1st Edition

Painter X for Photographers Creating Painterly Images Step by Step

By Martin Addison Copyright 2007

    Whether you are just starting out with Painter, or are a seasoned pro who wants to take your photographs to the next level, you can't go wrong with this essential guide by your side! Covering Painter X, but also applicable to earlier versions and to both PC and Macintosh users, this reader friendly book and DVD package will show you how to get the most out of this powerful program. Uniquely written specifically for photographers, Martin Addison gives a complete overview of the program, showing how to master each exciting tool, including the brand-new RealBristle and Smart Stroke brush libraries. Two all-new portraiture chapters show you how to turn photographs of your family members or professional clients into works of art ideal for framing. You'll be able to give all of your precious photographs the painterly touch in no time!

    Be sure to visit the accompanying website www.painterforphotographers.co.uk to view even more images and information to get you started!

    Pictures by Martin and Doreen Addison can be seen on their website: www.martinanddoreen.co.uk.

    Introduction
    Getting started in Painter
    First steps in cloning
    Exploring paper textures
    Dark and colored tones
    Choosing brushes
    Customizing brushes
    Cloning from multiple images
    Layers and montage
    Watercolour, oil and pastel
    Applying surface texture
    Mosaics and other clones
    Hand coloring and toning
    Artists brush categories
    Special effects
    People, Portraits and Animals
    Printing and Practical Applications
    Painter paper libraries
    Index

    Biography

    Martin Addison

    Reviews of Painter IX for Photographers:

    "With his easy to follow instructions, Martin leads you through each technique in an understandable and painless way...His descriptions of the various cloning methods are masterful" - Royal Photographic Society Journal

    "The clear structure and concise writing style takes the reader through brushes, papers and textures. Combined with an intelligent layout and a Windows/Mac compatible CD, Painter IX for Photographers is exemplary for its clarity and structure." - British Journal of Photography

    "This is a quality publication which very effectively covers the capabilities of a great software package. It is well laid out, with a high quality finish, excellent full colour illustrations and colour coded sections to clearly separate the chapters...Painter IX for Photographers is a book which for me makes the perfect companion to this great software package. Highly recommended." - www.kickstartnews.com

    ".an easy read with lots of imagery and explanation. A great addition to those who are new to Painter IX, or those who just wish to brush up on their digital painting skills." - John Virata, DigitalProducer.com

    "Whether you're new to the software program or have used it for years, this guide geos through the brushes, papers, textures and other tools for creating artistic interpretations of your photographs." -PC Photo (Feb. 2008)