Total Training Introduces Adobe Photoshop Elements 3 Unleashed Video Training

Carlsbad, CA, January 18, 2005 — Total Training™, Inc., a pioneer in engaging and innovative video-based training for popular software programs, today announced a new product titled Total Training Presents: Adobe® Photoshop® Elements 3 Unleashed. This DVD-based series of lessons is uniquely applicable to both Mac and Windows users, with many tutorials presented on the Mac. Training host, Deke McClelland, helps advanced users of Photoshop Elements attain mastery level in just 10 lessons.

The video series shows how to turn drab-looking images into artistic creations. Using advanced effects and filters users can easily transform photos into black-and-white or sepia tone—plus, simulate various painting styles and canvas textures. Viewers receive step-by-step guidance as they practice accompanying tutorials and project work files included with the training. As an added value, this training package also includes more than $100 worth of professional photography courtesy of PhotoSpin, Inc.

"Valuable tools like the Total Training videos offer an added layer of support and help photo enthusiasts make their photos truly look their best. We are pleased to be aligned with such a recognized training resource," said Jim Mohan, Group Product Manager for Photoshop Elements.

Pricing and Availability
Total Training Presents: Adobe Photoshop Elements 3 Unleashed is available now from Total Training for $59.99 USD. Customers who order by January 31, 2005 will receive a 15% discount. For more information, visit www.totaltraining.com or call 1-888-368-6825.

Lesson Titles
    • The Art of Imaging
    • Making the Most of Quick Fix
    • Adjusting Colors
    • Using Adjustment Layers
    • Importing Camera Raw
    • Selection Techniques
    • Photorealistic Distortions
    • Healing & Sharpening
    • Effects, Layers & Filter Styles
    • Text & Shapes
    • Plus, more than $100 worth of professional photography courtesy
      of PhotoSpin, Inc.

About Deke McClelland
Deke McClelland is a well-known author and lecturer on Adobe Photoshop and serves as host to the interactive Video Workshop included with Photoshop CS. His other training series include Adobe Illustrator CS and QuarkXPress to Adobe InDesign CS. In 2002, McClelland was inducted into the Photoshop Hall of Fame, sponsored by the National Association of Photoshop Professionals.

About Total Training
Total Training, Inc. (www.totaltraining.com) is a pioneer in innovative video-based training for leading creative design, digital video, and office productivity software programs. Among its assets, Total Training enjoys a strategic partnership with Adobe including the distribution of its customized tutorials inside many of Adobe's software packages—giving Total Training unique brand positioning with Adobe's web, print, and video product users

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