What you'll learn

Concise, well structured, step by step lectures
Suitable for learners who what to learn Photoshop fast and easy
Learn all the skills professionals use
Covers all the essentials plus advanced techniques like Selections, Masks, Paths, Filters and more!
Plus bonus links and resources!

Course content

13 sections • 81 lectures • 4h 20m total length

Course Introduction4:12
This lecture is an introduction from the instructor, teaching style, and a summary of the course.
Introduction to Photoshop3:17
Learn about Adobe Photoshop CC, how to install it, and why to use it.
The Workspace6:10
Learn about the parts of the workspace:

Application Window

Menu Bar

Tool Bar

Tool Options Bar

Panels

Document Window
Customizing the Workspace5:25
Learn how to customize the parts of the workspace:

Docking/Undocking

Expand/Contract

Resizing

Closing/Opening Panel Tabs

Reordering Tabs and Tab Groups
Let's create our Workspace!2:55
In this lecture, we will create the Workspace that we will use for this course.
Photoshop Basics6:44
Learn how to do these basic Photoshop Tasks:

Create a New Document

Saving Documents

Opening Documents

Zoom In/ Zoom Out

Undo/ Redo

Using Rulers

Introduction to Layers1:41
Get acquainted with the three main types of layers in Photoshop - Text Layers, Image Layers, and Shape Layers.
How to manipulate Layers10:01
Learn how to do the following Layer tasks:

Rename Layers

Move Layers

Reorder Layers

Show/Hide Layers

Resize Layers

Adjusting the Opacity

Delete Layers

Copy to other Documents
Layer Groups5:44
Learn how to organize your layers using Layer Groups.

Introduction to Text Layers2:02
Learn about Text Layers and get a summary of what you'll learn in this Section.
How to manipulate Text Layers5:28
Learn how to create, edit, resize, move, and delete Text Layers.
Setting the Type Properties3:44
Learn about leading, tracking, and other type properties in the Character Panel
Applying Layer Styles7:27
Learn how to apply the following Layer Styles to your Text Layer:

Drop Shadow

Outline

Gradient

Inner shadow

Embossed

Patterned background

You'll also learn how to hide and delete Layer Styles.
Perspective Text2:42
Learn how to create a Perspective Text Effect by converting Text into a Path.
Vertical and Stacked Text2:14
Learn to create vertical text using Free Transform. You'll also learn how to create stacked text by using the Vertical Type Tool.
Warped Text2:20
Learn how to create Warped Text using the Text > Warp Text option.
Text on a Circle3:57
Learn to create text on a circle by using the Shape Tool.
Text on a Curve3:30
Learn to create text on a curve using the Pen Tool.
Working with Paragraphs3:34
Learn to create, move, resize, and align paragraphs in Photoshop. You'll also learn how to set the line height and generate dummy text for your design.
Paragraph Inside a Shape3:49
Learn how to make a paragraph fit inside a Custom Shape.
50 Beautiful Free Font Types4:00

Introduction to Image Layers1:50
Learn what Image Layers are, and get a summary of what you'll learn in this Section.
How to manipulate Image Layers4:30
Learn how to do the following with Image Layers:

Create, Delete

Resize,Move and Rotate

Duplicate
Cropping Image Layers5:07
Learn how to crop Image Layers using the Marquee Tool.

You'll learn how to crop using the following shapes:

Rectangle

Square

Circle

Ellipse
Image Border1:04
Learn how to add an Image Border using Layer Styles.
Drop Shadow Effect0:59
Learn how to add a Drop Shadow Effect using Layer Styles.
Black and White1:13
Learn how to apply a Black and White Effect using the Adjustment Layer.
Duotone Image1:10
Learn how to apply the Duotone Effect (image with two colors) using the Adjustment Layer.
Fade to Black1:43
Learn how to make an image Fade to Black using the Gradient Adjustment Layer.
Blending Photos2:21
Learn how to blend two photos using the Layer Mask.

Introduction to Shape Layers0:59
Learn what Shape Layers are, and get a summary of what you'll learn in this Section.
Creating Basic Shapes4:29
Learn how to create the following basic shapes:

Rectangle

Square

Circle

You'll also learn how to adjust the opacity of Shape Layers.
Creating a Starburst2:07
Learn how to create a Starburst using the Polygon Tool.
Creating a Ribbon2:55
Learn how to create a Ribbon by Subtracting Shapes.
Creating a Curved Shape3:18
Learn how to create a curved shape by using the Pen Tool.
Importing Custom Shapes3:09
Learn how to use and import Custom Shapes from the web.
Applying Layer Styles2:16
Learn how to create a border and drop shadow effect on shapes by using Layer Styles.

