Publisher's Synopsis
If GIMP can do it, you can do it too Learn and master GIMP the powerful, flexible, extensible graphics package for Linux with the GIMP for Linux® Bible. This step–by–step guide covers everything from mastering the basics to working wonders with layers and customizing graphics for the Web. GIMP gurus share their insights and lead you through all the colorful nuances of digital imaging in Linux. Whether you're just beginning or a serious digital artist, you'll quickly learn to make all the powerful features of GIMP work for you! Inside, you'll find complete coverage of GIMP for Linux
- Create icons, buttons, backgrounds, image maps, textures, and more
- Use drop shadows, raised type, glowing images, and blends to create interesting effects
- Discover how to clone, convert, merge, blend, link, and align layers
- Utilize advanced features such as online batch processing and mass production image rendering
- Modify images with GIMP's tiled memory image management system
- Automate processes with Script–Fu, GIMP's full–featured scripting tool
- Maximize the impact of your Web pages with stunning graphics
- See all GIMP can do by exploring the 16 pages of full–color artwork
- GIMP Toolkit (GTK)
- More than 200 GIMP plug–ins
- Applications and script
- Source code and images from the book
