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u/SgtSloth · 3 pointsr/photoshop

Others have given advice, but I might as well chime in.

The Bamboo is a great little starter pad to play with. I wouldn't reccommend it as a real graphic design tool, but it really is a functional little pad that can get the job done and has some fun extra functionality with gestures and what not. The Bamboo is NOT specifically a graphics tablet though. It can function as one, but it is also touch sensitive and most graphics tablets are not reactive to anything but a pen or a conductive mouse created for the tablet surface. But it does have the same technology as an Intuos tablet, which is amazing tech, so it's very capable.

You can get a Wacom Graphire for around the same price as a bamboo, (I owned one of these for a couple year) and it is made for this kind of thing. It is a decent little tablet, and would be alright for a hobbyist or a beginner, but i'd skip it. But it isn't as advanced as the next type of tablet...

which is an Intuos3 and Intuos4. Here is where I would start. I would actually skip the intuos3 simply because the intuos4 is basically an industry standard now. It's tech is updated often and it is simply a fantastic tablet. The intuos 4 is what most people end up with. There are small, medium, and large versions. The size you get is a personal preferance. It also comes down to desk real estate. Not a lot of desks have a huge chuck of space for a large intuos. The medium is a great compromise of space vs. functionality. And actually, a lot of people prefer the slightly smaller ones to reduce having to move your arm/hand around as much reducing fatigue. Also the price is obviously better for a medium sized one than a large one. There is also the wireless version, which is awesome since you can simply stow it away somewhere quick and easy. I would recommend a carrying case for it though to keep it safe. Even just a small laptop bag would be fine. But it's an investment you will want to keep safe.

Finally you have the amazing Cintiq line. The Cintiq 12WX and Cintiq 21UX and I just learned about the silly Cintiq 24HD.

I have a Cintiq 21UX and it has changed the way I work. It has sped up my workflow and made things so much easier and faster and accurate and simply amazing. (Note I didn't quite pay what they are asking for on Amazon but that's the same model). the cintiq's are expensive as hell, but it's an amazing investment if you are really going to take advantage of it.

Note however, that you can do everything on an intuos4 that you can do on a cintiq. The thing with the lesser tablets under the cintiq is you will have a real learning curve dealing with drawing on your desk/lap while looking at the screen. It's weird and takes time to get used to it. But there is AMAZING art done on them. As I said, they are industry standard and amazing pieces of tech.

So I recommend the Intuos4 Medium or the Intuos4 Wireless in the end.

Hope this helps a little. There are alternatives to Wacom, and some can get the job done, but I won't recommend them as in the end, you want a Wacom.

u/xDylan25x · 2 pointsr/photoshop

I used Photoshop CS3 Extended several years ago on an okay $500 laptop from either walmart or sams. It was some type of Acer Aspire from around 2011. As I continued messing around with Photoshop, I ended up buying a Wacom graphics tablet (one of these). Elements is okay for use (I still use it because I was borrowing a copy of CS3 back on my laptop and can no longer get that copy back).

Not sure about the newest ones that wacom puts out, but that one I linked (probably not made anymore) comes with a version of Photoshop that can run on almost anything.

If you want to get a desktop just for photoshop, the used PC parts route is a pretty good way to go. I built a decent PC back in the beginning of 2013. Back then, it cost me around $700, though you have to realize that it was for gaming and that I had wanted it for several years, so I was fine with spending a bit more than what I originally planned (the old budget would have given me a terrible PC (for gaming)). Right now, you could probably buy the same parts for half the price. While many people don't really recommend older parts like I used (my processor was getting "old" (outdated) back then), I still use all but the cooling fan and graphics card. Also, to make the price seem a bit more reasonable, I had to buy a monitor, keyboard, and mouse in that price, too, which is something that can be bought for very cheap or old ones reused for free.

If you want to go a cheaper route that just works, get a ThinkPad off eBay. They're used, but getting something like a T410 works just fine.
I've heard people have even ran somewhat modern 3D games on that. They're tough, though have a "meh" monitor in them. The great thing about them, though, is that they're around $150 and from my experience, only require a $20 replacement battery to work well on the go (they come with their old batteries). I'd also recommend a new hard drive, which is an easy thing to install as long as you've set up a computer before (and if you aren't comfortable with doing so, a local computer store can probably do so cheaply (you should buy a hard drive on your own, though as they'll charge you for a higher price otherwise)). I'd also recommend buying a 1080p monitor from somewhere else after buying the laptop. Here's a list. You can sort by price. I'd say don't worry about IPS, just worry about it looking good. Mine is a 21.5" Acer-not sure what model.

u/Mitsukumi · 2 pointsr/photoshop

Getting it and getting familiar with it is going to be the main thing. Knowing how to navigate it and what not. Now there are tons of resources. It all depends what application you’re going to use Photoshop primarily for. Photography? Graphic work? YouTube YouTube YouTube will be your best friend for some tutorials to get familiar with different methods. Grab some stock photos or some of your own to play around with. This book (CS3 & CS5 Version) was my best friend when I initially got into photoshop. Good luck! I’m sure others will have some good advice!

u/zerokul175 · 1 pointr/photoshop

I just got the Intuos art yesterday (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B010LHRFYU/ref=psdc_16034531_t1_B010LHRFWW) , i Picked it at best buy around 11am, it was installed and ready to use by noon, I worked on some photoshop stuff until 5pm, it was very quick to get used to, super fun. I don't know why I've waited so long to get one, since I've been on graphic design for a while now, but no regrets so far. I tested on Photoshop and it worked smoothly, I want to test it on Illustrator soon and see if my workflow will improve too. Anyways, its a great tool, I totally recommend it.

u/damien6 · 1 pointr/photoshop

For photography, Kelby Training really helped me understand Photoshop as well as his books like The Adobe Photoshop CS6 Book for Digital Photographers. Kelby training is a bit expensive, but there are some good lessons in there.

