by Matt Kloskowski | Publisher: Peachpit Press | Release Date: April 2015 | ISBN: 9780321636195

Join NAPP instructor, photographer, and best-selling author, Matt Kloskowski, as he introduces you to one of the most revolutionary and important features in Photoshop: Layers. In Adobe Photoshop CS4 Mastering Layers, you'll learn how to effectively and creatively use Layers to take your photos and digital art from good to fantastic.

1. Layer Basics 00:07:32
2. Adding New Layers 00:07:10
3. Layer Stacking Order 00:07:46
4. Quick Tip 1: Saving Layers 00:01:52
5. Layers and Transparency 00:04:56
6. Layers and Opacity 00:08:34
7. Ins and Outs of the Layers Palette 00:07:17
8. Organizing Your Layers 00:03:27
9. Quick Tip 2: Dealing with the Background Layer 00:01:30
10. Introduction to Blend Modes 00:08:47
11. Taking Blend Modes Further 00:06:10
12. Creating Type Layers 00:05:36
13. Advanced Settings with Type Layers 00:06:02
14. Destructive vs. Non-destructive Adjustments 00:04:53
15. More About Adjustment Layers 00:05:27
16. Advanced Adjustment Layers 00:07:27
17. Layer Masking Basics 00:05:36
18. Super Sharpening with Masks 00:07:49
19. Retouching with Layers 00:09:53
20. Special Effects with Layer Styles 00:08:38
21. Using Shape Layers 00:14:18
22. Introduction to Smart Object Layers 00:08:59
23. Non-destructive Smart Filter Layers 00:07:45
24. Using Clipping Masks 00:06:26
25. Saving Versions in Layer Comps 00:05:26
26. Merging and Flattening 00:07:57