INTRODUCTION What is digital imaging? About Paint Shop Pro 8 CHAPTER ONE Digital Image-making: the basics Introduction: basic tools & functions Paint Shop Pro 8: advanced features Paint Shop Pro 8: features new to version 8 Additional considerations for the digital darkroom. Creating pictures using film, digital cameras & scanners. Using the file browser File formats About color space Image resolution Resizing the picture canvas Cropping the picture Adjusting picture orientation CHAPTER TWO Simple Picture Manipulation: improving the look of your digital photos One-button digital photo fixes Controlling picture contrast Correcting color balance Adjusting color saturation Making photos (appear) sharper Adding soft focus effects Step-by-step Projects: Creating photo impact Technique: fixing underexposure Technique: fixing redeye CHAPTER THREE Simple Picture Manipulation: moving past the basics Removing scratches & blemishes from scans Controlling digital noise Retouching using the Clone Tool Restoring faded photos Creating black-and-white pictures Tinting black-and-white photos Creating color overlay effects Using the Warp Tools All about Scripting Step-by-step Projects: Technique: repairing damaged photos Technique: hand-coloring effects Technique: surreal color techniques CHAPTER FOUR Controlling change: using selections Understanding selections: adding creative power Using the geometric selection tools Freehand selections: creating artificial focus Step-by-step Projects: Technique: rejuvenating faded photos Technique: desaturating photos CHAPTER FIVE Combining Images: working with layers & layer masks Understanding layers Combining pictures Working with layers About deformation tools Using adjustment layers Creating layer blend mode effects Using layer masks Modifying layer masks Combining layer masks Technique: correcting faulty perspective Technique: creating the perfect shadow CHAPTER SIX Using Text: Understanding Vector Graphics The basics of vector illustration Working with the Pen Tool Working with brush tools Adding basic text Special text effects Step-by-step Projects: Technique: creating a greetings card Technique: creating a calendar CHAPTER SEVEN Manipulating Images: creating special effects Creating a panorama Cleaning up Web pictures Preparing photos for deep-etching Using the Materials Palette Applying filter effects Step-by-step Projects: Technique: having fun with the Picture Tube Techniques: painting, sculpture & cartoon F/X Technique: edge & framing effects Technique: positive to negative Technique: using the Color Replacer tool Technique: lighting effects CHAPTER EIGHT Print Preparation Inkjet printing: some considerations Quality considerations for exhibition printing Resolution settings Printing with Paint Shop Pro Emailing pictures Using stock and royalty-free clip art Copyright issues Batch processing Step-by-step Project: Resampling pictures CHAPTER NINE Working with the Web Working with the Web Preparing pictures for the Web Making navigation buttons and tabs Making image maps & rollovers Introduction to Animation Shop Creating animated graphics Step-by-step Project: Creating your first Web page CHAPTER TEN Other Considerations Converting RGB files to CMYK Color calibration issues APPENDICES Jargon Buster Keyboard Shortcuts Index.