Advanced Photoshop 2025 (Ultimate Course)

Name: Advanced Photoshop 2025 (Ultimate Course)
Rating: 4.6 (8 reviews)

Learn the art of designing compelling Movie Posters, Flyers, Book Cover, YouTube Thumbnail, Magazine Cover, T-Shirts

Created byWaleed Channa

Last updated 9/2025

English

What you'll learn

You will be able to design epic music flyers, book covers, movie posters, magazine covers, YouTube thumbnails, t-shirts, and wedding Invitation designs
You will have all the research skills to check the demand & supply of top performing & high converting design gigs
You will gain the confidence to dominate your services in the freelance marketplace.
Become proficient in finding the exact & accurate design inspiration from the top design inspiration websites

Course content

3 sections • 67 lectures • 14h 52m total length

Understanding Photohop Interface8:48
Master the Photoshop interface, from the menu bar and toolbar to layers, adjustments panel, and key panels, and learn to create new documents with presets and precise settings.
Using Move Tool, Layer Styles & Auto Selection Option in Photoshop10:19
Master the move tool to position images anywhere on the canvas and understand how layers, auto select, and the eye icon control stacking and visibility.
Re-sizing Basics, Rotating, Flipping Images in Photoshop7:51
Learn to resize, stretch, rotate, and flip images in Photoshop using transform tools, while preserving subjects and canvas proportions. Utilize shift, alt, and Ctrl T for controlled, even transformations.
Use of (Selection Tools) to cut out images in Photoshop14:26
Learn to use the rectangular, elliptical, and single row/column marquee tools to create square, circular, or oval selections and duplicate them with Ctrl J.
Use of (Selection Tools) to seperate subjects from background in Photoshop12:56
Explore lasso, polygonal lasso, magnetic lasso, quick selection, and magic wand tools to separate subjects from backgrounds, duplicating with Ctrl J and moving selections with the move tool.
Use of (Crop Tool) for resizing & adjusting canvas in Photoshop2:14
Master the crop tool in Photoshop to resize images and crop the canvas to 1080 by 1080 for Instagram posts, then use Ctrl T to fit the image.
How to use “Eye Dropper Tool” to pick and apply color in the images4:38
Learn to use the eyedropper tool to pick colors from one image and apply them to other images by filling a new layer and setting blending mode to multiply.
Detailed explaination of (Brush Tool) & how to use it in Photoshop15:29
Explore the brush tool in Photoshop, compare soft and hard round brushes, adjust size, flow, opacity, and rotation, work with layers and multiply blending mode, and load ABR brushes.
Use of “Eraser Tool”4:56
Learn to use the eraser tool in Photoshop, including rasterizing layers, brush options, and adjusting opacity and flow for smooth erasing, with undo tips.
Using “Gradient Tool” in Adobe Photoshop3:42
Master the gradient tool in Photoshop to create linear, radial, angle, reflected, and diamond gradients, customize colors in the gradient editor, adjust opacity, and apply effects on new layers.
Use of “Paint Bucket Tool” in Adobe Photoshop4:18
Learn to use the paint bucket tool, manage foreground and background colors, switch with the arrow, and apply colors with shortcuts like Alt+Backspace and Ctrl+Backspace.
Using “Pen Tool” to make complex & sharp selections10:02
Master the pen tool in Photoshop to create precise selections and custom shapes, tracing paths with curves, converting paths to selections, and separating subjects from backgrounds.
How to use “Type Tool” to write text3:24
Explore the type tool in Photoshop to write and format text with horizontal and vertical options, adjust font, size, color, alignment, and arc style.
Using (Path & Direct Selection Tool) in Photoshop6:35
Master the path selection and direct selection tools to move and refine paths around subjects. Convert the refined path to a selection and adjust anchor points for precise, smooth edges.
How to make shapes using “Shape Tool”9:18
Explore the shape tool in Photoshop, mastering rectangles, ellipses, polygons, and custom shapes with color, stroke, corner adjustments, and loading new shapes for t shirts and posters.

