2010/08/06 12:28 | by 
Lynda.com Adobe Illustrator CS4 For The Web | BIN | 224 MB
Mordy Golding demonstrates how to be more productive, efficient, and creative by taking advantage of Adobe Illustrator to create pixel-perfect web graphics and interactive Flash content. Illustrator CS4 for the Web investigates the pros and cons of pixel- and vector-based web graphics, demonstrates efficient workflows, and explores the creative options available in Illustrator. Mordy also covers design techniques, such as creating typography that works well on screen, adding reflections, and making Flash animations. He discusses new Illustrator CS4 features, including using multiple artboards, bringing art into Dreamweaver, and utilizing Flash Catalyst. Exercise files accompany the course.
Lynda.com Groove 2007 Essential Training | BIN | 317 MB
When collaborating on a project, getting all team members on the same page can be difficult, especially if the team is spread across the country–or even the world. In Groove 2007 Essential Training, David Rivers demonstrates how this workflow collaboration tool can make it easy to work together no matter where the team members are located. He shows some of Groove’s most important features, including audio chat, file sharing, and the ability to display and monitor changes to schedules and assets. David also explains how to integrate a Groove installation with a SharePoint site and its functions to enhance collaboration. Exercise files accompany the course.
Kelby Training Lightroom 2 Power Session | BIN | 272 MB
If you have used Lightroom before but want a quick way to learn all of the new features in version 2 then this Online Training Course is what you have been looking for. Matt’s videos cut straight to the chase and show you just the new features in Lightroom 2, and how photographers can put them to work in the real world today.
Total Training Adobe InDesign CS4 Essentials DVD | ISO | 1.1 GB
Get an introduction to Adobe InDesign CS4 with this essential training that introduces you to the basics tools, skills and techniques required to create professionally styled text, layouts and graphics that deliver a powerful impact. In this series, you’ll be guided through the techniques needed to work with text and graphics in your layouts. You will also learn how to apply artistic effects to text and placed artwork, without prior knowledge of other applications like Illustrator or Photoshop.
Lynda.com Reason 4 Essential Training
Author: Bruce Williams | Duration: 04:54 | Level: Beginner
Genre: Video Training | 730 MB
Reason is a loop-based music creation application with a focus on MIDI sequencing, sampling, and synthesis. What sets it apart from other audio software is its unique user interface, which emulates a virtual rack of audio hardware. It is highly technical and can present a daunting learning curve even for those with experience in other audio software, which makes recording engineer Bruce Williams the ideal guide. In Reason 4 Essential Training, Bruce explores every device in the rack, including the Transport panel, and the new devices like the ReGroove mixer, the Thor polyphonic synthesizer, and the RPG-8 arpeggiator. He also demonstrates production enhancements made possible by the revamped sequencer and automation interfaces. Exercise files accompany the course.
Topics include:
* Connecting a keyboard, MIDI device, or other piece of hardware
* Working with drums, loops, synths, and samples
* Composing, publishing, and exporting songs
* Using the sequencer in Arrange and Edit modes
* Understanding patches and ReFills
* Adding effects
* Using ReWire to synchronize Reason with other audio applications
Lynda.com Pro Tools 7 LE Essential Training
Author: Joe Godfrey | Duration: 06:22 | Level: Beginner
Genre: Video Training | 417 MB
In Pro Tools 7 LE Essential Training, instructor Joe Godfrey shows how to use this powerful program to create, edit, and mix digital sound professionally. The training covers everything from recording and editing dialog to designing sound using plug-ins, from working with MIDI to creating sound for pictures, and from multi-track editing to mixing. Joe teaches all the tools needed to create professional audio results for all kinds of projects using Pro Tools 7 LE. Exercise files accompany this training.
Topics include:
* Understanding the file structure
* Editing a simple sound effect
* Recording and editing an announcer
* Using the grid
* Creating bar- and beat-based markers
* Placing lyrics on a timeline
* Choosing and installing plug-ins
* Tracking and overdubbing
* Recording and modifying MIDI
* Importing visuals into Pro Tools
* Experimenting with automation
* Mixing and saving mixing templates
Lynda.com Photoshop Lightroom 2 Essential Training
Author: Chris Orwig | Duration: 08:15 | Level: Beginner
Genre: Video Training | 1.35 GB
In Photoshop Lightroom 2 Essential Training, Chris Orwig explores Adobe’s professional toolbox for image organization, processing, and output. He demonstrates effective use of catalogs, collections, keywords, and filters in the Library module; image correction and enhancement with the Develop module; and publishing the results via the Slideshow, Print, and Web modules. Chris also shares a wealth of creative tips and workflow techniques for capturing and processing stunning photographs. Example files accompany the course.
Topics include:
* Understanding Lightroom’s interface, modules, and new features
* Importing photos from a folder, camera, or memory card
* Sharing catalogs between multiple computers
* Sorting and filtering with flags, ratings, labels, and other attributes
* Correcting white balance, tone, saturation, and clarity with the Basic panel
* Cropping, straightening, and retouching with the Tool Strip
* Fixing color and exposure with the Adjustment Brush tool and HSL controls
* Converting to black and white
* Sharpening, reducing noise, and removing chromatic aberration
* Understanding lens correction and camera calibration
* Fine-tuning portrait, travel, and nature photography workflows
* Integrating with Photoshop
VTC MasterClass Protecting Yourself On The Internet | BIN | 161 MB
The Internet and the World Wide Web are full of malicious people who use technology to perpetrate a wide variety of crimes against others. Identity theft, phishing scams and other fraud, cyber stalking, and even child exploitation are some of the dangers to ordinary Internet users. Veteran VTC author and Internet Security professional Bobby Rogers, will give you the information you need to keep you and your family safe on the Internet.
VTC Apple Logic Studio Apps | BIN | 405 MB
The Apple Logic Studio Apps are a group of powerful tools designed to cover a wide range of tasks. These include: Mainstage (for live performance), Compressor (a conversion & compression utility), Apple Loops Utility (a loop creator & tagger), and Impulse Response Utility (Space Designer Impulse creator & editor). This course is designed to help get you up and running with each tool in a concise manner with detailed examples and a lot of practical advice. VTC author, Sam McGuire, takes you through the different Apps in such a way that builds upon VTC’s other Logic courses, occasionally visiting Logic as well, to demonstrate their full integration. If you are a Logic Studio user, this course will help you get the most out of all the various Apps.
Digital Photo Magazine Video Tutorials | 641MB | English | RS | HF | ULD
Each month Digital Photo brings you exclusive video lessons, showing how to improve your pictures using Photoshop and Elements software. Just play them back on your PC screen, follow the digital expert’s instructions using the start images provided or your own photos, and you’ll be well on the way to better pictures in no time.
Lesson 1 Square up your shots
Lesson 2 Create a panoramic image
Lesson 3 Control depth-of-field
Lesson 4 Add a cooltone effect
Lesson 5 Control colour in RAW
Lesson 6 RAW mono conversions
Lesson 7 Create toning effects
Lesson 8 Learn about Actions, part 1
Lesson 9 Learn about Actions, part 2
Lesson 10 Make your own travel journal – Elements
Lesson 11 Make your own travel journal – PSP
