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I just thought I would point this out because quite a few people have asked me about this. If you have been using Adobe products for some time you’ve no doubt visited the Adobe website. However, there is another site that you may or may not know about. It’s the Adobe Labs site. It is so named because this is where the experimental technology from Adobe resides. You can download betas and prereleases of the newest software Adobe is developing. Like the new Adobe Media Player or the Adobe AIR Beta. Check it out here.
Ok, I had to go ahead and post my book pick this week because it is already getting a lot of buzz. Scott Kelby has a new book coming out later this month called Scott Kelby’s 7-Point System for Adobe Photoshop. It’s quite simply a workflow checklist for handling virtually any imaging issue you encounter. Have you ever uploaded your images to your computer and said to yourself, “Now what do I do?” This book is the answer. For a clearer explanation by Scott himself go here.
Last week at the Adobe Max conference in Chicago Adobe gave another glimpse into Photoshop Express. The new online app that is coming soon to a browser near you. This program features some of the basic tools and functions needed to correct your digital images quickly and easily in a simple user interface. You can read more and see the video demonstration here.

Adobe announced the next generation of internet video delivery at the Adobe Max conference a couple days ago. It’s the new Adobe Media Player and it’s available now at Adobe Labs. This new player will bring your favorite shows right into one easy to manage interface. You can customize settings, set up a favorites list, and more. You can even play FLV files right inside the player. Also Adobe announced that the new Adobe Flash Player will support H.264 video. You can download the update here. (The Mac version is not available just yet Check back often. It will be there soon.)
Hi folks!! Well, I am headed out for day two of the Adobe Max conference, being held here in Chicago. It’s been quite an event so far. A lot of new technologies were revealed yesterday. Some are available now and some are on the way. I will post more details as I get them. Right now, I am off to the second day keynote. That’s right, a second day keynote. Wild stuff! Take care. We will talk again.
Ok, I have been lagging on this topic so I thought I would catch up. My pick this week is the Photoshop Speed Clinic Book by my fellow Photoshop Guy, Matt Kloskowski. This is an essential read if you want to enhance your productivity in Photoshop. Matt writes about getting the most out of Photoshop’s vast collection of tools, and how to do it in no time at all. The book covers everything from actions and scripting to creating more streamlined workflow scenarios. It’s jam-packed with full-blown tutorials and little quick tips all throughout. Check it out here.

A milestone has been reached. Photoshop User TV aired its 10oth episode this week. That’s right, 100. WOW! How the time flies. Be sure to tune in. The Photoshop Guys do a little reminiscing about the good ol’ days and some of those memorable moments from the past couple years.(Remember the steam episode) So check it out and have fun.

Adobe has raised the bar once again with the latest release of Photoshop Elements 6. This new version boasts a tremendous amount of new features and enhancements. Some of these include; a new streamlined interface, a new organizer, new selection and retouching tools, new sharing features like Flash enabled web galleries and customized photo emails, and so much more. This new version is jam packed with so many new features that make organizing and processing your digital photos easier and faster than ever. Find out more here.

It’s live and on the air! Layers TV: The How-To Podcast for Everything Adobe is hosted by Corey Barker(me) and Rafael “RC” Concepcion. I am so excited about this new program because we will be bringing weekly tips and tutorials from the entire Creative Suite. Programs like Flash, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, After Effects, Acrobat and more. So don’t waste another minute. Check us out at LayersTV.com or subscribe through iTunes and Enjoy the Show!!

Some of you may know that Wacom just revealed the new logo and slick new look of the Intuous 3 at Photoshop World. Now this was really cool, but if you are just a hobbyist and want the power of a tablet without spending a whole lot of cash, then Wacom has also introduced the all new Bamboo. This sleek new product is set to replace the Graphire series and I have to admit, this is pretty sweet little device. There’s the Bamboo and the Bamboo Fun. Check them out. Not only do they give you Wacom’s quality digital pen technology but they also will look pretty cool on your desk.
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Recreate the text effect from the title to the new blockbuster movie.
Continue exploring the possibilities with Photoshop’s new 3D tools.
Corey shows you how to make a new photo look damaged by blending in some unusual textures.
Use Photoshop’s new 3D tools to create some dazzling background effects.
When I’m done working with an image, I like to sit and admire it (hey, I spent six hours working on it, I should). To do that, I hit the Tab key, then hit the F key three times. This hides all of the panels and toolbars and lets you see the image by itself surrounded by black. To get back to regular mode, press the F key and the Tab key one more time.