Concept of “Smart object” & why to use it4:34
Learn how smart objects preserve image quality in Photoshop by scaling without distortion, while allowing non-destructive effects like color adjustments and motion blur that can be toggled on and off.
Concept of “Clipping Mask” and its best usage with example5:59
Explore clipping masks to constrain one layer to another's boundaries, such as clipping a circle into a square and creating dripping paint effects using alt and left-click.
Using content aware fill and scale to fill up empty spaces and placing objects7:26
learn to remove unwanted objects from images using content aware fill and content aware scale in Photoshop, including rasterizing layers, sampling areas, and filling gaps for seamless results.
Staying organized by grouping & renaming layers11:08
Group and rename layers, color code Marvel and DC groups, and use auto select to navigate the layer panel for organized design.
Using “Layer Styles” to change colors, add realistic drop shadows15:21
Master layer styles in Photoshop to recolor icons with color overlays and realism via drop shadows, using blending options and group workflow for multi-icon applications.
Concept of using “Layer Mask” to eliminate the struggle of repeated undos19:59
Explore how layer masks enable selective edits, using adjustment layers, clipping masks, and brush masking to apply targeted brightness, color, and effects while avoiding repeated undos.
How to select hairy & furry objects & separate the from background12:52
Learn two methods to remove hair from backgrounds in Photoshop: manual pen tool with Select and Mask, and AI background removal with Photo Room. Suitable for furry subjects.
Concept of “Blending Modes”26:20
Master how Photoshop blending modes control layer interactions to adjust contrast, color correction, textures, shadows, highlights, and creative effects by blending base and blend layers.
Concept of adding “Highlights & Shadows” with example21:56
Master brightness, contrast, and exposure, and use levels and curves to shape highlights, shadows, and midtones in Photoshop. See a practical photo effect example that demonstrates these adjustments.
Using “Hue & Saturation” to change colors and add vibrance with example10:00
Learn how to colorize and adjust colors in Photoshop using hue and saturation, including clipping masks, colorize, select color ranges, eyedropper, solid color, and vibrance adjustments to enhance specific areas.
When to use “Color Balance” & “Selective Color” for color shifting10:05
Shift image colors using Photoshop color balance and selective color adjustments to move from warm to cool tones. Gain fine control over shadows, midtones, and highlights to tailor color shifts.
How to use “Channel Mixer” to make cinematic & dramatic edits using RGB6:17
Explore how the channel mixer adjusts red, green, and blue channels to create dramatic, high-contrast effects. Use a clipping mask and curves to refine the image and achieve cinematic edits.
How to match the subject with the background using “Levels & Curves”10:30
Learn to match a subject to a background in Photoshop by using levels and curves to adjust colors, with a car composite example, clipping masks, and color channel tweaks.
Using “Photo Filter” to add captivating photo effects3:20
Learn to use the photo filter adjustment layer in Photoshop to apply warm or cool color effects, enable clipping mask, adjust density with preserve luminosity, and experiment with sepia.
Using “Gradient Maps” to change colors of highlights & shadows separately3:09
Learn to use gradient maps to colorize highlights and shadows separately in Photoshop, adjust gradients, blend modes, and create vintage two-tone effects for your images.
Best practices to use “Blending Modes” with examples.20:11
Master blending modes in Photoshop to craft realistic effects, using screen, soft light, and color dodge, masks, and hue/saturation to communicate messages and create dramatic composite images.
How to bring energy to visuals using “Blur Effects”6:58
Explore how to add energy to visuals using blur effects in Photoshop, converting images to smart objects and applying motion blur and radial blur to convey speed with realistic shadows.
Concept of “Dual Lightning Effect”4:55
Explore the dual lighting concept in Photoshop, where two lights reflect on subjects—blue and magenta or red and blue—using gradients, overlay or soft light, and light-source brushes.
How to add “Rim Lights” with example12:15
Demonstrate how to create rim lights near a subject in Photoshop, then layer soft lights to simulate dual lighting on portraits.
Concept of “Dual Exposure” with the movie poster example11:54
Create a double exposure poster in Photoshop by blending portrait and background images, using clipping masks, color adjustments, and blend modes, to design movie posters and music album covers.

Flyer Design - Best ways to find perfect design inspiration14:17
Discover design inspiration for a music flyer by exploring Pinterest, his hands, dribble, and 99designs.com, then apply what you learn to your own artwork.
Flyer Design - Preparing canvas, setting up flyer layout & preparing background19:08
Set up an A4 canvas in RGB, establish 1 cm margins, and assemble a layered flyer. Apply a gradient map, masks, and blending modes to polish backgrounds, images, and typography.
Flyer Design - Matching subjects with background, painting highlights etc.24:40
Apply curves and clipping masks to enhance characters, then use color balance and color grading to match subjects with the background, adding edge highlights and glow effects.
Flyer Design - Writing flyer details & adding final touches to the design12:03
Design a music flyer by arranging a main heading, event details, and singer names, then refine colors and typography with Camera Raw for a ready-to-present mockup.
Flyer Design - Putting design into Mockup for client presentation6:26
Export your flyer as a high-quality jpeg with save for web legacy, then place it into a mockup to present to clients, boosting acceptance.
Book Cover - Anatomy of Book Cover Design, Types of Book Cover, Sizes of Book8:59
Explore anatomy of book covers—front, back, spine—and how the title, author name, and focal visuals convey story, covering fiction, non-fiction, biography, autobiography, sizes, and materials like hardcover and dust jackets.
Book Cover - Setting up canvas, adding standard guide layout & sketching story20:10
Design a fantasy fiction book cover in Photoshop by setting up a canvas for front, spine, and back with margins, and sketch a rough concept after client interviews.
Book Cover - Placing the subjects according to the story sketch for the book22:37
Place the book cover background and position the subjects according to the sketch, using layers, masking, blending modes, and selective brightness to create a realistic, layered composition.
Book Cover - Identifying light source to add highlights & shadows on the subject28:03
Identify the sun as the light source and apply highlights and shadows to the book cover subjects—the man, mountains, dragon, and castle—using curves, exposure, and brushes.
Book Cover - Blending subjects with background & finalizing the design for book26:26
Match your subjects to the background by applying color balance via clipping masks to the mountains, castles, and dragon, adjusting reds, yellows, and greens for cohesion.
Book Cover - Adding book cover details, preparing book spine & back of book15:10
Design the spine and back cover in Photoshop by grouping final adjustments, applying masks, adding logo, title, author name, awards, and a readable back summary with contrast tweaks.
Book Cover - Placing the book cover design into a mockup of the book cover4:30
Export your book cover, place it into a mockup using smart objects, adjust the front, back, and spine within the safe zones, and prepare a client-ready presentation.
Anatomy of Movie Poster & Finding design inspiration12:34
Explore the anatomy of a movie poster, cast names, main character emphasis, title, slogan, credits, release date, and background story, plus how to research inspiration via Pinterest, IMDb, and Google.
Action Movie Poster Design (Part 1)30:00
Design an action movie poster in Photoshop by building a cinematic desert chase scene with cops and thieves, using background layers, explosions, masks, blending modes, and color adjustments.
Action Movie Poster Design (Part 2)9:04
Create a bold action movie poster by arranging and resizing sweats and rock imagery, using masks, a curves adjustment layer, and dust elements to add energy.
Action Movie Poster Design (Part 3)25:59
Create an action movie poster by adding light glows to jeep headlights, beams, and dust, then apply the camera raw filter and place white movie credits and cast names.
Putting the Movie Poster on Mockup3:09
