.9 MB
Defining a dynamic range 1:54 2.9 MB
Controlling particle alpha and scale 2:23 3.4 MB
Varying particle speed 6:55 10.7 MB
Removing children to optimize performance 2:51 6.4 MB
Using different particles 2:53 5.2 MB
7. Animating Using Transitions
Understanding transitions 1:41 2.2 MB
Understanding the Object class 2:58 3.0 MB
Placing transition information in an object 2:21 3.2 MB
Creating transition animations 2:13 3.1 MB
Creating different types of transitions 3:28 5.9 MB
Using undocumented transition events 4:04 5.7 MB
Using transitions in an image gallery 5:49 10.9 MB
8. Taking Flash Video to a New Level
Reviewing Flash video basics 2:32 5.3 MB
Creating a resizable interface 3:53 7.8 MB
Understanding cue points 1:58 3.9 MB
Using XML for closed captioning 2:34 5.2 MB
Connecting closed captioning to cue points 3:55 7.8 MB
Creating an advanced navigation interface 3:04 6.3 MB
Creating an AdvancedVideo class 8:15 16.6 MB
9. Wrapping It Up
Closing remarks 0:24 0.5 MB

Lynda.com Adobe Premiere Elements 8 for Windows Essential Training DVD |
Released on: 9/29/2009

In Premiere Elements 8 for Windows Essential Training, instructor and videographer Jeff Sengstack shows how this application can be the only one needed to view and edit video files and share them with family and friends. Jeff shows how to start a new project, set up the workspace, and arrange clips on the Timeline for an initial video take. He teaches how to apply specialized video effects, like Motion Tracker and the Effects Mask tool, to build more than just an average family video. He also covers how to add narration, music, transitions, and titles to a final movie. Exercise files accompany the course.

Lynda.com InDesign CS4 Typography | 718 MB
Released on: 9/10/2009

InDesign CS4: Typography explores the numerous type options, type-related features, and type-specific preferences of Adobe InDesign CS4. Using practical, real-world examples, instructor and designer Nigel French explains the purpose of each feature and describes the conventions for how and when to use it. Nigel dissects the anatomy of a typeface and defines the terminology needed for the successful application of typography. He moves from the micro to the macro level, addressing such issues as choosing page size; determining the size of margins; adjusting number columns; and achieving a clean, structured look with baseline grids. This course is essential for anyone looking to expand their work from just laying out a page to understanding the hows and whys of typography. Exercise files

Lynda.com Apple Motion 4 Essential Training | 2.03 GB
Released on: 9/11/2009

In Motion 4 Essential Training, Ian Robinson shows how to start building outstanding motion graphics and animations for video production. He demonstrates how to build custom text animations with the new Adjust Glyph tool and explores Motion’s amazing real-time 3D tools. Ian highlights working in the 3D space, creating depth with lights and shadows, and using reflections to add realism. He gives practical advice on how to integrate Motion into a professional video workflow, round-tripping with Final Cut Pro and sending a final project to Compressor. Exercise files accompany this course.

Trainer: Deke McClelland | Released on: 3 December 2008 | Running Time: 14.5 hours

Anyone who is serious about mastering Photoshop CS4 can follow industry expert and Photoshop Hall of Fame member Deke McClelland as he demonstrates this program’s powerful tools and photo-altering effects. In Photoshop CS4 One-on-One: Fundamentals, Deke examines the essential capabilities of Photoshop CS4, from making basic color corrections to harnessing the power of the Brush tool. He also covers retouching, working with layers, using the selection tools, and more. This tips-and-tricks series offers a chance to really learn and understand Photoshop. Exercise files accompany the course.

