Chapter 1: The Basics of Layers: Layer Functions and Creation
Getting Started Creating Layers
Chapter 2: Layer Management: Concepts of a Layer-Based Workflow
Photoshop’s Essential Tools List
Chapter 3: Object and Image Area Isolation in Layers
Isolating Correction in Adjustment Layers
Applying Levels for Color Correction
Detailing the Levels Slider Changes
Chapter 4: Masking: Enhanced Area Isolation
Enhancing Natural Color and Tone
Chapter 5: Applying Layer Effects
The Basics of Effects and Styles
Automated Manual Effects Tools
Combining Manual Effects and Styles
Chapter 6: Exploring Layer Modes
Chapter 7: Advanced Blending with Blend If
Chapter 8: Breaking Out Components
Creating Color from Black and White
An Alternative: Creating Filtered Color
Separating a Color Image into RGB Components
Chapter 9: Taking an Image through the Process
General Image Editing Steps: A Review
Applying the Image Editing Checklist