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Adobe Photoshop Introduction Masterclass

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£ 750 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Workshop

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    8h

  • Duration

    4 Days

ADOBE CERTIFIED TRAINING

Go from being a novice to mastering the advanced tasks in the leading image-manipulation program. Join us as we show you how to take charge and become a Photoshop power user. Get the know-how you need on photo retouching and much more.

We will guide you on everything from getting started by making simple adjustments and controlling the Photoshop environment all the way up to applying advanced techniques for retouching photos. With our help, you will become confident in using the program's advanced features to produce visual compositions that stand out.

About this course


Our goals are for you to be able to apply a wide range of image adjustments, to understand the advanced features of Photoshop, and to become a confident power user.


This course is intended for digital artists and photographers as well as those who work for advertising agencies, design agencies, marketing agencies, production houses, and specialist corporate departments.

You will need basic PC or Mac skills, including a solid understanding of a computer's operating system (Windows or Mac OS). You will also need to know how to launch a program, create and save files, and copy files from CDs and other media.


Please go to and head to the Photoshop Introduction Masterclass page where you will find a "book this course" link to complete.

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Subjects

  • Web
  • Workflow
  • Camera
  • Photoshop Effects
  • Photoshop
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe
  • Painting
  • Image
  • Retouching
  • Images
  • Selection
  • Pictures
  • Artistic Images

Course programme

This 4-day Masterclass course helps you learn about the tools and features available for power users of Adobe Photoshop. We will help you understand how this industry-leading program takes image manipulation to a new level. We will guide you in learning the work area and making basic adjustments, moving on to more advanced topics such as facial retouching, creating brushes and patterns, and the automation of workflows.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Navigate the Photoshop environment
  • Select parts of an image in several ways
  • Enhance images by using Adjustment Layers, Smart Sharpen and content-aware tools
  • Understand tools used for painting and retouching images
  • Adjust the contrast and brightness of your artwork
  • Fill areas with colour and gradients
  • Blend images to create simple compositions
  • Create type and produce simple adverts
  • Resize images for the web and for print
  • Add, adjust and style both text and layers
  • Warp images and apply other special effects
  • Integrate your workflow with Adobe Bridge
  • Output artwork for the web
  • Prepare images for print
  • Apply advanced facial retouching and manipulation techniques
  • Handle and adjust photos in Camera Raw format
  • Customise and create brushes and patterns
  • Mask and lock parts of an image
  • Automate your workflow with other Creative Cloud programs

This course is the perfect preparation if you plan to take the Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) exam.

The following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking.

Managing the Adobe Photoshop Environment
  • Exploring the Interface
  • Managing Panels
  • Adjusting and Saving your Workspace
  • Zooming in and out and moving around
  • Using Undos with the History Panel
  • Customising Keyboard Shortcuts
Working with Selections
  • Creating Selections using Marquee, Magic Wand, Quick Selection and Lasso tools
  • Adding and Subtracting from a selection
  • Transforming a Selection
  • Modifying a Selection using Refine Edge
  • Saving and Reloading a Selection
Enhancing an Image
  • Cropping an image
  • Using Levels and Curves Adjustment Layers
  • Using Hue/Saturation Adjustment Layer
  • Using Colour Balance Adjustment Layer
  • Sharpening using Smart Sharpen
  • Using improved selecting and masking
  • Selecting using Paths
  • Using Refine Edge
  • Working with content-aware fill
  • Using content-aware healing
  • Using content-aware scaling
  • Using Content-Aware Move Tool
  • Advanced masking with Calculations and Apply Image
Painting, Retouching and creating Artistic Images
  • Basics of Painting
  • Clone Stamp and Healing Brush tools
  • Using the Filter Gallery
  • Customising Brushes
  • Creating your own Brushes
  • Customising Patterns
  • Portrait retouching
  • Skin Softening Techniques for Retouching
  • Sharpening methods
  • Specific colour adjustment
  • Removing unwanted elements
Working with Layers
  • Creating New Layers
  • Transforming Layer Objects
  • Applying Transparency and changing the Blend modes
  • Adding Text
  • Creating Layer Masks
  • Adding Layer Styles
  • Best practice for managing multiple Layers
  • Working with Lock options
  • Creating Clipping Masks
  • Using Smart Objects
  • Using Vector Shape Layers
Working with Colour
  • Choosing colours
  • Using the Eyedropper tool
  • Filling an area with colour
  • Creating gradients
  • Understanding the Colour Settings
  • Working with Image Profiles
  • Using Proof options
  • RGB vs CMYK workflow for print
Adding Type
  • Using the Type tool
  • Formatting Text
  • Adding Layer styles to Text
  • Rasterising text
Checking the Image settings
  • Sizing images for web pages
  • Sizing images for print
  • Resizing images
  • Changing the Canvas Size
Saving images
  • Understanding different file types
  • Saving for Web
Layer Masks
  • Working non-destructively with Layer Masks
  • Creating Layer Masks
  • Editing Layer Masks
  • Creating Fading Effects with Layer Masks
Camera Raw files
  • Understanding Camera Raw
  • Adjusting Raw files
  • Managing Raw files from the same shoot
  • Camera Raw Workflow
  • Creating Camera Raw Presets and Applying them
  • Batch Processing Images with Camera Raw Presets
Streamlining work
  • Creating Actions
  • Using Droplets and Batch processing
  • Using Layer Comps to manage layouts
  • Incorporating Bridge
Image manipulation tools
  • Using Puppet Warp
  • Using Vanishing Point
  • Using Liquify
  • Applying Lighting effects
  • Creating Panoramic images with Photomerge
Preparing images for use
  • Slicing images for the web
  • Creating animated Gifs
  • Preparing Photoshop images to be traced in Illustrator
  • Understanding how Photoshop and InDesign work together

Additional information

The following are provided for your best experience on this course:

All computers for your use with choice of Windows or Mac systems
Small class size (limited to a maximum of 4-8 attendees on all sessions)
Quality reference manual for post course reference to take away with you
6 months post course support to assist you where needed
Official Authorised Certificate for your successful completion of the course
Lunch To give you the most flexible options for lunch we provide lunch vouchers which can be redeemed locally at a number of popular eateries including Pret A Manger, EAT, Starbucks, Tesco, Sainsburys, Boots and Gregs
Refreshments to keep you on top form are available for you throughout the course with a full range of teas, coffees and biscuits
Pads and pens

Adobe Photoshop Introduction Masterclass

£ 750 + VAT