Arts and Design   

Learn how to use Adobe Animate (formerly Adobe Flash) to design interactive animations with cutting-edge drawing tools.

This self-paced course will train you in the basics of Adobe Animate (formerly Adobe Flash). If you're new to Animate, need to update your Flash skills, or want to start designing rich, interactive animations, this course is for you.

You'll explore the Animate CC interface while learning to use the drawing tools through hands-on lessons. By course completion, you will have the skills you need to deliver your interactive animations to any device.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Animate (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn how to use Adobe Animate (formerly Adobe Flash) to design interactive animations with cutting-edge drawing tools.

1. Getting Started
2. Working with Drawing Tools
3. Graphic Symbols and the Library
4. Basic Animation
5. Advanced Animation
6. Button Symbols
7. Movie Clip Symbols
8. Publishing Animate Documents

What you will learn

• Different uses and capabilities of Animate's drawing tools
• Working with Graphic Symbols, Button Symbols, and the Library
• Best practices for animation design and delivery

How you will benefit

• Get comfortable with the Animate CC user interface
• Be able to create production quality animations
• Update your Flash skills to the latest Adobe animation program

Self-Study

Learn how to use Adobe Animate (formerly Adobe Flash) to design interactive animations with cutting-edge drawing tools.

This self-paced course will train you in the basics of Adobe Animate (formerly Adobe Flash). If you're new to Animate, need to update your Flash skills, or want to start designing rich, interactive animations, this course is for you.

You'll explore the Animate CC interface while learning to use the drawing tools through hands-on lessons. By course completion, you will have the skills you need to deliver your interactive animations to any device.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Animate (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn how to use Adobe Animate (formerly Adobe Flash) to design interactive animations with cutting-edge drawing tools.

1. Getting Started
2. Working with Drawing Tools
3. Graphic Symbols and the Library
4. Basic Animation
5. Advanced Animation
6. Button Symbols
7. Movie Clip Symbols
8. Publishing Animate Documents

What you will learn

• Different uses and capabilities of Animate's drawing tools
• Working with Graphic Symbols, Button Symbols, and the Library
• Best practices for animation design and delivery

How you will benefit

• Get comfortable with the Animate CC user interface
• Be able to create production quality animations
• Update your Flash skills to the latest Adobe animation program

Self-Study

This online Adobe Certified Professional course will help teach you how to use Adobe software and prepare you for the Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible
• Adobe Dreamweaver (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Photoshop (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Animate (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Illustrator (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe InDesign (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

There is a strong demand for Adobe Creative Suite skills. In this Adobe Certified Professional course, you will learn five of the most often used Adobe programs: Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Animate (formerly Flash). You will also read short lessons, complete exercises, watch video demos and reviews of exercises, take quizzes and exams, and complete a project.

By focusing on these five programs, you will learn how to put all the parts and pieces together to develop the Adobe Creative Suite skills needed to become a professional in the design field. Becoming an Adobe Certified Professional will show you are ready to amaze clients, employers, and collaborators with proof of your skillset using the world's most creative desktop apps.

Upon completing this course, you will be ready to take the five Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) certification exams. This course offers enrollment with vouchers. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.

1. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. A Quick Overview of Web Development
   2. Getting Started with Dreamweaver
   3. Creating HTML Pages
   4. Links
   5. Images
   6. Lists
   7. Tables
   8. Styling Content
   9. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Final Exam
2. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
   11. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Final Exam
3. Adobe Animate Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting Started
   2. Working with Drawing Tools
   3. Graphic Symbols and the Library
   4. Basic Animation
   5. Advanced Animation
   6. Button Symbols
   7. Movie Clip Symbols
   8. Publishing Animate Documents
   9. Introduction to Adobe Animate Final Exam
4. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Illustrator Environment
   2. Getting Started
   3. Organize a Project
   4. Creating Advanced Illustrations
   5. Advanced Management of Shapes
   6. Working with Type
   7. Manage Project Components
   8. Sharing Your Project
   9. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Final Exam
5. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Environment
   2. Creating a Project
   3. Working with Graphics
   4. Working with Text
   5. Master Pages
   6. Working with Templates
   7. Advanced Techniques
   8. Printing and Proofing a Project
   9. Design Principles
   10. Designing for Web
   11. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Final Exam

What you will learn

• Understand typography and formatting text
• Create and optimize images
• Configure and create web technologies
• Get comfortable with the CC user interface in all five programs
• Work with drawing tools and prepare files for output
• Discover styles and templates
• Obtain skills to work with team projects

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a graphic or web designer
• Prepare yourself for five corresponding Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exams
• Master Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

This online Adobe Certified Professional course will help teach you how to use Adobe software and prepare you for the Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible
• Adobe Dreamweaver (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Photoshop (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Animate (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Illustrator (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe InDesign (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

There is a strong demand for Adobe Creative Suite skills. In this Adobe Certified Professional course, you will learn five of the most often used Adobe programs: Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Animate (formerly Flash). You will also read short lessons, complete exercises, watch video demos and reviews of exercises, take quizzes and exams, and complete a project.

By focusing on these five programs, you will learn how to put all the parts and pieces together to develop the Adobe Creative Suite skills needed to become a professional in the design field. Becoming an Adobe Certified Professional will show you are ready to amaze clients, employers, and collaborators with proof of your skillset using the world's most creative desktop apps.

Upon completing this course, you will be ready to take the five Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) certification exams. This course offers enrollment with vouchers. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.

1. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. A Quick Overview of Web Development
   2. Getting Started with Dreamweaver
   3. Creating HTML Pages
   4. Links
   5. Images
   6. Lists
   7. Tables
   8. Styling Content
   9. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Final Exam
2. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
   11. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Final Exam
3. Adobe Animate Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting Started
   2. Working with Drawing Tools
   3. Graphic Symbols and the Library
   4. Basic Animation
   5. Advanced Animation
   6. Button Symbols
   7. Movie Clip Symbols
   8. Publishing Animate Documents
   9. Introduction to Adobe Animate Final Exam
4. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Illustrator Environment
   2. Getting Started
   3. Organize a Project
   4. Creating Advanced Illustrations
   5. Advanced Management of Shapes
   6. Working with Type
   7. Manage Project Components
   8. Sharing Your Project
   9. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Final Exam
5. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Environment
   2. Creating a Project
   3. Working with Graphics
   4. Working with Text
   5. Master Pages
   6. Working with Templates
   7. Advanced Techniques
   8. Printing and Proofing a Project
   9. Design Principles
   10. Designing for Web
   11. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Final Exam

What you will learn

• Understand typography and formatting text
• Create and optimize images
• Configure and create web technologies
• Get comfortable with the CC user interface in all five programs
• Work with drawing tools and prepare files for output
• Discover styles and templates
• Obtain skills to work with team projects

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a graphic or web designer
• Prepare yourself for five corresponding Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exams
• Master Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

Learn Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop skills and prepare for the Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design exam.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac device. A Chromebook is not compatible.

The processor should be:

• Intel® 7th Gen or newer CPU or Apple silicon M1 or newer for Mac
• Intel® 7th Gen or newer CPU with Quick Sync – or AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series / Threadripper 2000 series or newer CPU for Windows

In addition, the computer should have to a minimum:

• 4 GB of GPU memory
• 16 GB of RAM
• 8 GB of available hard-disk space for installation
• Display of 1920 x 1080 or greater
• Microphone, speakers, and video camera

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems
• Mac: OS 10.8 or later
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible
• Adobe Photoshop (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Premiere Pro (not included in enrollment) * See Premiere Pro system requirements for detailed hardware and software specifications.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader 
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account
• Optional: Digital video camera - like on many modern mobile phones.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online. 

Are you interested in Video Design? Does the power to influence using video content appeal to you? If so, then this course is for you! Video content is used almost everywhere. Successful video editors know how to use their technical skills with precision to tell a story. If you want to become a master storyteller, achieving the Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design credential will help you. Earn the necessary certifications in Premiere Pro and Photoshop Adobe Certified Associate to show you have the editing skills to turn clips into a cinematic original.

Video editing takes source files and manipulates, combines, and arranges them to form a finished project. The result of editing may be a film, a commercial, an instructional video, or any other type of video content you can imagine. Adobe Premiere Pro is a software package for Windows and Mac OS that contains all the tools needed to edit professional-quality videos. Adobe Photoshop is the most popular graphics and photo editing software, according to Statista.

This course prepares you for the Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Photoshop certification exams. If you pass both of those exams, you become Adobe Certified Professionals in Video Design. 

Enrollment in this course includes exam vouchers. The voucher is pre-paid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

1. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
2. Introduction to Premiere Pro Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Introduction to the Premiere Pro Interface
   2. Thinking in Video
   3. Setting Up a Project
   4. Basic Video Editing
   5. Exporting
   6. Clips and Markers
   7. Transitions
   8. Advanced Editing Techniques
   9. Working with Audio
   10. Visual Effects
   11. Color Correction and Grading
   12. Compositing Techniques
   13. Graphics and Titles
   14. Working in the Video Industry

What you will learn

• Understand how to work with Photoshop to edit pixel-based images to use in print, on the web, in video, and in mobile apps
• Gain general knowledge about working in the video industry
• Learn to work with Premiere Pro to create and edit videos

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a graphic designer and/or videographer
• Prepare yourself for becoming an Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design
• Master two of the key programs in Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

Learn Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop skills and prepare for the Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design exam.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac device. A Chromebook is not compatible.

The processor should be:

• Intel® 7th Gen or newer CPU or Apple silicon M1 or newer for Mac
• Intel® 7th Gen or newer CPU with Quick Sync – or AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series / Threadripper 2000 series or newer CPU for Windows

In addition, the computer should have to a minimum:

• 4 GB of GPU memory
• 16 GB of RAM
• 8 GB of available hard-disk space for installation
• Display of 1920 x 1080 or greater
• Microphone, speakers, and video camera

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems
• Mac: OS 10.8 or later
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible
• Adobe Photoshop (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Premiere Pro (not included in enrollment) * See Premiere Pro system requirements for detailed hardware and software specifications.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader 
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account
• Optional: Digital video camera - like on many modern mobile phones.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online. 

Are you interested in Video Design? Does the power to influence using video content appeal to you? If so, then this course is for you! Video content is used almost everywhere. Successful video editors know how to use their technical skills with precision to tell a story. If you want to become a master storyteller, achieving the Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design credential will help you. Earn the necessary certifications in Premiere Pro and Photoshop Adobe Certified Associate to show you have the editing skills to turn clips into a cinematic original.

Video editing takes source files and manipulates, combines, and arranges them to form a finished project. The result of editing may be a film, a commercial, an instructional video, or any other type of video content you can imagine. Adobe Premiere Pro is a software package for Windows and Mac OS that contains all the tools needed to edit professional-quality videos. Adobe Photoshop is the most popular graphics and photo editing software, according to Statista.

This course prepares you for the Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Photoshop certification exams. If you pass both of those exams, you become Adobe Certified Professionals in Video Design. 

Enrollment in this course includes exam vouchers. The voucher is pre-paid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

1. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
2. Introduction to Premiere Pro Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Introduction to the Premiere Pro Interface
   2. Thinking in Video
   3. Setting Up a Project
   4. Basic Video Editing
   5. Exporting
   6. Clips and Markers
   7. Transitions
   8. Advanced Editing Techniques
   9. Working with Audio
   10. Visual Effects
   11. Color Correction and Grading
   12. Compositing Techniques
   13. Graphics and Titles
   14. Working in the Video Industry

What you will learn

• Understand how to work with Photoshop to edit pixel-based images to use in print, on the web, in video, and in mobile apps
• Gain general knowledge about working in the video industry
• Learn to work with Premiere Pro to create and edit videos

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a graphic designer and/or videographer
• Prepare yourself for becoming an Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design
• Master two of the key programs in Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

Learn Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop skills and prepare for the Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Are you interested in Graphic Design? Does visually appealing media catch your attention? If you are ready to take your art to the digital realm, this course is for you. Design skills using Adobe programs are in demand, and this course teaches the three programs focused on visual design. You will build your skills in Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.

You will also be prepared for the Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign Adobe Certified Associate certifications. By earning two of these certifications, you will gain the Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design certification. You will need to obtain one Photoshop certification and either one Illustrator or InDesign certification to qualify for the Visual Design certification.

This course enrollment includes vouchers. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

1. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
   11. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Final Exam
2. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Illustrator Environment
   2. Getting Started
   3. Organize a Project
   4. Creating Advanced Illustrations
   5. Advanced Management of Shapes
   6. Working with Type
   7. Manage Project Components
   8. Sharing Your Project
   9. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Final Exam
3. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Environment
   2. Creating a Project
   3. Working with Graphics
   4. Working with Text
   5. Master Pages
   6. Working with Templates
   7. Advanced Techniques
   8. Printing and Proofing a Project
   9. Design Principles
   10. Designing for Web
   11. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Final Exam

What you will learn

• How to work with Illustrator to create graphics and illustrations
• Methods to use InDesign to create professional layouts and typography
• Best practices with Photoshop for image sizing and editing, and color correction

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a graphic or web designer
• Prepare yourself for the Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design exams
• Master key programs in Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

Learn Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop skills and prepare for the Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Are you interested in Graphic Design? Does visually appealing media catch your attention? If you are ready to take your art to the digital realm, this course is for you. Design skills using Adobe programs are in demand, and this course teaches the three programs focused on visual design. You will build your skills in Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.

You will also be prepared for the Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign Adobe Certified Associate certifications. By earning two of these certifications, you will gain the Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design certification. You will need to obtain one Photoshop certification and either one Illustrator or InDesign certification to qualify for the Visual Design certification.

This course enrollment includes vouchers. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

1. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
   11. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Final Exam
2. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Illustrator Environment
   2. Getting Started
   3. Organize a Project
   4. Creating Advanced Illustrations
   5. Advanced Management of Shapes
   6. Working with Type
   7. Manage Project Components
   8. Sharing Your Project
   9. Introduction to Adobe Illustrator Final Exam
3. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting to Know the Environment
   2. Creating a Project
   3. Working with Graphics
   4. Working with Text
   5. Master Pages
   6. Working with Templates
   7. Advanced Techniques
   8. Printing and Proofing a Project
   9. Design Principles
   10. Designing for Web
   11. Introduction to Adobe InDesign Final Exam

What you will learn

• How to work with Illustrator to create graphics and illustrations
• Methods to use InDesign to create professional layouts and typography
• Best practices with Photoshop for image sizing and editing, and color correction

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a graphic or web designer
• Prepare yourself for the Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design exams
• Master key programs in Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

Learn Adobe Dreamweaver, Animate, and Photoshop to prepare for the Adobe Certified Professional in Web Design exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Animate
• Adobe Dreamweaver
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

First impressions can create interest, grab attention, and a well-designed website can encourage clients to return. So, if you are interested in obtaining the skills to get started in web design, this is the course for you! You will learn three Adobe programs that focus on web design: Dreamweaver, Animate, and Photoshop. Upon completion, you will know how to work with the software applications and be prepared to take the Adobe Certified Professional exam for each. Once you earn the Dreamweaver and either the Animate or Photoshop Adobe Certified Professional certifications, you will also achieve the Adobe Certified Professional in Web Design.

This course offers enrollment with vouchers. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

1. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. A Quick Overview of Web Development
   2. Getting Started with Dreamweaver
   3. Creating HTML Pages
   4. Links
   5. Images
   6. Lists
   7. Tables
   8. Styling Content
   9. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Final Exam
2. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
   11. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Final Exam
3. Adobe Animate Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting Started
   2. Working with Drawing Tools
   3. Graphic Symbols and the Library
   4. Basic Animation
   5. Advanced Animation
   6. Button Symbols
   7. Movie Clip Symbols
   8. Publishing Animate Documents
   9. Introduction to Adobe Animate Final Exam

What you will learn

• Discover how to work with Dreamweaver to define sites, format text, and format pages
• Understand how to work with Animate using drawing tools, graphic and button symbols, and the library
• Best practices to work with Photoshop for image sizing and editing, and color correction

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a web designer
• Prepare yourself for the Adobe Certified Professional in Web Design exams
• Master key programs in Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

Learn Adobe Dreamweaver, Animate, and Photoshop to prepare for the Adobe Certified Professional in Web Design exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Animate
• Adobe Dreamweaver
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

First impressions can create interest, grab attention, and a well-designed website can encourage clients to return. So, if you are interested in obtaining the skills to get started in web design, this is the course for you! You will learn three Adobe programs that focus on web design: Dreamweaver, Animate, and Photoshop. Upon completion, you will know how to work with the software applications and be prepared to take the Adobe Certified Professional exam for each. Once you earn the Dreamweaver and either the Animate or Photoshop Adobe Certified Professional certifications, you will also achieve the Adobe Certified Professional in Web Design.

This course offers enrollment with vouchers. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

1. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. A Quick Overview of Web Development
   2. Getting Started with Dreamweaver
   3. Creating HTML Pages
   4. Links
   5. Images
   6. Lists
   7. Tables
   8. Styling Content
   9. Introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver Final Exam
2. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Exploring the Photoshop Workspace
   2. Image Size and Resolution
   3. Selection Tools
   4. Painting
   5. Retouching
   6. Color Correction
   7. Advanced Layer Techniques
   8. Working with Type and Vector Shapes
   9. Designing for Web
   10. Preparing Final Art
   11. Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Final Exam
3. Adobe Animate Creative Cloud (CC)
   1. Getting Started
   2. Working with Drawing Tools
   3. Graphic Symbols and the Library
   4. Basic Animation
   5. Advanced Animation
   6. Button Symbols
   7. Movie Clip Symbols
   8. Publishing Animate Documents
   9. Introduction to Adobe Animate Final Exam

What you will learn

• Discover how to work with Dreamweaver to define sites, format text, and format pages
• Understand how to work with Animate using drawing tools, graphic and button symbols, and the library
• Best practices to work with Photoshop for image sizing and editing, and color correction

How you will benefit

• Launch your career as a web designer
• Prepare yourself for the Adobe Certified Professional in Web Design exams
• Master key programs in Adobe's Creative Suite, which offers some of the most widely used programs for graphic designers

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

This self-paced course will teach you the basics of working with color in web design.

Color plays an important role in visual communication, especially when designing websites. For web designers, understanding color theory is a key to creating a color palette for UI/UX projects. This self-paced course will teach you the fundamentals of color theory and how to apply this framework to your web design practice.

What you will learn

• About the traditional color wheel and explore color in Adobe Illustrator
• About relationships between colors and how to create a color "feel"
• Basic color theory principles
• About considerations for print and web
• To create a color palette for your project

How you will benefit

• Master the basics color theory in a completely online environment
• Expand your web design skills to UI/UX
• Perfect your use of color in your design projects

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
• Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Recommended: Though they are not strictly required, you will get the most out of this course if you have Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator installed on your computer. These tools are not included with the course.

• Adobe Photoshop (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Illustrator (not included in enrollment)

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn the rules for working with color in UI design projects.

1. Terminology
   1. Color Wheel
   2. Explore a Live Color Wheel
   3. Saturation, Hues and Shades
   4. Exploring Shades and Tints Using Adobe Illustrator
   5. Value of the Hue
   6. Explore a Color Using Photoshop
   7. Color Scheme
2. Building an Efficient Color Theme
1. Triadic Colors
2. Complementary Colors
3. Split Colors
4. Analogous Colors
5. Color Moods
6. Work with Client Color Plans
7. Medium Types
3. Color Theory Principles
1. Complementary Colors
2. Contrasting
3. Vibrancy
4. Monochromatic
5. Work with Color Principles
4. Color Context
1. Mode RGB/CMYK
2. Print or Screen
3. Audience Type
4. Choose Colors for Different Audience Types
5. Scope of Project
5. Implementing Color
1. Create Color Palette
2. Mechanics of a Color Scheme
3. Whitespace
4. Creating an Electronic Color Scheme

What you will learn

• About the traditional color wheel and explore color in Adobe Illustrator
• About relationships between colors and how to create a color "feel"
• Basic color theory principles
• About considerations for print and web
• To create a color palette for your project

How you will benefit

• Master the basics of color theory in a completely online environment
• Expand your web design skills to UI/UX
• Perfect your use of color in your design projects

Self-Study

This self-paced course will teach you the basics of working with color in web design.

Color plays an important role in visual communication, especially when designing websites. For web designers, understanding color theory is a key to creating a color palette for UI/UX projects. This self-paced course will teach you the fundamentals of color theory and how to apply this framework to your web design practice.

What you will learn

• About the traditional color wheel and explore color in Adobe Illustrator
• About relationships between colors and how to create a color "feel"
• Basic color theory principles
• About considerations for print and web
• To create a color palette for your project

How you will benefit

• Master the basics color theory in a completely online environment
• Expand your web design skills to UI/UX
• Perfect your use of color in your design projects

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 11.0 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
• Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Recommended: Though they are not strictly required, you will get the most out of this course if you have Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator installed on your computer. These tools are not included with the course.

• Adobe Photoshop (not included in enrollment)
• Adobe Illustrator (not included in enrollment)

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn the rules for working with color in UI design projects.

1. Terminology
   1. Color Wheel
   2. Explore a Live Color Wheel
   3. Saturation, Hues and Shades
   4. Exploring Shades and Tints Using Adobe Illustrator
   5. Value of the Hue
   6. Explore a Color Using Photoshop
   7. Color Scheme
2. Building an Efficient Color Theme
1. Triadic Colors
2. Complementary Colors
3. Split Colors
4. Analogous Colors
5. Color Moods
6. Work with Client Color Plans
7. Medium Types
3. Color Theory Principles
1. Complementary Colors
2. Contrasting
3. Vibrancy
4. Monochromatic
5. Work with Color Principles
4. Color Context
1. Mode RGB/CMYK
2. Print or Screen
3. Audience Type
4. Choose Colors for Different Audience Types
5. Scope of Project
5. Implementing Color
1. Create Color Palette
2. Mechanics of a Color Scheme
3. Whitespace
4. Creating an Electronic Color Scheme

What you will learn

• About the traditional color wheel and explore color in Adobe Illustrator
• About relationships between colors and how to create a color "feel"
• Basic color theory principles
• About considerations for print and web
• To create a color palette for your project

How you will benefit

• Master the basics of color theory in a completely online environment
• Expand your web design skills to UI/UX
• Perfect your use of color in your design projects

Self-Study

This online Digital Arts Certificate course will help you develop technical skills and creative artistry in digital photography, imaging, and illustration. This course covers Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator and more.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• Basic drawing supplies including pencils and sketch paper.
• A digital camera for photographing drawing work.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator CC (or Adobe Creative Cloud) (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Looking to make your mark in the digital arts? The Digital Arts Online Training course will give you the education you need. You'll gain hands-on experience in fundamental technical and creative skills in digital imaging, traditional drawing, and digital illustration. You will master the intricacies of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, build your understanding of color, and explore the representation of form through vector illustration and drawing.

Hands-on projects focus on core skills and provide you with experience in traditional and digital media. Class assignments include digital imaging, vector drawing, traditional drawing, color and composition, and editorial illustration.

1. Photoshop Basics
2. Color Theory
3. Illustrator Basics
4. Intro to Drawing
5. Illustrator Advanced
6. Drawing I
7. Digital Illustration Advanced

What you will learn

• Demonstrate entry-level professional Photoshop skills and effective decisions in selecting and editing images
• Exhibit a sophisticated use of color and contrast, the ability to research colors and make choices that are appropriate for each client and project
• Create vector art illustrations in Illustrator, using shape drawing and freehand drawing/tracing tools, Pen tool, type tools, and basic effects
• Develop basic line drawings using pencil and paper following the principles of perspective and proportion
• Be able to use color sampling, meshes, blends, masks, 3D tools, and tiles in Illustrator to create both realistic and stylized artwork
• Develop drawing skills that show the ability to analyze a subject, represent realistic form and perspective, manipulate colors, and reflect contemporary stylistic approaches
• Create straightforward, balanced, and stylized icons, sequential illustrations, logos, and editorial illustrations using Illustrator's shape tools, freehand drawing tools, and classic illustration techniques

How you will benefit

• Master Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and use these programs for projects in both your personal and professional life
• Set yourself apart from competitors by receiving a Digital Arts Certificate
• Jump-start your career in graphic design, fine art, visual marketing, and more

Andrew Shalat is an author, designer/illustrator, educator, and Mac expert. Since 1985, he has written hundreds of articles about Macs and has published three books: "How to Do Everything with Online Video," "Do It Yourself Mac Projects," and "MacDesign Out of the Box." He has been a speaker and faculty member of the Macworld Expo since 2001. Shalat is also a regular contributor to design and Mac related sites including Inside Mac Radio, InDesign Magazine, and Creativepro.com, and MacWorld.

