I am always amazed by the knowledge and helpfulness of everyone here so here I go again with another Photoshop question. I recently switched to digital but prior to that I used a Nikon N55 often with a Cokin filter system. The main filter I used was one to soften (I think it was actually called a diffuser). It gave a very subtle but appealing tone. Since going digital and getting Photoshop, I love being able to apply effects after the picture is taken but I can't figure out for the life of me how to achieve the same effects with Photoshop (I have CS2 if that helps). I still can't get over how technical PS is. I ordered a Scott Kelby book but even the book goes over my head. If anyone has any good PS books to recommend (for a beginner) I would love to know. Thanks so much in advance....
Lisa