Adobe Photoshop: Master all the Basics in a Weekend! (FAST)

Name: Adobe Photoshop: Master all the Basics in a Weekend! (FAST)
Rating: 4.9 (6 reviews)

Learn essential Photoshop tools: layers, selection, background editing, and more in a fast, beginner-friendly course

Created byDoniyor Mirabdullaev

Last updated 10/2024

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What you'll learn

Master the essential tools of Photoshop — Learn how to use layers, selection tools, brush tools, and more to edit and enhance images.
Create and edit images professionally — Understand how to open, save, and export files in various formats for different purposes.
Remove, blur, and change backgrounds — Apply techniques to remove unwanted objects, blur backgrounds, and create seamless photo edits.
Produce creative effects like double exposure — Use advanced tools and effects to create stunning visuals, including double exposure and blending techniques.
Navigate the Photoshop workspace efficiently — Familiarize yourself with the interface, panels, and settings to enhance your workflow and productivity.
Apply color correction techniques — Learn how to adjust color balance, brightness, and contrast to improve image quality and achieve the desired look.
Utilize text and shape tools effectively — Create visually appealing graphics by incorporating text and shapes, enhancing your designs with professional touches
Experiment with filters and effects — Discover how to apply various filters and effects to transform images and achieve unique artistic styles.
Develop problem-solving skills in image editing — Learn how to troubleshoot common issues in Photoshop and apply creative solutions to enhance your projects.

Course content

9 sections • 28 lectures • 2h 37m total length

How to Open Existing Files and Create New Files3:30
Learn to open existing Photoshop files and create new canvases with custom sizes and presets for landscape, portrait, print, web, and mobile formats.
Fixing the Display of Photoshop to Make It Simple2:45
Reset the Photoshop workspace to match everyone's screen, then focus on essential panels like layers and history to simplify your setup.
Understanding How Layers Work6:59
Explore how layers work in Photoshop, from duplicating background layers and using the move and paint tools to arrange, color, and manage multiple images across a layered composition.
How to Save Files in Different Formats5:44
Learn how to save and export Photoshop projects for sharing, using save as and save copy to produce jpeg or png and psd for editing.

Marquee Tools2:55
Master the marquee tool in Photoshop, using rectangular and circular selections, single row and single column options, and layer via copy or layer via cut results.
Lasso and Selection Tools8:31
Master the lasso and selection tools in Photoshop by selecting and copying image parts with the lasso variants, polygonal and magnetic, and the quick, object, and magic wand tools.
Move and Artboard Tools3:48
Move objects with the move tool to reposition images, duplicate layers, and transform or scale them, while the artboard tool helps manage multiple canvases and export versions efficiently.

Crop Tools5:04
Explore the crop tool in Photoshop, resize and crop. Learn about perspective crop, slice tools, and how these options help prepare images for websites, social media, and banners.
Frame and Eyedropper Tools7:24
Explore the frame tool to insert images into square or circular frames from Adobe Stock, libraries, or local disk, and master the eyedropper, color sampler, ruler, and count tools.
Red Eye, Remove, and Healing Tools5:37
Explore essential Photoshop retouching tools—red eye, spot healing brush, remove, healing, patch, and Content Aware Move—with practical steps to smooth skin and remove unwanted objects.

Different Brush Tools3:52
Master the brush tool in Photoshop to paint with adjustable color, size, and hardness, explore brush types, pencil tool, color replacement, and mixer brush.
Stamp Tool4:12
Master the Photoshop stamp tool, including clone stamp and pattern stamp, learn origin selection, hardness adjustments, pattern usage, and quick selection or object selection, and practice applying these tools.
History Brush and Eraser Tools5:50
Master history brush and eraser tools to restore removed elements, mix colors with the art history brush, and create transparent backgrounds using the background and magic erasers.

Paint Tools3:50
Master the gradient tool and paint tool in photoshop to create gradient effects and color fills across layers. Practice editing backgrounds and colors with eraser techniques for refined designs.
Sections of Blur Tools and Dodge Tools6:17
Master photo edits using the blur, sharpen, dodge and burn, and smudge tools to brighten eyes and refine details, with guided practice on sample images.
Pen Tools and Selection Tools5:23
Master the pen tool for creating shapes and making precise selections, using path and direct selection tools, adding or deleting anchors, and exploring freeform and curved pen modes.