Introduction to Photoshop Backgrounds0:58
Learn what Backgrounds are, and get a summary of what you'll learn in this Section.
Color Fill Background1:42
Learn how to create a Color Fill Background using the Paint Bucket Tool.
Linear Gradient Background2:10
Learn how to create a Linear Gradient Background using the Gradient Tool.
Circular Gradient Background2:04
Learn how to make a Circular Gradient Background using the Gradient Tool.
Applying Gradients to Layers5:03
Learn how to apply Gradients to Text Layers, Image Layers, and Shape Layers.
Importing Gradients from the Web3:57
Learn how to import Gradients from the web.
Patterned Backgrounds1:46
Learn how to create Repeating Pattern Backgrounds.
Importing Patterns from the Web3:17
Learn how to import and use Patterns from the web.
Applying Patterned Background to Layers2:30
Learn how to apply Patterned Backgrounds to Text Layers, Image Layers, and Shape Layers.
Using Images as Patterned Backgrounds3:14
Learn how to use Seamless Images to create a Pattern.
Applying Texture Overlays2:40
Learn how to apply textures like paper, wood, textile etc. on your Background Layer.
Combining Background Effects2:17
Learn how to add drama to your backgrounds by Combining background effects

Introduction to Photoshop Masks2:45
Learn about Photoshop Masks and get a summary of what you'll learn in this Section.
Creating a Shape Mask5:10
Learn how to create Shape Mask using the Shape Tool and the Clipping Mask.
Creating a Text Mask3:02
Learn how to create a Text Mask using the Text Tool and Clipping Mask.
Creating a Gradient Mask2:59
Learn how to create a Gradient Mask using the Gradient Tool and Layer Mask.
Creating a Brush Mask3:25
Learn how to create a Brush Mask using the Brush Tool and Layer Mask.
Creating a Greyscale Image Mask3:44
Learn how to make a Greyscale Mask using a Greyscale Image and Layer Mask.

Introduction to Layer Selections1:15
Learn about Layer Selections and get a summary of what you'll learn in this Section.
Making Shape Selections3:24
Learn how to make basic shape selections like:

Circle

Oval

Square

Rectangle

Heart
Extracting an Image from a White Background3:08
Learn to extract images from a white background easily using the Quick Selection Tool.
Complex Selections6:12
Learn how to make complex selections easy using the Quick Mask Tool.
Hairy Selections2:03
Learn how to easily make hairy selections using Refine Edge.

Requirements

Familiarity with Windows or Mac environment
A computer that can run Adobe Photoshop CC
A willingness to learn graphic design

Description

This course is for people who want to learn Photoshop CC as quickly as possible. The course lectures are designed to be well structured and straight to the point. This no fluff approach allows you to learn more in less time.

Learn the skills that professionals use:

Get familiar with and customize the Photoshop Workspace
Understand how to design using Layers
Master Text, Image, and Shape Layers
Extract parts of an Image using Layer Selection
Advanced techniques in Photoshop Backgrounds, Brushes, Actions, Filters, and Paths
Plus bonus links and resources!

Photoshop skills are in very high demand

Spending a few hours learning Photoshop is a great investment in yourself. Photoshop experts are in very high demand because Photoshop is synonymous to creating designs in the professional world.

Whether you want to start design career or spice up your current skillset, learning Photoshop is an investment that will payoff for many years to come.

A simple straightforward step by step approach

Unlike many courses you'll find out there, this course was designed to make great use of your time. The instructions are well thought out and straight to the point. Each lecture is designed to teach a specific task in the real world. This task based learning allows to "learn by doing". You'll not only learn what the Photoshop tools are, but more importantly, you'll learn how and when to use them.

Who this course is for:

People overwhelmed with learning Photoshop and want a simpler way to understand it
Web designers who want to learn how to create web graphics
People who want the start a design career
Although this course was designed for accelerated learning, some people might find this approach lacking in personality. Please feel free to look at our sample lectures to see if the structured method of teaching works well for you.

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Course content

Introduction6 lectures • 29min

Photoshop Layers3 lectures • 17min

Text Layers12 lectures • 45min

Image Layers9 lectures • 20min

Shape Layers7 lectures • 19min

Photoshop Backgrounds12 lectures • 32min

Photoshop Brushes3 lectures • 10min

Photoshop Actions4 lectures • 15min

Photoshop Masks6 lectures • 21min

Layer Selections5 lectures • 16min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: