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Photoshop Essentials (Level 1)

Adobe certified training in Photoshop CS3 at Level 1 (beginner to intermediate). This course is ideal for beginners or those with some exposure to the program.

Level: Beginner/Intermediate

Duration:

2 days

Time:

9am - 4pm

Size:

Max 8 students

Cost:

$880

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About this course

Master Adobe's flagship imaging application by learning expert techniques from professional designers in this hands-on course. Photoshop was pivotal to the birth of desktop publishing and computer-based image manipulation in the 1980s. In recent versions, the program has become both easier to use and significantly more powerful, putting it within reach of new users while remaining the tool of choice for serious graphics professionals working with print, web or video.

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All the major elements of the application will be covered during the course and some of the more advanced (and fun features) will be looked at if time permits. Above all we try and ensure this course is enjoyable while we expose students to the creative pleasures that this powerful program offers. Please note: Photoshop is only part of a print (or screen-based) workflow - albeit a very important one. If you're looking to produce brochures or printed materials, consider InDesign or our Creative Suite Complete course instead of (or as well as) this one.

Assumed knowledge

This course will assume a reasonable level of confidence with either the Windows or Mac interface including menus, palettes and fonts. Some exposure to computer graphics principles will be an advantage but beginners are welcome to attend.

What you will learn

This course will provide you with sufficient knowledge to competently work with Adobe Photoshop. The course will begin with imaging fundamentals, ensuring students develop good habits and workflow techniques before we move onto techniques which unlock the product's more advanced features. While we try not to overwhelm students with this course, we don't shy away from important techniques and features such as layers, masks, selections and channels.

We also look at basic colour theory, as required to develop an understanding of colour balancing and channel adjustments. In all, this is a comprehensive course and students will find the subject matter covered in sufficient detail to develop confidence and become productive as quickly as possible.

Introducing Photoshop

About bitmap images and vector graphics
Photoshop in print, web, video
Understanding the workspace
Quick tour of Photoshop features

Basic Photographic Correction

Straightening and cropping an image
Interpreting tone with the histogram
Adjusting tone with the Levels filter
Using the Curves filter
Using the dodge and burn tools
Adjusting sharpness

Digital Image Primer

Understanding Digital Images
Bitmap and vector graphics
Pixels and samples
Resolution and file size
Print v. Screen images

Tools and Options

Choosing a tool
Selection tools
Heading tools
Brush tools
Vector tools
Other tools
Colour switcher

Colour Theory Primer

Understanding colour
Additive v. subtractive colour
Newton's colour wheel
Using the Adobe Colour Picker
CMYK vs. RGB vs. LAB colour
Adjusting colour
Proofing colour

Adjusting Colour in Photographs

Understanding colour correction
Measuring colour with samples
Using the Hue/Saturation filter
Using the Replace Colour filter
Using the Colour Balance filter

Understanding File Formats

Saving files
Print file formats: JPG, TIFF, PSD, PDF
Saving for Web and Devices
Screen file formats: JPG, GIF, PNG
Embedding colour profiles

Resolution and Compression Primer

Understanding Image Resolution
Samples, dots and pixels
Adjusting image resolution
Choosing the correct resolution for the job
Understanding compression

Working with Adobe Bridge

Understanding Bridge
Selecting and saving a workspace
Browsing folders
Creating favourites
Examining file properties

Viewing Images in Bridge

Working with thumbnails
Batch mode operations
Setting preferences
Viewing metadata
Creating and applying keywords
Filtering the view

Working with Selections

Creating and editing selections
Moving selection contents
Using the magic wand tool
Using the lasso and magnetic lasso tools
Transforming a selection
Combining selection tools
Using the Quick Mask mode

Working with Layers

Understanding layers
Creating and duplicating layers
Rearranging and locking layers
Layer transparency
Working with text layers

Using the History panel

Understanding history
Selecting prior states
Creating a snapshot
Using the History Brush
Creating a document from a history state

Working with Masks

Understanding masking
Saving a selection as a mask
Editing the mask
Disabling and deleting a mask
Loading a mask as a selection

Retouching and Repairing

Using the clone stamp tool
Using the pattern stamp tool
Using the healing brush and patch tools

Painting and Brushes

Using the Brushes panel
Loading preset brushes
Creating custom brushes
Editing custom brushes
Working with scatter brushes
Shape dynamics and jitter
Creating a tool preset

Filters and Fun

Understanding filters
Using the filter gallery
Essential filters: bluring and sharpening
Reducing noise
Fun with the Liquify filter

Completing the Workflow

Additional file formats
Setting up colour proofing
Selecting print options
Previewing and printing
Preparing for InDesign

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Photoshop Masterclass (Graphics)

Adobe certified training in Photoshop CS3 at Level 2 (intermediate to advanced). Take your knowledge to the next level in this one-day course in Photoshop studio techniques for graphic artists and those working in print-based media.

Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Duration:

1 day

Time:

9am - 4pm

Size:

Max 8 students

Cost:

$880

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Advanced Layer Techniques

Layers sets
Layer comps
Blending layers
Layer styles and effects
Merging layers
Flattening layers

Paths and Vector Objects

Understanding objects in Photoshop
Using the Paths panel
Creating a work path
Using path editing tools
Working with custom shapes
Working with vector masks
Exporting paths to Illustrator

Using the Pen tool

Understanding Bezier curves
Anchor points and paths
Drawing straight paths
Drawing curved paths
Editing anchor points

Advanced Tools

Quick Selection tool
Background and magic eraser tools
History Brush tool
Colour sampler tool
Ruler and measurement tools
Clone stamp tool with multiple sources
Colour replacement tool

Painting and Brushes

Using the Brushes panel
Loading preset brushes
Creating custom brushes
Editing custom brushes
Working with scatter brushes
Shape dynamics and jitter
Creating a tool preset

Sorting and Filtering in Bridge

Applying a rating
Sorting images by keywords, date, filename
Building a search query
Saving a search as a Collection
Using the image filter

Using Actions

Understanding Photoshop scripting
Using built-in actions
Loading and saving actions
Automating tasks with actions

Using Bridge Tools

Exploring the Tools menu
Running scripts and batch processes
Creating a PDF presentation
Creating a Photomerge
Creating a Contact Sheet

Working with Bridge Stacks

Understanding image Stacks
Creating an image stack
Applying onion skin transparency
Ungrouping a stack
Adjusting frame rates

Working with Channels

Understanding Photoshop channels
Using colour channels
Masking and alpha channels
Loading channels as selections
Saving selections as channels

Colour Management Essentials

Understanding colour management
Creating a colour-managed workflow
Profiling your monitor
Profiling your digital printer
Getting consistent colour

Colour Profiles and Settings

Understanding colour profiles
Applying colour profiles
Converting to a colour profile
Soft-proofing with profiles
Synchronising colour settings

Advanced Filters and Effects

Working with Smart Filters
Using artistic filters
Lens flare and lighting effects
Using Vanishing Point
Deep etching with the Extract filter

Improving Your Workflow

Essential keyboard shortcuts
Customising menus and shortcuts
Working with tool presets
Using preview modes
Integrating with other Adobe applications

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Photoshop Masterclass (Photography)

Adobe certified training in Photoshop CS3 at Level 2 (intermediate to advanced). Take your digital photography to professional levels with this intensive course in the use of advanced image adjustments, colour correction, layers and studio production techniques.

Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Duration:

1 day

Time:

9am - 4pm

Size:

Max 8 students

Cost:

$880

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Advanced Tone Adjustments

Curves and Levels in 16bit mode
Using Curve presets
Creating custom presets
Adjusting Auto settings
Shadow/highlight adjustment
Exposure adjustment
Brightness and contrast

Advanced Tools

Quick Selection tool
Background and magic eraser tools
History Brush tool
Colour sampler tool
Ruler and measurement tools
Clone stamp tool with multiple sources
Colour replacement tool

Advanced Colour Adjustments

Normalising with white balancing
Understanding colour channels
Balancing colour with Levels, Curves and Balance
Using Photo Filters
Measuring colour with Colour Sampler

Working with Channels

Understanding Photoshop channels
Using colour channels
Masking and alpha channels
Loading channels as selections
Saving selections as channels

Camera Raw Primer

Understanding Raw format
Adjusting images with the Raw dialogue
Adobe DNG format
Understanding colour depth

Basic Adjustments in Camera Raw

Using the Camera Raw dialogue
Using Camera Raw tools
Selecting a colour profile

Advanced Camera Raw

Clipping
Parametric and Point tone curves
Sharpening and noise reduction
Hue, saturation and luminance
Grayscale adjustments
Split toning
Lens correction and chromatic aberration
Adjusting camera profiles

Advanced Layers

Understanding blend modes
Advanced layer masks
Gradient masking layers
Creating fill and adjustment layers
Layer sets and comps

Using Actions

Understanding Photoshop scripting
Using built-in actions
Loading and saving actions
Automating tasks with actions

Converting to Greyscale

Simple mode change
Reducing saturation
Using Convert to Black and White
Removing AB channels from LAB

Advanced Filters and Effects

Working with Smart Filters
Using artistic filters
Lens flare and lighting effects
Using Vanishing Point
Deep etching with the Extract filter

Merging to High Dynamic Range

Understanding High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Shooing for HDR
Preparing for HDR
Creating and HDR image

Colour Profiles and Settings

Understanding colour profiles
Applying colour profiles
Converting to a colour profile
Soft-proofing with profiles
Synchronising colour settings

Advanced Image Correction

Correcting red-eye
Removing blemishes and marks
Correcting lens aberrations
Correcting distortions
Fading back...

Colour Management Essentials

Understanding colour management
Creating a colour-managed workflow
Profiling your monitor
Profiling your digital printer
Getting consistent colour

Improving Your Workflow

Essential keyboard shortcuts
Customising menus and shortcuts
Working with tool presets
Using preview modes
Integrating with other Adobe applications

Optimising Images for the Web

Brief introduction to Photoshop
Imaging essentials
Level and hue adjustments
Saving for the web
Comparing file size and types
Slicing images

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Photoshop Masterclass (Multimedia)

Adobe certified training in Photoshop CS3 at Level 2 (intermediate to advanced). Create perfect images for web, video or any screen-based media in this one-day, intensive workshop. Ideal for webmasters, content managers, designers and developers.

Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Duration:

1 day

Time:

9am - 4pm

Size:

Max 8 students

Cost:

$880

Booking terms and conditions

Canberra
Hobart
Melbourne
Sydney

On Request

Sep

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