T0880 - Total Training - Adobe Photoshop Elements 8

With Total Training for Adobe Photoshop® Elements 8, you'll learn how to organize and edit your digital images. This series introduces you to the new features of Photoshop Elements 8, including the new Photomerge Exposure command and the Tag Cloud, plus it shares best practices for Elements fundamentals, including making coloring adjustments and sharing photos with family and friends. This training is just what you need to help you make all of the edits you've always wanted to make to your images and be well on your way to creating impressive images using Photoshop Elements 8.

T0841 - Total Training - Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended Advanced

Take your Photoshop CS4 skills to a new level with Total Training for Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended: Advanced. With Jennifer Smith as your host, you'll learn how to give your images a professional touch. You'll discover advanced level techniques for color correction, photo retouching, and compositing using Photoshop.
You'll also learn how to optimize your images for the web and how to work with animation. If you already know the fundamentals of Photoshop, get ready to take what you know one step further and learn tips and techniques that will impress even the most seasoned Photoshop user!

T0810 - Total Training Adobe Flash CS4 Professional New Animation Techniques

This series introduces you to the new and enhanced Flash CS4 animation features; Motion Tween, 3D properties, and the new IK animation tool so you can begin using them in your Flash projects.

The enhanced Motion Tween will change the way you work in Flash forever. It's much easier to work with and more powerful, plus it includes the new Motion Editor Panel. This series guides you through the new 3D properties, which will let you control your objects in full 3D space in both the timeline and using ActionScript 3. Plus, learn how to use the new Inverse Kinematics (IK) animation tools for both MovieClips and Shapes.
Highlights
Learn how to create and control the Motion Tween using the Motion Editor Panel
Find out how to set up and modify Inverse Kinematics animations
See how to use Inverse Kinematics bones to control Shapes
Discover how to use the new 3D properties and tools
Watch how to select, use and create Advanced Easing Curves.

T0809 - Total Training Adobe Flash CS4 Professional Advanced

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Release Date:08-26-2009
http://www.totaltraining.com/prod/adobe/flashcs4pro_adv.asp

T0797 - Total training Introduction to ZBrush 3 Tools and Workflow

Total Training Introduction to ZBrush 3 Tools and Workflow

Introduction to ZBrush 3 covers everything you need to know to get started working in ZBrush. ZBrush 3 is the industry standard application for digital sculpting and has been used in nearly every recent blockbuster film and video game that has visual effects. This DVD covers ZBrush's essential features from a practical and accessible point of view. In addition, this training provides a detailed understanding of how each ZBrush feature builds upon the others to allow artists to sculpt without limitations. This series is just what you need to get up to speed on ZBrush fast.

T0752 - Total Training SolidWorks 2009 Fundamentals

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Release Date.... 07-08-2009

Release Format.. ISO

Release Type.... Bookware

Release Notes : http://www.totaltraining.com/prod/solidworks/insp_solidworks09_fund.asp

DESCRIPTION :

Learn all about SolidWorks?2009. In this series, lessons are filled with engaging examples and exercises that are just enough to inspire
SolidWorks confidence, yet not too much to confuse and frustrate the learner.

Upon completion of the course, learners will be prepared to challenge the CSWA exam.

T0690 - Total Training SolidWorkS 2009 Fundamentals

Learn all about SolidWorks 2009. In this series, lessons are filled with engaging examples and exercises that are just enough to inspire SolidWorks confidence, yet not too much to confuse and frustrate the learner. Upon completion of the course, learners will be prepared to challenge the CSWA exam.

T0670 - Total.Training.Introduction.to.3DS.Max.Tools.and.Workflow

3d Studio Max is an industry leading application for design visualization, game development and visual effects. 3ds Max is powerful and flexible enough for professionals, but intuitive enough for the beginner. Whether new to 3ds Max or new to 3D, these lectures provide ample discussion of the tools needed to create visually rich imagery and animations. User interface foundations are presented, focusing on 3ds Max’s ease and simplicity. Learn core concepts as well as efficient, professional modeling, animation, texturing and lighting techniques.

T0658 - Total Training Introduction to Maya Interface and Workflow

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Release Date.... 07-10-2009

Release Format.. ISO

Release Type.... 3D tut

Release Notes : http://www.totaltraining.com/prod/autodesk/gw_maya_introifwf.asp

Over the past many years, Maya has become the leading 3D application used in the film, broadcast and game industries. Hailed for its diverse toolset, Maya
excels due to its integration, flexibility and performance in regards to modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, animation, rigging and effects.
Designed for the individual new to Maya, this DVD contains over five hours of lecture. The essential UI (user interface) is discussed, focusing on the work-
flow of an experienced user. Learn how to efficiently create, manipulate and organize hierarchies, objects, components and cameras. Many concepts are
introduced including the use of Polygons versus NURBS, tesselation, antialiasing, UV Layout, projects, preferences and MEL scripts. Customization
of the UI is also addressed in order to dramatically improve efficiency and workflow.