Jordon Schranz is a New York/New Mexico-based visual artist, musician, curator, and educator whose work focuses on the idea of social and political interaction and their underlying cultural structures. Jordon earned his BFA in Painting from the Maryland Institute College of Art. Currently he is working in Las Cruces, New Mexico on an extensive project based on security camera footage and themed around issues of privacy and surveillance. In addition, Jordon is an active member of the New York experimental music scene, regularly curating, performing, recording, and promoting avant-rock, free jazz, noise, and experimental music performances in addition to running Tigerasylum. Jordon is the Director of Fine Arts for the Sessions Online School of Fine Arts and an instructor at the Las Cruces Museum of Art and the Preston Contemporary Art Center.

Michael Hamm is a freelance designer and web developer with over a decade of experience in the creative field. Based in Washington state, Michael provides design solutions for clients across the country through his company ClayEdward Design. Prior to working on his own, Michael worked for JPMorgan Chase in Houston, Texas as an interactive designer. His work has been published in various web design books and magazines and he is a regular contributor to Layers Magazine. In addition, he has served as technical editor on several design books published by Friends of Ed. Michael recently co-authored Introduction to Web Design Using Dreamweaver published by Glencoe/McGraw-Hill. Michael is an Adobe Certified Instructor in Adobe Illustrator and has a Diploma in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Houston. Michael is the founder, designer, programmer, and writer of PointsandPaths.com, a website that grew from his passion for illustration software and all things vector.

This online Digital Arts Certificate course will help you develop technical skills and creative artistry in digital photography, imaging, and illustration. This course covers Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator and more.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• Basic drawing supplies including pencils and sketch paper.
• A digital camera for photographing drawing work.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator CC (or Adobe Creative Cloud) (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Looking to make your mark in the digital arts? The Digital Arts Online Training course will give you the education you need. You'll gain hands-on experience in fundamental technical and creative skills in digital imaging, traditional drawing, and digital illustration. You will master the intricacies of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, build your understanding of color, and explore the representation of form through vector illustration and drawing.

Hands-on projects focus on core skills and provide you with experience in traditional and digital media. Class assignments include digital imaging, vector drawing, traditional drawing, color and composition, and editorial illustration.

1. Photoshop Basics
2. Color Theory
3. Illustrator Basics
4. Intro to Drawing
5. Illustrator Advanced
6. Drawing I
7. Digital Illustration Advanced

What you will learn

• Demonstrate entry-level professional Photoshop skills and effective decisions in selecting and editing images
• Exhibit a sophisticated use of color and contrast, the ability to research colors and make choices that are appropriate for each client and project
• Create vector art illustrations in Illustrator, using shape drawing and freehand drawing/tracing tools, Pen tool, type tools, and basic effects
• Develop basic line drawings using pencil and paper following the principles of perspective and proportion
• Be able to use color sampling, meshes, blends, masks, 3D tools, and tiles in Illustrator to create both realistic and stylized artwork
• Develop drawing skills that show the ability to analyze a subject, represent realistic form and perspective, manipulate colors, and reflect contemporary stylistic approaches
• Create straightforward, balanced, and stylized icons, sequential illustrations, logos, and editorial illustrations using Illustrator's shape tools, freehand drawing tools, and classic illustration techniques

How you will benefit

• Master Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and use these programs for projects in both your personal and professional life
• Set yourself apart from competitors by receiving a Digital Arts Certificate
• Jump-start your career in graphic design, fine art, visual marketing, and more

Andrew Shalat is an author, designer/illustrator, educator, and Mac expert. Since 1985, he has written hundreds of articles about Macs and has published three books: "How to Do Everything with Online Video," "Do It Yourself Mac Projects," and "MacDesign Out of the Box." He has been a speaker and faculty member of the Macworld Expo since 2001. Shalat is also a regular contributor to design and Mac related sites including Inside Mac Radio, InDesign Magazine, and Creativepro.com, and MacWorld.

Jordon Schranz is a New York/New Mexico-based visual artist, musician, curator, and educator whose work focuses on the idea of social and political interaction and their underlying cultural structures. Jordon earned his BFA in Painting from the Maryland Institute College of Art. Currently he is working in Las Cruces, New Mexico on an extensive project based on security camera footage and themed around issues of privacy and surveillance. In addition, Jordon is an active member of the New York experimental music scene, regularly curating, performing, recording, and promoting avant-rock, free jazz, noise, and experimental music performances in addition to running Tigerasylum. Jordon is the Director of Fine Arts for the Sessions Online School of Fine Arts and an instructor at the Las Cruces Museum of Art and the Preston Contemporary Art Center.

Michael Hamm is a freelance designer and web developer with over a decade of experience in the creative field. Based in Washington state, Michael provides design solutions for clients across the country through his company ClayEdward Design. Prior to working on his own, Michael worked for JPMorgan Chase in Houston, Texas as an interactive designer. His work has been published in various web design books and magazines and he is a regular contributor to Layers Magazine. In addition, he has served as technical editor on several design books published by Friends of Ed. Michael recently co-authored Introduction to Web Design Using Dreamweaver published by Glencoe/McGraw-Hill. Michael is an Adobe Certified Instructor in Adobe Illustrator and has a Diploma in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Houston. Michael is the founder, designer, programmer, and writer of PointsandPaths.com, a website that grew from his passion for illustration software and all things vector.

This online Digital Game Artist Certificate course will train you to become a professional video game artist by developing core skills for jobs related to Digital Art, 3D Art, Modeling, Character Design, and Environmental Art Design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• 3 Button Mouse (with wheel)
• These supplementary materials are recommended but not required:
  • Pressure sensitive tablet (e.g., Wacom)
  • Quixel Mixer
  • Various thickness black markers
  • Sketching pencils
  • 12 color pack of pens

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Blender 2015 or later
• Adobe Photoshop CS6+ (not included in enrollment) or GIMP/Paint.NET (free)
• Unreal Engine 4
• Unity 5+
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

This online course will train you to become a professional video game artist. Training centers around developing core skills for jobs related to Digital Art, 3D Art, Modeling, Character Design and Environmental Art Design. Once completed, you will have multiple employable skills including modeling game props and characters, importing required elements into game specific software, animation of game assets, and more.

This is a skills-based course which will teach the key components and competencies needed to excel in positions related to 3D Art for Games and Environmental Art for Games. That said, beyond software and game related techniques, the course touches on just about everything, including general design and concept art. You will learn the fundamental principles of what makes good art great and the key social aspects needed for continued growth and professional development.

1. 3D Modeling I
   1. Getting Started
   2. Basic Blender Interface
   3. Viewport Configuration and Layout
   4. Display Settings and Menu Rollouts
   5. Select, Undo/Redo, and Space Search
   6. Rendering an Image
   7. Viewport Controls and Settings
   8. Transforms and User Preferences
   9. Select and Deselect
   10. Primitives
   11. Append
   12. Primitive Properties
   13. 3D Cursor and Object Position
   14. Edit and Object Mode
   15. Grease Pencil
   16. Pivots and Object Origin
   17. 3D Cursor
   18. Transform Orientation and Duplicate
   19. Polygon, Vertex, and Edge
   20. Object Mode Keys
   21. Edit Mode Keys
   22. Limit Selection to Visible
   23. Viewport Shading and Smoothing
   24. Insert, Delete, Dissolve Edge
   25. Edge Split and Create Edge
   26. Merge
   27. User Preferences and Key Commands
   28. Outliner
   29. Modifiers
   30. Piling Modifiers
   31. Snaps (Edit and Object Mode)
   32. Snap to Grid
   33. Splines
   34. Rendering Splines
   35. Splines in Edit Mode
   36. Curve Modifier
   37. Path Deform Process
   38. Bevel with Contour Controls
   39. Lathe
   40. Mirror and Symmetrize
   41. Insert
   42. Intersect Tool
   43. Fill, Bridge, and Grid Fill
   44. Bend
   45. Pivot Positioning
   46. Fill
   47. Grease Pencil Revisited
   48. Duplicate and Linked Duplicate
   49. Appending and Saving Selected
   50. Layers
   51. Boolean
   52. Smooth Shading
   53. Arrays
   54. Solidify
   55. Subdivide
   56. Proportional Editing
   57. Mesh Deform
   58. Basic Light Settings
   59. Basic Edge Placement for Sub D Surfaces
   60. Final Practical
2. Elements of Visual Design
   1. Getting Started
   2. Balance
   3. Unity
   4. Gradation
   5. Harmony
   6. Dominance
   7. Repetition
   8. Contrast
   9. Gestalt
   10. Space
   11. Symmetry and Asymmetry
   12. Gathering and Filtering
   13. Style Guides
   14. Form and Structure
   15. Silhouette and Visual Reference
   16. Tonal Studies
   17. Light
   18. Ball Study
   19. Visual Depth
   20. Tactile Texture / Visual Texture / Pattern
   21. Volume
   22. Visual Narrative I
   23. Visual Narrative II
   24. Final Practical
3. Texture Maps and Digital Painting
   1. Getting Started
   2. Photoshop Texture Maps
   3. Custom Brushes
   4. Style Sheets and Ortho Concepts
   5. Creature Design
   6. DDO, NDO, and 3DO in Photoshop
   7. Quixel
   8. Map Types
   9. What is Physically Based Rendering?
   10. Ambient Occlusion (AO) Maps
   11. ID Maps
   12. Using the Quixel Suite
   13. Using NDO I
   14. Using 3DO I
   15. NDO Practical
   16. Accessing Material ID Links
   17. Using DDO I
   18. Saving DDO Smart Materials
   19. Using DDO II
   20. Using DDO III
   21. Create Base (Albedo / Specular / Reflection / AO / Normal)
   22. Lowering Preview Resolution and Viewing IDs in Real-Time
   23. Combining Normal Information
   24. Layers and Blending Modes in DDO
   25. The Mask Editor and Mask Paint
   26. Brush Combining in Photoshop and Blender
   27. Grouping Layers
   28. Final Practical
4. 3D Modeling II
   1. Getting Started
   2. Basic Photoshop
   3. Tile Texture
   4. Wacom Tablet Properties
   5. Layers
   6. Lights
   7. Sizing and Saving Texture Maps
   8. Texel Density
   9. Basic UV Unwrap
   10. The UV Editor
   11. Adding Maps to Objects
   12. Auto and Smart Unwrap
   13. To Sphere
   14. Unwrap Follow Active Quads
   15. Setting Seams for UVW Unwrap
   16. Smoothing and UV Elements
   17. Element Selection
   18. Positioning of Unwrap Elements
   19. Weld, Stitch, and Breaking UV Elements
   20. Relaxing UV Vertices and Elements
   21. Packing UV Elements
   22. Mesh Smooth and Edge Crease
   23. Cycles in Blender
   24. Texture Paint
   25. Basic Sculpt
   26. Baking ID Maps
   27. Baked Textures
   28. Creating Normal Maps
   29. Sub-D Modeling Intro
   30. Final Practical
5. Elements of Digital Design
   1. Getting Started
   2. Stylized 3d Character
   3. Man Made Prop
   4. 3d Tree
   5. Underwater Vehicle
6. 3D Modeling III
   1. Getting Started
   2. Anatomy (Hands)
   3. Anatomy (Feet)
   4. Anatomy (Head)
   5. Anatomy (Arm, Leg)
   6. Anatomy (Chest, Back)
   7. Anatomy (Creature - Cat)
   8. Anatomy (Creature - Horse)
   9. Anatomy (Bird)
   10. Anatomy (Creature - Dinosaur)
   11. Anatomy (Structural Design - Wings)
   12. Edge Flow, Relaxed Edge Flow
   13. Anatomy and Edge Flow
   14. Supporting Edges (Structural)
   15. Supporting Edges (Curved Mesh)
   16. Mirror and Edge Flow
   17. Weighted Vertices
   18. Armature in 3d (Skin Modifier)
   19. Edge Flow for Animated Meshes
   20. Fixing Texture Seams
   21. Digital Sculpting
   22. Solidify to Set Up Clothing
   23. Script UV Squares Master
   24. Script Mesh Align to G Pencil
   25. Final Practical
7. 3D Sculpture
   1. Getting Started
   2. Orthographic Planes
   3. Alpha Settings and Transparency
   4. X-Ray
   5. Blocking Out the Leg
   6. Adding the Mirror Modifier
   7. Defining the Back of the Neck
   8. Creating the Feet
   9. Creating the Head I
   10. Creating the Head II
   11. Creating the Hands I
   12. Creating the Hands II
   13. Creating the Arms
   14. Creating the Toes
   15. Eyes and Teeth
   16. Final Base Mesh (Ready for Sculpt)
   17. The Multiresolution Modifier
   18. Setting Up the Sculpt Menu
   19. Laying Down Clay Strips
   20. Refining the Sculpt
   21. Sculpting Details
   22. Duplicate Mesh, Create Low and High Variation
   23. Spaced (Relax) Vertices and Tight Mesh Areas
   24. Texture Projections
   25. Projection Snaps and Retopo
   26. Final Practical
8. Sub-D Modeling
   1. Getting Started
   2. Add/Delete Edge Loops to Define Volumes
   3. Unwrapping Separate Objects (Sub-Objects)
   4. Baking Normal Maps (Blender)
   5. Baking Normal Maps (XNormal)
   6. Apply Normal Maps to Mesh
   7. Texture Paint Mode and Brushes
   8. Mirror in Paint Mode
   9. Stencils
   10. UV Unwrap Guidelines
   11. Normal Map Errors and Extreme Stretching
   12. Normal Map Elements (XYZ, Color, Designation)
   13. Additional Projects
   14. Final Practical
9. Digital Lighting and Game Engines
   1. Getting Started
   2. New Project and UI Overview
   3. Viewport Navigation
   4. View Modes and Show Flags
   5. Placing Objects in a Level
   6. Content Browser
   7. Material Creation I
   8. Material Creation II
   9. Basic Lighting
   10. Basic Blueprints
   11. Lights and Settings
   12. Shadows
   13. Light Behavior I
   14. Light Behavior II
   15. Three Point Lighting
   16. Time of Day Lighting
   17. Translucency and Projections
   18. Game Engine Lighting I
   19. Game Engine Lighting II
   20. Final Practical
10. Character Design and Animation
    1. Getting Started
    2. Modeling the Base Mesh
    3. Sculpting the Character
    4. Retopology
    5. UV Mapping and Texture Baking
    6. Texture Painting
    7. Rigging the Character
    8. Creating Animation Cycles
    9. Setting Up in Unity
    10. Final Practical
11. (CAPSTONE) Final Practical and Portfolio
    1. Final Practical and Essay
    2. Portfolio Development
    3. Career/Next Steps Consultation

What you will learn

• Develop game art skills specific to prop, environment, and character art/animation
• Learn how to use popular 2D and 3D modeling software
• Master modeling and texturing techniques to bring your designs to life
• Learn the fundamental principles of making good art

How you will benefit

• Employable skills
• Practical training that can be used immediately in professional projects
• Hands-on development, assessment, and evaluation of artistic ability

Christian Bradley is the Director of Curriculum Development for Digital Media at the Art Institute of California, Orange County campus. He was as an instructor and Academic Director of Game Art and Design at the Art Institute of California, San Diego from 2003 to 2015. For more than twenty years, Bradley was an environment artist and texture artist with more than 35 commercial video game titles for PC, and Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo consoles in his portfolio. He has worked at Interplay, the Dreamers Guild Studios, and the Collective Studios. Some previous clients include Activision, Digital Extremes, and Legend Entertainment.

This online Digital Game Artist Certificate course will train you to become a professional video game artist by developing core skills for jobs related to Digital Art, 3D Art, Modeling, Character Design, and Environmental Art Design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• 3 Button Mouse (with wheel)
• These supplementary materials are recommended but not required:
  • Pressure sensitive tablet (e.g., Wacom)
  • Quixel Mixer
  • Various thickness black markers
  • Sketching pencils
  • 12 color pack of pens

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Blender 2015 or later
• Adobe Photoshop CS6+ (not included in enrollment) or GIMP/Paint.NET (free)
• Unreal Engine 4
• Unity 5+
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

This online course will train you to become a professional video game artist. Training centers around developing core skills for jobs related to Digital Art, 3D Art, Modeling, Character Design and Environmental Art Design. Once completed, you will have multiple employable skills including modeling game props and characters, importing required elements into game specific software, animation of game assets, and more.

This is a skills-based course which will teach the key components and competencies needed to excel in positions related to 3D Art for Games and Environmental Art for Games. That said, beyond software and game related techniques, the course touches on just about everything, including general design and concept art. You will learn the fundamental principles of what makes good art great and the key social aspects needed for continued growth and professional development.

1. 3D Modeling I
   1. Getting Started
   2. Basic Blender Interface
   3. Viewport Configuration and Layout
   4. Display Settings and Menu Rollouts
   5. Select, Undo/Redo, and Space Search
   6. Rendering an Image
   7. Viewport Controls and Settings
   8. Transforms and User Preferences
   9. Select and Deselect
   10. Primitives
   11. Append
   12. Primitive Properties
   13. 3D Cursor and Object Position
   14. Edit and Object Mode
   15. Grease Pencil
   16. Pivots and Object Origin
   17. 3D Cursor
   18. Transform Orientation and Duplicate
   19. Polygon, Vertex, and Edge
   20. Object Mode Keys
   21. Edit Mode Keys
   22. Limit Selection to Visible
   23. Viewport Shading and Smoothing
   24. Insert, Delete, Dissolve Edge
   25. Edge Split and Create Edge
   26. Merge
   27. User Preferences and Key Commands
   28. Outliner
   29. Modifiers
   30. Piling Modifiers
   31. Snaps (Edit and Object Mode)
   32. Snap to Grid
   33. Splines
   34. Rendering Splines
   35. Splines in Edit Mode
   36. Curve Modifier
   37. Path Deform Process
   38. Bevel with Contour Controls
   39. Lathe
   40. Mirror and Symmetrize
   41. Insert
   42. Intersect Tool
   43. Fill, Bridge, and Grid Fill
   44. Bend
   45. Pivot Positioning
   46. Fill
   47. Grease Pencil Revisited
   48. Duplicate and Linked Duplicate
   49. Appending and Saving Selected
   50. Layers
   51. Boolean
   52. Smooth Shading
   53. Arrays
   54. Solidify
   55. Subdivide
   56. Proportional Editing
   57. Mesh Deform
   58. Basic Light Settings
   59. Basic Edge Placement for Sub D Surfaces
   60. Final Practical
2. Elements of Visual Design
   1. Getting Started
   2. Balance
   3. Unity
   4. Gradation
   5. Harmony
   6. Dominance
   7. Repetition
   8. Contrast
   9. Gestalt
   10. Space
   11. Symmetry and Asymmetry
   12. Gathering and Filtering
   13. Style Guides
   14. Form and Structure
   15. Silhouette and Visual Reference
   16. Tonal Studies
   17. Light
   18. Ball Study
   19. Visual Depth
   20. Tactile Texture / Visual Texture / Pattern
   21. Volume
   22. Visual Narrative I
   23. Visual Narrative II
   24. Final Practical
3. Texture Maps and Digital Painting
   1. Getting Started
   2. Photoshop Texture Maps
   3. Custom Brushes
   4. Style Sheets and Ortho Concepts
   5. Creature Design
   6. DDO, NDO, and 3DO in Photoshop
   7. Quixel
   8. Map Types
   9. What is Physically Based Rendering?
   10. Ambient Occlusion (AO) Maps
   11. ID Maps
   12. Using the Quixel Suite
   13. Using NDO I
   14. Using 3DO I
   15. NDO Practical
   16. Accessing Material ID Links
   17. Using DDO I
   18. Saving DDO Smart Materials
   19. Using DDO II
   20. Using DDO III
   21. Create Base (Albedo / Specular / Reflection / AO / Normal)
   22. Lowering Preview Resolution and Viewing IDs in Real-Time
   23. Combining Normal Information
   24. Layers and Blending Modes in DDO
   25. The Mask Editor and Mask Paint
   26. Brush Combining in Photoshop and Blender
   27. Grouping Layers
   28. Final Practical
4. 3D Modeling II
   1. Getting Started
   2. Basic Photoshop
   3. Tile Texture
   4. Wacom Tablet Properties
   5. Layers
   6. Lights
   7. Sizing and Saving Texture Maps
   8. Texel Density
   9. Basic UV Unwrap
   10. The UV Editor
   11. Adding Maps to Objects
   12. Auto and Smart Unwrap
   13. To Sphere
   14. Unwrap Follow Active Quads
   15. Setting Seams for UVW Unwrap
   16. Smoothing and UV Elements
   17. Element Selection
   18. Positioning of Unwrap Elements
   19. Weld, Stitch, and Breaking UV Elements
   20. Relaxing UV Vertices and Elements
   21. Packing UV Elements
   22. Mesh Smooth and Edge Crease
   23. Cycles in Blender
   24. Texture Paint
   25. Basic Sculpt
   26. Baking ID Maps
   27. Baked Textures
   28. Creating Normal Maps
   29. Sub-D Modeling Intro
   30. Final Practical
5. Elements of Digital Design
   1. Getting Started
   2. Stylized 3d Character
   3. Man Made Prop
   4. 3d Tree
   5. Underwater Vehicle
6. 3D Modeling III
   1. Getting Started
   2. Anatomy (Hands)
   3. Anatomy (Feet)
   4. Anatomy (Head)
   5. Anatomy (Arm, Leg)
   6. Anatomy (Chest, Back)
   7. Anatomy (Creature - Cat)
   8. Anatomy (Creature - Horse)
   9. Anatomy (Bird)
   10. Anatomy (Creature - Dinosaur)
   11. Anatomy (Structural Design - Wings)
   12. Edge Flow, Relaxed Edge Flow
   13. Anatomy and Edge Flow
   14. Supporting Edges (Structural)
   15. Supporting Edges (Curved Mesh)
   16. Mirror and Edge Flow
   17. Weighted Vertices
   18. Armature in 3d (Skin Modifier)
   19. Edge Flow for Animated Meshes
   20. Fixing Texture Seams
   21. Digital Sculpting
   22. Solidify to Set Up Clothing
   23. Script UV Squares Master
   24. Script Mesh Align to G Pencil
   25. Final Practical
7. 3D Sculpture
   1. Getting Started
   2. Orthographic Planes
   3. Alpha Settings and Transparency
   4. X-Ray
   5. Blocking Out the Leg
   6. Adding the Mirror Modifier
   7. Defining the Back of the Neck
   8. Creating the Feet
   9. Creating the Head I
   10. Creating the Head II
   11. Creating the Hands I
   12. Creating the Hands II
   13. Creating the Arms
   14. Creating the Toes
   15. Eyes and Teeth
   16. Final Base Mesh (Ready for Sculpt)
   17. The Multiresolution Modifier
   18. Setting Up the Sculpt Menu
   19. Laying Down Clay Strips
   20. Refining the Sculpt
   21. Sculpting Details
   22. Duplicate Mesh, Create Low and High Variation
   23. Spaced (Relax) Vertices and Tight Mesh Areas
   24. Texture Projections
   25. Projection Snaps and Retopo
   26. Final Practical
8. Sub-D Modeling
   1. Getting Started
   2. Add/Delete Edge Loops to Define Volumes
   3. Unwrapping Separate Objects (Sub-Objects)
   4. Baking Normal Maps (Blender)
   5. Baking Normal Maps (XNormal)
   6. Apply Normal Maps to Mesh
   7. Texture Paint Mode and Brushes
   8. Mirror in Paint Mode
   9. Stencils
   10. UV Unwrap Guidelines
   11. Normal Map Errors and Extreme Stretching
   12. Normal Map Elements (XYZ, Color, Designation)
   13. Additional Projects
   14. Final Practical
9. Digital Lighting and Game Engines
   1. Getting Started
   2. New Project and UI Overview
   3. Viewport Navigation
   4. View Modes and Show Flags
   5. Placing Objects in a Level
   6. Content Browser
   7. Material Creation I
   8. Material Creation II
   9. Basic Lighting
   10. Basic Blueprints
   11. Lights and Settings
   12. Shadows
   13. Light Behavior I
   14. Light Behavior II
   15. Three Point Lighting
   16. Time of Day Lighting
   17. Translucency and Projections
   18. Game Engine Lighting I
   19. Game Engine Lighting II
   20. Final Practical
10. Character Design and Animation
    1. Getting Started
    2. Modeling the Base Mesh
    3. Sculpting the Character
    4. Retopology
    5. UV Mapping and Texture Baking
    6. Texture Painting
    7. Rigging the Character
    8. Creating Animation Cycles
    9. Setting Up in Unity
    10. Final Practical
11. (CAPSTONE) Final Practical and Portfolio
    1. Final Practical and Essay
    2. Portfolio Development
    3. Career/Next Steps Consultation

What you will learn

• Develop game art skills specific to prop, environment, and character art/animation
• Learn how to use popular 2D and 3D modeling software
• Master modeling and texturing techniques to bring your designs to life
• Learn the fundamental principles of making good art

How you will benefit

• Employable skills
• Practical training that can be used immediately in professional projects
• Hands-on development, assessment, and evaluation of artistic ability

Christian Bradley is the Director of Curriculum Development for Digital Media at the Art Institute of California, Orange County campus. He was as an instructor and Academic Director of Game Art and Design at the Art Institute of California, San Diego from 2003 to 2015. For more than twenty years, Bradley was an environment artist and texture artist with more than 35 commercial video game titles for PC, and Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo consoles in his portfolio. He has worked at Interplay, the Dreamers Guild Studios, and the Collective Studios. Some previous clients include Activision, Digital Extremes, and Legend Entertainment.

