
Welcome to Adobe Photoshop Masterclass! Learn more about this incredible design platform and take your creative skills to the next level. Mike Lanesman has been teaching Adobe for more than 20 years and in this course he will teach you everything you need to know to get started with Adobe Photoshop!
All the lessons in this course have handy 1 page worksheets for you to download and refer to. We've also consolidated all these worksheets into a single workbook that you can download in this lesson and refer to in future as you boost your creative skills. Remember to always pop back into the course and redo the lessons if you need a refresher.
In this lesson, Mike introduces himself and talks to you from the heart about how he teaches, what he teaches and the journey you are on to achieve creative genius. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Mike and develop a trusting relationship with him as your experienced guide on your Adobe journey.
This is your opportunity to share something about yourself with the rest of the students in this course. Tell us all about your goals and what you want to achieve. You can come back to this board and add more thoughts as you go through the course and achieve your goals. Seeing all the other students in the course will also motivate you and keep you going as you participate in this community of learning.
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It’s best to start off your Photoshop workflow using Adobe Bridge as a companion program. Adobe Bridge is a visual file browser which allows you to browse images that you want to open directly to Adobe Photoshop. Let's start with how you can use Adobe Bridge to have a more productive experience of using Adobe Photoshop.
This lesson will walk you through the different parts of Adobe Photoshop. The commonly used and known panels/windows are the Toolbar, Menu Bar, and the Layers Panel. Explore more of Photoshop's interface and know each of their functions.
A workspace is the entire working area of Photoshop. It is a preset arrangement of elements, panels and windows in Adobe Photoshop. Learn how you can use and customize your workspace in Photoshop through this course.
There are multiple Image Adjustment options in Photoshop that you can use to fix the color and tone of your images. One of the most commonly used is the Brightness/Contrast. This lesson will walk you through different Image Adjustment options that you can use to improve the quality of your photos.
Using Levels Adjustment is a professional technique to adjust the shadow areas of an image. The three major areas of image correction using Levels are: shadows, midterms, and highlights. Explore how you can effectively use Levels Adjustment through this course.
One way to fix an underexposed photo is by using the Levels which is one of the Image Adjustment options. This video discusses tips on how to identify if an image has an incorrect color representation and how you can fix it using Levels.
You can use the white point tool from the Levels panel to turn an area of an image into white. You can do the same process for darkening areas but using the black point selection. Learn more through this course!
Curves is very similar to Levels, except it is more precise. Let's deep dive on different techniques to correct color and density of photos using Curves adjustments.
You can equalize or redistribute tonal range in your photos by using Shadow/Highlights. It is one of the Image Adjustment options that you can use to correct color and density of photos.
Vibrance is one of the image adjustment options in Adobe Photoshop. It increases the saturation of muted colors in an image and prevents skin tones from becoming over saturated.
Hue/Saturation command in Adobe Photoshop allows you to adjust the colors in your image based on hue, saturation, and lightness. You can make corrective and creative changes to the colors of any image using this feature.
Hue/Saturation command also allows you to change the color of the image based on your preference. Take this course and find out how you can play and change colors of your photos.
Selection tools allow you to control or exclude certain elements that you don’t want to change in an image. These tools include the Marquee Tools, Lasso Tools, and Quick Selection/Magic Wand Tools. Learn how you can effectively use these tools through this course.
Magic Wand tool is one of Photoshop selection tools which is used to quickly select an object you want to isolate. Just like the Magic Wand tool, Quick Selection tool allows you to delete or edit your specific selections without affecting the rest of the photo.
Vignette is a Photoshop effect which is a great way to bring focus on a certain part of your photo. It adds a subtle effect on images to draw the viewer’s attention. Watch how you can add this effect to your photo with the application of Photoshop's selection tools.
The concept of retouching in Adobe Photoshop entails the removal of unwanted artifacts in an image. One tool that you can use for this is called the Clone Stamp Tool. Learn more from this course.
Spot Healing Brush and Clone Stamp are both Photoshop tools used for removing unwanted objects from your image. The difference is that Spot Healing Brush uses an algorithm to work out the best pixels to use, while Clone Stamp tool requires you to identify the exact sampling detail to be copied.
Patch Tool is a retouching tool that clones larger patches or larger areas of an image. The effect of Patch tool is similar to Spot Healing Brush where it blends new and old pixels by matching their texture, lighting, and shading. The difference is that Patch tool uses selection-defined areas instead of a brush.
Content-Aware Fill and Red Eye Tool are both features of Photoshop that you can use for retouching purposes. Content-Aware Fill allows you to cover areas of the image that you want hidden or removed. On the other hand, Red Eye Tool allows you to fix the glowing red eye color that appears on photos caused by on-camera flash.
Crop tool is a very useful tool for repositioning your center of interest in an image. It allows you to apply the concept of rule of thirds to photos by placing the center of interest to either the left or right third. Watch this video to learn more about the crop tool and the rule of thirds in photography.
