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Graphic Design

Learn Adobe Photoshop step by step in this fun and practical course! Start with the basics like editing photos and creating simple designs. Move on to advanced tools like blending images, fixing colors, and using AI for creative projects. By the end, you’ll design posters, photo edits, and professional designs ready for print or web. Perfect for anyone wanting to improve their design skills, no experience needed!

What you will learn

  • Familiarize with the workspace layout, tools, panels, and navigation to efficiently utilize Adobe Photoshop.
  • Learn to crop, resize, and adjust image quality using tools like the Adjustments panel and Spot Healing Brush.
  • Use text and shape tools to design and combine text effects with graphics for posters and flyers.
  • Understand the use of layers, layer styles, blending modes, and layer masks for non-destructive editing.
  • Apply adjustment layers for color correction, exposure control, and creative effects.
  • Blend and combine multiple images, adjust perspectives, and refine selections for complex compositions.
  • Use frequency separation, dodge and burn, and advanced tools for detailed photo retouching and enhancements.
  • Explore creative possibilities with AI tools by generating and incorporating AI-assisted images into projects.
  • Understand image resolution, DPI, and best practices for saving images for print and web use.
  • Demonstrate mastery of Photoshop skills through a detailed composite image, promotional materials, or an advanced photo retouching project.

Course Outline

Lecture 1: Introduction to Adobe Photoshop

  1. Overview of interface
  2. Basic navigation
  3. Creating and opening documents

Lecture 2: Basic Editing

  1. Crop and resize
  2. Adjusting image quality
  3. Basic Retouching
  4. Introduction to Layers
  5. Layer Styles and Blending Modes
  6. Layer Masks
  7. Adding Text
  8. Basic Shape Tools
  9. Combining Text and Graphics

Lecture 3: Intermediate Techniques

  1. Layer Groups and Organization
  2. Adjustment Layers
  3. Selection Tools
  4. Refining Selections

Lecture 4: Enhancements

  1. Combining Images
  2. Adjusting Perspective
  3. Applying Filters
  4. Creating and Using Smart Filters

Lecture 5: Workflow Optimization

  1. Color Correction Techniques
  2. Creating and Using Color Gradients
  3. Brush Tool Basics
  4. Creating Custom Brushes:
  5. Frequency Separation

Lecture 6: Advanced Features with AI

  1. Dodge and Burn
  2. Creating and Using Color Gradients
  3. AI generative tool
  4. Integrating AI image with Adobe Photoshop
  5. AI-generated content

Lecture 7: Professional Techniques

  1. Working with Smart Objects
  2. Creating Complex Compositions
  3. Image Resolution
  4. User Actions
  5. Batch Processing

Requirements

  • Essential equipment includes a computer/laptop, a reliable Internet connection, and recommended softwares like Excel, Google Docs, Spreadsheet, and Chrome.
  • Experience selling on Amazon is highly recommended but not required.
  • Selling on Amazon can be challenging, but it is also rewarding. You will need to be persistent and willing to learn if you want to be successful.