An informative introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography.

Discover Digital Photography is designed for the novice photographer with no previous experience with digital cameras.

This course will teach you all about digital cameras, from DSLRs to smart phone cameras and what different equipment is used for. You will learn about different display methods for your camera, including sizing, print options, online storage, and how social media factors into digital photography. If you have old slides, negatives, or prints, this course will also teach you how to scan those "old school" photo assets.

After completing the course, you will understand how the process of composing photos has changed with the evolving capabilities of digital photography.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Gain the skills you need to take great photos with your digital camera and never miss a memorable moment again. This course is an informative introduction to digital photography, from DSLRs to smart phone cameras.

What Is Digital Photography?

In your first lesson, you'll have a chance to become familiar with the online classroom and discover the many resources available to you, including the beginning of the Digital Dictionary. You will also learn how digital photography works and what's needed to get started with a digital workshop at home.

Learn About Cameras

In this lesson, you'll have an opportunity to understand the key features of a digital camera. This will be helpful as you learn about what to look for both inside and outside the camera and as you explore the different levels of equipment available.

Shopping for Digital Equipment

When it's time to buy your own camera, you'll want to know how to make the right choice. This lesson covers more of the attributes and features of digital photography, so you're ready to go shopping!

Storing Digital Images

Digital storage is a big issue. In this lesson, you will learn the ways to address this aspect of digital photography. When it comes to digital images, you'll need storage space—not only on your camera, but also on your computer and somewhere offline for backup. This lesson also recommends how to get the most out of your storage space and the best backup option.

Phone and Tablet Photography

Digital photography isn't limited to traditional cameras! You probably have your phone or tablet with you most of the time, and this lesson explores the option of using that camera to take pictures, display your images, or even do quick editing. If you've been a bit confused by all the new terminology connected with smartphones and tablets, here you'll find easy explanations and clear examples of how to make the most of this technology.

The Digital Darkroom

The ability to edit your digital images is one of the most compelling features of digital photography. This lesson will show you several of the software programs available to you and some of the many features you'll find in digital editing programs.

Digital Photography Online

Using digital images online and on your computer are big parts of digital photography. In this lesson, you'll discover ways you can easily use digital images with email and on websites. You will also learn how to size images for use on the Internet. You'll love learning how simple it is to use your images as backgrounds and computer wallpaper. With digital photography, you can customize almost anything!

Digital Printing

Printing digital images can take many forms. This lesson explores the options for printing at home and the extensive network of retail printers available for digital work. You'll also learn how to prepare your images for the best quality prints, regardless of where you print them. If archival quality is important to you, or if you're scrapbooking, there are some things you'll want to know!

A Changing Society

This lesson explores how new and how digital imaging is changing communication, business practices, and the way photographers protect their images.

Scanning and Restoring Photos

Scanning printed images is an important option for digital photography. This lesson focuses on restoring old and damaged photos, as well as using scanners to convert slides, negatives, and prints into digital images. You'll even learn how to capture an image of a 3D object with a scanner! A scanner is a terrific tool for digital photographers and does an excellent job of connecting traditional photography with the digital era. This is an especially important lesson for scrapbookers who are working on family histories with damaged images or printed documents.

Traveling With Digital Equipment

Travel photography is always a favorite subject for photographers, whether you're shooting in your own backyard or around the world. Digital photography presents some different challenges and opportunities. This lesson focuses on how professionals in the field handle the challenges, as well as techniques and opportunities you can use when you travel, including file organization with Adobe's Lightroom.

Composing Digitally

Your final lesson will teach you how to compose your pictures with digital options in mind. There's a lot more to being a digital photographer than just owning a digital camera. In this lesson, you will see some great examples of difficult situations that you can remedy with digital solutions. The more you learn about your options, the more you'll want to experiment!

What you will learn

• Become familiar with digital photography basics and decision-making tools for choosing the right computer for you
• Explore the features and functions of digital cameras
• Understand the need for image storage and the options available
• Become familiar with the resources for digital photographers on computers and the Internet
• Explore the options for printing quality prints from digital images
• Examine the equipment available for scanning film and prints, as well as options for restoring damaged images
• Realize the options for composing images where you intend to use digital editing as part of the artistic process

How you will benefit

• Gain confidence using your digital camera to take pictures
• Capture perfect memories with family and friends
• Develop a great new, creative hobby

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

An informative introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography.

Discover Digital Photography is designed for the novice photographer with no previous experience with digital cameras.

This course will teach you all about digital cameras, from DSLRs to smart phone cameras and what different equipment is used for. You will learn about different display methods for your camera, including sizing, print options, online storage, and how social media factors into digital photography. If you have old slides, negatives, or prints, this course will also teach you how to scan those "old school" photo assets.

After completing the course, you will understand how the process of composing photos has changed with the evolving capabilities of digital photography.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Gain the skills you need to take great photos with your digital camera and never miss a memorable moment again. This course is an informative introduction to digital photography, from DSLRs to smart phone cameras.

What Is Digital Photography?

In your first lesson, you'll have a chance to become familiar with the online classroom and discover the many resources available to you, including the beginning of the Digital Dictionary. You will also learn how digital photography works and what's needed to get started with a digital workshop at home.

Learn About Cameras

In this lesson, you'll have an opportunity to understand the key features of a digital camera. This will be helpful as you learn about what to look for both inside and outside the camera and as you explore the different levels of equipment available.

Shopping for Digital Equipment

When it's time to buy your own camera, you'll want to know how to make the right choice. This lesson covers more of the attributes and features of digital photography, so you're ready to go shopping!

Storing Digital Images

Digital storage is a big issue. In this lesson, you will learn the ways to address this aspect of digital photography. When it comes to digital images, you'll need storage space—not only on your camera, but also on your computer and somewhere offline for backup. This lesson also recommends how to get the most out of your storage space and the best backup option.

Phone and Tablet Photography

Digital photography isn't limited to traditional cameras! You probably have your phone or tablet with you most of the time, and this lesson explores the option of using that camera to take pictures, display your images, or even do quick editing. If you've been a bit confused by all the new terminology connected with smartphones and tablets, here you'll find easy explanations and clear examples of how to make the most of this technology.

The Digital Darkroom

The ability to edit your digital images is one of the most compelling features of digital photography. This lesson will show you several of the software programs available to you and some of the many features you'll find in digital editing programs.

Digital Photography Online

Using digital images online and on your computer are big parts of digital photography. In this lesson, you'll discover ways you can easily use digital images with email and on websites. You will also learn how to size images for use on the Internet. You'll love learning how simple it is to use your images as backgrounds and computer wallpaper. With digital photography, you can customize almost anything!

Digital Printing

Printing digital images can take many forms. This lesson explores the options for printing at home and the extensive network of retail printers available for digital work. You'll also learn how to prepare your images for the best quality prints, regardless of where you print them. If archival quality is important to you, or if you're scrapbooking, there are some things you'll want to know!

A Changing Society

This lesson explores how new and how digital imaging is changing communication, business practices, and the way photographers protect their images.

Scanning and Restoring Photos

Scanning printed images is an important option for digital photography. This lesson focuses on restoring old and damaged photos, as well as using scanners to convert slides, negatives, and prints into digital images. You'll even learn how to capture an image of a 3D object with a scanner! A scanner is a terrific tool for digital photographers and does an excellent job of connecting traditional photography with the digital era. This is an especially important lesson for scrapbookers who are working on family histories with damaged images or printed documents.

Traveling With Digital Equipment

Travel photography is always a favorite subject for photographers, whether you're shooting in your own backyard or around the world. Digital photography presents some different challenges and opportunities. This lesson focuses on how professionals in the field handle the challenges, as well as techniques and opportunities you can use when you travel, including file organization with Adobe's Lightroom.

Composing Digitally

Your final lesson will teach you how to compose your pictures with digital options in mind. There's a lot more to being a digital photographer than just owning a digital camera. In this lesson, you will see some great examples of difficult situations that you can remedy with digital solutions. The more you learn about your options, the more you'll want to experiment!

What you will learn

• Become familiar with digital photography basics and decision-making tools for choosing the right computer for you
• Explore the features and functions of digital cameras
• Understand the need for image storage and the options available
• Become familiar with the resources for digital photographers on computers and the Internet
• Explore the options for printing quality prints from digital images
• Examine the equipment available for scanning film and prints, as well as options for restoring damaged images
• Realize the options for composing images where you intend to use digital editing as part of the artistic process

How you will benefit

• Gain confidence using your digital camera to take pictures
• Capture perfect memories with family and friends
• Develop a great new, creative hobby

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you've always dreamed you could be!

If you've always been interested in drawing but don't really know how to get started, then this is the course for you. Gain a solid foundation and understanding of the basics of drawing and become the artist you've always dreamed you could be!

You'll become intimately familiar with paper types, drawing styles, rendering techniques, and the basic principles of perspective, layout, design, lighting, volume, and space. If you have an interest in learning what it's like to draw or would love to increase your current knowledge in the field of art and illustrating, then this course aims to fulfill all of your needs.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Gain a solid foundation in the basics of drawing to become the artist you've always wanted to be. This course will help you become familiar with paper type, drawing styles, techniques, and basic principles of perspective, layout and design.

Equipment and Studio

Have you ever wondered what kind of tools you would need to become an artist? Going into an art store can sometimes be overwhelming, so in the first lesson, you're going to take a look at the basic tools and supplies an artist needs for various projects. After you understand the tool set, you'll be prepared to confidently go to your local art store and start experimenting with supplies!

Basics of Drawing

With your art supplies in hand, it's time you get a firm understanding of drawing basics. In this lesson, you'll look at the importance of the silhouette and the outlining shape. When beginning to draw, it's so important that you understand the shapes you look at and how to put them onto paper. You'll also learn an amazingly fun one-eye drawing trick!

Drawing From Life and Photographs

This lesson will go over the two major components of drawing for the beginner. You'll find that the first challenge you're faced with is drawing from things you see. This is, after all, how people learn to draw. You'll gain lots of great tips on how to draw what you see, how to set up scenes for photographs, and much more.

Lighting and Shading

Did you know that there are five forms of light? That's right! In this lesson, you'll learn how to illuminate the scene and change the mood all at once. The lesson will go over lighting and shading so that you'll have all the knowledge a beginning artist needs when learning how to sketch (and more). Have you ever drawn a picture and realized that it looked quite flat? Well, that might be because you never added light to your images. The lesson will show you how to add light, and more importantly, shading!

Perspective: Unraveling the Mystery

Perspective has always been a necessity for anyone drawing pictures with depth. If you wanted to draw a set of buildings and have the viewer looking down the road, how would you do it? One, two, and even three-point perspective is how! In this lesson, you'll learn how to find the horizon line, create depth in your page, and even find the vanishing points of your lines.

Rendering Techniques

It's time to make a spoon "feel" like a spoon and a rock "feel" like a rock. When you're drawing objects, it's important to create the sense of realism with line work. So in this lesson, you'll go over some important rendering techniques that will give you a jump start toward understanding gradation, line weight, and stylization, all of which will get you on the road to finding your own style and creative expression.

Layout and Design

It's all about telling your story! If you see a drawing of a big arrow pointing to the right, you'd probably look to the right, wouldn't you? In this lesson, you'll look at what it takes to persuade your audience to look at certain spots on your images at particular times without a big arrow. Sounds tough, doesn't it? Don't worry, because the lesson will show you some great methods and proven techniques for controlling everything you draw.

Landscape and City Rendering

It's time to put your skills to the test! In this lesson, you'll work up an entire scene with thumbnails and then begin working on a first draft. A discussion on creating landscapes will help you gain confidence in your skills that you've been working on up to this point. You'll also look at how to render your scenes with realistic lighting and shading while keeping the flow entertaining and informative.

Introduction to Color

Do pink and blue go together? Great question! What about the shadow color on an apple? What's the complement to green? Creating images in color requires you to take your artistic understanding to a whole new level. This lesson on color composition will be one of the most exciting and rewarding lessons in your art education!

Techno/Futuristic Drawing

This lesson will walk you through the future. That's right—you're going to look at and draw the techno future. You know those cool robots in movies and orbital vehicles flying around in space? Well, after you complete this lesson, you'll have a great understanding of how to create your very own future.

Introduction to Animals

This lesson is a great chance to get up close and personal with animals because it's packed full of measurements, proportions, and basic shapes for many of the animals around you. You'll be using a lot of what you've learned from the previous lessons in this course in order to bring your animal together. You'll also look at step-by-step techniques and sketches you can use to help draw monkeys and other crazy animals. It's time to stop monkeying around and start drawing!

Creating Things on Your Own

In the final lesson, you'll explore the human brain and how it functions to create art, memorizing and interpreting the world around you and keeping everything slightly straight in the process. You'll take those images and thoughts in your head and put them down on paper for everyone to see and enjoy!

What you will learn

• Gain an understanding of the basics of drawing
• Become familiar with paper types, drawing styles, and rendering techniques
• Learn the basic principles of perspective, layout, design, lighting, volume, and space

How you will benefit

• Gain the confidence you need to experiment with new art supplies and techniques
• Learn to create realistic drawings with the color, light, depth and perspective of a professional artist
• Develop a new hobby that will allow you to experience the world around you in new ways
• Learn to tap into your creative thoughts and put them on display for the world to see

Chad Walker is the conceptual designer and artist of several award-winning games, including "Age Of Empires, "Age of Kings," and "Age of Conquerors." He attended the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Arts Inc. and has worked as a computer game artist, comic book illustrator, and instructor. He teaches both traditional art courses and courses in 3D modeling for computer games. Walker co-wrote the popular gaming book "Game Modeling Using Low Polygon Techniques" with his twin brother Eric. They are the co-founders of Walker Boys Studio, which produced the highly acclaimed "Civil War: War Between the States."

Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you've always dreamed you could be!

If you've always been interested in drawing but don't really know how to get started, then this is the course for you. Gain a solid foundation and understanding of the basics of drawing and become the artist you've always dreamed you could be!

You'll become intimately familiar with paper types, drawing styles, rendering techniques, and the basic principles of perspective, layout, design, lighting, volume, and space. If you have an interest in learning what it's like to draw or would love to increase your current knowledge in the field of art and illustrating, then this course aims to fulfill all of your needs.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Gain a solid foundation in the basics of drawing to become the artist you've always wanted to be. This course will help you become familiar with paper type, drawing styles, techniques, and basic principles of perspective, layout and design.

Equipment and Studio

Have you ever wondered what kind of tools you would need to become an artist? Going into an art store can sometimes be overwhelming, so in the first lesson, you're going to take a look at the basic tools and supplies an artist needs for various projects. After you understand the tool set, you'll be prepared to confidently go to your local art store and start experimenting with supplies!

Basics of Drawing

With your art supplies in hand, it's time you get a firm understanding of drawing basics. In this lesson, you'll look at the importance of the silhouette and the outlining shape. When beginning to draw, it's so important that you understand the shapes you look at and how to put them onto paper. You'll also learn an amazingly fun one-eye drawing trick!

Drawing From Life and Photographs

This lesson will go over the two major components of drawing for the beginner. You'll find that the first challenge you're faced with is drawing from things you see. This is, after all, how people learn to draw. You'll gain lots of great tips on how to draw what you see, how to set up scenes for photographs, and much more.

Lighting and Shading

Did you know that there are five forms of light? That's right! In this lesson, you'll learn how to illuminate the scene and change the mood all at once. The lesson will go over lighting and shading so that you'll have all the knowledge a beginning artist needs when learning how to sketch (and more). Have you ever drawn a picture and realized that it looked quite flat? Well, that might be because you never added light to your images. The lesson will show you how to add light, and more importantly, shading!

Perspective: Unraveling the Mystery

Perspective has always been a necessity for anyone drawing pictures with depth. If you wanted to draw a set of buildings and have the viewer looking down the road, how would you do it? One, two, and even three-point perspective is how! In this lesson, you'll learn how to find the horizon line, create depth in your page, and even find the vanishing points of your lines.

Rendering Techniques

It's time to make a spoon "feel" like a spoon and a rock "feel" like a rock. When you're drawing objects, it's important to create the sense of realism with line work. So in this lesson, you'll go over some important rendering techniques that will give you a jump start toward understanding gradation, line weight, and stylization, all of which will get you on the road to finding your own style and creative expression.

Layout and Design

It's all about telling your story! If you see a drawing of a big arrow pointing to the right, you'd probably look to the right, wouldn't you? In this lesson, you'll look at what it takes to persuade your audience to look at certain spots on your images at particular times without a big arrow. Sounds tough, doesn't it? Don't worry, because the lesson will show you some great methods and proven techniques for controlling everything you draw.

Landscape and City Rendering

It's time to put your skills to the test! In this lesson, you'll work up an entire scene with thumbnails and then begin working on a first draft. A discussion on creating landscapes will help you gain confidence in your skills that you've been working on up to this point. You'll also look at how to render your scenes with realistic lighting and shading while keeping the flow entertaining and informative.

Introduction to Color

Do pink and blue go together? Great question! What about the shadow color on an apple? What's the complement to green? Creating images in color requires you to take your artistic understanding to a whole new level. This lesson on color composition will be one of the most exciting and rewarding lessons in your art education!

Techno/Futuristic Drawing

This lesson will walk you through the future. That's right—you're going to look at and draw the techno future. You know those cool robots in movies and orbital vehicles flying around in space? Well, after you complete this lesson, you'll have a great understanding of how to create your very own future.

Introduction to Animals

This lesson is a great chance to get up close and personal with animals because it's packed full of measurements, proportions, and basic shapes for many of the animals around you. You'll be using a lot of what you've learned from the previous lessons in this course in order to bring your animal together. You'll also look at step-by-step techniques and sketches you can use to help draw monkeys and other crazy animals. It's time to stop monkeying around and start drawing!

Creating Things on Your Own

In the final lesson, you'll explore the human brain and how it functions to create art, memorizing and interpreting the world around you and keeping everything slightly straight in the process. You'll take those images and thoughts in your head and put them down on paper for everyone to see and enjoy!

What you will learn

• Gain an understanding of the basics of drawing
• Become familiar with paper types, drawing styles, and rendering techniques
• Learn the basic principles of perspective, layout, design, lighting, volume, and space

How you will benefit

• Gain the confidence you need to experiment with new art supplies and techniques
• Learn to create realistic drawings with the color, light, depth and perspective of a professional artist
• Develop a new hobby that will allow you to experience the world around you in new ways
• Learn to tap into your creative thoughts and put them on display for the world to see

Chad Walker is the conceptual designer and artist of several award-winning games, including "Age Of Empires, "Age of Kings," and "Age of Conquerors." He attended the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Arts Inc. and has worked as a computer game artist, comic book illustrator, and instructor. He teaches both traditional art courses and courses in 3D modeling for computer games. Walker co-wrote the popular gaming book "Game Modeling Using Low Polygon Techniques" with his twin brother Eric. They are the co-founders of Walker Boys Studio, which produced the highly acclaimed "Civil War: War Between the States."

In this course, you will develop your graphic design skills by learning how to use Photoshop, the gold standard in photo editing and design software. This program will help you create work that stands apart from the competition, enables you to brand yourself, and positions you for a rewarding career in the ever-expanding world of graphic design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.14 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word or an equivalent word-processing program.
• Photoshop CC (Creative Cloud) (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• The Elements of Graphic Design
• Exploring Typography

This course will provide you with robust instructions on how to use Adobe Photoshop as a tool to create engaging and effective visuals. Using principles, theories, and time-tested practices of graphic design, you will discover strategies for producing images that convey desired messages, styles, and tones.

You will practice with real-world examples, challenges, and thought-provoking assignments and learn how to determine a client's needs, create work to meet those needs, and assemble your work in an online portfolio to enter the industry. The course's combination of creative, technical, and soft skills will offer you a well-rounded and challenging learning experience.

1. Jumping into Photoshop
2. Understanding Graphic Design Fundamentals
3. Basic Photo Editing
4. Selections, Painting, and Using Brushes
5. Typography
6. Layers
7. Tourism Project
8. Masking and Advanced Compositing
9. Using Your Skills Professionally
10. Building a Portfolio
11. Final Exam

What you will learn

• Master the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic design and typography principles
• Define common graphic design terms
• Use the design process to work effectively with clients
• Develop a personal brand and incorporate social media
• Produce a portfolio using a variety of graphic design techniques

How you will benefit

• Prepare yourself for an entry-level career in graphic design
• Create a comprehensive electronic portfolio that can be shown to potential employers or clients
• Master an understanding of the tools and communication habits used by successful graphic designers
• Learn how to create visuals that are not only aesthetically pleasing, but convey a strong message

Laurie Ulrich has been writing about and teaching people to use Microsoft Office for more than 20 years—including personally training thousands of students, writing hundreds of training manuals, and authoring and co-authoring more than 30 books on subjects including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Her books include 2000-page epics that document every button, bell, and whistle, as well as friendlier introductory and troubleshooting books for new users. Her most recent publication on Microsoft Access is Access 2016 for Dummies. In addition to writing and teaching, Laurie runs her own firm, Limehat & Company, providing training, marketing, graphic design, and web development services to clients throughout the world, with a focus on helping growing companies and non-profit organizations build their brand through effective promotions, outreach, and education.

In this course, you will develop your graphic design skills by learning how to use Photoshop, the gold standard in photo editing and design software. This program will help you create work that stands apart from the competition, enables you to brand yourself, and positions you for a rewarding career in the ever-expanding world of graphic design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.14 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word or an equivalent word-processing program.
• Photoshop CC (Creative Cloud) (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• The Elements of Graphic Design
• Exploring Typography

This course will provide you with robust instructions on how to use Adobe Photoshop as a tool to create engaging and effective visuals. Using principles, theories, and time-tested practices of graphic design, you will discover strategies for producing images that convey desired messages, styles, and tones.

You will practice with real-world examples, challenges, and thought-provoking assignments and learn how to determine a client's needs, create work to meet those needs, and assemble your work in an online portfolio to enter the industry. The course's combination of creative, technical, and soft skills will offer you a well-rounded and challenging learning experience.

1. Jumping into Photoshop
2. Understanding Graphic Design Fundamentals
3. Basic Photo Editing
4. Selections, Painting, and Using Brushes
5. Typography
6. Layers
7. Tourism Project
8. Masking and Advanced Compositing
9. Using Your Skills Professionally
10. Building a Portfolio
11. Final Exam

What you will learn

• Master the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic design and typography principles
• Define common graphic design terms
• Use the design process to work effectively with clients
• Develop a personal brand and incorporate social media
• Produce a portfolio using a variety of graphic design techniques

How you will benefit

• Prepare yourself for an entry-level career in graphic design
• Create a comprehensive electronic portfolio that can be shown to potential employers or clients
• Master an understanding of the tools and communication habits used by successful graphic designers
• Learn how to create visuals that are not only aesthetically pleasing, but convey a strong message

Laurie Ulrich has been writing about and teaching people to use Microsoft Office for more than 20 years—including personally training thousands of students, writing hundreds of training manuals, and authoring and co-authoring more than 30 books on subjects including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Her books include 2000-page epics that document every button, bell, and whistle, as well as friendlier introductory and troubleshooting books for new users. Her most recent publication on Microsoft Access is Access 2016 for Dummies. In addition to writing and teaching, Laurie runs her own firm, Limehat & Company, providing training, marketing, graphic design, and web development services to clients throughout the world, with a focus on helping growing companies and non-profit organizations build their brand through effective promotions, outreach, and education.