Export the design using save for web legacy settings, place it into a mockup via a smart object, center and scale the poster, and present final mockup to the client.
Movie Poster - Researching the design inspiration for the Dr. Strange Poster4:14
Explore creating a Doctor Strange movie poster by researching design inspiration on Pinterest, collecting diverse posters on a board, and applying a double exposure concept learned previously.
Movie Poster - Dr Strange Movie Poster Design Part (1)31:45
Design a two-scene movie poster in Photoshop by separating characters, building a balanced background, and applying masking, color grading, lighting, and glow effects for a Doctor Strange poster.
Movie Poster - Dr Strange Movie Poster Design Part (2)32:09
Design and refine the left half of a Doctor Strange movie poster by isolating the subject, applying glow effects, neon triangles, and magic energy with advanced masking and color adjustments.
Movie Poster - Dr Strange Movie Poster Design Part (3)23:27
Design a two-scene movie poster by integrating an octopus-like creature, a yellow magic portal, glow effects, and separators, using smart objects, layer masks, and color adjustments in Photoshop.
Movie Poster - Dr Strange Movie Poster Design Part (4)10:04
Apply blue and red highlights to tentacles with colorize and saturation, refine with masks, and create a two-scene movie poster using separators, motion blur stones, and soft-light blue accents.
Movie Poster - Dr Strange Movie Poster Design Part (5)12:51
Master the art of designing a movie poster in Photoshop by integrating flying stones with motion blur, color overlays, and layered shadows for readability.
Magazine Cover - Anatomy of Magazine Cover Design, Difference b/w Volume & Issue6:06
Explore the anatomy of magazine cover design for an untapped market, including deck, masthead, dateline, volume vs. issue, lead article, main image, cover lines, barcode, and price.
Magazine Cover - Designing the Magazine Cover33:52
Design a magazine cover in Photoshop by following a client template and guidelines, applying proper layout, margins, typography hierarchy, color rules, and article balance.
Magazine Cover - Designing & Placing the magazine cover on Mockup7:03
Design and place a magazine cover by refining typography, color, spacing, and lead article styling, add drop shadows, and insert it into a mockup via a smart object.
YouTube Thumbnails - Types of YouTube Thumbnails Explained5:46
Explore five types of YouTube thumbnails: story-based, transformation, product or service focused, text-based, and multiple ideas based. Learn how visuals convey concepts, and how thumbnails and titles drive clicks.
YouTube Thumbnails - How to design attention grabbing YouTube Thumbnails29:43
Learn to design a story-based YouTube thumbnail in Photoshop, featuring a sea background, a Titanic scene, dramatic portrait, minimal text, and glow effects to enhance readability.
T-Shirt - Discover the potential of a T-Shirt Design Gig in the freelance market6:15
Explore the potential of a typographic t-shirt design gig in the freelance market, niche down for Fiverr demand, and learn to convert sketches into digital art using typography.
T-Shirt - Designing the Typographic based T-shirt in Adobe Photoshop24:47
Design a typographic t-shirt in Photoshop using mockups, choose the shirt type and color, craft typography for the message 'hold the vision and trust the process', and add icons.
Greeting Card - Discover the potential of a Wedding Invitation Design gig4:47
Niche down from general greeting card design to wedding invitation design to reduce competition on Fiverr and Upwork by targeting wedding invitation and wedding invitation card keywords, networking with photographers.
Greeting Card - Designing the Wedding Invitation Card in Adobe Photoshop32:40
Create a wedding invitation card in Adobe Photoshop by building back and front designs with backgrounds, typography, clipping masks, and smart objects, then showcase via mockups for freelance clients.

