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Chad Neuman
I'm an internationally-published freelance writer and journalist with a master's in journalism and media studies from the University of South Florida. I have experience in copy and layout editing, web design, and visual communication.
I've worked as features editor, supervising layout editor, and copy editor for various newspapers as well as webmaster for the new media department of the News Chief. I've been the internet development director for an advertising design agency, designing web sites, newsletters, and even coming up with a slogan for a Publix/United Way event.
I was most recently managing editor of two international graphic design magazines (helping launch one of them). I am currently an assistant professor of communication, teaching media ethics, journalism, layout and design, magazine design and production, public relations and media advertising writing, writing for digital media, and photography.
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Create Powerful Backgrounds in Photoshop
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on December 1, 2008
Don't let the wrong background ruin an otherwise fine photo. Here's how to remove the original background and create a new one that looks like it came out of a photographer's studio.
Photoshop Graffiti
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on October 20, 2008
Use layer blending modes and some masking to add realistic graffiti to a brick wall.
Tug and Twirl Text in Illustrator
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on September 29, 2008
The sky’s the limit when you convert Illustrator text to outlines. It’s so easy to change each letter’s size, position, and color, and even push and pull letters into fantastic new shapes.
Photoshop How-to: Add Energy and Interest with Layered Images
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on September 9, 2008
By layering thematically related photographs and colored backgrounds and foregrounds, you can create unique imagery for print and Web projects.
Make Vector Splashes
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on August 13, 2008
Get all Jackson Pollock and make a splash -- literally. Then use Illustrator's easy Live Trace feature to bring your art into the digital world.
Transform a Busy Photo into a Strong Silhouette
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on July 30, 2008
When you want a clean, strong image for a print or Web project, use Illustrator to turn a photo into a striking silhouette.
Learn Wedding Photography from the Pros
Features: Written by Chad Neuman on June 25, 2008
What gear do you need? What settings are best? What shots are must-takes? And how do you protect your media and your business? Three professional wedding photographers spill their secrets.
Design Successful Logos
Features: Written by Chad Neuman on June 9, 2008
Three logo designers discuss what goes into designing a logo, including typeface choices, inspiration, and overall branding messages.
Selectively Adjust Color in Photoshop
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on April 23, 2008
To change the hue of only part of an image and not obscure details underneath the new color, try these techniques.
Turn Color Photos into Duotones in Photoshop
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on March 4, 2008
You can transform one photograph into a wide variety of duotones to use in print or on the Web.
Aging Gracefully in Photoshop
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on February 1, 2008
Give new images retro, vintage looks with three Photoshop techniques.
Get the Best Blues in Landscape Photos
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on January 16, 2008
With these shooting tips and Photoshop techniques, the skies in your photos will look their best without detracting from the rest of the image.
Using Public Domain Images for Art
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on September 12, 2007
With the help of Adobe Illustrator, you can adapt fantastic old images that aren't copyrighted and use them for your own projects -- for free!
Create the Layered Look in Photoshop
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on June 20, 2007
Stack several shades of one color to turn a so-so photo into a trendy illustration.
Use Illustrator and Photoshop Together For Unique Effects
How-Tos: Written by Chad Neuman on May 18, 2007
To create a background that looks like Pop art (or a halftone screen!), try this easy how-to.