In this course, you will develop your graphic design skills by learning how to use Photoshop, the gold standard in photo editing and design software. This program will help you create work that stands apart from the competition, enables you to brand yourself, and positions you for a rewarding career in the ever-expanding world of graphic design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.14 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word or an equivalent word-processing program.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• The Elements of Graphic Design, by Alex W. White
• Exploring Typography
• Your enrollment in this course also includes a 12-month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan. You will learn how to activate this subscription during the course.

This course will provide you with robust instructions on how to use Adobe Photoshop as a tool to create engaging and effective visuals. Using principles, theories, and time-tested practices of graphic design, you will discover strategies for producing images that convey desired messages, styles, and tones.

You will practice with real-world examples, challenges, and thought-provoking assignments and learn how to determine a client's needs, create work to meet those needs, and assemble your work in an online portfolio to enter the industry. The course's combination of creative, technical, and soft skills will offer you a well-rounded and challenging learning experience.

1. Jumping into Photoshop
2. Understanding Graphic Design Fundamentals
3. Basic Photo Editing
4. Selections, Painting, and Using Brushes
5. Typography
6. Layers
7. Tourism Project
8. Masking and Advanced Compositing
9. Using Your Skills Professionally
10. Building a Portfolio
11. Final Exam

What you will learn

• Learn Master the fundamentals of graphic design concepts and terminology Adobe Photoshop
• Use any tool in the Photoshop workspace efficiently Demonstrate knowledge of basic design and typography principles
• Take a look at the history of Define common graphic design and advertising to understand how it affects design today terms
• Master how Use the design process to correctly package a project for printing and production work effectively with clients
• Develop a personal brand and incorporate social media
• Produce a portfolio using a variety of graphic design techniques

How you will benefit

• Create an extensive digital portfolio that can be used to show potential employers and clients
• Master the features of Photoshop suite needed to create results-driven professional work
• Prepare yourself for a career as a graphic designer, art director, video game designer, web developer, photo editor, and more
• Develop your own design style that will distinguish you from competitors

Laurie Ulrich has been writing about and teaching people to use Microsoft Office for more than 20 years—including personally training thousands of students, writing hundreds of training manuals, and authoring and co-authoring more than 30 books on subjects including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Her books include 2000-page epics that document every button, bell, and whistle, as well as friendlier introductory and troubleshooting books for new users. Her most recent publication on Microsoft Access is Access 2016 for Dummies. In addition to writing and teaching, Laurie runs her own firm, Limehat & Company, providing training, marketing, graphic design, and web development services to clients throughout the world, with a focus on helping growing companies and non-profit organizations build their brand through effective promotions, outreach, and education.

In this course, you will develop your graphic design skills by learning how to use Photoshop, the gold standard in photo editing and design software. This program will help you create work that stands apart from the competition, enables you to brand yourself, and positions you for a rewarding career in the ever-expanding world of graphic design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. A Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.14 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word or an equivalent word-processing program.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• The Elements of Graphic Design, by Alex W. White
• Exploring Typography
• Your enrollment in this course also includes a 12-month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan. You will learn how to activate this subscription during the course.

This course will provide you with robust instructions on how to use Adobe Photoshop as a tool to create engaging and effective visuals. Using principles, theories, and time-tested practices of graphic design, you will discover strategies for producing images that convey desired messages, styles, and tones.

You will practice with real-world examples, challenges, and thought-provoking assignments and learn how to determine a client's needs, create work to meet those needs, and assemble your work in an online portfolio to enter the industry. The course's combination of creative, technical, and soft skills will offer you a well-rounded and challenging learning experience.

1. Jumping into Photoshop
2. Understanding Graphic Design Fundamentals
3. Basic Photo Editing
4. Selections, Painting, and Using Brushes
5. Typography
6. Layers
7. Tourism Project
8. Masking and Advanced Compositing
9. Using Your Skills Professionally
10. Building a Portfolio
11. Final Exam

What you will learn

• Learn Master the fundamentals of graphic design concepts and terminology Adobe Photoshop
• Use any tool in the Photoshop workspace efficiently Demonstrate knowledge of basic design and typography principles
• Take a look at the history of Define common graphic design and advertising to understand how it affects design today terms
• Master how Use the design process to correctly package a project for printing and production work effectively with clients
• Develop a personal brand and incorporate social media
• Produce a portfolio using a variety of graphic design techniques

How you will benefit

• Create an extensive digital portfolio that can be used to show potential employers and clients
• Master the features of Photoshop suite needed to create results-driven professional work
• Prepare yourself for a career as a graphic designer, art director, video game designer, web developer, photo editor, and more
• Develop your own design style that will distinguish you from competitors

Laurie Ulrich has been writing about and teaching people to use Microsoft Office for more than 20 years—including personally training thousands of students, writing hundreds of training manuals, and authoring and co-authoring more than 30 books on subjects including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Her books include 2000-page epics that document every button, bell, and whistle, as well as friendlier introductory and troubleshooting books for new users. Her most recent publication on Microsoft Access is Access 2016 for Dummies. In addition to writing and teaching, Laurie runs her own firm, Limehat & Company, providing training, marketing, graphic design, and web development services to clients throughout the world, with a focus on helping growing companies and non-profit organizations build their brand through effective promotions, outreach, and education.

Learn how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine digital and traditional scrapbooking techniques.

Learn to use digital editing techniques to show off your photos and memorabilia in Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking! Using Photoshop Elements, this course will teach you how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine traditional and digital scrapbooking.

Starting with simple projects, you'll quickly learn how to build pages, use artistic journaling, and produce sophisticated illusions. Photoshop Elements lets you build your own clip art, create frames, and develop multi-layer pages with an endless array of layouts and designs. You'll see how to draw and create your own art, build collages and scrapbooks to share, and work with both color and black and white. If you need to restore or age images—the tools are all available to you. Come take your scrapbooking to a new level!

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• This course is written using the Windows version of the software. If you have Mac, you will need to make standard Windows/Mac keystroke conversions which are included in the course material.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop Elements 11 or higher (not included in enrollment). Instructions, screenshots, and examples are based on versions 11, 12, and 13, but later versions, including year-numbered versions like Photoshop Elements 2020, work well with only minor changes for the course.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Make the most of your scrapbooking talents to show off your photos and memorabilia with digital scrapbooking. This course provides hands-on experience building scrapbook pages, using artistic journaling, and producing your own artwork with Photoshop Elements.

What Is Digital Scrapbooking?

Digital editing gives scrapbooking a new level of creativity! In the first lesson, you'll have an opportunity to become familiar with the online classroom, Photoshop Elements 11 (the digital editing software you'll be using in this course), and a number of ways to integrate digital options with traditional scrapbooking. You'll see how to keep your personal style intact while taking advantage of fun and easy techniques to enhance your scrapbooks.

Journaling

In this lesson, you'll have an opportunity to experiment with and explore the many options for enhancing text. You'll see how to add color, shape, and styles, along with more advanced techniques like warping text to fit on objects, making circles with words, and transforming images into text. Journaling is an important part of the storytelling process, so it's time to put the words to work!

Layering

Whether you're working with scissors and glue or digital images, one of the ways to embellish scrapbook pages is to layer artistic elements. In this, you'll explore Adobe's layers so you can master the ability to build pages with many different pieces to create the look that tells your story best! The lesson will discuss sizing, background images, frames, and piecing together pages with multiple images, text, and clip art.

Clip Art

Now that you're comfortable with backgrounds, cropping, text, and layers, it's time to add some pizzazz to your pages! In this lesson, you'll see how to create and use clip art to add personal touches and dimension to your scrapbook. You may be surprised at how many important details you have in your pictures, and with Photoshop Elements, you'll be able to pick those out and use them just where you want them. Creating clip art is fun and easy with the tools in Elements. You'll be a pro by the time you finish this lesson!

Themed Layouts

Continuity and strong story lines captivate readers—even in scrapbooks! This lesson focuses on defining themes, using repetitive elements, and sizing enlargements for excellent quality. You'll see how to build two-page layouts, create panoramic images, and use two different techniques for adding frames to your pages.

Beauty of Black and White

Bold and beautiful, black-and-white photography leads to a lesson on how to take a classic look and make it modern, timeless, or even old-fashioned. You'll see how to turn color photos into stunning black-and-white images, or how to keep just a portion in color. You'll also explore using gradients to create black-and-white backgrounds to set off color images.

Creative Illusions

In this lesson, you'll work a little magic as you learn to create special effects to enhance your backgrounds and pages. You'll even be able to create some of these from nothing! The illusion of texture and dimension is important when building a sophisticated scrapbook, and you'll look at ways to build pages that might just make you wonder if they're real. With the Effects panel, the Filter menu, and some new tricks with layers and layer styles, you'll be amazed at what you can do.

Bountiful Brushes

Much like finger painting lets you release your artistic side, Photoshop Elements brushes are full of possibilities for detailed strokes, colors, and patterns—some even paint pictures! You'll see how to use the standard brushes, create and customize your own, and build pages and backgrounds with a variety of styles and patterns.

Digital Nostalgia

In this lesson, you'll see how to turn back the hands of time to create pages using restored images and nostalgic pages. You'll also learn how to age a modern photo to match the look of older ones. With the pattern tools in Photoshop Elements, you'll create fabric-like backgrounds and even see how to add a bit of stitching. Digital editing merges the old and the new in surprising ways!

3D Imagery

Digital scrapbooking gives you lots of options for creating three-dimensional looks, and in this lesson, you'll see how to use new shortcuts to make this quick and easy. With Photoshop Elements Guided Edit and special filters, you'll be able to create reflections, spheres, and many more effects.

Digital Drawing

It's time to draw! You'll be surprised by how creative you can be with Photoshop Elements drawing tools, even if you don't think of yourself as artistic. With the Pencil tool, the Undo option, and the Eraser tool, changes and corrections are easy. You can even remove something and put it back. You'll see how to add line graphics with Wingdings and turn color images into coloring pages, as well as some other drawing techniques you can use to build backgrounds and art for your scrapbook pages.

Bringing It All Together

In the last lesson, you'll explore a couple of automatic options in Photoshop Elements to help you finish your scrapbooks quickly. You'll see how to build an automatic collage page from your images and how to upload them to book formats you can print at home or send out to have professionally printed. You'll finish this course with lots of great ideas to finish your scrapbooks and share them with your family and friends!

What you will learn

• Get acquainted with options for combining traditional and digital scrapbooking
• Learn to build sophisticated pages with multiple artistic elements
• Examine the options for panoramic layouts, full-page layouts, and recurring themes
• Explore the options for black-and-white scrapbooking
• Learn how to use Photoshop Elements to create special effects for scrapbooks
• Learn to restore images or create nostalgic formats for scrapbooking
• Explore the automated features of Photoshop Elements that let you create quick pages and books

How you will benefit

• Gain confidence in your ability to use Photoshop Elements to create digital scrapbooks for your memories
• Begin a new hobby in digital scrapbooking
• Impress friends and family by creating memorabilia artwork in the form of scrapbooks

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?"

Learn how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine digital and traditional scrapbooking techniques.

Learn to use digital editing techniques to show off your photos and memorabilia in Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking! Using Photoshop Elements, this course will teach you how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine traditional and digital scrapbooking.

Starting with simple projects, you'll quickly learn how to build pages, use artistic journaling, and produce sophisticated illusions. Photoshop Elements lets you build your own clip art, create frames, and develop multi-layer pages with an endless array of layouts and designs. You'll see how to draw and create your own art, build collages and scrapbooks to share, and work with both color and black and white. If you need to restore or age images—the tools are all available to you. Come take your scrapbooking to a new level!

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• This course is written using the Windows version of the software. If you have Mac, you will need to make standard Windows/Mac keystroke conversions which are included in the course material.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop Elements 11 or higher (not included in enrollment). Instructions, screenshots, and examples are based on versions 11, 12, and 13, but later versions, including year-numbered versions like Photoshop Elements 2020, work well with only minor changes for the course.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Make the most of your scrapbooking talents to show off your photos and memorabilia with digital scrapbooking. This course provides hands-on experience building scrapbook pages, using artistic journaling, and producing your own artwork with Photoshop Elements.

What Is Digital Scrapbooking?

Digital editing gives scrapbooking a new level of creativity! In the first lesson, you'll have an opportunity to become familiar with the online classroom, Photoshop Elements 11 (the digital editing software you'll be using in this course), and a number of ways to integrate digital options with traditional scrapbooking. You'll see how to keep your personal style intact while taking advantage of fun and easy techniques to enhance your scrapbooks.

Journaling

In this lesson, you'll have an opportunity to experiment with and explore the many options for enhancing text. You'll see how to add color, shape, and styles, along with more advanced techniques like warping text to fit on objects, making circles with words, and transforming images into text. Journaling is an important part of the storytelling process, so it's time to put the words to work!

Layering

Whether you're working with scissors and glue or digital images, one of the ways to embellish scrapbook pages is to layer artistic elements. In this, you'll explore Adobe's layers so you can master the ability to build pages with many different pieces to create the look that tells your story best! The lesson will discuss sizing, background images, frames, and piecing together pages with multiple images, text, and clip art.

Clip Art

Now that you're comfortable with backgrounds, cropping, text, and layers, it's time to add some pizzazz to your pages! In this lesson, you'll see how to create and use clip art to add personal touches and dimension to your scrapbook. You may be surprised at how many important details you have in your pictures, and with Photoshop Elements, you'll be able to pick those out and use them just where you want them. Creating clip art is fun and easy with the tools in Elements. You'll be a pro by the time you finish this lesson!

Themed Layouts

Continuity and strong story lines captivate readers—even in scrapbooks! This lesson focuses on defining themes, using repetitive elements, and sizing enlargements for excellent quality. You'll see how to build two-page layouts, create panoramic images, and use two different techniques for adding frames to your pages.

Beauty of Black and White

Bold and beautiful, black-and-white photography leads to a lesson on how to take a classic look and make it modern, timeless, or even old-fashioned. You'll see how to turn color photos into stunning black-and-white images, or how to keep just a portion in color. You'll also explore using gradients to create black-and-white backgrounds to set off color images.

Creative Illusions

In this lesson, you'll work a little magic as you learn to create special effects to enhance your backgrounds and pages. You'll even be able to create some of these from nothing! The illusion of texture and dimension is important when building a sophisticated scrapbook, and you'll look at ways to build pages that might just make you wonder if they're real. With the Effects panel, the Filter menu, and some new tricks with layers and layer styles, you'll be amazed at what you can do.

Bountiful Brushes

Much like finger painting lets you release your artistic side, Photoshop Elements brushes are full of possibilities for detailed strokes, colors, and patterns—some even paint pictures! You'll see how to use the standard brushes, create and customize your own, and build pages and backgrounds with a variety of styles and patterns.

Digital Nostalgia

In this lesson, you'll see how to turn back the hands of time to create pages using restored images and nostalgic pages. You'll also learn how to age a modern photo to match the look of older ones. With the pattern tools in Photoshop Elements, you'll create fabric-like backgrounds and even see how to add a bit of stitching. Digital editing merges the old and the new in surprising ways!

3D Imagery

Digital scrapbooking gives you lots of options for creating three-dimensional looks, and in this lesson, you'll see how to use new shortcuts to make this quick and easy. With Photoshop Elements Guided Edit and special filters, you'll be able to create reflections, spheres, and many more effects.

Digital Drawing

It's time to draw! You'll be surprised by how creative you can be with Photoshop Elements drawing tools, even if you don't think of yourself as artistic. With the Pencil tool, the Undo option, and the Eraser tool, changes and corrections are easy. You can even remove something and put it back. You'll see how to add line graphics with Wingdings and turn color images into coloring pages, as well as some other drawing techniques you can use to build backgrounds and art for your scrapbook pages.

Bringing It All Together

In the last lesson, you'll explore a couple of automatic options in Photoshop Elements to help you finish your scrapbooks quickly. You'll see how to build an automatic collage page from your images and how to upload them to book formats you can print at home or send out to have professionally printed. You'll finish this course with lots of great ideas to finish your scrapbooks and share them with your family and friends!

What you will learn

• Get acquainted with options for combining traditional and digital scrapbooking
• Learn to build sophisticated pages with multiple artistic elements
• Examine the options for panoramic layouts, full-page layouts, and recurring themes
• Explore the options for black-and-white scrapbooking
• Learn how to use Photoshop Elements to create special effects for scrapbooks
• Learn to restore images or create nostalgic formats for scrapbooking
• Explore the automated features of Photoshop Elements that let you create quick pages and books

How you will benefit

• Gain confidence in your ability to use Photoshop Elements to create digital scrapbooks for your memories
• Begin a new hobby in digital scrapbooking
• Impress friends and family by creating memorabilia artwork in the form of scrapbooks

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?"

Learn how to use Adobe InDesign CC to create professional-quality letterhead, brochures, forms, eBooks, business materials and more.

Have you ever seen a terrific-looking brochure or newsletter and wondered how it was made? Chances are the designer used Adobe InDesign CC, the industry-standard desktop publishing software now available through the Creative Cloud.

In each lesson, you will learn an important aspect of InDesign CC and prepare a range of print and online products for a fictional company. You will get dozens of files to work with, including a partially completed InDesign document used to start each lesson. Then you will use the downloaded graphics, images, fonts, and other content to complete the project. To check your work or troubleshoot any problems you encounter, you will always get a copy of the finished InDesign project file.

Lesson by lesson, you will discover how the program features relate to producing actual usable documents. You will explore the best ways to create different types of material, how to reuse items such as colors and artwork, and how to produce publications for different page sizes and devices. You will come away knowing how to use this popular page layout software to design and create professional-quality letterhead, business cards, brochures, forms, interactive PDF files, an eBook, and more.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.7 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe InDesign CS6 (Windows), Adobe CS6 Design and Web Premium (Windows), Adobe CS6 Master Collection (Windows), InDesign CS6 (Mac), Adobe CS6 Design and Web Premium (Mac), Adobe CS6 Master Collection (Mac), or Adobe InDesign CC Student or Retail versions (Mac or Windows). Older versions of Adobe InDesign are also applicable, including all versions of Adobe InDesign CS5 and CS4 (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn how to use Adobe InDesign CC software to create professional-quality letterhead, brochures, forms, eBooks, business materials and more. This course uses hands-on exercises and expert instruction to help you discover how the program features relate to producing actual usable documents.

Making Your Way Around InDesign CC

Wouldn't it be terrific if you could use one program to create all the different types of print materials—such as letterhead, forms, and even brochures and business cards? Well, you can. This first lesson introduces the different types of content you can produce with InDesign's workspace and tools. And then you will start working on your first project—a logo for a fictional business.

Setting Up a New Document

This lesson focuses on starting and saving a new print document. What's one of the most common types of print documents? If you said "letterhead," you would be right and well on your way to this lesson's project. By the end of the lesson, you will know how to choose settings for a new file, add background images, and organize your content to create a custom letterhead.

Organizing Objects on a Layout

Organization is a key ingredient in successful work of any kind, and it's critical to successfully using InDesign. This lesson introduces organizing documents in two ways. In the process, you will complete three projects: a sheet of address stickers, a sheet of business cards, and a reusable business card template.

Setting Up a Multipage Document

Many of your projects will use multiple pages with different layouts. Designing a catalog layout is the perfect way to learn these skills, and that's what this lesson focuses on. You will see how to add a graphic into an existing frame, as well as how to add content instantly using a file called a snippet.

Adding, Editing, and Threading Text

Managing text in precise and interesting ways is one of the big advantages of working with InDesign rather than a word-processing program. In this lesson, you will start a two-page brochure project that will take you two lessons to complete.

Importing Graphics and Images

The two key elements in any print project are, of course, text and images. This lesson concludes your two-page brochure project. You will learn different techniques for working with images, such as adding them to the page, adjusting their positions, and coordinating their sizes.

Drawing and Working With Shapes

You might be surprised to learn that InDesign provides you with some of the same sophisticated drawing tools that you will find in Adobe Illustrator. In this lesson, you will learn how to work with some of the drawing tools to design a poster for a fashion show.

Managing and Applying Color

Did you know that your eyes can see over 16 million different colors? It's true! Fortunately, you don't have to work with that many colors in InDesign. In this lesson, you will learn the best methods for choosing, naming, and organizing colors for your greeting card project.

Designing Tables and Creating Forms

When you need to display easy-to-read information in your publication, it's time to use a table. InDesign offers numerous tools for designing and formatting tables while ensuring your content coordinates with other documents. You will see how this works in this lesson when you build a table for an invoice form.

Storing Text and Color Information

Recycling doesn't just apply to physical items. In this lesson, you will learn how to use recycling in InDesign to complete a newsletter project. As you modify colors and styles from previous lessons to create new styles, you will also reuse a lot of the tools and skills you learned in previous lessons.

Creating and Distributing a Complex Document

InDesign provides many options for exporting, reusing, and printing a document. In this lesson, you will design a postcard using special fonts, colors, and image layout features. By the time you finish, you will know how to export a publication and print directly from your desktop.

Working with Color Separations, Special Layouts, and E-Books

In the final lesson, you will test InDesign's versatility. First, you will use a two-color version of the business cards used previously to delve into color separations—a common method of preparing a file for a professional print shop. Finally, you will round out the course by creating an e-book.

What you will learn

• Learn everything you need to know to successfully use this popular page layout software
• Gain hands-on experience as you use graphics, images, fonts, and other content to complete projects
• Check your work or troubleshoot any problems you encounter with the finished InDesign project files explore the best ways to create different types of materials
• Explore the best ways to create different types of materials
• Learn how to produce publications for different page sizes and devices

How you will benefit

• Feel confident using InDesign to create professional-quality business publications
• Gain the skills you need for a great new hobby and way to express your creativity
• Open the door to new freelance and employment opportunities as a designer of business publications

Donna Baker is an educator, learning designer, and technical editor with more than 15 years of experience creating instructional materials. Donna started her career instructing and designing content for health and medical classes. She has since branched out to teaching courses on professional design and publishing tools. She is Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Community Expert.

Learn how to use Adobe InDesign CC to create professional-quality letterhead, brochures, forms, eBooks, business materials and more.

Have you ever seen a terrific-looking brochure or newsletter and wondered how it was made? Chances are the designer used Adobe InDesign CC, the industry-standard desktop publishing software now available through the Creative Cloud.

In each lesson, you will learn an important aspect of InDesign CC and prepare a range of print and online products for a fictional company. You will get dozens of files to work with, including a partially completed InDesign document used to start each lesson. Then you will use the downloaded graphics, images, fonts, and other content to complete the project. To check your work or troubleshoot any problems you encounter, you will always get a copy of the finished InDesign project file.

Lesson by lesson, you will discover how the program features relate to producing actual usable documents. You will explore the best ways to create different types of material, how to reuse items such as colors and artwork, and how to produce publications for different page sizes and devices. You will come away knowing how to use this popular page layout software to design and create professional-quality letterhead, business cards, brochures, forms, interactive PDF files, an eBook, and more.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.7 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe InDesign CS6 (Windows), Adobe CS6 Design and Web Premium (Windows), Adobe CS6 Master Collection (Windows), InDesign CS6 (Mac), Adobe CS6 Design and Web Premium (Mac), Adobe CS6 Master Collection (Mac), or Adobe InDesign CC Student or Retail versions (Mac or Windows). Older versions of Adobe InDesign are also applicable, including all versions of Adobe InDesign CS5 and CS4 (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn how to use Adobe InDesign CC software to create professional-quality letterhead, brochures, forms, eBooks, business materials and more. This course uses hands-on exercises and expert instruction to help you discover how the program features relate to producing actual usable documents.

Making Your Way Around InDesign CC

Wouldn't it be terrific if you could use one program to create all the different types of print materials—such as letterhead, forms, and even brochures and business cards? Well, you can. This first lesson introduces the different types of content you can produce with InDesign's workspace and tools. And then you will start working on your first project—a logo for a fictional business.

Setting Up a New Document

This lesson focuses on starting and saving a new print document. What's one of the most common types of print documents? If you said "letterhead," you would be right and well on your way to this lesson's project. By the end of the lesson, you will know how to choose settings for a new file, add background images, and organize your content to create a custom letterhead.

Organizing Objects on a Layout

Organization is a key ingredient in successful work of any kind, and it's critical to successfully using InDesign. This lesson introduces organizing documents in two ways. In the process, you will complete three projects: a sheet of address stickers, a sheet of business cards, and a reusable business card template.

Setting Up a Multipage Document

Many of your projects will use multiple pages with different layouts. Designing a catalog layout is the perfect way to learn these skills, and that's what this lesson focuses on. You will see how to add a graphic into an existing frame, as well as how to add content instantly using a file called a snippet.

Adding, Editing, and Threading Text

Managing text in precise and interesting ways is one of the big advantages of working with InDesign rather than a word-processing program. In this lesson, you will start a two-page brochure project that will take you two lessons to complete.

Importing Graphics and Images

The two key elements in any print project are, of course, text and images. This lesson concludes your two-page brochure project. You will learn different techniques for working with images, such as adding them to the page, adjusting their positions, and coordinating their sizes.

Drawing and Working With Shapes

You might be surprised to learn that InDesign provides you with some of the same sophisticated drawing tools that you will find in Adobe Illustrator. In this lesson, you will learn how to work with some of the drawing tools to design a poster for a fashion show.

Managing and Applying Color

Did you know that your eyes can see over 16 million different colors? It's true! Fortunately, you don't have to work with that many colors in InDesign. In this lesson, you will learn the best methods for choosing, naming, and organizing colors for your greeting card project.

Designing Tables and Creating Forms

When you need to display easy-to-read information in your publication, it's time to use a table. InDesign offers numerous tools for designing and formatting tables while ensuring your content coordinates with other documents. You will see how this works in this lesson when you build a table for an invoice form.

Storing Text and Color Information

Recycling doesn't just apply to physical items. In this lesson, you will learn how to use recycling in InDesign to complete a newsletter project. As you modify colors and styles from previous lessons to create new styles, you will also reuse a lot of the tools and skills you learned in previous lessons.

Creating and Distributing a Complex Document

InDesign provides many options for exporting, reusing, and printing a document. In this lesson, you will design a postcard using special fonts, colors, and image layout features. By the time you finish, you will know how to export a publication and print directly from your desktop.

Working with Color Separations, Special Layouts, and E-Books

In the final lesson, you will test InDesign's versatility. First, you will use a two-color version of the business cards used previously to delve into color separations—a common method of preparing a file for a professional print shop. Finally, you will round out the course by creating an e-book.

What you will learn

• Learn everything you need to know to successfully use this popular page layout software
• Gain hands-on experience as you use graphics, images, fonts, and other content to complete projects
• Check your work or troubleshoot any problems you encounter with the finished InDesign project files explore the best ways to create different types of materials
• Explore the best ways to create different types of materials
• Learn how to produce publications for different page sizes and devices

How you will benefit

• Feel confident using InDesign to create professional-quality business publications
• Gain the skills you need for a great new hobby and way to express your creativity
• Open the door to new freelance and employment opportunities as a designer of business publications

Donna Baker is an educator, learning designer, and technical editor with more than 15 years of experience creating instructional materials. Donna started her career instructing and designing content for health and medical classes. She has since branched out to teaching courses on professional design and publishing tools. She is Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Community Expert.

Learn to use the tools in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC for the cloud to organize and edit your images, fine-tune lighting and color, and develop an efficient image-processing workflow.

Do you have a lot of images to manage? Adobe Photoshop Lightroom is a fantastic tool for digital photographers at any skill level who need to manipulate and organize photos and images.

This course will teach you how to use Lightroom Classic CC, Adobe's easy-to-use software that prepares, edits, and organizes photos quickly and effectively. Through hands-on exercises, you will learn to use Lightroom Classic CC like a pro and perfect your digital photos!

Note: Adobe offers two versions of Lightroom CC (Lightroom CC and Lightroom Classic CC). This course is written for Lightroom Classic CC only.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• This course is written using the Windows version of the software. If you have Mac, you will need to make standard Windows/Mac keystroke conversions which are included in the course material.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 (64-bit) version 1803 or later.
• Mac: macOS High Sierra 10.13 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Lightroom Classic version CC or an updated version of 6, such as 6.1 (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Lightroom Classic. Please have Lightroom Classic installed prior to beginning the course. Lightroom Classic is periodically updated as part of Adobe's Creative Cloud subscription service and we recommend you have the latest update installed. Lightroom Classic is not included with the course and requires a subscription with Adobe. Please note that this course is for Lightroom Classic, also known as Lightroom Classic CC, and not Lightroom CC, a similar but cloud-based version of Lightroom that is not compatible with this course. Version specifics can be verified from within Lightroom via Help > About Lightroom Classic.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Notes:

• You will need to download zip files and extract images for use in class. The course provides basic directions for this, but you should be comfortable with downloading files, saving them on your computer, and locating them for use. Both Mac and Windows users are welcome, but Mac users should be aware that the course is written using Windows. Mac-Windows differences are minimal and using a Mac will only require a few standard Windows-to-Mac conversions. The software runs nearly the same on both.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Save time as you enhance and manage your digital photos. This course will show you how to effectively edit and organize photos using Lightroom Classic CC with hands-on, easy-to-follow exercises that will help you perfect your digital photo collections.

Meet Lightroom!

In the first lesson, you'll take some time to be sure you're comfortable with the way the online classroom works, downloading images for class, and where things are in Lightroom. You'll learn how to create an organizational system that works with Lightroom and keeps your images easily available to you. With Lightroom's import tools, you'll be able to add keywords to images and add personalized metadata for easy searches and Internet security.

Learn About Libraries

As you continue to learn about libraries and importing images to Lightroom, you'll be pleased to see how many options you have! This lesson will discuss shortcuts for photographers working with Lightroom and several different ways to speed up the import process. You'll also explore a variety of methods to add keywords and use them to search and sort your images. By the end of this lesson, you'll have all the tools you need to import, categorize, and sort images for a clean start to managing your images.

Quick Fixes

In this lesson you'll explore how Lightroom works behind the scenes—something you'll want to know as you move into developing or making changes to your images with Lightroom. With an understanding of how the Library module works for importing, organizing, and exporting images, you're ready to work with Lightroom's Quick Develop tools. In this lesson, you'll see how to make quick changes, not just to one image, but to groups and large batches of images. This is just the beginning of your journey through Lightroom's Develop tools. You'll also learn how to work with multiple images and make virtual copies—all part of Lightroom's quick and easy development tools.

Shapes and Sizes

In this lesson, you'll begin your exploration of the Develop module and the many tools for editing and adjusting images. You'll have lots of hands-on practice with tools for straightening, rotating, and cropping images. It may seem like a straightforward subject, but Lightroom has many variations, so you can perfect both the shape and the size of your images. You may prefer to straighten based on a horizon in the image, or by fine-tuning the alignment against a grid. You can crop to a variety of different preset shapes, create your own custom shape, or crop by hand. You'll be pleased with the results!

The Right Light

Color is an integral part of the perfect print, and it's important to see how Lightroom helps you adjust your overall color tone and lighting with several sophisticated tools. In this lesson, you'll see how to pick the best white balance for your images, use a histogram to adjust the light, and find and correct problem areas with exposure clippings. These changes may be simple, but the right color and lighting bring your pictures to life, and you'll want to start the development process with these adjustments!

The Right Color

In this lesson, you'll complete your study of the Basic panel, and you'll have quite a collection of tools at your disposal from the Develop module. You'll focus on color and see how a subtle adjustment can clear away muted tones. You'll work with contrast, shadows, highlights, saturation, vibrance, and more. You'll also use the new Radial Filter tool. You may not know exactly what each of these does as you begin, but you'll find it's easy to experiment until you like what you see—and before you know it, you'll master the tools!

Sharp and Clear!

Next in your study of Lightroom, you'll have fun seeing the difference when you sharpen an image. Photographers work hard to shoot crisp images, but sometimes things don't go as planned, and that's where Lightroom's tools come in. You'll work with its sharpening and noise reduction tools and then see how to apply its editing options to batches of images, bringing Lightroom's two best features together. It just gets better and better!

To Sync or Not to Sync?

This lesson will continue to discuss synchronizing, or copying changes from one image to many. You'll work with several tools like Red Eye Correction, Spot Removal, and the Adjustment Brush so that you can see how Lightroom corrects subtle issues in selected areas. This lesson will wrap up the topic of the editing tools in Lightroom, and you won't be disappointed!

Exporting

The first few lessons have shown you how to import images into Lightroom and develop them with an amazing array of tools. Now it's time to see what you can do with these images outside of Lightroom. This lesson is about exporting Lightroom's images, and you'll see that there are many options for size, shape, and further editing. Whether you're working with raw or JPEG, Lightroom will efficiently process your images, save your changes, and provide you images you can upload to printers, create scrapbooks with, or use with Adobe's companion products: Photoshop and Photoshop Elements.

Printing

In this lesson, you'll see how to use Lightroom's Print module to create a variety of output options. Whether you print at home or send your images out to print, Lightroom has a number of menus you'll want to be familiar with. You'll see how to print single images, create contact sheets, and customize layouts for many purposes. Once you've mastered the Print module, you'll be ready to print with all the advantages of using Lightroom.

Rating and Collecting

In this lesson, you'll go back to the organizational side of Lightroom and see how to rate images with star ratings and color labels, and you'll also look at how to create collections. With all these tools, you'll be able to categorize and find things with very little effort, especially if you're using Lightroom's facial recognition feature! You'll see how to use Lightroom as a fast tool for locating images and moving forward in your workflow. You can work simply with Quick Collection and Target Collection, or you can create a sophisticated network of your own collections!

Slideshows

The last lesson will show off a bit with Lightroom's slideshow and identity plates. You'll see how to create both a PDF presentation and an MP4 Slideshow with music and special effects from your Lightroom collections. You'll also build an Identity Plate that you can use both in printing and presentations. With all the things you've learned in Lightroom, this is a great way to share your images with friends, family, and clients!

What you will learn

• Learn to apply changes to multiple images
• Develop an efficient image-processing workflow
• Learn how to organize, tag, and make collections with Lightroom's powerful tools
• Understand how to create customized slideshows and presentations
• Learn to fine-tune the overall color and lighting of your images

How you will benefit

• Save time by learning to prepare, edit, and organize your photos quickly and effectively
• Confidently edit your images without the fear of losing your original copies
• Get more organized by sorting and storing your digital photos

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?"

Learn to use the tools in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC for the cloud to organize and edit your images, fine-tune lighting and color, and develop an efficient image-processing workflow.

Do you have a lot of images to manage? Adobe Photoshop Lightroom is a fantastic tool for digital photographers at any skill level who need to manipulate and organize photos and images.

This course will teach you how to use Lightroom Classic CC, Adobe's easy-to-use software that prepares, edits, and organizes photos quickly and effectively. Through hands-on exercises, you will learn to use Lightroom Classic CC like a pro and perfect your digital photos!

Note: Adobe offers two versions of Lightroom CC (Lightroom CC and Lightroom Classic CC). This course is written for Lightroom Classic CC only.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• This course is written using the Windows version of the software. If you have Mac, you will need to make standard Windows/Mac keystroke conversions which are included in the course material.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 (64-bit) version 1803 or later.
• Mac: macOS High Sierra 10.13 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Lightroom Classic version CC or an updated version of 6, such as 6.1 (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Lightroom Classic. Please have Lightroom Classic installed prior to beginning the course. Lightroom Classic is periodically updated as part of Adobe's Creative Cloud subscription service and we recommend you have the latest update installed. Lightroom Classic is not included with the course and requires a subscription with Adobe. Please note that this course is for Lightroom Classic, also known as Lightroom Classic CC, and not Lightroom CC, a similar but cloud-based version of Lightroom that is not compatible with this course. Version specifics can be verified from within Lightroom via Help > About Lightroom Classic.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Notes:

• You will need to download zip files and extract images for use in class. The course provides basic directions for this, but you should be comfortable with downloading files, saving them on your computer, and locating them for use. Both Mac and Windows users are welcome, but Mac users should be aware that the course is written using Windows. Mac-Windows differences are minimal and using a Mac will only require a few standard Windows-to-Mac conversions. The software runs nearly the same on both.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Save time as you enhance and manage your digital photos. This course will show you how to effectively edit and organize photos using Lightroom Classic CC with hands-on, easy-to-follow exercises that will help you perfect your digital photo collections.

Meet Lightroom!

In the first lesson, you'll take some time to be sure you're comfortable with the way the online classroom works, downloading images for class, and where things are in Lightroom. You'll learn how to create an organizational system that works with Lightroom and keeps your images easily available to you. With Lightroom's import tools, you'll be able to add keywords to images and add personalized metadata for easy searches and Internet security.

Learn About Libraries

As you continue to learn about libraries and importing images to Lightroom, you'll be pleased to see how many options you have! This lesson will discuss shortcuts for photographers working with Lightroom and several different ways to speed up the import process. You'll also explore a variety of methods to add keywords and use them to search and sort your images. By the end of this lesson, you'll have all the tools you need to import, categorize, and sort images for a clean start to managing your images.

Quick Fixes

In this lesson you'll explore how Lightroom works behind the scenes—something you'll want to know as you move into developing or making changes to your images with Lightroom. With an understanding of how the Library module works for importing, organizing, and exporting images, you're ready to work with Lightroom's Quick Develop tools. In this lesson, you'll see how to make quick changes, not just to one image, but to groups and large batches of images. This is just the beginning of your journey through Lightroom's Develop tools. You'll also learn how to work with multiple images and make virtual copies—all part of Lightroom's quick and easy development tools.

Shapes and Sizes

In this lesson, you'll begin your exploration of the Develop module and the many tools for editing and adjusting images. You'll have lots of hands-on practice with tools for straightening, rotating, and cropping images. It may seem like a straightforward subject, but Lightroom has many variations, so you can perfect both the shape and the size of your images. You may prefer to straighten based on a horizon in the image, or by fine-tuning the alignment against a grid. You can crop to a variety of different preset shapes, create your own custom shape, or crop by hand. You'll be pleased with the results!

The Right Light

Color is an integral part of the perfect print, and it's important to see how Lightroom helps you adjust your overall color tone and lighting with several sophisticated tools. In this lesson, you'll see how to pick the best white balance for your images, use a histogram to adjust the light, and find and correct problem areas with exposure clippings. These changes may be simple, but the right color and lighting bring your pictures to life, and you'll want to start the development process with these adjustments!

The Right Color

In this lesson, you'll complete your study of the Basic panel, and you'll have quite a collection of tools at your disposal from the Develop module. You'll focus on color and see how a subtle adjustment can clear away muted tones. You'll work with contrast, shadows, highlights, saturation, vibrance, and more. You'll also use the new Radial Filter tool. You may not know exactly what each of these does as you begin, but you'll find it's easy to experiment until you like what you see—and before you know it, you'll master the tools!

Sharp and Clear!

Next in your study of Lightroom, you'll have fun seeing the difference when you sharpen an image. Photographers work hard to shoot crisp images, but sometimes things don't go as planned, and that's where Lightroom's tools come in. You'll work with its sharpening and noise reduction tools and then see how to apply its editing options to batches of images, bringing Lightroom's two best features together. It just gets better and better!

To Sync or Not to Sync?

This lesson will continue to discuss synchronizing, or copying changes from one image to many. You'll work with several tools like Red Eye Correction, Spot Removal, and the Adjustment Brush so that you can see how Lightroom corrects subtle issues in selected areas. This lesson will wrap up the topic of the editing tools in Lightroom, and you won't be disappointed!

Exporting

The first few lessons have shown you how to import images into Lightroom and develop them with an amazing array of tools. Now it's time to see what you can do with these images outside of Lightroom. This lesson is about exporting Lightroom's images, and you'll see that there are many options for size, shape, and further editing. Whether you're working with raw or JPEG, Lightroom will efficiently process your images, save your changes, and provide you images you can upload to printers, create scrapbooks with, or use with Adobe's companion products: Photoshop and Photoshop Elements.

Printing

In this lesson, you'll see how to use Lightroom's Print module to create a variety of output options. Whether you print at home or send your images out to print, Lightroom has a number of menus you'll want to be familiar with. You'll see how to print single images, create contact sheets, and customize layouts for many purposes. Once you've mastered the Print module, you'll be ready to print with all the advantages of using Lightroom.

Rating and Collecting

In this lesson, you'll go back to the organizational side of Lightroom and see how to rate images with star ratings and color labels, and you'll also look at how to create collections. With all these tools, you'll be able to categorize and find things with very little effort, especially if you're using Lightroom's facial recognition feature! You'll see how to use Lightroom as a fast tool for locating images and moving forward in your workflow. You can work simply with Quick Collection and Target Collection, or you can create a sophisticated network of your own collections!

Slideshows

The last lesson will show off a bit with Lightroom's slideshow and identity plates. You'll see how to create both a PDF presentation and an MP4 Slideshow with music and special effects from your Lightroom collections. You'll also build an Identity Plate that you can use both in printing and presentations. With all the things you've learned in Lightroom, this is a great way to share your images with friends, family, and clients!

What you will learn

• Learn to apply changes to multiple images
• Develop an efficient image-processing workflow
• Learn how to organize, tag, and make collections with Lightroom's powerful tools
• Understand how to create customized slideshows and presentations
• Learn to fine-tune the overall color and lighting of your images

How you will benefit

• Save time by learning to prepare, edit, and organize your photos quickly and effectively
• Confidently edit your images without the fear of losing your original copies
• Get more organized by sorting and storing your digital photos

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?"

This hands-on, project-oriented course is filled with easy-to-follow, detailed step-by-step instructions that teach you how to edit and manipulate images and create elemental compositions using Photoshop in the Creative Cloud. Discover how to improve photographs by editing out flaws, correcting poor exposure, or creating a composite image using the newest techniques.

Photoshop is the world's most popular photo-editing program. Artists, photographers, designers, and hobbyists all rely on Adobe Photoshop for image creation and editing. The Introduction to Photoshop CC course provides meticulous instructions that will teach you how to use Photoshop Creative Cloud with confidence.

Photoshop Creative Cloud has a host of impressive new features, and you will encounter a number of them throughout the course. You will be editing your own photographs to get rid of dust and scratches, fix the color, and correct image exposure. Then you will learn how to colorize parts of an image and how to create simple digital paintings. You will master techniques for switching the backgrounds on images and removing wrinkles and blemishes from photos, just like they do in magazines.

You will also learn about the content-aware Move tools that, like magic, let you move something on an image and intelligently replace the "hole" left behind at the same time. By the time you finish this fun, hands-on, project-oriented course, you will be well on your way to expressing yourself with the most exciting graphics program ever developed.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.14 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Creative Cloud, or any version of Adobe Creative Suite CC that includes the Adobe Photoshop CC or Photoshop only (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Whether you are a photographer, digital illustrator, graphic designer, or someone who wants to alter old family photos, you need to learn Adobe Photoshop. The Introduction to Photoshop Creative Cloud course is filled with easy-to-follow, detailed step-by-step instructions that teach you how to edit and manipulate images and create basic compositions using Photoshop in the Creative Cloud. Discover how to improve photographs by editing out flaws, correcting poor exposure, or creating a composite image using the newest techniques Photoshop has to offer. You will even learn how much fun you can have digitally painting and exploring filters and effects to create unique images. And, best of all, you need no prior artistic ability or Photoshop experience to take this course.

Getting to Know Adobe Photoshop

Whether you're an aspiring graphic artist or a weekend photographer, Photoshop can play many roles in image creation. Even if you've never touched Photoshop before, you'll become familiar with Photoshop's interface and be able to open, edit, and save files before this lesson ends. You'll also find out how to download images, and you'll learn how to crop an image to its desired image area.

Understanding Resolution and Layers

In this lesson, you'll learn and apply the basics in setting image resolution by resizing and resampling graphics for both screen and print purposes. Then, explore the wonders of working with layers. Move and transform objects within a scene to recreate a new composition. You will learn how to add, delete, hide, merge, and group layers as well as to change the blending mode of a layer to reveal new visual effects.

Working with Objects

What makes a good image composite? Find out in this lesson where you will discover the principles of image compositing and apply these by combining images to create your first image composites. Find out how linked layers work and see what Smart Objects can do. You will learn how to use guides to assist in placing and aligning objects. Then, you will use multiple images to create a realistic still-life image. Learn how to transform objects by scaling, rotating, distorting, and warping them.

Image Adjustments

Do you have an old image that has faded over the years? Are your vacation photos over-exposed or too dark? Use image adjustments to correct contrast and color! In this lesson, you will find out how to correct an image's contrast and make the colors pop using image adjustments. You can even remove color to make a black and white or toned image. Then, apply several image adjustments along with blending modes to create a surreal image! Finish this lesson by exploring the filters gallery to apply various artistic filters to a collage.

Image Retouch and Restoration

Need to clear up a few blemishes on a headshot? Or remove unwanted telephone wires from a landscape? This lesson introduces you to the tools used in photo retouching and restoration. This lesson also covers sharpening an image, blurring areas of an image to create a depth of field, and adding a vignette to an image. You will learn how to easily clear up blemishes in portraits and restore old, damaged photographs. You will also learn how to remove or duplicate objects in a scene.

Colorizing Images

Learn how to combine colors and create color themes using Adobe Color. Sample colors from an existing image to create a new color scheme. Then, apply color to black and white photos using several techniques to color areas. Color a single object in a black and white image to create emphasis, or color the entire image, as if filling in a "digital" coloring book. This lesson also covers how to save and load swatches of color to use on other projects.

Working with Brushes

Adobe Photoshop is one of the leading applications for digital painting. This lesson introduces you to brushes and teaches you to paint using different brush types to simulate real artists' materials, such as charcoal, pastels, oil paint, and watercolor. You do not have to have strong drawing skills to complete this lesson. You will sample color from existing images and use these as templates for your digital painting.

Working with Selections

One of the most basic skills you need in Photoshop is the ability to select areas of an image. Often, you'll want to make adjustments to or fine tune areas of a photograph. The act of editing an image, no matter the desired outcome, is based heavily on your ability to make good pixel selections. In this lesson, you will learn how to use the various selection tools and to use them to create convincing shadows to objects in a composition.

Working with Masks

Masks can hide or reveal parts of a layer. Learn to use masks with images and adjustment layers to advance your image manipulation skills. Learn to use and modify masks to create complex selections around objects with thin strands of hair and clipping masks to add textures to objects.

Working with Vectors

Photoshop is able to create vector shapes and paths, which are used across many Adobe products, so learning these tools can put you ahead of the game when you are learning software such as Adobe Illustrator. This lesson is designed to guide you through the technical tools in a way that is easy to grasp.

Type and Layer Effects

Want to create an invitation or promote an event? This lesson shows you how to apply typography with images to create effective design by utilizing Adobe Fonts, manipulating text using warping, typing on a path, or typing as a mask to place an image within the letterforms. Then, polish the look of your text with layer effects. This lesson will introduce you to a world of limitless type effects.

Preparing Files for Output

Understanding what file formats to use and when can be confusing. This final lesson covers file types and when to use them. Learn how to prepare files for both print and web output. You will also learn how to create a Behance portfolio page to showcase and promote your work!

What you will learn

• Master the fundamentals of Photoshop's interface and tools
• Understand the essentials of digital imaging including file formats, color modes, image size, and resolution.
• Comprehend and apply digital color theory and practice colorization and digital painting
• Identify and apply the methods of photo retouch and restoration
• Use the functionality of Photoshop's layers, selections, and masking features

How you will benefit

• Discover everything you need to confidently use the tools in Photoshop to restore, retouch, and rearrange images
• Develop the skills you need to begin a new hobby or entry-level career using Photoshop
• Learn to effectively retouch photos and develop professional quality images for your home or business
• Harness the power of Photoshop to create stunning images by enhancing photographs and developing works of art

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

This hands-on, project-oriented course is filled with easy-to-follow, detailed step-by-step instructions that teach you how to edit and manipulate images and create elemental compositions using Photoshop in the Creative Cloud. Discover how to improve photographs by editing out flaws, correcting poor exposure, or creating a composite image using the newest techniques.

Photoshop is the world's most popular photo-editing program. Artists, photographers, designers, and hobbyists all rely on Adobe Photoshop for image creation and editing. The Introduction to Photoshop CC course provides meticulous instructions that will teach you how to use Photoshop Creative Cloud with confidence.

Photoshop Creative Cloud has a host of impressive new features, and you will encounter a number of them throughout the course. You will be editing your own photographs to get rid of dust and scratches, fix the color, and correct image exposure. Then you will learn how to colorize parts of an image and how to create simple digital paintings. You will master techniques for switching the backgrounds on images and removing wrinkles and blemishes from photos, just like they do in magazines.

You will also learn about the content-aware Move tools that, like magic, let you move something on an image and intelligently replace the "hole" left behind at the same time. By the time you finish this fun, hands-on, project-oriented course, you will be well on your way to expressing yourself with the most exciting graphics program ever developed.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.14 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Creative Cloud, or any version of Adobe Creative Suite CC that includes the Adobe Photoshop CC or Photoshop only (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Whether you are a photographer, digital illustrator, graphic designer, or someone who wants to alter old family photos, you need to learn Adobe Photoshop. The Introduction to Photoshop Creative Cloud course is filled with easy-to-follow, detailed step-by-step instructions that teach you how to edit and manipulate images and create basic compositions using Photoshop in the Creative Cloud. Discover how to improve photographs by editing out flaws, correcting poor exposure, or creating a composite image using the newest techniques Photoshop has to offer. You will even learn how much fun you can have digitally painting and exploring filters and effects to create unique images. And, best of all, you need no prior artistic ability or Photoshop experience to take this course.

Getting to Know Adobe Photoshop

Whether you're an aspiring graphic artist or a weekend photographer, Photoshop can play many roles in image creation. Even if you've never touched Photoshop before, you'll become familiar with Photoshop's interface and be able to open, edit, and save files before this lesson ends. You'll also find out how to download images, and you'll learn how to crop an image to its desired image area.

Understanding Resolution and Layers

In this lesson, you'll learn and apply the basics in setting image resolution by resizing and resampling graphics for both screen and print purposes. Then, explore the wonders of working with layers. Move and transform objects within a scene to recreate a new composition. You will learn how to add, delete, hide, merge, and group layers as well as to change the blending mode of a layer to reveal new visual effects.

Working with Objects

What makes a good image composite? Find out in this lesson where you will discover the principles of image compositing and apply these by combining images to create your first image composites. Find out how linked layers work and see what Smart Objects can do. You will learn how to use guides to assist in placing and aligning objects. Then, you will use multiple images to create a realistic still-life image. Learn how to transform objects by scaling, rotating, distorting, and warping them.

Image Adjustments

Do you have an old image that has faded over the years? Are your vacation photos over-exposed or too dark? Use image adjustments to correct contrast and color! In this lesson, you will find out how to correct an image's contrast and make the colors pop using image adjustments. You can even remove color to make a black and white or toned image. Then, apply several image adjustments along with blending modes to create a surreal image! Finish this lesson by exploring the filters gallery to apply various artistic filters to a collage.

Image Retouch and Restoration

Need to clear up a few blemishes on a headshot? Or remove unwanted telephone wires from a landscape? This lesson introduces you to the tools used in photo retouching and restoration. This lesson also covers sharpening an image, blurring areas of an image to create a depth of field, and adding a vignette to an image. You will learn how to easily clear up blemishes in portraits and restore old, damaged photographs. You will also learn how to remove or duplicate objects in a scene.

Colorizing Images

Learn how to combine colors and create color themes using Adobe Color. Sample colors from an existing image to create a new color scheme. Then, apply color to black and white photos using several techniques to color areas. Color a single object in a black and white image to create emphasis, or color the entire image, as if filling in a "digital" coloring book. This lesson also covers how to save and load swatches of color to use on other projects.

Working with Brushes

Adobe Photoshop is one of the leading applications for digital painting. This lesson introduces you to brushes and teaches you to paint using different brush types to simulate real artists' materials, such as charcoal, pastels, oil paint, and watercolor. You do not have to have strong drawing skills to complete this lesson. You will sample color from existing images and use these as templates for your digital painting.

Working with Selections

One of the most basic skills you need in Photoshop is the ability to select areas of an image. Often, you'll want to make adjustments to or fine tune areas of a photograph. The act of editing an image, no matter the desired outcome, is based heavily on your ability to make good pixel selections. In this lesson, you will learn how to use the various selection tools and to use them to create convincing shadows to objects in a composition.

Working with Masks

Masks can hide or reveal parts of a layer. Learn to use masks with images and adjustment layers to advance your image manipulation skills. Learn to use and modify masks to create complex selections around objects with thin strands of hair and clipping masks to add textures to objects.

Working with Vectors

Photoshop is able to create vector shapes and paths, which are used across many Adobe products, so learning these tools can put you ahead of the game when you are learning software such as Adobe Illustrator. This lesson is designed to guide you through the technical tools in a way that is easy to grasp.

Type and Layer Effects

Want to create an invitation or promote an event? This lesson shows you how to apply typography with images to create effective design by utilizing Adobe Fonts, manipulating text using warping, typing on a path, or typing as a mask to place an image within the letterforms. Then, polish the look of your text with layer effects. This lesson will introduce you to a world of limitless type effects.

Preparing Files for Output

Understanding what file formats to use and when can be confusing. This final lesson covers file types and when to use them. Learn how to prepare files for both print and web output. You will also learn how to create a Behance portfolio page to showcase and promote your work!

What you will learn

• Master the fundamentals of Photoshop's interface and tools
• Understand the essentials of digital imaging including file formats, color modes, image size, and resolution.
• Comprehend and apply digital color theory and practice colorization and digital painting
• Identify and apply the methods of photo retouch and restoration
• Use the functionality of Photoshop's layers, selections, and masking features

How you will benefit

• Discover everything you need to confidently use the tools in Photoshop to restore, retouch, and rearrange images
• Develop the skills you need to begin a new hobby or entry-level career using Photoshop
• Learn to effectively retouch photos and develop professional quality images for your home or business
• Harness the power of Photoshop to create stunning images by enhancing photographs and developing works of art

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Take your photography to the next level by learning how to master lenses, apertures, shutter speed, exposure settings, and more on your digital SLR camera.

Take control of your digital SLR camera. In this course, you will break through the technology barrier and learn how to use your DSLR to take beautiful photos.

You will start out by learning about the many features and controls of your DSLR and look at the lenses you need for the kind of photography you enjoy. Next, you will learn about metering, exposure compensation, managing aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. You will find out how to use these features to get the right exposure for every shot. Then turn your attention to flash photography, managing camera controls, photo files, and even working in manual mode. With these skills, you will be able to take your photography to the next level.

By the end of this course, you will be a DSLR master and will be able to take the photos you've always dreamed of.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• Any digital SLR camera. Point and shoot digital cameras are not compatible with the course content.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Break through the technology barrier and discover how to use your DSLR to take beautiful photos. This course will help you learn about features and controls, proper lenses, metering, exposure, and more to take your photography to the next level.

Getting to Know Your Digital SLR Camera

In this lesson, you will explore the basics of your DSLR camera such as buttons, and controls, and the exposure mode options for different shooting situations. This lesson also covers some general maintenance and housekeeping issues with memory cards, batteries, and cleaning—and by the end of this lesson, you will feel empowered to get started with your DSLR camera.

Zooming in on Lenses

This lesson is all about DLSR lenses. One of the most important features of the DSLR is the ability to change lenses based on shooting conditions. You will find out how lenses work, some of the most common DSLR lenses, and what shooting conditions those lenses can help you.

Seeing Clearly: Exposure, Focus, and Metering

Do you know how your camera sees a photo? In this lesson, you will learn about the three components of exposure—aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. You will also learn about metering modes and how your camera uses these to determine the correct exposure for a photo.

Going Deep: Using Aperture

The previous lessons introduced the aperture, but this lesson will discuss it in depth. You will learn how this aspect of exposure controls how much light enters the camera, and you will discover how to control this light to affect the quality of your photos as well as certain focusing effects.

Speeding Up and Slowing Down With Shutter Speed

This lesson is all about shutter speed—a second aspect of exposure. Shutter speed controls the amount of time that light enters the camera when you take a photo. You probably equate shutter speed with fast-action shots, such as sports photos. A fast shutter speed can stop action, but a slow shutter speed also offers a world of shooting opportunities.

Getting Bright With ISO

This lesson explores how ISO settings affect camera exposure. ISO manages the camera's sensitivity to light—the higher the ISO setting, the more sensitive. While ISO appears to be an easy fix for potentially dark photos, it can be a tricky setting to use. You will learn all about ISO solutions, potential ISO problems, and how to manage ISO on your DSLR.

Making the Most of Flash Photography

In this lesson, you will explore your DSLR's flash options. You will learn about using and controlling the on-board flash, and you will also learn how to use an external flash with your DSLR's hot shoe.

Managing Photo Files, Editing, and Movies

This lesson is all about editing photos and shooting movies on your DSLR. Your camera organizes photo information and stores the photos you take on memory cards. This way, you end up with a digital photo you can use on a computer or print.

Working With Manual Mode

Manual mode is an exposure mode on your DSLR that lets you make all of the decisions. In this lesson, you will learn how to master manual mode and use it in a variety of shooting situations. To be a great DSLR photographer, manual mode is a must.

Getting Better Exposure

Your DSLR is a sophisticated tool that can help you take great photos. But the DSLR can only capture what you choose for it to capture. For all of the bells and whistles, your DSLR needs a human—a photographer—to capture great photos. In this lesson, you will explore how to get better exposure through composition, and managing available light.

Shooting HDR Photos

In the previous lesson, you learned about a helpful feature called exposure bracketing. With exposure bracketing, you can take several identical photos using different exposures. This way, you can choose which photo looks best. Exposure bracketing also offers another option—shooting high dynamic range (HDR) photos.

Mastering Difficult Shooting Situations

In this final lesson, you will explore the three kinds of photos that give DSLR photographers the most trouble: fast-action shots, macro shots, and low-light photography. The good news is your DSLR can help you master these shooting situations if you know how to use the camera's tools and features, and in this lesson, you will see how to put these features to work.

What you will learn

• Learn the basic features of a DSLR camera
• Gain hands-on experience using lenses effectively
• Learn to use exposure, focus and metering controls
• Learn to manage shutter speed and control ISO settings
• Understand how to shoot photos in manual mode
• Master difficult shooting situations, such as fast-action photography

How you will benefit

• Learn to perfectly capture important memories
• Take the photos you've always dreamed of taking
• Gain confidence using your DSLR camera technology

Curt Simmons, B.A., M.Ed, is a best-selling author, trainer, and multi-media expert. He holds degrees in English and communication studies and has more than 10 years of experience teaching English and writing in the classroom. Additionally, Simmons has authored numerous books on a wide variety of technology topics and has been a technical editor for numerous other titles.

Take your photography to the next level by learning how to master lenses, apertures, shutter speed, exposure settings, and more on your digital SLR camera.

Take control of your digital SLR camera. In this course, you will break through the technology barrier and learn how to use your DSLR to take beautiful photos.

You will start out by learning about the many features and controls of your DSLR and look at the lenses you need for the kind of photography you enjoy. Next, you will learn about metering, exposure compensation, managing aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. You will find out how to use these features to get the right exposure for every shot. Then turn your attention to flash photography, managing camera controls, photo files, and even working in manual mode. With these skills, you will be able to take your photography to the next level.

By the end of this course, you will be a DSLR master and will be able to take the photos you've always dreamed of.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• Any digital SLR camera. Point and shoot digital cameras are not compatible with the course content.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Break through the technology barrier and discover how to use your DSLR to take beautiful photos. This course will help you learn about features and controls, proper lenses, metering, exposure, and more to take your photography to the next level.

Getting to Know Your Digital SLR Camera

In this lesson, you will explore the basics of your DSLR camera such as buttons, and controls, and the exposure mode options for different shooting situations. This lesson also covers some general maintenance and housekeeping issues with memory cards, batteries, and cleaning—and by the end of this lesson, you will feel empowered to get started with your DSLR camera.

Zooming in on Lenses

This lesson is all about DLSR lenses. One of the most important features of the DSLR is the ability to change lenses based on shooting conditions. You will find out how lenses work, some of the most common DSLR lenses, and what shooting conditions those lenses can help you.

Seeing Clearly: Exposure, Focus, and Metering

Do you know how your camera sees a photo? In this lesson, you will learn about the three components of exposure—aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. You will also learn about metering modes and how your camera uses these to determine the correct exposure for a photo.

Going Deep: Using Aperture

The previous lessons introduced the aperture, but this lesson will discuss it in depth. You will learn how this aspect of exposure controls how much light enters the camera, and you will discover how to control this light to affect the quality of your photos as well as certain focusing effects.

Speeding Up and Slowing Down With Shutter Speed

This lesson is all about shutter speed—a second aspect of exposure. Shutter speed controls the amount of time that light enters the camera when you take a photo. You probably equate shutter speed with fast-action shots, such as sports photos. A fast shutter speed can stop action, but a slow shutter speed also offers a world of shooting opportunities.

Getting Bright With ISO

This lesson explores how ISO settings affect camera exposure. ISO manages the camera's sensitivity to light—the higher the ISO setting, the more sensitive. While ISO appears to be an easy fix for potentially dark photos, it can be a tricky setting to use. You will learn all about ISO solutions, potential ISO problems, and how to manage ISO on your DSLR.

Making the Most of Flash Photography

In this lesson, you will explore your DSLR's flash options. You will learn about using and controlling the on-board flash, and you will also learn how to use an external flash with your DSLR's hot shoe.

Managing Photo Files, Editing, and Movies

This lesson is all about editing photos and shooting movies on your DSLR. Your camera organizes photo information and stores the photos you take on memory cards. This way, you end up with a digital photo you can use on a computer or print.

Working With Manual Mode

Manual mode is an exposure mode on your DSLR that lets you make all of the decisions. In this lesson, you will learn how to master manual mode and use it in a variety of shooting situations. To be a great DSLR photographer, manual mode is a must.

Getting Better Exposure

Your DSLR is a sophisticated tool that can help you take great photos. But the DSLR can only capture what you choose for it to capture. For all of the bells and whistles, your DSLR needs a human—a photographer—to capture great photos. In this lesson, you will explore how to get better exposure through composition, and managing available light.

Shooting HDR Photos

In the previous lesson, you learned about a helpful feature called exposure bracketing. With exposure bracketing, you can take several identical photos using different exposures. This way, you can choose which photo looks best. Exposure bracketing also offers another option—shooting high dynamic range (HDR) photos.

Mastering Difficult Shooting Situations

In this final lesson, you will explore the three kinds of photos that give DSLR photographers the most trouble: fast-action shots, macro shots, and low-light photography. The good news is your DSLR can help you master these shooting situations if you know how to use the camera's tools and features, and in this lesson, you will see how to put these features to work.

What you will learn

• Learn the basic features of a DSLR camera
• Gain hands-on experience using lenses effectively
• Learn to use exposure, focus and metering controls
• Learn to manage shutter speed and control ISO settings
• Understand how to shoot photos in manual mode
• Master difficult shooting situations, such as fast-action photography

How you will benefit

• Learn to perfectly capture important memories
• Take the photos you've always dreamed of taking
• Gain confidence using your DSLR camera technology

Curt Simmons, B.A., M.Ed, is a best-selling author, trainer, and multi-media expert. He holds degrees in English and communication studies and has more than 10 years of experience teaching English and writing in the classroom. Additionally, Simmons has authored numerous books on a wide variety of technology topics and has been a technical editor for numerous other titles.

Learn how to use your digital camera to take stunning nature photos, including landscapes, flowers, animals, and even macro shots.

Nature photography can be a fun, relaxing, and exciting hobby! In this course, you'll learn about the many aspects of outdoor photography as well as how to master your digital camera's controls and features. With the knowledge you gain in this course, you'll be taking exceptional nature photos in no time.

You'll explore composition and lighting issues and find out how to take beautiful photos of landscapes, flowers, trees, and water. Along the way, you'll delve into your camera's shutter speed and aperture controls so that you'll be able to capture the photos you really want. You will discover how to use your computer to process your photos and digitally correct the most common problems. You'll see how your photos can become works of art rather than just snapshots of nature. By the end of this course, you'll have become the nature photographer you always wanted to be!

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Discover how your nature photos can become works of art rather than just snapshots. This course will help you explore composition and lighting as you master your digital camera's controls and features to take exceptional nature photos in no time.

The Joy of Nature Photography

In this first lesson, you'll explore what makes nature photography an exciting and joyful hobby. You'll do fun exercises that help you focus on the details in the world around you. You'll delve into the concepts of composition, form, shape, and contrast. Finally, you'll go on a digital journey to one of the coolest places in the world!

Light and Composition

Nothing could be more important to a photographer than light, right? So, in this lesson, you'll to explore how to work with different kinds of sunlight, use fill flash, and photograph the sun. The lesson will talk about using the rule of thirds to compose attractive photos, and you'll also take a look at three cool natural forms that make great patterns to photograph. Light + composition + natural forms = the next step in your development as a nature photographer!

Landscape Photography

Landscapes are a pleasure to photograph, so you'll explore how to make landscape photos that are a pleasure to look at, too! In this lesson, you'll figure out how to manage aperture settings and depth of field to get the most from your landscapes, and then you'll realize the benefits of focal points and vantage points. You'll also receive some tips to help you spice up landscapes that are flat or lack obvious details.

Photographing Flowers and Trees

Nature is full of interesting subjects to photograph, and flowers and trees are two of the best, so get ready to experiment photographically with a variety of textures, patterns, and colors! You'll start this lesson with the basics of photographing flowers, and then move on to explore advanced techniques the pros use. You'll also gain an appreciation for the ways trees can communicate feeling and practice photographing them in a way that evokes the specific feeling of a season or place. You'll discover the joys of trying unexpected perspectives as you take your photos.

Photographing Water

Water is a fun subject to photograph, but it does present some challenges that you'll tackle in this lesson. You'll learn how to use your camera to compose photographs of large bodies of water (like oceans and lakes), and then receive some fun tips for taking effective shots of streams and rivers. You'll also get better acquainted with your shutter-speed settings and practice controlling them to blur or freeze action to create interesting effects.

Telephoto Photography

Telephoto equipment can help you get close to subjects that are far away or too dangerous to approach, thus giving you access to an otherwise inaccessible natural world. That's why, in this lesson, you'll investigate the ways telephoto equipment can enhance your experience of nature photography. You'll find out how your camera and lenses handle magnification and gain an understanding of how to work effectively with a telephoto lens. Then, you'll turn your attention to composing telephoto shots, and you'll practice photographing clouds, the moon, and the stars. Whether you're already working with a telephoto lens, want to buy one, or prefer to stick with the zoom lens on your consumer camera, this lesson will help you gain confidence in the telephoto realm.

Large Animal Photography

Large animal photography, as you might expect, can be a lot of fun and very exciting! In this lesson, you'll explore how to get the best photographs of large animals, whether domesticated or in the wild. You'll photograph single animals, groups, and animals in zoos and other captive areas. You'll also learn how to get pets to cooperate for a photo shoot!

Small Animal Photography

In this lesson, you'll delve into strategies for photographing small animals in the wild, including reptiles and other sneaky creatures. The lesson will discuss common composition, angle, and lighting issues you're going to be wrestling with. You'll learn tricks for photographing small animals at zoos, including animals in terrariums and aquariums. You'll also receive tips for photographing your small pet, including how to keep your pet's attention and what to do to avoid getting an ugly yellow color cast in your photos when shooting pet portraits indoors.

Photographing Birds

In this lesson, you'll learn about the challenges of photographing birds and the techniques for overcoming those challenges. Birds in flight, for example, can be tough to handle, because you have to be fast on the draw with your camera's settings and manage backlighting to prevent exposure problems. You'll learn to deal with these issues and get started setting up a bird photo studio in your own backyard, which you can use to practice all of your bird photography skills year-round.

Macro Photography

In this lesson, you'll delve into macro photography, which you'll use to document some of the smallest creatures in the natural world. You'll sort through your equipment options, ranging from inexpensive attachments to more expensive options like macro lenses. You'll also investigate the particular challenges of exposure, shutter speed, and depth of field. Finally, you'll take a look at a collection of macro photos and learn what works and what doesn't.

Post-Processing

Photo-editing software gives you the opportunity to correct common photography problems and enhance photos creatively. Need to fix a blemish, crop a photo, or adjust the color? In this lesson, you'll find out how to make these quick fixes. Then, you'll turn your attention to more advanced functions, like using layers and masks to make complex edits. You'll finish up by exploring some of the just-for-fun options of photo-editing software, like special-effects filters and using layers to add text. If you're not already working with photo-editing software, you'll receive a link to a free program you can download in order to explore the techniques taught in the lesson.

Abstract Nature Photography

This lesson will wrap things up with a fun exploration of the creative possibilities of abstract nature photos. You'll expand your understanding of subjects and composition and see how abstract photos work to achieve a specific effect or feeling. The discussion will end with a tour through a gallery of abstract photos, and you'll see a final entry in a photo journal from Tulum, Mexico—a favorite spot for photographers.

What you will learn

• Learn the parts, accessories, and functions of your digital camera and learn how to use this knowledge to improve your photography
• Explore composition and lighting issues and discover how to take beautiful photos of your favorite natural subjects
• Discover how you can use your computer to process photos and apply digitally corrections
• Explore abstract nature photography and discover the artistic possibilities of your photography

How you will benefit

• Discover the useful features and capabilities of your digital camera, and make the most of your investment
• Gain confidence in your ability to photograph beautiful scenery and other favorite natural subjects
• Impress friends and family through the knowledge and skills you acquire in digital photography

Curt Simmons, B.A., M.Ed, is a best-selling author, trainer, and multi-media expert. He holds degrees in English and communication studies and has more than 10 years of experience teaching English and writing in the classroom. Additionally, Simmons has authored numerous books on a wide variety of technology topics and has been a technical editor for numerous other titles.

Learn how to use your digital camera to take stunning nature photos, including landscapes, flowers, animals, and even macro shots.

Nature photography can be a fun, relaxing, and exciting hobby! In this course, you'll learn about the many aspects of outdoor photography as well as how to master your digital camera's controls and features. With the knowledge you gain in this course, you'll be taking exceptional nature photos in no time.

You'll explore composition and lighting issues and find out how to take beautiful photos of landscapes, flowers, trees, and water. Along the way, you'll delve into your camera's shutter speed and aperture controls so that you'll be able to capture the photos you really want. You will discover how to use your computer to process your photos and digitally correct the most common problems. You'll see how your photos can become works of art rather than just snapshots of nature. By the end of this course, you'll have become the nature photographer you always wanted to be!

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Discover how your nature photos can become works of art rather than just snapshots. This course will help you explore composition and lighting as you master your digital camera's controls and features to take exceptional nature photos in no time.

The Joy of Nature Photography

In this first lesson, you'll explore what makes nature photography an exciting and joyful hobby. You'll do fun exercises that help you focus on the details in the world around you. You'll delve into the concepts of composition, form, shape, and contrast. Finally, you'll go on a digital journey to one of the coolest places in the world!

Light and Composition

Nothing could be more important to a photographer than light, right? So, in this lesson, you'll to explore how to work with different kinds of sunlight, use fill flash, and photograph the sun. The lesson will talk about using the rule of thirds to compose attractive photos, and you'll also take a look at three cool natural forms that make great patterns to photograph. Light + composition + natural forms = the next step in your development as a nature photographer!

Landscape Photography

Landscapes are a pleasure to photograph, so you'll explore how to make landscape photos that are a pleasure to look at, too! In this lesson, you'll figure out how to manage aperture settings and depth of field to get the most from your landscapes, and then you'll realize the benefits of focal points and vantage points. You'll also receive some tips to help you spice up landscapes that are flat or lack obvious details.

Photographing Flowers and Trees

Nature is full of interesting subjects to photograph, and flowers and trees are two of the best, so get ready to experiment photographically with a variety of textures, patterns, and colors! You'll start this lesson with the basics of photographing flowers, and then move on to explore advanced techniques the pros use. You'll also gain an appreciation for the ways trees can communicate feeling and practice photographing them in a way that evokes the specific feeling of a season or place. You'll discover the joys of trying unexpected perspectives as you take your photos.

Photographing Water

Water is a fun subject to photograph, but it does present some challenges that you'll tackle in this lesson. You'll learn how to use your camera to compose photographs of large bodies of water (like oceans and lakes), and then receive some fun tips for taking effective shots of streams and rivers. You'll also get better acquainted with your shutter-speed settings and practice controlling them to blur or freeze action to create interesting effects.