Shape Tools7:04
Learn to work with Photoshop shape tools, creating rectangle, ellipse, triangle, polygon, line, and custom shapes. Adjust color and stroke on separate layers and practice building shapes from scratch.
Type Tools13:40
Master Photoshop type tools by creating text on images, adjusting fonts, sizes, colors, and spacing, using horizontal and vertical type, type mask tools, clipping masks, and 3D text options.
Rest of the Tools Overview4:15
Master the Photoshop toolbar using the hand, rotate, and zoom tools, customize edit toolbar, set foreground and background colors, paint with the brush, and explore screen modes and mask basics.

Color Effects11:26
Master color effects in Photoshop by using layers and folders, applying solid color, gradient, brightness and contrast, levels, color balance, and LUTs like moonlight.
Working with Mask Tools4:35
Learn to use the Photoshop mask tool to hide and reveal image areas, switch between black and white for erase and restore, and refine edges with brush edits.
Blending Options9:13
Explore blending options in Photoshop to enhance text and shapes, adjusting inner and outer bevels, shadows, glows, strokes, gradients, and overlays for various visual effects.

How to Remove Background4:16
Master removing backgrounds by using quick selection or object selection to isolate the subject, refine with the mask, copy to a new layer, and save as a png with transparency.
How to Blur Background3:13
Master background blurring in Photoshop by selecting the subject with the selection tool, inverse selection, applying blur filters, and fine-tuning with the spot healing brush before saving a copy.
How to Change the Background3:56
Change the background by selecting and masking the guy, cut and paste into the Paris background, resize and reposition, adjust colors to match, and apply subtle blurring for realism.

Removing Objects from the Picture8:42
Remove unwanted elements from photos using content-aware fill, lasso and object selection tools, and the stamp tool, while refining selections and maintaining clean edges.
Double Exposure Effect4:42
Learn to create a double exposure by combining a subject with another image using selection, mask, clipping mask, and blend modes like darken and screen, plus color adjustments.
Outro Video: Wrap-Up and Next Steps1:00
Celebrate completing the Photoshop basics course and enjoy unlimited access to revisit lessons. Share an honest review to help others and support future courses.

Requirements

No prior experience with Photoshop is required—this course is designed for beginners.
Access to Adobe Photoshop software (any version will work, but the latest version is recommended).
A computer (Windows or Mac) capable of running Photoshop.

Description

Welcome to "Adobe Photoshop: Master all the Basics in a Weekend!" This course is your fast track to learning the essential tools and techniques of Adobe Photoshop in under 3 hours. Whether you're a complete beginner or someone looking to refresh your skills, this course will guide you through the core features of Photoshop in a simple, step-by-step manner.

In this course, you'll learn how to open and create new files, navigate the Photoshop workspace, and understand how layers work—a fundamental concept in Photoshop. You’ll also get hands-on with the most essential tools, including selection tools like the Marquee and Lasso, the Crop tool, and healing tools. Additionally, we’ll cover advanced editing techniques like removing backgrounds, blurring or changing backgrounds, and manipulating objects to create polished, professional results.

The course is packed with practical activities and assignments to help you apply what you've learned, so by the end of the weekend, you'll be able to confidently edit and enhance images with ease. You’ll also learn how to save your files in different formats, ready for sharing or further editing.

This course is perfect for anyone who wants to quickly master Photoshop, without spending weeks learning the basics. All you need is a computer with Photoshop installed—no prior experience required.

Who this course is for:

Beginners who are new to Photoshop and want a clear, step-by-step introduction to the essential tools and techniques.
Aspiring designers or hobbyists looking to enhance their photo editing skills without overwhelming themselves with advanced features.
Content creators who want to quickly learn how to improve their visuals for social media, websites, or personal projects.
Anyone who wants to learn Photoshop in a short amount of time and apply their skills to real-world projects immediately.

Adobe Photoshop: Master all the Basics in a Weekend! (FAST)

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Getting Started with Photoshop4 lectures • 19min

Essential Photoshop Tools3 lectures • 15min

Editing and Adjusting Images3 lectures • 18min

Painting and Retouching Tools3 lectures • 14min

Advanced Editing Techniques3 lectures • 16min

Working with Text and Shapes3 lectures • 25min

Photo Effects and Enhancements3 lectures • 25min

Background and Object Manipulation3 lectures • 11min

Advanced Effects and Finishing Touches3 lectures • 14min

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