Essentials for Adobe Photoshop CC for Beginners

Name: Essentials for Adobe Photoshop CC for Beginners
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The Ultimate Guide to Adobe Photoshop from Beginner to Pro

Created byOmar Moujaes

Last updated 6/2020

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What you'll learn

Understand the basic interface of Adobe Photoshop CC
How to export and save in the program
Get a glimpse of the entire interface and how it works
Use the different tools and features inside of Adobe Photoshop CC
Explore the various effects that the program has to offer such as liquefying, rendering, image adjustments, and so much more
Plan for Adobe After Effects by exploring layering
Understand the puppet and perspective warp tools
Learn the difference between vectors and pixels
Learn how to use guides and rulers in order to improve their artwork
Use the diverse brushes present in the program

Course content

4 sections • 26 lectures • 1h 20m total length

Introduction1:33
Introduction to the course and the instructor. Brief discussion of what is going to be covered in the course.
Downloading and Installing2:29
Downloading and installing the program from Adobe.com; discussing the different plans and prices.
Understanding The Interface5:38
A brief overview of the entire interface, which will get students acquainted with maneuvering around it.
Saving and Exporting3:42
Saving and exporting using a variety of formats.
The Tool Bar11:38
An in-depth look at the tool bar, exploring the specific tools it has to offer.
Vectors vs. Pixels3:51
A brief insight into vectors vs. pixels, and how Photoshop and Illustrator differ in this regard; a discussion about how each program benefits the user differently.
Importing from Adobe Illustrator3:03
Importing graphic elements and turning them into objects inside of Photoshop.

Image and Canvas Size2:39
Discussing aspect ratios and how to change the image or canvas size.
The Artboard2:16
Delving into what the Artboard tool does and how the canvas size can be modified this way.
The Pen Tool2:09
An overview of the Pen Tool and how polygons and shapes can be created using it.
Image Adjustments4:43
Exploring the various adjustments such as exposure, hue, vibrance, and others.
Rulers and Guides2:23
Understanding how to use rulers and guides in order to create more interesting layouts.
Layering1:37
Practicing layering in order to create advanced artwork.
Blend Modes2:20
Learning about the different Blend Modes and where this feature is located inside the program.
Transforming2:39
Practicing transforming objects, images or artwork.
Grouping1:42
An overview of grouping and how it can be used to simplify the artboard.
The Type Tool4:40
How to use the Type Tool to create interesting graphics and titles.
Merging and Flattening1:39
Using the merge and flattening options to reorganize layers.

The Clone Stamp2:25
A more detailed exploration of the Clone Stamp and how it can be used to paint missing information.
Perspective Warp1:59
Creating perspective using this tool.
Liquefying2:14
Exploring the effects by starting off with the liquefying option and going through the various tools it has to offer.
The Effect Gallery2:11
Delving deep into the other effects present in the program.
Filter: Render4:34
Using the Filter: Render options to add certain lighting effects to the image.
Layering For After Effects2:04
How to layer your artboard in order to import it inside of After Effects.

Requirements

Must have Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Illustrator 2017 or later (Previous versions are discussed in the course, however some features might have been changed)
At least 8GB RAM and a decent Graphics Card
Motivation to learn

Description

This course delves into the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop CC, along with some of its integration features with Illustrator and After Effects. Students will go through the process from scratch learning key terminology and industry-standard techniques. Students will be challenged by understanding the process of creating an art-board with several layers, working within a pixel-based software, exploring the various tools and effects present in the program, and finally, exporting and saving. They will explore the entire interface and learn all the tools provided there. In just over an hour, students will also be introduced to liquefying, image adjustments, lighting effects, and the other features present in Photoshop. They will also have gained a solid grasp of the formal devices discussed in the course. Whether you're a beginner familiar with certain aspects about Photoshop, or a complete newbie and haven't touched the program, the course is designed to get you up to speed and prep you for future advanced courses. This course will help with the basic fundamentals, and a future upgrade for the course will be available for students; signing up for this course or any other of the Adobe series will guarantee them a coupon when the new course is uploaded.

Who this course is for:

Graphic Designers
Photographers
University Students
Communication Arts or Film/TV Students or enthusiasts
Filmmakers (Beginners or Professionals)
Anyone curious about learning Graphic Design or Graphics
Anyone interested in understanding Adobe Photoshop

Essentials for Adobe Photoshop CC for Beginners

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Course content

Getting Started7 lectures • 32min

Understanding The Basics11 lectures • 29min

Advanced Tools6 lectures • 15min

Exporting2 lectures • 4min

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