T0535 - Total TrainingAdobe After Effects CS3 Essentials+Advanced (3 DVD)

Discover the world of animation with After Effects CS3 Essentials. Hosted by professional animator Ko Maruyama, these training videos focus on new features and essential tools including Shape Layers, the Puppet Tool and Brainstorm.

You’ll also learn how to use many of the new effects found in After Effects CS3 as well as how to import Photoshop Layer Styles. Learn the tricks you need to get on your way to producing high-end animations. Highlights
Learn how to create and animate graphics with new Shape Layers.
Find out how you can bring your animation to life with the new Puppet Tool.
Conjure up some suggested variants in your animations with the new Brainstorm user interface.
Discover how to master some of the new Effects in After Effects CS3.
Experience a streamlined workflow as you learn how to import your existing Photoshop layers.
Get ready to dive in deeper than basic editing and compositing with these entertaining and educational videos on the advanced feature set in After Effects. You’ll explore the 3D environment to understand better how to work with 3D cameras and add realistic lighting and shadows. Plus, test drive tools that you may have never ventured to try before, such as painting and keying. Ko wraps up the course with a closer look at the all new Puppetry and Shapes tools.
Highlights
Now that you’ve mastered the 2D features found in the After Effects Essentials series, you’re ready to understand the possibilities of 3D within After Effects.
Explore the advanced features and expressions to take full advantage of the Javascript within After Effects.
Learn how to combine painting, motion tracking, text and keying, so that you can approach any animation or composites in After Effects with confidence that you can get it done.
Animating the 3D layers with a 3D camera can add dynamic, organic looks to your composite. The key to making this work is to understand how to manipulate the various parts of each 3D element.
The puppetry tools help you deform layers in ways that you had never considered before. With an auto-tracing feature you can quickly start animating with this active tool.

T0505 - 3D TOTAL TRAINING EVA WILD SERIES-3DVD (3DS MAX)

This bundle comprises the following training DVD's

* Eva Wild Series - Modeling
This training DVD series on complete character creation in 3ds Max, covers the complete step...
* Eva Wild Series - Texturing, Mapping & Clothing
This training DVD series on complete character creation in 3ds Max, covers the complete step...
* Eva Wild Series - 3 Rigging and Animation
Covers the complete step by step of setting up a fully animatable rig for the Eva Wild...

T0501 - Total Training Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 Essentials

Janine Warner is the author of more than a dozen books about the Internet, including the best-selling Dreamweaver For Dummies (now in its seventh edition). She's a popular speaker at industry events and an experienced journalist whose articles have appeared in such diverse publications as The Miami Herald and The Point Reyes Light. She also writes a regular column about Dreamweaver for Layers Magazine. To learn more, visit www.JCWarner.com.

Platform: Windows & MAC OS
Format: DVD-ROM & Online
Running Time: 9 Hrs, 2 DVDs
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Project Files: Project Files: Included
Solutions: Multi-User Education International


Description:
Discover the power of Dreamweaver, an award-winning Web design program with this in-depth tutorial. From the basics of how to create Web pages, set links, and insert images, to more advanced techniques for creating page layouts with tables and CSS, you'll learn everything you need to create and publish a web site. You'll also learn how to use Dreamweaver's more advanced features to insert Flash, video, and audio files, and use Dreamweaver's JavaScript behaviors to create interactive effects, like rollovers and image swaps. With these easy to follow lessons, you'll get up to speed quickly with Dreamweaver CS3.

Highlights

* Janine's engaging lessons provide a great introduction to Dreamweaver with a focus on how to get your web site up and running quickly.
* Discover the advantages, and techniques, for designing with CSS, the best way to create standards-based, accessible web sites today.
* Add interactive features like rollovers and image swaps with Janine's advanced instructions for using the JavaScript behaviors in Dreamweaver.
* Make your pages sing and dance as you learn how to use the multimedia features to add audio, video, and Flash to your web pages.
* Discover how the template features can help you save time and create a better looking web site that's also easier to update and redesign in the future.

T0500 - Total Training Adobe Fireworks CS3

Get your designs from the rest of the CS3 suite out to the web and ready for the masses with Adobe Fireworks CS3.

