Book Helion GIMP. Poznaj świat grafiki komputerowej. Wydanie II — Helion, 2nd edition, Polish language is a technical manual that presents the GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP) with step-by-step explanations aimed at beginners and hobbyists. The book covers fundamental concepts of raster image editing, introduces the program interface and toolset, and explains workflows for tasks such as selection, masking, layers, color correction and exporting finished images. This edition provides practical examples and exercises to help readers apply techniques in real projects using GIMP.
Advantages
The book organizes material progressively from basic to intermediate topics, offering clear instructions and illustrative screenshots that make it easier to learn GIMP’s tools and workspace. It focuses on hands-on exercises and practical retouching workflows, enabling readers to practice image correction, compositing and exporting. The Polish-language format makes the content accessible to Polish speakers seeking a structured introduction to raster graphics and free image-editing software.
Suitable for
- Beginners learning raster image editing with GIMP
- Hobbyists and photographers who want practical retouching techniques
- Students and self-learners studying computer graphics basics
- Users switching from other editors to free, open-source software
Key specifications
- Language: Polish
- Edition: Second edition
- Focus: GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) workflow and tools
- Coverage: Interface, selection tools, layers, masks, color correction, basic compositing, export options
- Approach: Step-by-step tutorials and practical exercises
How to use
Read chapters in sequence to build skills gradually, following the example projects and completing the exercises included in each section. Open GIMP alongside the book to apply techniques in real time: replicate screenshots, test selection and masking methods, experiment with adjustment tools for color correction, and practice exporting images in different formats. Use the table of contents and index to quickly find topics such as layers or masks when you need targeted guidance.
Usage recommendations
For effective learning, combine reading with hands-on practice: allocate time to complete the book’s exercises, save incremental versions of your files, and compare results before and after applying corrections. Use a recent stable release of GIMP to ensure feature compatibility with the examples shown in the book.