Telephoto Photography

Telephoto equipment can help you get close to subjects that are far away or too dangerous to approach, thus giving you access to an otherwise inaccessible natural world. That's why, in this lesson, you'll investigate the ways telephoto equipment can enhance your experience of nature photography. You'll find out how your camera and lenses handle magnification and gain an understanding of how to work effectively with a telephoto lens. Then, you'll turn your attention to composing telephoto shots, and you'll practice photographing clouds, the moon, and the stars. Whether you're already working with a telephoto lens, want to buy one, or prefer to stick with the zoom lens on your consumer camera, this lesson will help you gain confidence in the telephoto realm.

Large Animal Photography

Large animal photography, as you might expect, can be a lot of fun and very exciting! In this lesson, you'll explore how to get the best photographs of large animals, whether domesticated or in the wild. You'll photograph single animals, groups, and animals in zoos and other captive areas. You'll also learn how to get pets to cooperate for a photo shoot!

Small Animal Photography

In this lesson, you'll delve into strategies for photographing small animals in the wild, including reptiles and other sneaky creatures. The lesson will discuss common composition, angle, and lighting issues you're going to be wrestling with. You'll learn tricks for photographing small animals at zoos, including animals in terrariums and aquariums. You'll also receive tips for photographing your small pet, including how to keep your pet's attention and what to do to avoid getting an ugly yellow color cast in your photos when shooting pet portraits indoors.

Photographing Birds

In this lesson, you'll learn about the challenges of photographing birds and the techniques for overcoming those challenges. Birds in flight, for example, can be tough to handle, because you have to be fast on the draw with your camera's settings and manage backlighting to prevent exposure problems. You'll learn to deal with these issues and get started setting up a bird photo studio in your own backyard, which you can use to practice all of your bird photography skills year-round.

Macro Photography

In this lesson, you'll delve into macro photography, which you'll use to document some of the smallest creatures in the natural world. You'll sort through your equipment options, ranging from inexpensive attachments to more expensive options like macro lenses. You'll also investigate the particular challenges of exposure, shutter speed, and depth of field. Finally, you'll take a look at a collection of macro photos and learn what works and what doesn't.

Post-Processing

Photo-editing software gives you the opportunity to correct common photography problems and enhance photos creatively. Need to fix a blemish, crop a photo, or adjust the color? In this lesson, you'll find out how to make these quick fixes. Then, you'll turn your attention to more advanced functions, like using layers and masks to make complex edits. You'll finish up by exploring some of the just-for-fun options of photo-editing software, like special-effects filters and using layers to add text. If you're not already working with photo-editing software, you'll receive a link to a free program you can download in order to explore the techniques taught in the lesson.

Abstract Nature Photography

This lesson will wrap things up with a fun exploration of the creative possibilities of abstract nature photos. You'll expand your understanding of subjects and composition and see how abstract photos work to achieve a specific effect or feeling. The discussion will end with a tour through a gallery of abstract photos, and you'll see a final entry in a photo journal from Tulum, Mexico—a favorite spot for photographers.

What you will learn

• Learn the parts, accessories, and functions of your digital camera and learn how to use this knowledge to improve your photography
• Explore composition and lighting issues and discover how to take beautiful photos of your favorite natural subjects
• Discover how you can use your computer to process photos and apply digitally corrections
• Explore abstract nature photography and discover the artistic possibilities of your photography

How you will benefit

• Discover the useful features and capabilities of your digital camera, and make the most of your investment
• Gain confidence in your ability to photograph beautiful scenery and other favorite natural subjects
• Impress friends and family through the knowledge and skills you acquire in digital photography

Curt Simmons, B.A., M.Ed, is a best-selling author, trainer, and multi-media expert. He holds degrees in English and communication studies and has more than 10 years of experience teaching English and writing in the classroom. Additionally, Simmons has authored numerous books on a wide variety of technology topics and has been a technical editor for numerous other titles.

Learn to take beautiful pictures of adults, children, and babies.

Photographing people can be fun, exciting, and complicated! This course will make taking beautiful pictures of adults, children, and babies simple. You will start with the basic principles you need to know in order to become a people photographer. You will discover the best way to shoot faces, fix common close-up problems, and use digital photo editing techniques to retouch your photos and make other improvements.

Then you will move onto portrait and formal group shots, where you will learn how to organize people, which angles to use, and which to avoid. You will become proficient in action photography, and you will learn some fun, creative ways to photograph children and babies. You will even gain expertise in filling your photographs with imagery, setting moods, and creating themes. This course will have you well on your way to becoming a skilled people photographer.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• You will need a digital camera.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• A digital editing program of your choice, such as the latest version of Photoshop Elements (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Become a skilled photographer when it comes to taking beautiful pictures of adults, children, or babies. This course will help you discover the best way to shoot faces, fix common close-up problems, and use digital photo editing techniques to retouch your photos.

Digital Camera Basics

Photographing people is one of the most exciting and complicated kinds of photography. Yet, with just a few skills, you'll soon be taking better pictures of people. You'll begin this lesson by exploring digital photography equipment and learning how to set up an inexpensive home studio.

All About Exposure

In this lesson, you'll learn about exposure and the pivotal role it plays in photography. The lesson will talk about the three camera controls that affect exposure, and you'll find out how to use these controls to achieve the desired effect in your photographs.

Indoor and Outdoor Lighting Techniques

In this lesson, you'll learn about light. Every photo is made from the effects of light on your digital camera's sensor, so the importance of understanding and using light has an enormous impact on your photos. You'll find out how to make the most of indoor and outdoor light and how to use some tactics to give you better shots. Then, you'll explore some difficult lighting situations and how to overcome those problems in order to take great people photos.

Composing Photographs

In this lesson, you'll learn how to compose a photo. Photo composition involves not only the primary subject and secondary objects, but also the general look and overall feeling of a photo. You'll find out how to tackle common composition problems, use the rule of thirds, put tactics to work in order to shoot sharp photos, and use depth of field to your advantage.

Taking Portraits of Individuals and Groups

People photographers spend most of their time taking portraits of individuals and groups, but posing and arranging these shots can be difficult. In this lesson, you'll learn how to solve common problems with portraits and how to arrange and shoot portrait and group photos that give you a true representation of the individual or group.

Photographing Hands, Faces, and People With Their Pets

In this lesson, you'll learn how to take photos of faces, hands, and people with their pets. You'll discover how to manage composition, posing, and angles, and how to capture meaningful photos that communicate to the viewer. You'll also learn how to handle lighting with pets and how to keep their attention as you photograph them.

Photographing Children

In this lesson, you'll learn how to take photos of babies and children. You'll discover some practical tips that will help you shoot those intimate, personal photos. You'll explore techniques for taking photos of children in motion, learn how to pose kids, and consider specific issues related to photographing babies and newborns.

Action Photography

Have you ever tried to get some good sports photos, only to be disappointed with the results? Maybe the image was blurry or the gym lighting made your photos have a yellow tint. Sports photography is often rather difficult, but this lesson will help you learn tools and tricks so you can capture great sports images. You'll learn all about managing shutter speed, composition, lighting, and you'll find out what makes a sports photo look great.

Macro and Abstract Photography

In lesson, you'll learn about macro and abstract photography. Macro photography uses specialized lenses and lens attachments that allow you to get very close to items, while abstract photography focuses on photos that may not have a discernable subject. You'll be surprised to know that you can use both of these techniques to create beautiful photos of people, and in this lesson, you'll find out how.

Shooting Formals and Weddings

One of the more challenging types of people photography is shooting formal events, such as proms and weddings. This lesson will tackle this difficult subject and explore how to manage posing, lighting, and composition. You'll also explore how to manage distractions, problems, and even how to take great photos of inanimate objects, such as the wedding cake!

Post-Processing Photos of People

In this lesson, you'll find out how to make the most of image editing software and your people photos. Even good photos sometimes need a bit of editing work to make them great, and in this lesson, you'll focus on editing techniques specific to photos of people. You'll see how to adjust composition, exposure, and how to fix common problems, such as facial blemishes.

The Business of Photography

After you master your people photography skills, you may want to begin a business. In this final lesson, you'll explore the business of photography. You'll find out how to manage your clients and services and then learn about photography contracts—a vital part of your business. You'll even be able to download a contract and customize it to meet your business needs.

What you will learn

• Learn about common digital camera functions and equipment
• Explore factors that control exposures and ways to control your camera to get the people pictures you want
• Learn how to shoot better indoor and outdoor photos and deal with difficult lighting situations
• Learn to shoot well-composed photos, improve sharpness and use depth of field
• Learn to capture action photos that freeze or blur the movement of sports and other moderate-to-high-speed events
• Explore how to use editing techniques using Photo Shop Elements or any other editing program you may have
• Learn to set up your own business, handle contracts, and manage clients

How you will benefit

• Learn how to use your digital camera to its full potential
• Take candid photos of your children as well as improve the look of posed photos
• Gain confidence in capturing great photos at formal events as well as those everyday pictures you don't want to miss

Curt Simmons, B.A., M.Ed, is a best-selling author, trainer, and multi-media expert. He holds degrees in English and communication studies and has more than 10 years of experience teaching English and writing in the classroom. Additionally, Simmons has authored numerous books on a wide variety of technology topics and has been a technical editor for numerous other titles.

Learn to take beautiful pictures of adults, children, and babies.

Photographing people can be fun, exciting, and complicated! This course will make taking beautiful pictures of adults, children, and babies simple. You will start with the basic principles you need to know in order to become a people photographer. You will discover the best way to shoot faces, fix common close-up problems, and use digital photo editing techniques to retouch your photos and make other improvements.

Then you will move onto portrait and formal group shots, where you will learn how to organize people, which angles to use, and which to avoid. You will become proficient in action photography, and you will learn some fun, creative ways to photograph children and babies. You will even gain expertise in filling your photographs with imagery, setting moods, and creating themes. This course will have you well on your way to becoming a skilled people photographer.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• You will need a digital camera.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• A digital editing program of your choice, such as the latest version of Photoshop Elements (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Become a skilled photographer when it comes to taking beautiful pictures of adults, children, or babies. This course will help you discover the best way to shoot faces, fix common close-up problems, and use digital photo editing techniques to retouch your photos.

Digital Camera Basics

Photographing people is one of the most exciting and complicated kinds of photography. Yet, with just a few skills, you'll soon be taking better pictures of people. You'll begin this lesson by exploring digital photography equipment and learning how to set up an inexpensive home studio.

All About Exposure

In this lesson, you'll learn about exposure and the pivotal role it plays in photography. The lesson will talk about the three camera controls that affect exposure, and you'll find out how to use these controls to achieve the desired effect in your photographs.

Indoor and Outdoor Lighting Techniques

In this lesson, you'll learn about light. Every photo is made from the effects of light on your digital camera's sensor, so the importance of understanding and using light has an enormous impact on your photos. You'll find out how to make the most of indoor and outdoor light and how to use some tactics to give you better shots. Then, you'll explore some difficult lighting situations and how to overcome those problems in order to take great people photos.

Composing Photographs

In this lesson, you'll learn how to compose a photo. Photo composition involves not only the primary subject and secondary objects, but also the general look and overall feeling of a photo. You'll find out how to tackle common composition problems, use the rule of thirds, put tactics to work in order to shoot sharp photos, and use depth of field to your advantage.

Taking Portraits of Individuals and Groups

People photographers spend most of their time taking portraits of individuals and groups, but posing and arranging these shots can be difficult. In this lesson, you'll learn how to solve common problems with portraits and how to arrange and shoot portrait and group photos that give you a true representation of the individual or group.

Photographing Hands, Faces, and People With Their Pets

In this lesson, you'll learn how to take photos of faces, hands, and people with their pets. You'll discover how to manage composition, posing, and angles, and how to capture meaningful photos that communicate to the viewer. You'll also learn how to handle lighting with pets and how to keep their attention as you photograph them.

Photographing Children

In this lesson, you'll learn how to take photos of babies and children. You'll discover some practical tips that will help you shoot those intimate, personal photos. You'll explore techniques for taking photos of children in motion, learn how to pose kids, and consider specific issues related to photographing babies and newborns.

Action Photography

Have you ever tried to get some good sports photos, only to be disappointed with the results? Maybe the image was blurry or the gym lighting made your photos have a yellow tint. Sports photography is often rather difficult, but this lesson will help you learn tools and tricks so you can capture great sports images. You'll learn all about managing shutter speed, composition, lighting, and you'll find out what makes a sports photo look great.

Macro and Abstract Photography

In lesson, you'll learn about macro and abstract photography. Macro photography uses specialized lenses and lens attachments that allow you to get very close to items, while abstract photography focuses on photos that may not have a discernable subject. You'll be surprised to know that you can use both of these techniques to create beautiful photos of people, and in this lesson, you'll find out how.

Shooting Formals and Weddings

One of the more challenging types of people photography is shooting formal events, such as proms and weddings. This lesson will tackle this difficult subject and explore how to manage posing, lighting, and composition. You'll also explore how to manage distractions, problems, and even how to take great photos of inanimate objects, such as the wedding cake!

Post-Processing Photos of People

In this lesson, you'll find out how to make the most of image editing software and your people photos. Even good photos sometimes need a bit of editing work to make them great, and in this lesson, you'll focus on editing techniques specific to photos of people. You'll see how to adjust composition, exposure, and how to fix common problems, such as facial blemishes.

The Business of Photography

After you master your people photography skills, you may want to begin a business. In this final lesson, you'll explore the business of photography. You'll find out how to manage your clients and services and then learn about photography contracts—a vital part of your business. You'll even be able to download a contract and customize it to meet your business needs.

What you will learn

• Learn about common digital camera functions and equipment
• Explore factors that control exposures and ways to control your camera to get the people pictures you want
• Learn how to shoot better indoor and outdoor photos and deal with difficult lighting situations
• Learn to shoot well-composed photos, improve sharpness and use depth of field
• Learn to capture action photos that freeze or blur the movement of sports and other moderate-to-high-speed events
• Explore how to use editing techniques using Photo Shop Elements or any other editing program you may have
• Learn to set up your own business, handle contracts, and manage clients

How you will benefit

• Learn how to use your digital camera to its full potential
• Take candid photos of your children as well as improve the look of posed photos
• Gain confidence in capturing great photos at formal events as well as those everyday pictures you don't want to miss

Curt Simmons, B.A., M.Ed, is a best-selling author, trainer, and multi-media expert. He holds degrees in English and communication studies and has more than 10 years of experience teaching English and writing in the classroom. Additionally, Simmons has authored numerous books on a wide variety of technology topics and has been a technical editor for numerous other titles.

Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (also called Photoshop CC) to edit and enhance your photographic images.

Adobe Photoshop CC (also known as Photoshop Creative Cloud) is a powerful subscription software solution providing support and specialized editing tools for digital photographers and graphic artists. In this course you will master techniques to edit and enhance your digital images and add a professional polish to your work. The course offers simple, step-by-step instructions for basics like cropping, rotation, and sizing images. You will experiment with Photoshop's tools for correcting exposure, adjusting color and colorcasts, and work with Adobe's powerful layer and selection tools. You will learn how to add text, retouch, and even clone away unwanted elements from your images. You will discover how to work with raw images and prepare images for print or online use.

In this course, you will be guided through detailed explanations and instructions for using the tools that make this software so popular and unique in the world of digital editing. Whether you are a novice or accomplished photo editor, this course will give you a collection of useful techniques that will quickly show you amazing results in your images.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• This course is written with Windows software, but Mac users will find the software is quite similar and are also welcome in this course. Mac users will need to be comfortable with the normal Windows/Mac conversion for keyboard differences, which will be provided in class. All coursework and examples are based on Windows using Photoshop CC software (not included in enrollment).

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later (64-bit), Windows 10 October 2018 update (64-bit) version 1809 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.13 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• You will need Adobe's Photoshop CC or later updates, such as Photoshop CC (2014), installed and functioning to take full advantage of the course (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Master the use of Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud to edit and enhance your digital images and give them a professional polish. This course includes simple, step-by-step instructions to guide you through the many tools that make this software so popular and unique.

Tour of Photoshop CC

Photoshop CC is an excellent package for photographers to enhance and edit digital images. In this lesson, you'll be introduced to online training, see how to download images to use in class, and take a tour of Photoshop CC. This class starts at the beginning, with the various tools for displaying images, and it's been designed to bring even the inexperienced user to a comfortable level of editing and enhancement.

Corrections and Cropping

In this lesson, you'll see the power of Photoshop with quick corrections and the ability to crop and rotate your images. You'll love the new Crop tool in Photoshop CC! The lesson will discuss the various file formats for digital images and how to use them to your best advantage. You'll learn how to make changes and save different versions of your images so that you'll have everything you need for future editing.

Get Ready to Print

As you continue your study of Photoshop CC, you'll learn how to prepare your documents for printing. To get the best quality print, you want to be sure that each image is the right size and resolution. You'll learn technical terms, explore menus, and look at ways to be sure your prints will be just the right size. You'll see how to use the Crop tool with more control and feel confident about printing when you finish this lesson.

Right Size for the Job

Whether you want to use your image on a website, in an email, or for a large print, you need to be sure the size is right. If it's for the web, you'll want it to be small enough to load quickly, but still sharp and clear. If you need an enlarged print, you'll want to be sure it has all the quality of the original. This can be a stumbling block for some new Photoshop users, so you'll take your time and practice with several images to help you learn all the steps. The lesson will also go over how to use Photoshop's tools for artistic cropping so your images are both artistically and technically the best they can be.

Colors and Layers

One of the most powerful features in Photoshop is layers, and in this lesson, you'll have a chance to create a new file and copy another image into it, exploring the basics of layers as you go. You'll also see how to set color options for many of the Photoshop features and adjust color in your images.

Adjusting Color

As you continue to build your knowledge of layers in this lesson, you'll also see how to work with color. Photoshop has a huge palette of color options that you can use in your images, and the color tools are amazing! You'll see how to easily replace, brighten, and enhance color, and even remove it for stunning black-and-white work. These features are among the many sought-after highlights of Photoshop, but beware! You may find yourself tinkering with images even after the lesson is over.

Adjusting Light and Color

Light is the essence of photography, but it isn't always cooperative. This lesson will discuss ways to enhance and even create better lighting after you've taken an image. You'll see how to use Brightness and Contrast to improve your images and then have a chance to work with Levels and Curves, two of Photoshop's best features for correcting lighting and color tones.

Raw Editing

Even if you don't shoot in raw image format, Photoshop has a set of sophisticated editing tools for you to use! Camera Raw is Photoshop's editor for processing raw images, giving you the opportunity to adjust white balance and exposure in all kinds of file formats, and leaving your images with startling clarity and dynamic color. In this lesson, you'll see how to adjust your images quickly and easily, just like a pro. If you're not quite sure what raw files are or if they're something you'd like to use, the lesson will walk you through the process, and you can decide what's best for your type of work. Either way, you'll learn more about Photoshop and what it can do for you!

Text and Selections

Mixing words and pictures is an important part of digital photography, and Photoshop gives you lots of ways to make your text as dazzling as your pictures. In this lesson, you'll explore Photoshop's text tools and find out how to add text to your images. You'll also begin your study of the powerful selection tools, with the Quick Selection tool, the color-based Magic Wand tool, and the flexible Lasso tool and work further with layering.

Intermediate Selections

As you continue your study of selection tools, you'll learn how to create silhouettes and creative backgrounds to set them off. You'll see how the Marquee tools let you select perfect squares and circles for use in framing and highlighting your images. You'll practice using feathering to see the difference it makes, especially when you want to create a soft, blended background in your image. You'll also see how to use the Marquee tool to create borders and frames around your pictures. To wrap up your study of the selection tools, you'll also explore the many options in the Select menu.

Advanced Selections

In the last lesson on the selection tools, you'll work with a combination of tools for detailed and exacting work when you need it most. You'll also learn some advanced techniques for using the selection tools together. You'll work extensively with the Add to selection option and see some shortcuts for making selections easier. As a final addition to your knowledge in this area, you'll have a chance to explore and work with features on the Select menu.

Correcting Images

In the last lesson, you'll learn how to put many new tools to work! The lesson will discuss the Retouching and Correcting tools, and you'll perfect your skills with the Red Eye tool, the Clone Stamp tool, and both of the powerful Healing Brushes. It will also discuss when to use each tool for the best results. The power of Photoshop will come to life as you use these tools in your final assignments.

What you will learn

• Learn to recognize screen elements, identify main tools, and import and save images in Photoshop CC
• Learn to make quick corrections, crop and rotate images, and save images in a different format
• Learn to resize and shape an image for email, print, or online
• Create a layered document, and add color backgrounds
• Learn to use Photoshop's tools for adjusting light and brightness
• Discover how to use Photoshop's Camera Raw for editing, and use the selection tool for advanced editing
• Learn to add text to your images
• Produce silhouettes with the Quick Selection tool, and use the Marquee tools with selection boxes
• Discover how to use advanced selection techniques and understand when and how to use the Red Eye, Healing Brush, and Clone Stamp

How you will benefit

• You will master techniques to edit and enhance your digital images and add professional polish to your work
• Go from a novice to an accomplished photo editor
• Gain expertise in using Photoshop CC and its collection of useful techniques to see amazing results in your images

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?".

Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud (also called Photoshop CC) to edit and enhance your photographic images.

Adobe Photoshop CC (also known as Photoshop Creative Cloud) is a powerful subscription software solution providing support and specialized editing tools for digital photographers and graphic artists. In this course you will master techniques to edit and enhance your digital images and add a professional polish to your work. The course offers simple, step-by-step instructions for basics like cropping, rotation, and sizing images. You will experiment with Photoshop's tools for correcting exposure, adjusting color and colorcasts, and work with Adobe's powerful layer and selection tools. You will learn how to add text, retouch, and even clone away unwanted elements from your images. You will discover how to work with raw images and prepare images for print or online use.

In this course, you will be guided through detailed explanations and instructions for using the tools that make this software so popular and unique in the world of digital editing. Whether you are a novice or accomplished photo editor, this course will give you a collection of useful techniques that will quickly show you amazing results in your images.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• This course is written with Windows software, but Mac users will find the software is quite similar and are also welcome in this course. Mac users will need to be comfortable with the normal Windows/Mac conversion for keyboard differences, which will be provided in class. All coursework and examples are based on Windows using Photoshop CC software (not included in enrollment).

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later (64-bit), Windows 10 October 2018 update (64-bit) version 1809 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.13 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• You will need Adobe's Photoshop CC or later updates, such as Photoshop CC (2014), installed and functioning to take full advantage of the course (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Master the use of Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud to edit and enhance your digital images and give them a professional polish. This course includes simple, step-by-step instructions to guide you through the many tools that make this software so popular and unique.

Tour of Photoshop CC

Photoshop CC is an excellent package for photographers to enhance and edit digital images. In this lesson, you'll be introduced to online training, see how to download images to use in class, and take a tour of Photoshop CC. This class starts at the beginning, with the various tools for displaying images, and it's been designed to bring even the inexperienced user to a comfortable level of editing and enhancement.

Corrections and Cropping

In this lesson, you'll see the power of Photoshop with quick corrections and the ability to crop and rotate your images. You'll love the new Crop tool in Photoshop CC! The lesson will discuss the various file formats for digital images and how to use them to your best advantage. You'll learn how to make changes and save different versions of your images so that you'll have everything you need for future editing.

Get Ready to Print

As you continue your study of Photoshop CC, you'll learn how to prepare your documents for printing. To get the best quality print, you want to be sure that each image is the right size and resolution. You'll learn technical terms, explore menus, and look at ways to be sure your prints will be just the right size. You'll see how to use the Crop tool with more control and feel confident about printing when you finish this lesson.

Right Size for the Job

Whether you want to use your image on a website, in an email, or for a large print, you need to be sure the size is right. If it's for the web, you'll want it to be small enough to load quickly, but still sharp and clear. If you need an enlarged print, you'll want to be sure it has all the quality of the original. This can be a stumbling block for some new Photoshop users, so you'll take your time and practice with several images to help you learn all the steps. The lesson will also go over how to use Photoshop's tools for artistic cropping so your images are both artistically and technically the best they can be.

Colors and Layers

One of the most powerful features in Photoshop is layers, and in this lesson, you'll have a chance to create a new file and copy another image into it, exploring the basics of layers as you go. You'll also see how to set color options for many of the Photoshop features and adjust color in your images.