Layers work like sheets of stacked acetate for overhead projectors. Layers are used to work on multiple images, adding text to an image, creating layer masks, and adding vector graphic shapes.
This lesson talks about adding a text layer using the Type tool, adjusting the opacity level of a layer, arranging the stacking order of layers, and saving your working file in PSD format.
Some people might think that layer masking is just similar to using Opacity and/or Eraser tool. These techniques are all used to control transparency and hiding areas of an image. The difference is that layer masking is completely non-destructive. Opacity affects the whole layer, while eraser tool causes permanent damage to your image.
This lesson will walk you through the use of Free Transform and creating a layer mask using Quick Selection tool. Layer Masking can be done easily and more precisely if you make use of selection tools like marquee, lasso and quick selection tool.
Select and Mask feature is focused on creating and refining masks. It is most useful when you want to cut out a subject that has a lot of hair stands flowing away in the background.
Some images are captured with huge difference in brightness range or in dynamic range. Layer Masking can also be used to even out the dynamic range in two photographs that has too bright highlights and has too dark shadows. Learn more in this course!
Focus Area is a feature in Adobe Photoshop that allows you to easily select areas of an image that are in focus. It is very helpful when you need to isolate a person or subject from the background.
Soft Focus is a Photoshop effect that is usually used for portraits to add a smooth flowing and soft glow effect. Take this course to find out more!
Adjustment Layers are special kind of layers in Photoshop that applies color and tonal adjustments to your image without making permanent changes to its pixel values. The adjustment rests on its own layer above the image layer.
Blending Modes in Photoshop change the way the layers react with each other. These are effects that you can add to a layer to change it blends with the colors on lower layers. This feature is a very useful in applying overlays and textures without creating layer masks.
Clipping Mask offers a very essential way of controlling the visibility of a layer. It connects multiple layers where the bottommost layer defines the visibility of the clipped layers above it. This is a very cool effect where an image is clipped inside your text!
Photomerge is great feature in Adobe Photoshop that allows you to create a panorama, comparison, and collage. Once the Photomerge process is completed, the images will appear stacked in separate layers. You can invoke this feature from Adobe Bridge, but you can also do it straight from Adobe Photoshop. Learn how you can use this feature by taking this course.
Are you interested in unleashing your creativity and producing stunning designs Do you want to take your graphic design skills to the next level If so then the Adobe 2in1 Masterclass Photoshop PLUS Illustrator course is just what you need
In todays digital world graphic design has become an integral part of businesses and personal brands With so many design tools available in the market it can be overwhelming to choose the right one Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator have been industry standards for years and this course will teach you how to harness the power of these tools to create visually stunning designs
The Adobe 3-in-1: Photoshop, Illustrator PLUS Character Animator course is designed for graphic designers entrepreneurs social media managers marketing professionals and anyone interested in creating captivating designs The course is structured to take you on a journey from beginner to expert with practical assignments and realworld projects to reinforce your learning
You will start by getting familiar with the interface and basic tools of both Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator You will then learn about layers masking and retouching in Photoshop and explore the power of vector graphics typography and color theory in Illustrator Along the way you will also learn how to use advanced techniques to create unique effects edit photos and design logos banners posters and more
Throughout the course you will encounter key subtopics such as photo editing digital painting color grading vector tracing and logo design In addition you will complete various projects and assessments that will test your skills and knowledge These projects include designing a poster creating a digital painting editing a photo designing a logo and creating a vector illustration
Unlike other online courses that only offer theoretical knowledge this course focuses on practical assignments and realworld projects You will also receive a full workbook for the course which consists of all the 1page worksheets for each individual lesson This workbook will be an invaluable resource that you can refer to as you continue to practice and develop your skills
Adobe 3-in-1: Photoshop, Illustrator PLUS Character Animator course is a comprehensive and practical course that will help you unlock your creativity and take your graphic design skills to the next level Whether you are a beginner or an experienced designer this course will equip you with the tools techniques and knowledge needed to produce stunning designs that stand out in todays competitive landscape Enroll now and start your journey toward becoming a design expert
Get instant access to an Incredible 67page workbook on Adobe Illustrator follow along and keep for reference
Introduce yourself to our community of students in this course and tell us your goals with data science
Encouragement and celebration of your progress every step of the way 25 50 75 100