This program picks up where Adobe's old ImageReady left off and comes packed with new features to set your designs up using html, java, and even CSS. With John Ulliman as your guide, you'll learn how to adjust, crop, and use filters on your digital pictures, scans and stock art. Plus, how to create composite images using layer techniques, adjustments and effects.

Highlights:

* Learn how to adjust your raw images and get them compressed and ready for the web.
* Create your own website designs using the bitmap and vector tools built into Fireworks or importing designs from Photoshop or Illustrator.
* Learn how to use Fireworks layers, compositing, and filter effects to take your designs to a higher level.
* Understand Fireworks slicing features to make your designs into web pages and add advanced elements like rollover and pulldown menus.
* Try out round trip editing of your completed web site – edit in Fireworks and back to HTML.

Lesson 1: ADJUSTING & EXPORTING WEB IMAGES (56 min)
1. Introducing Fireworks
2. Rotating & Cropping an Image
3. Using Levels to Adjust Brightness
4. Adjusting the Color
5. Removing Red Eye
6. Explaining Basic Keyboard Shortcuts
7. Using Filters
8. Using Sharpening Filters
9. Using Painting Tools
10. Using the Blur & Sharpen Tools
11. Setting Up the Image Size
12. Optimizing Your Images for the Web
13. Additional Optimize & Align Settings

Lesson 2: USING BITMAP & VECTOR ELEMENTS (50 min)
1. Making Simple Vector Shapes
2. Modifying Fills & Strokes
3. Working with Patterns & Gradients
4. Adjusting the Opacity & Applying Filters
5. Working with Layers
6. Create a Logo with Gradients & Layers
7. Working with the Pen Tool
8. Delete Points along a Path & More Pen Tool Tips
9. Creating & Using Styles

Lesson 3: CREATING COMPOSITE IMAGES (38 min)
1. Making Bitmap Selections
2. Setting Properties to Marquee Selections
3. Manipulating Selections
4. Using the Magic Wand
5. Creating a Multi-Layer Composite
6. Removing Complex Backgrounds
7. Removing More Complex Backgrounds
8. Adding Text

Lesson 4: USING SLICES TO CREATE LAYERS (55 min)
1. Taking a Look at the Layers
2. Importing & Adjusting Images & Text
3. Creating a Button Graphic
4. Creating Slices
5. Setting Slice Properties
6. Exporting HTML & Image Slices
7. Using the New Pages Panel
8. Create a Button & Add Rollover Actions
9. Add, Align, Name & Link Multiple Buttons
10. Create HTML Slices & More Image Slices
11. Exporting & Previewing in a Browser
12. Final Comments & Credits

T0490 - Total Training Adobe Illustrator CS2 FULL_DVD1

Expand your creative vision by learning how to express your ideas in print and on the web with Total Training for Adobe® Illustrator CS2. The comprehensive videos provide you with valuable tips on essential design techniques and ways to improve workflow with other Adobe products.

Program 1: Discovering Illustrator

Chapter 1: Introducing Illustrator (37 min)
1. Using the Welcome Screen
2. Introducing Vector Based Paths
3. Working with Layers in Illustrator
4. Introducing Anchor Points
5. Creating a New Document
6. Repositioning and Adjusting View
7. Saving the Document
8. Utilizing Illustrator Startup Documents

Chapter 2: The Bridge (29 min)
1. Intro to Bridge and The Bridge Center in CS
2. Finding Folders and The Thunbnail View
3. Opening, Moving and Previewing Bridge Files
4. Preview, Filtering and Rating Options
5. Orgainizing Files using Preferences
6. Deleting, Duplicating, Moving files in Bridge
7. Renaming Sorting and Batch Renaming files
8. Presenting a slide show from the Bridge

Chapter 3: Workspace & Navigation (36 min)
1. Setting Up Preferences
2. Using Color Settings
3. Configuring Pallettes & Workspaces
4. Using Navigation

Chapter 4: Symetrical Shapes (40 min)
1. Setting Palette Options and Using Transparacy
2. A Look at the Shape Tools. Creating a Circle
3. Aligning Circle Shapes
4. Creating Star Shapes
5. Creating Rectangle Shapes
6. Using the Flip Tool to Mirror Shapes
7. Combining Shapes
8. Tilde Key Function

