Layers and Layers and Layers

If you work regularly with Photoshop or other graphics software you may deal with layers all the time. But some people shy away from layers or may never have understood how they work. I've rounded up some tutorials and discussions on the basics of working with layers in several popular programs. Add another layer of knowledge to your design skills (OK, I couldn't resist that).

• First off, Liz Masoner gives you an introduction to layers including advantages to using layers when working with digital photography: What Are Layers and How to Use Them.

• Get a quick video introduction to working with Adobe Photoshop Layers.

• Sue Chastain has several tutorials on using layers including Selective Correction With Adjustment Layers and Masks and Layer Transformations in Photoshop.

• At eHow.com you can learn How to Work With Layers in Illustrator.

• Graphics software doesn't have a monopoly on layers. LaurenMarie offers help in Understanding InDesign Layers.

• In It's a Layered Look Jonathan Ferman highlights some uses and benefits of layers in QuarkXPress.