Photoshop and Photography Digital Art Compositing Course

Learn Adobe Photoshop CC and photography by designing levitation digital art composites from four photoshoots.

Created byChad Neuman, Ph.D., Christine Wozz

Last updated 5/2020

English

What you'll learn

Use effective layering, selections, masking, and other tools to edit photos using Adobe Photoshop.
Take effective photos using appropriate backgrounds, props, and poses.
Exercise creativity in photography and digital art.
Adjust color, lighting, and other effects in Adobe Photoshop for better photos and digital art.

Course content

6 sections • 38 lectures • 3h 36m total length

Introduction to the Course1:27
In this introduction, we introduce ourselves and you learn about this course on photography and Photoshop.
How to Get Adobe Photoshop1:19
I explain how to get Adobe Photoshop, in order to follow along in the course.
Creative Cloud and Mac vs. PC4:59
In this short video, I explain about Creative Cloud versions and some primary differences between the Mac and PC.
Course Overview and Quick Wins: Masking / Levels / Color Overlay for Digital Art14:03
In this video lesson, you'll learn from the overview of the course as well as follow along with a few quick wins using some of the support files. This course has four sections after the introductory section and then a final project section, and each of the four sections have two projects each to follow along with.
Quick Overview of Relevant Photography Terms7:07
In this lesson, you'll learn the fundamental photography terms in the context of digital art in this course, in case you are not too familiar with shutter speed, aperture, film speed, focus, white balance, and modes.
Join Our Facebook Groups for Feedback0:12
Get feedback on your photography and Photoshop effects in our two related Facebook groups.

Vintage Studio Photoshoot Part 1 - The Setup3:41
Christine describes the setup for the photoshoot in this video lesson.
Vintage Studio Photoshoot Part 2 - Coaching Model5:47
You'll learn from helpful tips in this video lesson on taking photos for levitation digital art project.
Vintage Studio Photoshoot Part 3 - Adding Props and Wrap-Up8:34
Learn considerations for adding props to the photo.
Project 1.1 - Getting Started Layering5:05
Learn the foundational technique for layering the photos in Adobe Photoshop for the levitation effect.
Project 1.1 - Selections and Masking17:39
Learn the selection and masking techniques in Adobe Photoshop for levitation technique.
Project 1.2 - Stacking and Masking11:01
In the second project of this section, learn how to stack multiple files easily using a script in Adobe Photoshop and then mask for the levitation effect.
Project 1.2 - Adding and Masking Props7:00
Follow along and add and mask props layers in Adobe Photoshop.
Learn from Other Examples2:10
Review the additional PSD Photoshop files to learn from more examples.

Dunes and Smoke Scene Photoshoot Part 1 - Setup and Coaching Model6:53
In this video lesson, learn from the setup and overview of the sand dunes and smoke scene photoshoot.
Dunes and Smoke Scene Photoshoot Part 2 - Smoke Effect2:44
Learn from the sand dunes photoshoot using special effects.
Project 2.1 - Compositing Globe Photo with Photomerge8:43
Use a photomerge action in Adobe Photoshop to combine photos that are slightly not aligned and then layer and mask photos for levitation effect.
Project 2.1 - Adjusting Light and Color8:09
Learn how to adjust lighting and color in photos once they are layered and masked.
Project 2.2 - Compositing Smoke Photo and Camera RAW Filter Adjustments9:53
Composite photos and then use Camera RAW Filter to adjust color, lighting, and other effects.
Learn from Other Examples1:52
Review the additional PSD Photoshop files to learn from more examples.

University Architecture Photoshoot Overview2:33
In this overview, we introduce the university architecture photoshoot. Using a unique background and taking photos from a lower angle can help with the composition for levitation photos.
Project 3.1 - Compositing Architecture Photo and Layer Blending Modes10:59
Learn how to use layer blending modes and masking in the levitation photos for improved color and lighting.
Project 3.2 - Compositing Architecture Photo with Select and Mask Tool7:29
Learn the Select and Mask technique while compositing a levitation photo.
Project 3.2 - Sharpening Composite Photos3:16
Learn how to sharpen composite photos.
Learn from Other Examples1:38
Review the additional PSD Photoshop files to learn from more examples.

Rundown Building Scene Photoshoot Overview3:49
A few considerations are included for this overview of the rundown building scene photoshoot.
Project 4.1 - Composite Rundown Building Scene with Overlays2:58
Learn how to add color overlays for added interest in composite photos.
Project 4.2 -Composite Rundown Building Scene with Lens Correction4:15
Learn how to fix lens distortion in composite photos.
Learn from More Examples1:13
Review the additional PSD Photoshop files to learn from more examples.

Camera Operation Principles for Final Project, Part 18:47
Camera Operation Principles for Final Project, Part 211:20
Composition Considerations4:05
Learn a few composition considerations when taking levitation photos.
Opening RAW Files and RAW Adjustments11:47
If you take photos in RAW instead of JPEG, be sure to apply any effects consistently before layering.
Tips on Props, Poses, Clothing, and Backgrounds3:50
In this lesson, learn from tips on props, poses, clothing, and backgrounds, for effective levitation photos.
Printing Digital Art Considerations5:32
If you print your digital art photos, then be sure the resolution / pixels per inch is sufficient. I also go over how to preset crop images if there are specific dimensions for the printers.
Final Project Instructions1:40
These are the instructions for the final project in this course.
Conclusion1:05
Congratulations on completing the course!
Bonus: Learn Even More!1:29
Learn even more in my other courses!

Requirements

You should have access to Adobe Photoshop, preferably Creative Cloud.
A camera is required if you want to take your own photos for the final project.

Description

Learn Photoshop and photography by designing levitation digital art!

In this course, you will learn industry-standard editing techniques in Photoshop and learn the fundamentals and beyond for effective photography, all while having fun producing digital art.

You'll learn from our four photoshoots for levitation digital art: a vintage studio, a sand dunes scene with smoke, a university architecture scene, and a rundown building with sparklers.

Each of the four sections has two projects to follow along with, after learning from the photoshoots. This course comes with 16 JPEG images to produce the levitation effect using a variety of techniques, 36 PSD Photoshop files to learn from, and helpful handouts, including a PDF on common Photoshop shortcuts, a PDF on Photoshop file types, and a 21-page PDF on photography fundamentals.

After learning from the four photoshoots and multiple follow-along Photoshop projects in each section, you put what you learned into practice by producing a final project of levitation digital art with your own photos.

Check out the sample videos for more information on the course and our bios for information on our qualifications!

See you in the course!

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Who this course is for:

Anyone new to photography and Photoshop or those who are not new but want to learn more about digital art techniques and principles.
Anyone who wants to create amazing levitation digital art composites using photography and Photoshop!

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Introduction and Overview6 lectures • 29min

Project 1 - Vintage Studio Scene8 lectures • 1hr 1min

Project 2 - Dunes and Smoke Scene6 lectures • 38min

Project 3 - University Architecture Scene5 lectures • 26min

Project 4 - Rundown Building Scene4 lectures • 12min

Final Project9 lectures • 50min

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