Similar to Photoshop and Illustrator, Fireworks is a great software to create and manipulate graphics. It has a lot of features that allows you to easily create web design mockups, logos and vector graphics. If you are just starting with the software, following are some great tutorials to get you started:
A video tutorial with an excellent overview of the CS4 demonstrating creating shapes, the new layout and using smart guides.
Learn how to align text boxes in Fireworks with precision and speed.
3. How To Create A Shiny/Glossy Button:
This step-by-step tutorial walks you through creating a Vista style button using Fireworks. A good overview of how to apply gradients and shadows.
4. Drag and Drop Files in Fireworks:
A quick tutorial on how to drag and drop images into Fireworks from Windows Explorer. No need to go through the lengthy process of opening images anymore.
You won’t believe how simple it is to create a rope in Adobe Fireworks. Good learning on how to use the pen tool.
A video tutorial showing you how to create an image slideshow in Adobe Fireworks CS3 and CS4.
A great video tutorial explaining the basics of color management in Fireworks CS4. Learn how to use the color palette smartly.
An overview of the new layout features including display rulers, tool tips, guides and align panels.
9. How To Integrate Photoshop With Fireworks:
Learn how to bring vector elements from Photoshop to Fireworks and still be able to edit them.
Learn how to insert smart quotes in Fireworks the right way.
11. Using Blending Mode In Fireworks:
Learn how to add effects to photos using different blending modes such as luminosity, multiply, lighten, darken e.t.c.
12. How To Paste Graphic Inside A Vector Shape:
See how to flavor your images by inserting tiny graphics into a vector shape using Adobe Fireworks CS4.
13. Create Text Reflection Effects:
Learn how to make your logo look more attractive by adding a reflection to it.
14. Creating a 3D Ball Graphic:
A simple tutorial that shows you how to create a three dimensional ball graphic with Fireworks. Uses the Ellipse and Gradient tool.
15. Twist and Fade Features in Fireworks:
Learn how to apply the twist and fade techniques in Fireworks to create beautiful graphics. See how a single vector can be converted into multiple ones by using properties like rotation and opacity.
16. How To Create a Drop Down Menu:
Learn how to create a cool navigation menu in Fireworks. You can even enter target URLs right within Fireworks.
17. Importing Photoshop Files Into Fireworks:
This video tutorial shows you how to do that without losing font attributes and layers.
18. Create a Custom Color Palette From an Image:
You want to create a color palette based on an image you like, learn how to do that in Adobe Fireworks.
19. How To Create An Image Reflection:
Learn how to create an image reflection to make your design more stylish and rich.
A step by step tutorial on creating a mirror effect in Fireworks.
21. Using The Rubber Stamp Tool:
Learn how to clone areas of an image using the rubber stamp tool in CS3 and CS4.
See how to add pattern effect to your text to make it look more beautiful.
Learn how to created cool animated GIFs in Fireworks using individual images.
Learn how to modify a gradient by changing its rotation and direction.
Create a 3D sphere in Fireworks by applying and changing the gradient properties.
A very basic tutorial on how to draw different shapes in Fireworks.
28. Create a Rounded Rectangle:
Learn how to create one of the most commonly used shapes.
An introduction to opening documents in Adobe Fireworks.
30. Understanding The Pen Tool:
Learn about one of the most useful tools in Fireworks to create vector graphics.