Chapter 5: Fill, Stroke and Color (55 min)
1. Introduction to Fill and Stroke
2. An Overview of the Color Pallette
3. The Color Spectrum Bar and Dialing in colors
4. Black vs. Rich Black in the Color Palette
5. CMYK vs. RGB
6. Creating and Saving new Color Swatches
7. Filling and Arranging Objects in a document
8. Modifying and Arranging the Stroke of an Object
9. Display Artifacts and Stroke Pallete options
10. Creating a fill Pattern

Chapter 6: Transforming Paths (60 min)
1. Introducing Path Transformations
2. Duplicating Objects
3. Moving Objects in Increments
4. Using the Reshape Tool
5. Moving Paths
6. Using the Offset Path Dialogue Box
7. Working with Swatches
8. Grouping Paths
9. Using the Scale Tool
10. Using the Rotate Tool
11. Rotating Multiple Objects
12. Advanced Rotate Options

Chapter 7: Using the Powerful Pen Tool (48 min)
1. Using Bridge
2. Creating a Tracing Template
3. Drawing with the Pen Tool
4. Modifying a Path
5. Using and Editing Spline Curves
6. Using Bezier Curves
7. Creating a Cusp Point
8. Modifying and Converting Bezier Curves
9. Cutting, Extending, and Closing Paths
10. Filling Paths

Chapter 8: Selecting Points and Paths (59 min)
1. Strokes and Fills
2. Appearance Palate - Transform And Tweak
3. Working With Layers - Uzz Character
4. Making Use of the Join Command
5. Locked Layers
6. Making Center Points
7. Intro To Pathfinder - Intersect Shape Areas
8. Precision Filling Selection
9. Various Selection Commands & Methods
10. Various Scaling Methods
11. Lacemaking Using Shape Tool - Rotate & Fill
12. Merging Strokes & Fills With Compound Path
13. Lacemaking Using Direction Handles & Anchor Points
14. Pucker & Bloat

Chapter 9: Pathfinder Operations (40 min)
1. Touring the Project
2. An Introduction to the Pathfinder Operations
3. Working with the Pathfinder Palete
4. Comparing Pathfinder Behaviors
5. Joining Paths and the Miter Limit
6. Croping, Uniting and Arranging
7. Selectiing and Deselecting Paths
8. Fill Options and other pathfinder operations

Chapter 10: Liquify & Envelope (33 min)
1. Preparing an Image for Liquify & Envelope
2. Using the Warp Tool to Liquify
3. Using the Envelope Functions
4. Editing Enveloped Content
5. Liquify with Live Trace

Chapter 11: Creating and Formatting Type (50 min)
1. Importing Text into Illustrator
2. Selecting Text for Reformatting
3. Moving Text to a New Text Container
4. Reformatting Text with the Paragraphs Pallet
5. Altering Text Font and Size
6. Moving Text and Altering Line Spacing
7. Copying Text Formats

T0485 - Total Training - Adobe Encore CS4 Essentials

Description: Total Training for Encore CS4 is a quick essential look at creating a DVD workflow. You will learn step by step what you will need to get video burned onto a DVD and displayed on television screens. The series covers everything from importing file types, to building custom menus, and even exporting to flash. Whether you are new to Encore, or just brushing up on a technique, this series is just what you need to get up to speed fast.
Adobe Encore CS4 :DVD Workflow

T0484 - TOTAL TRAINING ONLINE ADOBE PHOTOSHOP LIGHTROOM ESSENTIALS

Ric quickly gets you up to speed, introducing you to the Lightroom Interface and workspace, showing you how to set up your preferences and personalize Lightroom to suit your workflow. You will learn how to import, store and name files using keywords and discover the many features of the Lightroom Library and how to get the most from the Develop Module. Plus, explore all of the export options available using the Slideshow, Web and Print Modules to output your images professionally. This series will show you how to use Lightroom to quickly and efficiently import, manipulate and output your photos with easeтАУ you'll wonder how you ever managed without it.

Note: These tutorials cover topics that are relevant to both Lightroom 1.0 and Lightroom 1.1.
Total Training for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom

Chapter 1: QUICK OVERVIEW OF PHOTOSHOP LIGHTROOM (18 min)
1. Importing Overview
2. Rating & Sorting Overview
3. Develop Module Overview
4. Exporting & Sharing Overview

Chapter 2: SETUP & PREFERENCES (20 min)
1. Creating & Placing a Catalog
2. Setting Preferences
3. Catalog Settings
4. Personalizing Lightroom
5. Notes on Color Management

Chapter 3: IMPORTING PHOTOS (18 min)
1. Import Options
2. Image Storage & Naming Conventions
3. Customizing Presets in the Import Dialog Box
4. Using Keywords upon Import