Over 9 hours of clear and concise step by step instructions lessons and engagement
Knowledge Checks to assess your knowledge and skills
What you will learn
Identify the various tools and options available in Adobe Illustrator
Define the different terminologies related to Adobe Illustrator
List the stepbystep process of implementing the key features such as Path Finder Compound Shapes Minus Front Intersect BlackWhite Selection Tool Modify
Learn about the various tips and techniques to work efficiently
and more
Contents and Overview
Youll start with Overview of Adobe Bridge Explore Adobe Photoshops Interface How to Use Workspaces Introduction to Image Adjustments Image Correction Using Levels Use Levels to Adjust Color and Density Part 1 Use Levels to Adjust Color and Density Part 2 Working with Curves Adjusting Shadows and Highlights The Vibrance Adjustment Explore Hue and Saturation Part 1 Explore Hue and Saturation Part 2 The Basic Selection Tools Working with Quick Selection and Magic Wand Create a Vignette Effect Using Selection Tools Remove Objects with the Clone Stamp Tool Photo Retouching Using Spot Healing Brush Working with Patch Tool The Content Aware Fill Red Eye Tool Apply Rule of Thirds Using the Crop Tool Introduction to Layers Working with Layers Getting Started with Layer Masking Deep Dive to Layer Masking How to Use the Select Mask Feature Exploring Dynamic Range with Layer Masking Understand Focus Area with Layer Mask Adding Soft Focus Effect to Portraits Understand Layer Adjustments Working with Blending Modes How to Use Clipping Mask Creating a Panorama Using Photomerge
We will also cover Working with Spin Blur and Path Blur Enhancing Images Using Sky Replacement How to Use Lens Correction Auto Correction Working with Custom Lens Correction and Camera Raw Filter Perform Instant Transformation Using Neural Filter Creating a New Document Configuring Setting Preferences Working on Print Presets Raster Graphics vs Vector Graphics Incorporating Brush Definitions to a Shape Exploring the Graphic Styles Panel Working with Smart Guides and Align Panel Saving Your Illustration Drawing Using the Pencil Tool Working with Rectangle Shape Tool Drawing Using the Anchor Point Tool Exploring the Spiral Tool and Custom Width Profile Creating Illustration Using Pen Tool Part 1 Creating Illustration Using Pen Tool Part 2 Working with Curvature Tool Part 1 Working with Curvature Tool Part 2 Tracing an Object Using Pen Tool Part 1 Tracing an Object Using Pen Tool Part 2 Creating Custom Shapes Using the Shaper Tool Exploring the Join Tool and the Smooth Tool Overview of the Pathfinder Using Pathfinder to Create a Graphic Using Pathfinder to Create an Emoji Cutting a Hole in an Object Using Compound Path
This course will also tackle Adding Custom Colors Through the Swatches Panel Understanding Color Panel and Color Groups Creating Custom Gradients Exploring the Use of Mesh Tool Creating Your Own Swatch LibrariesSaving Your Swatch Libraries Understanding Typography Creating Point Type and Paragraph Type Formatting Text Using the Character Panel Exploring Kerning and Other Formatting Controls Using the Baseline Shift and Character Rotation Formatting Controls Formatting Text Using the Paragraph Panel Manipulating Characters Using the Touch Type Tool Dealing with Overset Text in Adobe Illustrator Understanding Font Pairing Text Wrapping Around an Image Activating Adobe Fonts from Creative Cloud Introduction to Brushes Creating an Art Brush from a Symbol Creating an Art Brush from Shapes Creating an Art Brush from Vector Graphics Applying Brushes to Text Using Images in Art and Scatter Brushes Creating a Pattern Brush Turing an Illustration into Pattern Brush Creating a Calligraphic Brush Creating a Bristle Brush Using Bristle Brush to an Illustration Exploring the Rotate Tool and Reference Point Creating Illustrations Using the Reflect Command Transforming Objects Using the Shear Tool Working with Brush Libraries Making an Artwork Using the Transform Each Command Part 1 Making an Artwork Using the Transform Each Command Part 2
Then we will Working with the Eraser Tool Using the Knife Tool in Illustrations Aligning and Distributing Objects Exploring the Clipping Mask in Adobe Illustrator Using the Type on a Path Tool After Clipping Mask Using Distort and Transform on Text Transforming Basic Shapes Using Distort and Transform Applying Distort and Transform to Custom Shapes Creating an Illustration with Distort and Transform Applying Graphic Styles to Text Envelope and Distort Make with Mesh Envelope and Distort Make with Warp Envelope and Distort Make with Top Object Transforming Objects Using the Blend Command Creating an Illustration with Blend Tool Creating a Logo Design with Blend Tool Designing a Glass Capsule Using the Blend Tool Applying Blend Transformation to Text Exploring the Perspective Grid Tool Envelope and Distort Make with Warp Creating a 3D Graphic with Revolve Tool Using the Revolve Tool to Make Custom 3D Objects Creating a 3D Graphic Using the Extrude and Bevel Tool Making a 3D Text Graphic with Extrude and Bevel Tool Applying Stylized Effects on Text Applying Stylized Effects on Shapes How to Save and Export Your Work Introduction to Image Trace Using Image Trace in Conjunction with Photoshop Creating Portraits Using Image Trace Working in Isolation Mode Working with Path Finder Working with Modifier Keys Create a Compound Path Create an Envelope Distortion Using the Free Form Gradient Create a Perspective Grid Create a Rosette Using the Revolving Tool
Who are the Instructors
Mike Lanesman is your lead instructor a professional making a living from teaching graphics and designAs a graphic design expert he has joined with content creator Peter Alkema to bring you this amazing new course
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