Lynda.com- Photoshop CS4 Getting Started |

The release of Adobe’s all-purpose image editor makes Photoshop CS4 the ultimate digital darkroom. In Photoshop CS4 Getting Started, Deke McClelland introduces the new features in CS4 while emphasizing core concepts like adjusting brightness and contrast, burning and dodging, straightening, cropping,and resizing. He shares his techniques for retouching portraits, reducing noise, and sharpening detail. Other key Photoshop features, such as working with text layers, adding metadata, and web optimization, are also introduced. Exercise files accompany the course.
Released on: 9/30/2008

Table of contents
1. Getting Started with Photoshop CS4
Welcome 1:44 19.5 MB
Getting photos from your camera 3:42 5.1 MB
Using the Bridge 5:45 10.7 MB
Metadata essentials 5:56 11.0 MB
Getting around in the Image window 4:04 7.9 MB
Adjusting brightness and contrast 4:36 9.2 MB
Dodging and burning 6:01 12.9 MB
Retouching blemishes 6:05 13.9 MB
Losing weight 5:21 9.5 MB
Selecting portions of an image 5:53 13.1 MB
Covering up unwanted details 4:38 10.5 MB
Working with layers 5:10 9.4 MB
Correcting color 3:59 7.2 MB
Black and white 5:08 9.9 MB
Developing raw photos 7:33 13.2 MB
Straightening an image 4:10 7.4 MB
Cropping an image 4:19 7.8 MB
Resizing an image 7:29 16.0 MB
Reducing noise 5:29 11.7 MB
Sharpening details 5:38 13.4 MB
Adding text 8:14 11.2 MB
Saving in different file formats 6:58 14.3 MB
Saving for the web 6:06 9.9 MB
Goodbye 0:47 4.2 MB

Lynda.com – Photoshop CS4 for the Web
Rls Date : 21/02/09 |

Photoshop CS4 offers designers a rich assortment of editing tools with which to create compelling imagery for the web. Photoshop CS4 for the Web covers a wide range of uses for Photoshop in the web graphics workflow.

Instructor Jan Kabili explains how to optimize graphics and photographs so they download quickly in a web browser. She covers the why and how of image slicing, and demonstrates practical techniques for designing layouts, backgrounds, navigation bars, and buttons in Photoshop.

LYNDA.COM: Photoshop CS4 for Photographers
Photoshop CS4 for Photographers is an essential course for any digital photographer who wants to master the software’s vast array of image enhancement techniques. Professional photographer and instructor Chris Orwig uses his own compelling images to demonstrate how the power of Photoshop can make photographers more passionate about their work. He covers many aspects of the application, such as working with RAW images, using curves and levels, making images snap, and enhancing bland photographs by converting them to black and white. Exercise files accompany this course.

Manufacturer: Lynda.com
Year: 2008
Language: English
Format: ISO (Video + Exercise files) Format: ISO (Video + Exercise files)
Released on: 10/13/2008

Photoshop has become an indispensible tool for photographers, designers, and all other creative professionals, as well as students. Photoshop CS4 Essential Training teaches a broad spectrum of core skills that are common to many creative fields: working with layers and selections; adjusting, manipulating, and retouching photos; painting; adding text; automating; preparing files for output; and more. Instructor Jan Kabili demonstrates established techniques as well as those made possible by some of the new features unique to Photoshop CS4. This course is indispensable to those who are new to the application, just learning this version, or expanding their skills. Example files accompany the course.

Released on: 10/13/2008

Dreamweaver CS4 Getting Started with: James Williamson

James Williamson provides a practical introduction to Adobe’s
do-it-all web design and development tool in Dreamweaver CS4
Getting Started. He shows how to generate standards-compliant
XHTML and CSS, as well as rock-solid PHP, ColdFusion, ASP, AJAX,
and more, using Dreamweaver’s developer-friendly Code view and
WYSIWYG Design view. From creating basic page layouts to
embedding multimedia, James shares techniques for publishing a
finished site quickly and efficiently. Example files accompany
the course.

Blender is a powerful open-source tool for 2D and 3D graphics, full-on animation, compositing, and post-production. It is used to create movies and special effects, even in HD. In Blender Essential Training, Roger Wickes offers new Blender users a thorough explanation of its interface, tools, and features. He also demonstrates practical techniques and shows how to access the online and openndash;content resources of this amazing tool. Specific 3D techniques covered include navigating in 3D space, using cameras and lights, and rendering. Roger demonstrates how to rig, animate, and composite a character over live action. Exercise files accompany the course.