A lot of it was just playing around, too. Learning how to manipulate curves is huge. A small curves adjustment can quickly make a photo really pop. Try looking for tutorials on how to use curves and play around with them a lot and you'll be amazed at what you can do with just that one tool.

u/robinrotman · 2 pointsr/photoshop

I have lots of assignments but it's hard to teach directly on here. Feel free to pm me.

http://www.amazon.com/Graphic-Design-Essentials-Software-Solutions/dp/0136052355 is a great resource. It has software skills/assignments at the back to test your knowledge. They are basic and helpful.

u/poodoofodder · 1 pointr/photoshop

Agreed, no need in buying books, there are some great podcasts out there too that give free tutorials, just type in "Photoshop" or "CS5" in search and you'll get hundreds of suggestions. However, if you did want to buy a book, here's a fantastic one. Adobe Photoshop CS5 for Photographers http://www.amazon.com/Adobe-Photoshop-CS5-Photographers-Ultimate/dp/0240814835/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1312819517&sr=8-1

u/Parabolic_Ballsack · 3 pointsr/photoshop

I have a 27" monitor and I use an older version of this small tablet and I love it. I use it for the same things you do: retouching/brushing/pen tool in Ps and comping in Ae. I actually prefer the small size as it fits next to my mouse on my desk and doesn't take up too much space. I don't need a lot of travel since I'm not doing any long brush strokes so the small is a perfect size. If I need to be more precise then I just zoom in and go from there. I've had it for years and haven't wished that I had a larger one.

Ninja edit: I agree with some of the other commenters that you don't need the pro version. It just gives you more sensitivity and since you're not a digital artist that needs that level of control the base mode will be just fine.

u/kingOlimbs · 3 pointsr/photoshop

or...i dont know...maybe get a current gen entry level tablet that would be good for lon_oh's level for about the price he/she is looking for ($80, close enough).

Wacom Intuos Small
That would be a good place to start. It has enough functionality to do most things you will probably want to do with it and you can always upgrade to the pro version down line when you are ready. Currently $80 and is often at that price and sometimes lower if you find at a good time. Watch the video included on amazon to see what the different versions offer.

u/gabezermeno · 2 pointsr/photoshop

Its funny because I was just thinking about buying one a couple of minutes ago. I have fallen in love with the Wacom Bamboo Splash. It's 60$ from amazon and I think if you go into Best Buy they will price match it.

u/h2f · 1 pointr/photoshop

For compositing I would recommend the book Adobe Master Class Compositing. Usually I like videos better but I have the first edition and thought it was really good.

u/desertsail912 · 1 pointr/photoshop

Buy this book, she has excellent lessons, the exercise pictures are all online, and she covers an amazing variety of ways to fix pictures.

u/vmcreative · 2 pointsr/photoshop

You might be out of luck then. I've tried using apps like Duet which will allow you to connect an iPad as a display but I've had poor luck with getting Photoshop to display correctly on the iPad and you have to buy into their premium plan in order to use force/angle input.

Most of the time I either do the work I need to in a different app and then export to pull into PS, or I just use my trusty old Wacom Bamboo, which you can get for less than $60 these days.

u/timailius · 1 pointr/photoshop

Sorry, yes. You can't run Photoshop on a tablet, (i.e. an iPad), but if you get a Wacom tablet, then she can draw & paint directly into Photoshop on top of her photo. Hope that makes sense!

u/Richeyron · 1 pointr/photoshop

You might have more success converting a copy to Lab mode.
An indispensable book that would really help is Professional Photoshop by Dan Margulis:
https://www.amazon.ca/Professional-Photoshop-Classic-Guide-Correction/dp/032144017X
See if you can find it at your local library before buying it.

u/archibald_crappins · 6 pointsr/photoshop

Lenovo Flex 14

$549.99. A little more than your budget, but perfect for what you’re looking for.

u/Baroxx · 2 pointsr/photoshop

Unless you're getting something specifically designed for that purpose (these are a ton of fun to play with but will leave a dent in your pocket) Any computer out now that has a touchscreen is going to have subpar specs for its price. If this changes when Windows 8 comes out, then by all means, go ahead. But in my experience a $100 wacom tablet usually does the job quite well if you're set on using a pen, but unless you're going to be focusing on drawing (in which case there are alternatives to photoshop that are more catered towards illustrating) most people will tell you that you don't really need to use a pen, especially when just starting out.

u/parablepalace · 1 pointr/photoshop

I have a lot of books on color correction and out of all of them I rank this the highest: http://www.amazon.com/Photoshop-LAB-Color-Adventures-Colorspace/dp/0321356780

It's a little long in the tooth now (2005) but the theory is still sound. However I just saw that the author of that book has a new(er) book out as well that I might pick up:
http://www.amazon.com/Photoshop-Workflow-Quartertone-Quandary-Enhancement/dp/0988280809

He's both technical and practical in his advice and more technically minded than a lot of the color correction books out there.

u/mcdronkz · 1 pointr/photoshop

Adobe Photoshop CC for Photographers will help you a tremendous amount in both learning the Photoshop tools and interface, but also with general retouching techniques.