Photoshop

Course Description

Photoshop is an introductory, instructor-led Adobe Creative Suite (CS) course designed for individuals who want to create, enhance, or manipulate images and graphics professionally, and prepare them for print or the web. This course is ideal for learners pursuing careers in graphic design, digital artistry, photo editing, web design, and related fields. It is perfect for creative individuals looking to enhance images and create graphics. This hands-on course builds foundational skills in Adobe Photoshop that are essential in today’s workplace. This practical course covers:

Getting started with Photoshop
Creating basic images
Managing selections and layers
Adjusting and refining images
Managing files for production

Through live instruction and hands-on practice, participants gain introductory Adobe Photoshop skills that bring their creative ideas to life.

Participant Outcomes

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

Understand the key tools and features of Photoshop
Create and build basic images from scratch
Work with selections and layers to control your designs
Edit and repair images while managing colour effectively
Refine your images using layers, Camera Raw, and advanced editing techniques
Import, export, organize, and save your files for print or web

Course Content

Lesson 1: Getting Started with Photoshop

Organize your Photoshop assets using Adobe Bridge
Set up and customize your workspace for efficiency

Lesson 2: Creating Basic Images

Manage image elements and formats
Apply design principles and composition
Work with images from digital devices

Lesson 3: Managing Selections and Layers

Use selection tools to isolate and edit elements
Organize and manage layers for flexible editing

Lesson 4: Adjusting Images

Modify and repair images
Apply colour management for accurate results

Lesson 5: Refining Images

Adjust layers for better control
Use Camera Raw for professional enhancements
Refine images with advanced editing tools

Lesson 6: Managing Files for Production

Import, export, and organize files efficiently
Save images for print, web, or other programs
Ensure your files are ready for any workflow