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The Artists Guide to GIMP Effects

The Artist's Guide to GIMP Effects is a solid guide for the journeyman to master of the GNU Image Manipulation Program. The GIMP tool set is examined and examined mainly in context with a project which allows for a more in depth look at the excellent paint program facilities of the GIMP. Advanced techniques of image manipulation are discussed and demonstrated. The Artists Guide to GIMP Effects is a joy to read and work from, and should be a treasured book for any graphic designer.

The Book of Inkscape

The Book of Inkscape is brought to us by one of the core and major developers of the Inkscape scalable vector illustration program. The book of Inkscape is a highly lucid and informative account of the Inkscape program. The writing style is entertaining and engaging, and throughout a lot of hidden gems are exposed to the user. If you are a graphic designer who uses Inkscape in your design toolchain the Book of Inkscape is the book you want.

Designing Web Interfaces

Designing Web Interfaces is a look into the modern world of web interfaces. Combining a degree of information architecture and modularity certain patterns of web interfaces are starting to emerge, and Designing Web Interfaces takes a gander at these patterns and discuss their implementation. Designing Web Interfaces is a thought provoking read, and a useful addition to the book shelf of any web designer or web developer.

Signs and Symbols

Inkscape

Blender for Dummies

Blender for Dummies is a great book to explain how to use Blender. All the main features of Blender are carefully and entertainingly explained. Blender for Dummies is an excellent book to hone your Blender skills with. Some 3D graphic designers familiar with Blender will already know this stuff, but those new to the field of 3D or coming from other 3D packages will enjoy this book and find it very useful.

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