Scanning and Digital Images

Delivery method
Classroom based, maximum 5 delegates

Course description
[b]Introduction[/b]
• Understanding file formats
• Understanding resolution theory
• Dots per inch/lines per inch
• Understanding colour theory

[b]Scanning techniques[/b]
• Scanning into Photoshop
• The scanning options
• Making selections in Photoshop
• Feathering a selection
• Using the Path tool
• Creating clipping paths in Photoshop
• Cropping an image
• Using the magic eraser
• Retouching the edges of pasted objects so that they blend into the background

[b]Manipulating an image[/b]
• Flipping, rotating, skewing and re-sizing
• What you should be aware of before re-sizing an image

[b]Enhancing and retouching an image[/b]
• Lightening and darkening images
• Using levels and curves
• The Healing Brush tools
• The Histogram â€" how to read it
• Adjusting localised areas of an image

Suitable for
This one day course has been designed for anyone who needs to efficiently scan, manipulate, export or print digital images.

Requirements
You need no previous experience to attend this course.