
Learn how to use the eraser tool in Photoshop 2018, switch between eraser and brush with shortcuts, and adjust opacity, flow, size, and hardness.
Explore how the history panel in Photoshop records every command as a new state, enabling you to undo and redo edits, preview states, and manage non-linear history and state limits.
move, rotate, and scale layers using the transform submenu; duplicate layers to test changes, confirm with enter, and use shift or alt for precise, distortion-free scaling from the center.
Learn how snapping and smart guides in Photoshop 2018 help you align layers precisely, measure distances, and maintain equal spacing using keyboard shortcuts and the free transform tool.
Explore basic selection tools in Photoshop, including rectangular marquee, center-from-center and square shapes, circular/elliptical selections, and single row or column selections; learn to add, subtract, and invert selections.
Harness the select by color range tool to quickly pick areas matching a color, refine with shift to add, alt to subtract, and invert for grayscale effects.
Resize images in Photoshop with the image size dialog, set width to 800 pixels while preserving aspect ratio, then save as a new file to avoid overwriting.
Learn how to use the eyedropper tool to sample colors from your document, set foreground and background colors, compare tones, adjust sample size, and use with brushes.
Apply nondestructive dodge and burn by using separate 50 percent gray layers with overlay blending to brighten and darken areas, and adjust highlights and contrast.
Learn to remove elements with Photoshop's content aware fill using the Edit menu. Create precise selections with safety margins, expand the selection, and mask the layer for seamless results.
Learn to remove unwanted elements with the Photoshop spot healing brush and patch tool. Use the clone stamp and healing brush with the content aware algorithm to blend replaced areas.
Learn how to adjust image color and brightness in Photoshop by applying adjustments directly to a layer (destructive) or via adjustment layers (non-destructive) with masking and editable properties.
Apply a gradient map adjustment layer to colorize an image by brightness, replacing dark tones with the left color and light tones with the right, using presets and soft light.
Learn a quick, non-destructive dodge and burn using two curves adjustment layers. Highlight dodge and burn, apply via blending options, and group them for a controlled, editable effect.
Match colors across Photoshop layers by using color match with a reference image, adjust clarity and saturation, then refine with a curve to harmonize lighting for a convincing composition.
Apply motion blur to the background and spin blur to the wheels in Photoshop 2018 to create a moving-car impression, using masks, smart objects, and layered files.
Before You Start, an Important Notice!
This course was recorded in 2018, so some tools and features may be outdated. At the moment, there are no plans for an update, and it remains available because some people still use older versions of Photoshop. If that’s your case, or if you want to learn the fundamentals of the software, the content can still be very useful for you!
Throughout the lessons, you’ll learn everything from the basic principles of the interface to more advanced Photoshop features. With theoretical explanations and practical exercises, the course covers layers, Blend Modes, selection and masking tools, image adjustments, filters, vector creation and editing, and other essential tools for image editing and manipulation.
Beyond just understanding how each tool works, you’ll see how to apply them creatively and efficiently, developing projects that meet market demands. The course is structured to provide progressive learning, ensuring you build your skills with confidence—whether for photo editing, graphic design, or digital illustration.
If you’re still using an older version of Photoshop or want to learn the basics of the software, this course could be a great option. While it’s not updated for the latest versions, it remains a solid starting point for those looking to explore the possibilities of professional image editing.