Requirements

No design experience required because you'll learn everything that the marketplace wants from you as a designer

Description

Are you a Photoshop user looking to dominate your freelance services? Look no further than this course. With five years of experience in the graphic design niche, I've discovered the most in-demand and high-income design gigs that can make you stand out from the competition.

In this course, you'll learn the top seven design gigs, including flyer design, book covers, movie posters, magazine covers, YouTube thumbnails, t-shirts, and wedding invitation cards.

I'll teach you the tested methods and effective practices to speed up your design process. You'll learn the in-depth anatomy of book covers, movie posters, YouTube thumbnails, and magazine covers, as well as the secrets to design a movie poster like Marvel Studios.

I'll show you how to use storytelling in graphic design to convert your imagination into visual reality. You will get all the PSDs, eBooks & other resources that are used in this course.

Even if you're new to Photoshop, don't worry. I'll explain all the essential Photoshop tools you need to become a pro.

But if you are already familiar with the basics of Photoshop then you can surely skip the first section of this course.

The course has three sections: basic, advanced, and high-income design gigs.

In the first section, you'll learn all the basic concepts and tools to develop a potential knowledge base for the rest of your design career.
In the second section, we'll cover advanced concepts, such as the concept of using a layer mask, identifying the light source and adding custom highlights & shadows, changing & shifting the colors, and making cinematic effects like this using “Channel Mixer”, matching the subject with the background, You will learn the concept of dual lightning effect & rim lights & in the last, you will design the movie poster using the concept of “Dual Exposure Effect” and there is much more you will learn in this advance section of the course. So, check out the course description for a complete list of topics included in each section.
In the third part of the course. You will learn:
- How & where to find the best design inspiration for your project
- You will be explained the in-depth anatomies of the Book cover, Movie Poster, YouTube Thumbnail & Magazine Cover
- How to design music flyers & make them presentable for clients, by adding them to mockup
- How to design a book cover using storytelling and bringing the idea or imagination into visual reality
- You will learn how to design an action movie poster.
- You will learn how to design a Doctor Strange movie poster, and all the exclusive techniques that you can use to design posters like Marvel Studios
- How to design the magazine cover for a business niche
- Crafting the story-based YouTube Thumbnail
- Designing the Typographic T-Shirt
- Designing the Wedding Invitation

After completing this course, you will be:

Able to create epic music flyers, book covers, movie posters, magazine covers, YouTube thumbnails, t-shirts, and wedding invitation designs like a pro!
With our comprehensive course, you will gain all the research skills needed to check the demand & supply of top-performing and high-converting design gigs.
You'll be able to confidently find design inspiration from the top design inspiration websites and master all the tools, tricks, tips & processes required to design any flyer, book cover, YouTube thumbnail, and much more!
Our course will also teach you how to use storytelling skills to bring your client's vision into visual reality whether it's for the book cover, movie poster, magazine cover, YouTube thumbnail, T-shirt, or wedding Invitation design.
You'll even learn exclusive ways to design movie posters like Marvel Studios and have a clear perspective on how to design magazine covers for a business niche.
But that's not all! You'll also understand the types of YouTube thumbnails and when to use them in design, why "Typographic" T-shirt design will always be in demand, and even enter a new untapped market of design gigs for Wedding Invitation Design.

Who this course is for?

Graphic designers who want to level up their Photoshop skills for high-converting design gigs like music flyers, book covers, movie posters, magazine covers, YouTube thumbnails, t-shirts & Wedding Invitation designs.
Anyone who wants to master storytelling skills in graphic design.
Anyone interested in learning exclusive techniques to design movie posters like Marvel Studios
Anyone wanting to peak the level of creativity, brainstorming to explore stunning ideas & concepts.
Anyone who wants to level up their Photoshop skills.

Why this course:

You will get all the PSD's, eBooks & other resources for practice.
Lifetime access to the videos
30 Days- Money Back Guarantee – so Enroll risk-free today.
All-time chat support to your queries so always hit the message box for your smooth design journey.

So, don’t wait for your competitor to kick you, and let’s get enrolled immediately to unlock the doors of forever success today.

Who this course is for:

Graphic designers who want to level up their Photoshop skills for high-converting design gigs like music flyers, book covers, movie posters, magazine covers, YouTube Thumbnail, T-Shirt & Wedding Invitation designs
Anyone who wants to master storytelling skills in graphic design.
Anyone interested in learning exclusive techniques to design movie posters like Marvel Studios
Anyone wanting to peak the level of creativity, brainstorming to explore stunning ideas & concepts
Anyone who wants to level up their Photoshop skills

Advanced Photoshop 2025 (Ultimate Course)

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Course content

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Advance Concepts of Adobe Photoshop20 lectures • 3hr 45min

High Income Design Gigs32 lectures • 9hr 9min

Requirements

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