Chapter 4: THE INTERFACE & WORKSPACES (08 min)
1. Touring the Lightroom Interface
2. The Library View Options

Chapter 5: THE LIGHTROOM LIBRARY (30 min)
1. Library Find Options
2. Modify & Display Options & the Filmstrip
3. Creating a Collection
4. Adjusting the White Balance & Rating Images
5. Adding Keywords & Compare & Survey Views
6. Sorting by Flags & Rating by Color
7. Using the Painter Tool

Chapter 6: THE DEVELOP MODULE (25 min)
1. Navigator, Presets, Snapshots & History
2. Histogram, Basic, Tone Curve & HSL Options
3. Split Toning, Detail, Lens Corrections & Camera Calibration
4. Exploring the Toolbar
5. Processing the Photo
6. Cropping & Retouching

Chapter 7: EXPORTING OPTIONS (10 min)
1. Preparing for Export
2. Exploring Export Options
3. Exporting for Specialized Web Uses

Chapter 8: THE SLIDESHOW MODULE (09 min)
1. Slideshow Options, Layout & Overlays
2. Backdrop, Playback & Create New Preset

Chapter 9: THE WEB MODULE (09 min)
1. Web Image Settings
2. Previewing in a Browser

Chapter 10: THE PRINT MODULE (09 min)
1. Templates, Batch Printing & Contact Sheets
2. Page Setup, Cell Size & Print Job Settings
3. Creating a Poster from a Template
4. Final Comments & Credits

T0477 - TotalTraining Adobe Flex 3 Rich Internet & AIR Applications DVD 1 & 2

Running Time: 10.5 Hrs, 2 DVDs
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Adobe® Flex™ 3 is a cross platform, open source framework for creating rich Internet applications and Adobe AIR™ applications. This in-depth training and its accompanying project work files will show you the evolution of rich internet application using Flex framework, plus how to build applications using the latest Flex Builder™ 3 tool that take the best capabilities of both the desktop and the web.

This series a must-have for any developer looking to fine-tune their skills and enter the exciting new marketplace for developers.

Highlights
Learn how to effectively architect applications that follow best practices to produce maintainable, re-useable software.
Discover how to easily connect your Flex and AIR applications to server side data sources as well as how to manage data effectively on the client following best practices.
Understand how to make the most of and extend the Flex component framework using your knowledge of the Flex class hierarchy.
Find out how to draw using ActionScript 3 and how to apply this program to customize your components using CSS.
Learn how to create native application windows, plus uncover how to access the file system in AIR applications and how to upload a file from a rich internet application.

T0423 - Total Training - Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 Essentials Featuring Windows Forms

Description: These self-guided lessons from Total Training help you increase your knowledge and understanding of Visual Studio. Whether you are looking to stay competitive or just keep up to date on the latest Microsoft technology, Microsoft expert Asli Bilgin shows you just how it's done. With lessons on the basics of Visual Studio, to more advanced techniques on setting up Windows Forms, this series is just what you need to learn all about Visual Studio fast!

T0422 - Total Training - Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 Essentials

Video Training| with Project files

Description: Total Training for Adobe Premiere Pro CS4: Essentials will get you up and running fast as a well rounded editor. After watching this training, you will know all about the Premiere Pro interface, how to import various types of video and other media, plus how to edit your work, and polish your project with graphics. In addition, you'll also learn how to fine tune audio with Premiere Pro's array of audio tools and export your project to DVD or as a media file to be shared on the Internet. This training is just what you need to learn the fundamentals Premiere Pro CS4 fast!

Highlights

• Learn animation basics including keyframing and interpolation.


• Discover best practices for working with masks.


• See how to use the Puppet Tools.


• Get an introduction to working with the 3D Engine.


• Learn about applying layer blending modes.

T0378 - Total Training Advanced Adobe After Effects 7 Pro Broadcast Design Secrets

Title: Advanced Adobe After Effects 7 Pro
Broadcast Design Secrets
Category: Multimedia & Video
Presenter: Dean Velez
Dean Velez has been working in the broadcast design industry for over a decade and has been training professional artists for over 6 years. With 2 Emmys and 7 Emmy nominations for his broadcast design work, Dean's methods are effective, time-tested and proven.
Platform: Windows & MAC OS
Format: DVD-ROM & Online
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Solutions: Multi-User Education Government International

Description: Discover real strategies of broadcast design and how to think like a broadcaster with host Dean Velez, an Emmy award-winning broadcast designer. An advanced approach to common features enables you to create extraordinary and inventive results from simple source materials, with a minimum of time and effort.