The RAW file format is the uncompressed data file captured by a digital cameras electronic sensor. When your camera saves an image in RAW format; settings like white balance; sharpening; contrast and saturation are not applied to the image but are saved instead in a separate header. Because RAW files remain virtually untouched by in-camera processing; they are essentially the digital equivalent to exposed but undeveloped film.This makes RAW an increasingly popular format with amateur and professional digital photographers; because it affords greater flexibility and control during the editing process-if you know how to work with RAW files.Most digital camera manufacturers supply their own software for converting RAW data; as do some third party vendors. Increasingly; however; the RAW converter of choice is a plug-in included in the latest version of Adobe Photoshop; the most popular and widely-used digital image editing tool in the world. Adobe Photoshop CS2 is emerging as the best place to edit RAW images; and the best way to master this new format is with Photoshop CS2 RAW.An important book dedicated to working with RAW in Photoshop; this comprehensive guide features a unique design that helps readers grasp the subject through visual instruction and prompts. The entire RAW process is explored; from shooting to using the Adobe plug-in converter and new Bridge navigation software. The primary focus of Photoshop RAW is; as the title suggests; Photoshop editing technique: automating RAW workflow; correcting exposures; extending exposure range; manipulating grayscale and working with the new DNG (Digital Negative) open standard that Adobe supports.Presented by photographer Mikkel Aaland; a pioneer of digital photography and author of eight books; including OReillys Photoshop for the Web and the award-winning Shooting Digital; Photoshop CS2 RAW investigates and instructs in an accessible visual style. Required reading for professionals and dedicated photo hobbyists alike.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great Play Analysis Starting PointBy FantasyFreak25This book is a great jumping off point. For those who have a background in scene study or play analysis. youll know most of it. but its still a great thing to have in your drama library.Its well written. well constructed. understandable. and placed in a logical order. Its an easy read- they dont try to get fancy just to sound special. It explains what you need to know.I personally bought this book for a class. but I would recommend it highly.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy JonesUseful breakdown for anyone interested in drama or writing.9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. On the mark analysisBy Renee BainThe title of this book. The Architecture of Drama. intrigued me. While we all know that great drama has "structure." I never thought of it as being "architectural." But it is. of course. and plays and films that dont work suffer from bad architecture according to the authors David Letwin and Joe Stockdale. both veteran theater professionals and educators. and Mr. Stockdales journalist wife. Robin. For writers. the greatest challenge is not the actual writing. but the architecture of the story. After reading this insightful. to-the-point and wonderfully entertaining book. Ill never think of drama quite the same. The authors stress that creative thought and inspiration isnt enough to forge memorable drama if the structure. the craft. the architecture--the plot. characters. theme. style. and genre--isnt strong and grounded in time-honored Aristotelian principles that can. and should be taught. Hopefully. their thoughtful. easily accessible approach to creating great drama. whether on the stage. on the screen. or in novels. will end up in the backpacks of every young person aspiring to a successful theater. motion picture. or writing career. and on the shelves of university and public libraries. The authors analysis of popular. classic plays and films--why some worked and some didnt--makes for fascinating reading for everyone. professional and layman alike. After all. as the authors point out in this delightful. compelling book. the architecture of drama mirrors the architecture of our everyday lives. We can all learn something from it.
