Books about The GIMP

Beginning GIMP: From Novice to Professional

Author: Akkana Peck
Format: Paperback, 552pp.
ISBN: 1-59059-587-4
Publisher/Date: Apress/May 2006
Website: http://gimpbook.com/

Description: A complete guide to image editing with the GIMP, beginning with basic photo manipulation procedures, simple drawing and selection techniques, then proceeding to more advanced concepts such as layer masks, color adjustment, blending modes, stitching panoramas, image stacking, and writing simple GIMP scripts and plug-ins. Covers version 2.2 plus a look ahead to 2.4.

The Gimp 2.2 pour PC, Mac et Linux

Author: Julien Pons
Format: Paperback, 300pp.
ISBN: 2746028565
Date: October 2005
Website: http://www.p-n.fr/julienpons/

Description: An in-depth reference for the GIMP that, like the rest of French publisher ENI's Studio Factory series, is aimed at the professional user. This book covers the interface, GIMP functions, and GIMP concepts such as layers and drawables, and also includes a chapter for Photoshop users migrating to The GIMP.

GIMP - Guia do Usuário

Author: André Milani
Format: Paperback, 336pp.
ISBN: 85-7522-077-2
Date: September 2005
Website: http://www.novatec.com.br/livros/gimp

Description: First Brazilian book about GIMP. Features detailed explanations about GIMP and its tools, how to use layers, and includes some tutorials on web graphics and photo retouching.

(A la) SOS GIMP

Author: Cédric Gemy
Format: Paperback, 256pp.
ISBN: 2-9521703-1-2
Date: January 2005
Website: http://www.le-radar.com/

Description: This book in French, released under the Free Documentation License, contains loads of tips and tutorials for the GIMP, as well as giving a thorough tour of the main tools and features. It is in its second edition, and has recently been updated to cover the GIMP 2.2.

Essential GIMP for Web Professionals

Author: Michael J. Hammel
Format: Paperback, 376pp.
ISBN: 0-130-19114-0
Publisher/Date: Pearson Education/April 2001
Website: http://www.phptr.com/essential/gimp

Description: This concise, example-rich guide shows Web professionals exactly how to create high-quality graphics with the GIMP. It delivers no-nonsense, practical coverage based on real-world projects you can see and download from the above mentioned web site. Master layers, selections and masks, text, color management, drawing, painting, image maps, animation, working from scans, using effects and rendering filters - even scripting.

The GIMP Pocket Reference

Author: Sven Neumann
Format: Paperback, 97pp.
ISBN: 1-565-92731-1
Publisher/Date: O'Reilly & Associates, Incorporated/August 2000
Website: http://www.oreilly.com/catalog/gimppr/

Description: The GIMP Pocket Reference explains the numerous features of the GNU Image Manipulation Program - and is the essential guide for designers working in a Linux/Unix environment. This handy reference covers GIMP version 1.2. It explains the function of every menu item and offers tips for everyday use. The GIMP Pocket Reference is available in English, German, Dutch and French versions.

Grokking the GIMP

Author: Carey Bunks
Format: Paperback, 352pp.
ISBN: 0-735-70924-6
Publisher/Date: Pearson Education/February 2000
Website: http://gimp-savvy.com/BOOK/index.html

Description: Grokking the GIMP is for the serious user of the GNU Image Manipulation Program, a premiere digital image editing and painting program. It covers the GIMP in depth, and complex tasks are intuitively presented and explained using an interactive approach. In addition to emphasizing the theory and core concepts of image manipulation, Grokking the GIMP beautifully illustrates the practical aspects of working with digital images. This fully 4-color book presents nine major projects and a collection of many smaller ones that illustrate the core and advanced uses of this powerful open-source application. Numbered steps and an abundance of color images walk the reader through real-world examples of color correction, image enhancement, collage, photo montage, rendering, and web-graphics creation. The entire book is available online at the above mentioned website.

Guerilla Guide to Great Graphics with The GIMP

Author: David D. Busch
Format: Paperback, 370pp.
ISBN: 0-7615-2407-X
Publisher/Date: Premier Press (Prima Tech)/January 2000
Website: N/A

Description: Guerrilla Guide to Great Graphics with the GIMP shows beginning-to-advanced image designers creative ways to transform ordinary images into triumphant prizewinners using the most popular graphics package for Linux. It also shows non-designers how to create or manipulate graphics for many uses. This book is filled with easy-to-follow techniques and tips for using the advanced features that will spark your creativity and lead to amazing graphics.

GIMP - The Official Handbook

Authors: Olof S. Kylander, Karin Kylander
Format: Paperback, 895pp.
ISBN: 1-576-10520-2
Publisher/Date: Coriolis Value/November 1999
Website: The GIMP FTP site

Description: Comprehensively covers the program by teaching readers all aspects ranging from installing, to scripting, to working faster and more efficiently through shortcuts. Thoroughly covers one of the most powerful aspects of GIMP filters, including how to create images invoking Cubism, Van Gogh, embossing, warping, rippling, glass tile, and fractals. While this book does not teach readers how to be artists, it offers plenty of examples to inspire new ideas and grab on to the power and versatility of the application. Gimp: The Official Handbook is written by two Gimp experts and is the most comprehensive source of information available on this freely distributed image-manipulation program for the Open Source community. The only book to teach the entire program, including all built-in filters and third-party plug-ins. Beats the competition by teaching the program from cover to cover. Other books gloss over key features and focus on learning the program quickly, or are theoretical and provide no practical information on the product.The entire book is available online at the above mentioned website.

GIMP Essential Reference

Author: Alex Harford
Format: Paperback, 373pp.
ISBN: 0-735-70911-4
Publisher/Date: Pearson Education/November 1999
Website: N/A

Description: Gimp Essential Reference will show users how to quickly become familiar with the advanced user interface using a table-heavy format that will allow users to find what they're looking for quickly. Gimp Essential Reference is for users working with the Gimp who know what they want to accomplish, but don't know exactly how to do it.

The Artist Guide to the Gimp

Author: Michael J. Hammel
Format: Paperback, 340pp.
ISBN: 1-578-31011-3
Publisher/Date: Specialized Systems Consultants, Incorporated/December 1998
Website: http://www.ssc.com

Description: The Artists' Guide to the GIMP covers all of the basics a new user needs to get started, from detailed descriptions of Toolbox features to using selections to a complete explanation of Layers and Channels. Chapters on color functions and drawing and painting methods show how to make the most of this wonderful alternative to similar applications for other platforms. Several examples of plug-ins high resolution, four-color glossy prints serve as tutorials and inspiration to any reader. Add to these the extensive discussions on printing and scanning, and the result is a text that will be an integral part of any graphic artist's tool chest.