A certified Photoshop addict and webmaster of Action FX Photoshop Resources (ActionFX.com), Al Ward hails from Missoula, Montana. A former submariner in the U.S. Navy, Al now spends his time creating add-on software for Photoshop and writing on graphics-related topics. Al has been a contributor to Photoshop User Magazine and a contributing writer on Foundation Photoshop 6 and Photoshop Most Wanted: Effects and Design Tips, Inside Photoshop 6 and Special Edition Inside Photoshop 6 from New Riders. Al was also a panelist at the Photoshop World 2001 Los Angeles Conference, and contributes to the official National Association of Photoshop Professionals website as the actions area coordinator.

• Chapter 1: MetalworkingChapter 2: Glass, Plastic, and TransparenciesChapter 3: Eco-friendly EffectsChapter 4: Electronic EffectsChapter 5: Pattern generationChapter 6: Magic and MonstersChapter 7: Type MadnessChapter 8: Layer Styles and Actions for Cool EffectsChapter 9: Fro Clip Art to 3DChapter 10: Exploring the 3D EngineChapter 11: One-Hit WondersChapter 12: Web TricksChapter 13: Photo ManipulationChapter 14: Transparency EffectsChapter 15: Collaging SecretsDesign Project 1Design Project 2

"Each tutorial is written in a friendly, down-to-earth manner that's easy to follow. Friends of ED excels at making this type of book, and beginners are likely to adore it." - Computer Arts "A worthy addition to the shelves of Photoshop fans and those wanting to take their images further." - Digital Photography User "If you've ever wondered what you can do to take your Photoshop skills to the next level but were too afraid to ask, this title could be the answer." - Practical Internet Web Designer

A certified Photoshop addict and webmaster of Action FX Photoshop Resources (ActionFX.com), Al Ward hails from Missoula, Montana. A former submariner in the U.S. Navy, Al now spends his time creating add-on software for Photoshop and writing on graphics-related topics. Al has been a contributor to Photoshop User Magazine and a contributing writer on Foundation Photoshop 6 and Photoshop Most Wanted: Effects and Design Tips, Inside Photoshop 6 and Special Edition Inside Photoshop 6 from New Riders. Al was also a panelist at the Photoshop World 2001 Los Angeles Conference, and contributes to the official National Association of Photoshop Professionals website as the actions area coordinator.

• Chapter 1: MetalworkingChapter 2: Glass, Plastic, and TransparenciesChapter 3: Eco-friendly EffectsChapter 4: Electronic EffectsChapter 5: Pattern generationChapter 6: Magic and MonstersChapter 7: Type MadnessChapter 8: Layer Styles and Actions for Cool EffectsChapter 9: Fro Clip Art to 3DChapter 10: Exploring the 3D EngineChapter 11: One-Hit WondersChapter 12: Web TricksChapter 13: Photo ManipulationChapter 14: Transparency EffectsChapter 15: Collaging SecretsDesign Project 1Design Project 2

"Each tutorial is written in a friendly, down-to-earth manner that's easy to follow. Friends of ED excels at making this type of book, and beginners are likely to adore it." - Computer Arts "A worthy addition to the shelves of Photoshop fans and those wanting to take their images further." - Digital Photography User "If you've ever wondered what you can do to take your Photoshop skills to the next level but were too afraid to ask, this title could be the answer." - Practical Internet Web Designer

A certified Photoshop addict and webmaster of Action FX Photoshop Resources (ActionFX.com), Al Ward hails from Missoula, Montana. A former submariner in the U.S. Navy, Al now spends his time creating add-on software for Photoshop and writing on graphics-related topics. Al has been a contributor to Photoshop User Magazine and a contributing writer on Foundation Photoshop 6 and Photoshop Most Wanted: Effects and Design Tips, Inside Photoshop 6 and Special Edition Inside Photoshop 6 from New Riders. Al was also a panelist at the Photoshop World 2001 Los Angeles Conference, and contributes to the official National Association of Photoshop Professionals website as the actions area coordinator.

• Chapter 1: MetalworkingChapter 2: Glass, Plastic, and TransparenciesChapter 3: Eco-friendly EffectsChapter 4: Electronic EffectsChapter 5: Pattern generationChapter 6: Magic and MonstersChapter 7: Type MadnessChapter 8: Layer Styles and Actions for Cool EffectsChapter 9: Fro Clip Art to 3DChapter 10: Exploring the 3D EngineChapter 11: One-Hit WondersChapter 12: Web TricksChapter 13: Photo ManipulationChapter 14: Transparency EffectsChapter 15: Collaging SecretsDesign Project 1Design Project 2

"Each tutorial is written in a friendly, down-to-earth manner that's easy to follow. Friends of ED excels at making this type of book, and beginners are likely to adore it." - Computer Arts "A worthy addition to the shelves of Photoshop fans and those wanting to take their images further." - Digital Photography User "If you've ever wondered what you can do to take your Photoshop skills to the next level but were too afraid to ask, this title could be the answer." - Practical Internet Web Designer