
Explore project zero in Photoshop by merging eight background images into a panorama, then assemble the sky, hill, girl, and balloons and apply textures and curves for a vintage look.
Learn how keyboard shortcuts in Photoshop differ between Mac and PC, and how to substitute command with control and option with alt to use shortcuts effectively.
Learn to navigate Photoshop using the toolbar and panels, then master layers, blend modes, and layer masks while building a full composite image from shoot to edit.
Open three photos in Photoshop, use Camera Raw to adjust white balance and exposure, lower whites and shadows, then merge the three documents into a single image using layers.
Learn to use the apply to layer technique in Photoshop to paint decorations on a new layer and constrain edits to specific shapes like a tree, cloud, or rainbow, non-destructively.
Load sky images into a stack, align them, and apply overlay. Convert the result to a smart object to edit non-destructively and adjust opacity.
Refine complex masks by using dodge and burn tools on layer masks, painting with white and black to sharpen borders and fix details like hair and car edges.
Crop the image to the right size in Photoshop and add texture overlays. Apply blending modes, layer masks, curves, vibrance, and export as JPEG.
Retouch a photograph by converting layers to a smart object, then apply healing brush and patch tool on separate layers to refine skin, blemishes, and imperfections while preserving the background.
Explore adjustment layers in Photoshop to control brightness, contrast, levels, curves, exposure, vibrance, saturation, and hue, with clipping to the layer beneath, masking, and smart object workflows.
Learn to create precise selections with channels, using the blue channel for best contrast, convert it to a layer mask, and refine with select and mask and curves.
Master precise hair selection in Photoshop by using channel masks, curves on masks, and refine with blur, dodge and burn, blending modes, and edge refinement for a natural composite.
Master blending multiple selections into a seamless composite by refining layer masks, adjusting color with hue/saturation and curves, and aligning edges at the neck and shirt fabric.
Learn to convert an image into a smart object, crop and refine layers, and use Liquify to reshape hair and head form for a realistic composite.
Discover how to find and use high quality free stock images from Unsplash for underwater compositing, including choosing backgrounds, bubbles, and tips on JPEG edits and attribution.
Match color tones using a curves adjustment on an adjustment layer, aligning shadows and highlights for an underwater look, then use dodge and burn, blur, and ripple to integrate them.
Create personal art in project 4 using your Photoshop tools, embracing no-rule freedom and your own creative direction. Reflect on what stood out or resonated as you craft original work.
Master Photoshop tools for composite photography and apply skills to advance your career as a composite photographer, while embracing thoughtful reviews.
You’ll create 3 high-end projects in this course that will take you from beginner to expert in Photoshop!
The Everything Photoshop Masterclass will teach you to create expert level composites that will solidify you as a professional photographer and artist.
The course is your path to obtaining the photo-compositing skills that you’ve always wanted! Whether for your own projects or to create art as a professional.
This course will take you from opening Photoshop for the very first time, to creating advanced work and having a deep understanding of Photoshop’s tools and features.
So what else is in it for you?
You’ll gain instant access to all 10 sections of the course.
The course is set up to quickly take you through, step by step, the process of creating 3 different types of composites. It will equip you with the knowledge to create stunning work that will stand out and brand you as a professional photographer!
Sounds too good to be true? I offer you a 30 day full money back guarantee - no questions asked. That’s how much I believe in this course.
Here’s what you get with the course:
You’ll get access to the 10 sections of the course that will teach you the fundamentals of Photoshop compositing from the ground up. The course is supported with over 11 hours of clear content that I walk you through each step of the way.
All at your fingertips instantly.
The course starts with you opening up Photoshop for the first time. We’ll walk through the program together to gain a deep understand of each of it’s menus, tools, and features from the ground up. You’ll never feel lost in Photoshop again.
Next you’ll learn how to use and manipulate layers, layer masks, and blend modes to compose realistic scenes and images from your own photos. Whatever you can imagine, you can create in Photoshop.
Once you have mastered the fundamentals, you’ll learn how to make selections with detail and precision to gain complete control over your work.
Then you’ll master the art of manipulating color, lighting, and filters to make your artwork stand out as professional, high-end work.
You’ll then tackle fine-tuning techniques like texture overlays to make your photography competitive and distinctly artistic.
At this point, you’ll know the tools to create your masterpieces from scratch. The last section will teach you how to apply the skills you’ve learned from the course to make yourself visible as a true artist and professional.
Lastly, we’ll discuss specific tools, resources, and best practices you can use to develop your own unique creative style.
Over the 10 chapters you will learn:
How to navigate Photoshop.
How to shoot photos specifically for compositing.
Layers, masks, and blend modes.
Using Lightroom in the most useful ways possible.
Precise placement of elements from different images to create one seamless work of art.
The principles of retouching, including realistically retouching skin.
Dodge and burn tools to add contrast and dynamic lighting.
Smart filters.
Working with channels.
Blending elements from multiple selections.
How to stand out with your own distinct creative style.
What else will you get?
- Personal contact with me, the course instructor.
- Lifetime access to all course materials, including all downloads and resources.
- Understanding of how professional photography is planned, developed and created.
- Quizzes and exercise worksheets.
This all comes under one convenient easy to use platform. Plus you will get fast, friendly, responsive support from me on the Udemy Q&A section of the course or through direct message.
Photoshop can seem overwhelming, but I will be here for you every single step of the way!
So what are you waiting for? Sign up now and step up your photography today!