Special Effects, Retouching, and Restoration, the fourth in the digital photographer's handbook series, represents the perfect tool for any photographer wishing to experiment with the endless possibilities offered by digital technology. The book is project-led and aims to show how the effects and manipulations are achieved, visually and simply. It covers the more basic manipulations, such as correcting color and removing scratches from prints, to the more creative and involved tasks, such as experimenting with backgrounds, or combining images to improve composition. The jargon-free text and step-by-step explanations make it a truly indispensable guide for anyone wishing to transform their photography, and enables the digital photographer to use this technology to its full capacity. Book jacket.