Adjusting Color

As you continue to build your knowledge of layers in this lesson, you'll also see how to work with color. Photoshop has a huge palette of color options that you can use in your images, and the color tools are amazing! You'll see how to easily replace, brighten, and enhance color, and even remove it for stunning black-and-white work. These features are among the many sought-after highlights of Photoshop, but beware! You may find yourself tinkering with images even after the lesson is over.

Adjusting Light and Color

Light is the essence of photography, but it isn't always cooperative. This lesson will discuss ways to enhance and even create better lighting after you've taken an image. You'll see how to use Brightness and Contrast to improve your images and then have a chance to work with Levels and Curves, two of Photoshop's best features for correcting lighting and color tones.

Raw Editing

Even if you don't shoot in raw image format, Photoshop has a set of sophisticated editing tools for you to use! Camera Raw is Photoshop's editor for processing raw images, giving you the opportunity to adjust white balance and exposure in all kinds of file formats, and leaving your images with startling clarity and dynamic color. In this lesson, you'll see how to adjust your images quickly and easily, just like a pro. If you're not quite sure what raw files are or if they're something you'd like to use, the lesson will walk you through the process, and you can decide what's best for your type of work. Either way, you'll learn more about Photoshop and what it can do for you!

Text and Selections

Mixing words and pictures is an important part of digital photography, and Photoshop gives you lots of ways to make your text as dazzling as your pictures. In this lesson, you'll explore Photoshop's text tools and find out how to add text to your images. You'll also begin your study of the powerful selection tools, with the Quick Selection tool, the color-based Magic Wand tool, and the flexible Lasso tool and work further with layering.

Intermediate Selections

As you continue your study of selection tools, you'll learn how to create silhouettes and creative backgrounds to set them off. You'll see how the Marquee tools let you select perfect squares and circles for use in framing and highlighting your images. You'll practice using feathering to see the difference it makes, especially when you want to create a soft, blended background in your image. You'll also see how to use the Marquee tool to create borders and frames around your pictures. To wrap up your study of the selection tools, you'll also explore the many options in the Select menu.

Advanced Selections

In the last lesson on the selection tools, you'll work with a combination of tools for detailed and exacting work when you need it most. You'll also learn some advanced techniques for using the selection tools together. You'll work extensively with the Add to selection option and see some shortcuts for making selections easier. As a final addition to your knowledge in this area, you'll have a chance to explore and work with features on the Select menu.

Correcting Images

In the last lesson, you'll learn how to put many new tools to work! The lesson will discuss the Retouching and Correcting tools, and you'll perfect your skills with the Red Eye tool, the Clone Stamp tool, and both of the powerful Healing Brushes. It will also discuss when to use each tool for the best results. The power of Photoshop will come to life as you use these tools in your final assignments.

What you will learn

• Learn to recognize screen elements, identify main tools, and import and save images in Photoshop CC
• Learn to make quick corrections, crop and rotate images, and save images in a different format
• Learn to resize and shape an image for email, print, or online
• Create a layered document, and add color backgrounds
• Learn to use Photoshop's tools for adjusting light and brightness
• Discover how to use Photoshop's Camera Raw for editing, and use the selection tool for advanced editing
• Learn to add text to your images
• Produce silhouettes with the Quick Selection tool, and use the Marquee tools with selection boxes
• Discover how to use advanced selection techniques and understand when and how to use the Red Eye, Healing Brush, and Clone Stamp

How you will benefit

• You will master techniques to edit and enhance your digital images and add professional polish to your work
• Go from a novice to an accomplished photo editor
• Gain expertise in using Photoshop CC and its collection of useful techniques to see amazing results in your images

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?".

Learn how to use the tools and features of Adobe Photoshop Elements for editing and fixing your digital photos and images.

Bring out the best in your photos! In this course, you'll learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements to do everything from quick fixes to detailed enhancements that will greatly improve the look of your digital images. Even if you don't have any image-editing experience, this class will turn you into an advanced photo editor.

As you explore the program's many tools and features, you'll gain control of Photoshop Elements and create results that you never imagined possible. You'll master techniques for editing images, fixing flaws, enhancing the final product, creating simple art projects, preparing images for online use, and organizing your images.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. The course is written using the Windows version of the software. The Mac version is nearly identical, and keyboard and command changes are included in the course material.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Adobe Photoshop Elements version 14 or later (not included in enrollment). This includes all year-labeled versions, such as Photoshop Elements 2022. The course will use version 2021 for demonstration with notes and instructions for significant changes in other versions, although these are very minor.
• For Photoshop Elements 2022, see: System requirements | Photoshop Elements.
• For Photoshop Elements 2021 and earlier, see: System requirements | Older Versions.
• Photoshop Elements must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements to do everything from quick fixes to detailed enhancements that greatly improve the look of your digital images. This course will take you from a novice to an accomplished user.

Introducing Elements

Photoshop Elements is an excellent package for photographers to enhance and edit digital images. This lesson will introduce online training, show you how to download the images you'll use in class, and start you off with the very basics of Photoshop Elements. The course will take things one step at a time so that even new users can get comfortable editing and enhancing their digital photos.

Quick Fixes and Formats

This lesson will discuss the many file formats that digital images can take and how you can use them to your best advantage with Photoshop Elements. You'll learn how to save updated originals and copies of your images, as well as how to use Smart Fix to produce fast results. You'll see how to crop with the Rule of Thirds Grid Overlay and rotate images to get just the look you're after, and then practice using the Straighten tool for one-step corrections.

Sizing Images

Digital images come in all sizes! This lesson will discuss image resolution, pixels, and recommendations for resizing pictures with excellent results. When you want high-quality prints, you'll see just how to resize them and maintain their quality with Photoshop Elements's sizing options. The lesson will also discuss the different shapes images can take and how you can be sure your prints will fit the frames you choose.

Printing Images

Photoshop Elements gives you lots of options for printing your documents, and you'll learn about all of them in this lesson. You'll find out how to add temporary colorful borders and print images to just the size you want. You'll also practice saving photos for use on websites using Photoshop Elements's Save for Web feature. In addition, you'll take a look at the Organizer and see how to print multiple photos on a page.

Creating Files and Layers

Most of the time, photographers have plenty of images to work with, but in some instances you'll want to create a new file as a foundation for your images. You'll learn how to do that in this lesson. You'll also see how to use Elements's tabbed windowing for quick access to your open images. From there, you'll add color and then move a photo onto your background. You'll discover how to use the Layers feature in the process.

Adjusting Color

Ever wondered how professional photographers can make the colors in some images look out of this world? In this lesson, you'll find out how they do it! You'll work with color adjustments in your images, including hue and saturation. You'll then create black-and-white images from color images using Elements's Black and White Conversion feature and pick individual colors to replace with others. You'll also learn how to make quick changes with these tools and discover a tool that can help adjust skin tones quickly.

Adjusting Light and Color

Light is the essence of photography, but it's not always cooperative. This lesson will discuss ways to enhance and even create better lighting after you've taken an image. You'll see how to use Brightness and Contrast to improve your images, and learn some techniques for adjusting shadows and highlights. You'll also have a chance to work with the histogram, Levels, and Color Curves—all excellent tools for correcting lighting and color tones. Through all this, you'll see how Elements keeps track of your changes and lets you go back through them if you want to undo something.

Using Organizer

In this lesson, you'll take a look at how Organizer works to keep track of your images. You'll see how to sort your pictures, add tags, and collect them in albums for use in projects like scrapbook pages and greeting cards.

Creating Text and Selections

In your creative projects, you'll often want to pair photos with text. Photoshop Elements gives you plenty of text tools, and in this lesson, you'll explore those and add text to your images. You'll see how Photoshop Elements uses layers with text, and you'll get tips on how to master the Layers panel. You'll also begin your study of the powerful selection tools, including the color-based Magic Wand tool and the flexible Lasso tool. With these, you'll discover the power of Feathering selections and copying selections within an image.

Making Intermediate Selections

As you continue your study of selection tools, you'll learn how to create a silhouette image using the Quick Selection tool. You'll also practice using any of the selection tools in a reverse mode for tricky selections. You'll see how the Marquee tools let you select perfect squares and circles for use in framing and highlighting your images and how the new Text on Selection tool works with any shape! You'll also work more with Feathering and see the difference it makes, especially when you want to create a soft, blended background in your image. Finally, the lesson will go over how to add colors with the Gradient tool.

Advanced Selections

In the last lesson on the selection tools, you'll work with the Selection Brush tool for detailed and exacting work when you need it most. You'll also learn some advanced techniques for using the selection tools together. You'll work extensively with the Add to selection option and preview your work with Mask Mode. You'll have a chance to experiment with some of Photoshop Elements's filters and color options, as well as the settings in the Magnetic Lasso tool. As a final addition to your knowledge in this area, you'll have a chance to explore and work with the Select menu.

Correcting Images

As the class draws to a close, you'll find many new tools to put to work and still more to learn. The lesson will discuss the Retouching and Correcting tools, and you'll perfect your skills with the Red Eye Removal tool (including the new Pet Eye option), the Clone Stamp tool, and both the powerful Healing Brushes and the Content-Aware Healing option. You'll learn when to use each tool for the best results. The power of Photoshop Elements will come to life as you use these tools in your final assignments.

What you will learn

• Find out the optimal workflow for digital editing - know where to start when working and the sequence to follow
• Discover tools you can use to perfect portraits
• Understand how to restore old and damaged photographs
• Learn how to put layers and the Smart Brush tools to work with quick edits that leave you with stunning images
• Create dazzling slideshows with animation, text, and music to showcase your images

How you will benefit

• Go from novice to accomplished user Adobe's award-winning editing program
• Gain confidence in image-editing by learning everything from quick fixes to detailed enhancements that will greatly improve the look of your digital images

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?".

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?".

Learn how to use the tools and features of Adobe Photoshop Elements for editing and fixing your digital photos and images.

Bring out the best in your photos! In this course, you'll learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements to do everything from quick fixes to detailed enhancements that will greatly improve the look of your digital images. Even if you don't have any image-editing experience, this class will turn you into an advanced photo editor.

As you explore the program's many tools and features, you'll gain control of Photoshop Elements and create results that you never imagined possible. You'll master techniques for editing images, fixing flaws, enhancing the final product, creating simple art projects, preparing images for online use, and organizing your images.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. The course is written using the Windows version of the software. The Mac version is nearly identical, and keyboard and command changes are included in the course material.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Adobe Photoshop Elements version 14 or later (not included in enrollment). This includes all year-labeled versions, such as Photoshop Elements 2022. The course will use version 2021 for demonstration with notes and instructions for significant changes in other versions, although these are very minor.
• For Photoshop Elements 2022, see: System requirements | Photoshop Elements.
• For Photoshop Elements 2021 and earlier, see: System requirements | Older Versions.
• Photoshop Elements must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Elements to do everything from quick fixes to detailed enhancements that greatly improve the look of your digital images. This course will take you from a novice to an accomplished user.

Introducing Elements

Photoshop Elements is an excellent package for photographers to enhance and edit digital images. This lesson will introduce online training, show you how to download the images you'll use in class, and start you off with the very basics of Photoshop Elements. The course will take things one step at a time so that even new users can get comfortable editing and enhancing their digital photos.

Quick Fixes and Formats

This lesson will discuss the many file formats that digital images can take and how you can use them to your best advantage with Photoshop Elements. You'll learn how to save updated originals and copies of your images, as well as how to use Smart Fix to produce fast results. You'll see how to crop with the Rule of Thirds Grid Overlay and rotate images to get just the look you're after, and then practice using the Straighten tool for one-step corrections.

Sizing Images

Digital images come in all sizes! This lesson will discuss image resolution, pixels, and recommendations for resizing pictures with excellent results. When you want high-quality prints, you'll see just how to resize them and maintain their quality with Photoshop Elements's sizing options. The lesson will also discuss the different shapes images can take and how you can be sure your prints will fit the frames you choose.

Printing Images

Photoshop Elements gives you lots of options for printing your documents, and you'll learn about all of them in this lesson. You'll find out how to add temporary colorful borders and print images to just the size you want. You'll also practice saving photos for use on websites using Photoshop Elements's Save for Web feature. In addition, you'll take a look at the Organizer and see how to print multiple photos on a page.

Creating Files and Layers

Most of the time, photographers have plenty of images to work with, but in some instances you'll want to create a new file as a foundation for your images. You'll learn how to do that in this lesson. You'll also see how to use Elements's tabbed windowing for quick access to your open images. From there, you'll add color and then move a photo onto your background. You'll discover how to use the Layers feature in the process.

Adjusting Color

Ever wondered how professional photographers can make the colors in some images look out of this world? In this lesson, you'll find out how they do it! You'll work with color adjustments in your images, including hue and saturation. You'll then create black-and-white images from color images using Elements's Black and White Conversion feature and pick individual colors to replace with others. You'll also learn how to make quick changes with these tools and discover a tool that can help adjust skin tones quickly.

Adjusting Light and Color

Light is the essence of photography, but it's not always cooperative. This lesson will discuss ways to enhance and even create better lighting after you've taken an image. You'll see how to use Brightness and Contrast to improve your images, and learn some techniques for adjusting shadows and highlights. You'll also have a chance to work with the histogram, Levels, and Color Curves—all excellent tools for correcting lighting and color tones. Through all this, you'll see how Elements keeps track of your changes and lets you go back through them if you want to undo something.

Using Organizer

In this lesson, you'll take a look at how Organizer works to keep track of your images. You'll see how to sort your pictures, add tags, and collect them in albums for use in projects like scrapbook pages and greeting cards.

Creating Text and Selections

In your creative projects, you'll often want to pair photos with text. Photoshop Elements gives you plenty of text tools, and in this lesson, you'll explore those and add text to your images. You'll see how Photoshop Elements uses layers with text, and you'll get tips on how to master the Layers panel. You'll also begin your study of the powerful selection tools, including the color-based Magic Wand tool and the flexible Lasso tool. With these, you'll discover the power of Feathering selections and copying selections within an image.

Making Intermediate Selections

As you continue your study of selection tools, you'll learn how to create a silhouette image using the Quick Selection tool. You'll also practice using any of the selection tools in a reverse mode for tricky selections. You'll see how the Marquee tools let you select perfect squares and circles for use in framing and highlighting your images and how the new Text on Selection tool works with any shape! You'll also work more with Feathering and see the difference it makes, especially when you want to create a soft, blended background in your image. Finally, the lesson will go over how to add colors with the Gradient tool.

Advanced Selections

In the last lesson on the selection tools, you'll work with the Selection Brush tool for detailed and exacting work when you need it most. You'll also learn some advanced techniques for using the selection tools together. You'll work extensively with the Add to selection option and preview your work with Mask Mode. You'll have a chance to experiment with some of Photoshop Elements's filters and color options, as well as the settings in the Magnetic Lasso tool. As a final addition to your knowledge in this area, you'll have a chance to explore and work with the Select menu.

Correcting Images

As the class draws to a close, you'll find many new tools to put to work and still more to learn. The lesson will discuss the Retouching and Correcting tools, and you'll perfect your skills with the Red Eye Removal tool (including the new Pet Eye option), the Clone Stamp tool, and both the powerful Healing Brushes and the Content-Aware Healing option. You'll learn when to use each tool for the best results. The power of Photoshop Elements will come to life as you use these tools in your final assignments.

What you will learn

• Find out the optimal workflow for digital editing - know where to start when working and the sequence to follow
• Discover tools you can use to perfect portraits
• Understand how to restore old and damaged photographs
• Learn how to put layers and the Smart Brush tools to work with quick edits that leave you with stunning images
• Create dazzling slideshows with animation, text, and music to showcase your images

How you will benefit

• Go from novice to accomplished user Adobe's award-winning editing program
• Gain confidence in image-editing by learning everything from quick fixes to detailed enhancements that will greatly improve the look of your digital images

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?".

Eric Johnson is an experienced digital photographer and editor. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education (emphases on Computer Science) from Oregon State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Seattle University. Eric has worked for major software and computer corporations, freelance photography and editing services, and has been working with Beverly Schulz teaching ed2go photography courses since 2004. He is her co-author on "Photoshop Elements 14 - What's New?".

Learn how to take better pictures by understanding your camera and how to use it in a variety of situations.

Secrets of Better Photography will teach you how to take outstanding photos. Whether you use a DSLR, a point-and-shoot camera, or your phone for your photography, you will learn how to get the best results from your camera.

This hands-on course will teach you how to choose the right photographic equipment to compose images with style. You can take your camera out of auto mode after learning about lighting, motion, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings. You will also explore common photography topics, including portraiture, children's photography, pet photography, and digital editing.

Each lesson includes exercises and assignments, so you can apply what you learned to your own camera. By the time you finish, you will see a difference in both your photographer's eye and your photos.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• A digital or film camera.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn to take outstanding photos and get the best results whether you are using a DSLR, a point-and-shoot, or your phone camera. Each lesson contains exercises and assignments that will help you apply new techniques to your own camera and make a distinctive difference in your photos.

The Subject of Photography

In this first lesson, you will learn how to see the subject of each photograph—before you press the shutter button. This information will provide a solid foundation for the rest of the class.

Camera Equipment

As you learn more about the technical side of photography, take a look at the options available in camera equipment. Whether you have a point-and-shoot camera or the latest digital SLR, you will gain a better understanding of the equipment and tools photographers use.

Your Photographic Eye

Returning to artistic elements in this lesson, you will learn how to develop your photographer's eye and incorporate compositional guidelines as you take better pictures. This information will provide a solid foundation for the rest of the class.

Lighting

Light is the essence of photography. This lesson explores how to control and use light to your advantage. You will compare the advantages of natural light, available light, and artificial light and see when you will want to use each to capture the special effects you're after. You will also learn how to use the ISO and white balance settings on your camera to make the most of the light you have.

Sharp Shooting

This lesson delves into the options for using your camera and other tools to get sharp, crisp images. Photography often requires compromise to accommodate conflicting priorities, and after this lesson, you will be able to decide what's most important to you. You will also see how to test your lenses and cameras and evaluate your equipment.

Aperture and Depth of Field

Using manual exposure settings opens up a whole new world of professional and creative options. In this lesson, you will begin an exploration of how to get the most out of your camera's features, starting with Aperture Priority and the control it gives you over depth of field.

Shutter Speed and Motion

You will see how to capture motion in this lesson. Whether you want to freeze the action of fireworks or merge a waterfall into a velvety illusion, shutter speed is the key. Setting your shutter speed gives you the control you need to get the images you want, and it's easier than you might think. You will have lots to practice with as you finish this lesson.

Portraiture

In this lesson, you will learn the tricks of portrait photography. Whether you're working professionally or just as the family photographer, these techniques will help you take better portraits. You will see how to pose people so they look their best, when to use digital editing, and how various lighting techniques will help you create pleasing portraits.

Children and Pet Photography

Photographing children, pets, and groups is a challenge for even the most seasoned professional photographer. In this lesson, you will learn some techniques and strategies to bring out the best in your pictures.

Photographic Challenges

Now that you know how your camera works and what you want to do, it's time to take a look at how to handle challenging situations. When the light is low, or the subject just seems out of reach, you want to know how to get the shot. This lesson focuses on how to use your tools and knowledge to beat the challenges and come away with the pictures you're after.

Photojournalism

Photojournalism is a fascinating field for photographers. This fast-paced world presents challenges of its own. In this lesson, you will see how the pros handle this type of work and learn how to get started in the field.

Digital Options

Digital editing is a real bonus for photographers. In your final lesson, you will learn about the basic and artistic editing techniques available to all photographers, as well as some of the technical issues of digital photography.

What you will learn

• Learn the fundamentals of photography and improve your skills
• Gain an understanding of how equipment affects results by considering aspects such as shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, and resolution
• Acquire the knowledge necessary to improve the composition, light, and shadow of your photos
• Explore photography techniques associated with moving subjects and photojournalism
• Learn digital editing techniques that can enhance your photography and expand its applications

How you will benefit

• Become a better photographer of the people, places, and things that are most important to you
• Gain an "artist's eye" and begin to look at the world in a whole new way
• Explore technology that can change the way you memorialize the events of your life

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

Learn how to take better pictures by understanding your camera and how to use it in a variety of situations.

Secrets of Better Photography will teach you how to take outstanding photos. Whether you use a DSLR, a point-and-shoot camera, or your phone for your photography, you will learn how to get the best results from your camera.

This hands-on course will teach you how to choose the right photographic equipment to compose images with style. You can take your camera out of auto mode after learning about lighting, motion, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings. You will also explore common photography topics, including portraiture, children's photography, pet photography, and digital editing.

Each lesson includes exercises and assignments, so you can apply what you learned to your own camera. By the time you finish, you will see a difference in both your photographer's eye and your photos.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
• A digital or film camera.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn to take outstanding photos and get the best results whether you are using a DSLR, a point-and-shoot, or your phone camera. Each lesson contains exercises and assignments that will help you apply new techniques to your own camera and make a distinctive difference in your photos.

The Subject of Photography

In this first lesson, you will learn how to see the subject of each photograph—before you press the shutter button. This information will provide a solid foundation for the rest of the class.

Camera Equipment

As you learn more about the technical side of photography, take a look at the options available in camera equipment. Whether you have a point-and-shoot camera or the latest digital SLR, you will gain a better understanding of the equipment and tools photographers use.

Your Photographic Eye

Returning to artistic elements in this lesson, you will learn how to develop your photographer's eye and incorporate compositional guidelines as you take better pictures. This information will provide a solid foundation for the rest of the class.

Lighting

Light is the essence of photography. This lesson explores how to control and use light to your advantage. You will compare the advantages of natural light, available light, and artificial light and see when you will want to use each to capture the special effects you're after. You will also learn how to use the ISO and white balance settings on your camera to make the most of the light you have.

Sharp Shooting

This lesson delves into the options for using your camera and other tools to get sharp, crisp images. Photography often requires compromise to accommodate conflicting priorities, and after this lesson, you will be able to decide what's most important to you. You will also see how to test your lenses and cameras and evaluate your equipment.

Aperture and Depth of Field

Using manual exposure settings opens up a whole new world of professional and creative options. In this lesson, you will begin an exploration of how to get the most out of your camera's features, starting with Aperture Priority and the control it gives you over depth of field.

Shutter Speed and Motion

You will see how to capture motion in this lesson. Whether you want to freeze the action of fireworks or merge a waterfall into a velvety illusion, shutter speed is the key. Setting your shutter speed gives you the control you need to get the images you want, and it's easier than you might think. You will have lots to practice with as you finish this lesson.

Portraiture

In this lesson, you will learn the tricks of portrait photography. Whether you're working professionally or just as the family photographer, these techniques will help you take better portraits. You will see how to pose people so they look their best, when to use digital editing, and how various lighting techniques will help you create pleasing portraits.

Children and Pet Photography

Photographing children, pets, and groups is a challenge for even the most seasoned professional photographer. In this lesson, you will learn some techniques and strategies to bring out the best in your pictures.

Photographic Challenges

Now that you know how your camera works and what you want to do, it's time to take a look at how to handle challenging situations. When the light is low, or the subject just seems out of reach, you want to know how to get the shot. This lesson focuses on how to use your tools and knowledge to beat the challenges and come away with the pictures you're after.

Photojournalism

Photojournalism is a fascinating field for photographers. This fast-paced world presents challenges of its own. In this lesson, you will see how the pros handle this type of work and learn how to get started in the field.

Digital Options

Digital editing is a real bonus for photographers. In your final lesson, you will learn about the basic and artistic editing techniques available to all photographers, as well as some of the technical issues of digital photography.

What you will learn

• Learn the fundamentals of photography and improve your skills
• Gain an understanding of how equipment affects results by considering aspects such as shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, and resolution
• Acquire the knowledge necessary to improve the composition, light, and shadow of your photos
• Explore photography techniques associated with moving subjects and photojournalism
• Learn digital editing techniques that can enhance your photography and expand its applications

How you will benefit

• Become a better photographer of the people, places, and things that are most important to you
• Gain an "artist's eye" and begin to look at the world in a whole new way
• Explore technology that can change the way you memorialize the events of your life

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"

If you're a determined new writer, this class will provide you with the skills you need to get published.

Have you ever thought about writing for magazines? Turn your dreams into bylines and help yourself to a bright future as a magazine writer. It is fun, easy, and a great source of extra income. If you are a determined new writer, or if you haven't written for magazines in years, this class will jump-start your career. You will learn plenty of powerful brainstorming techniques designed to get those creative juices flowing with articles that practically write themselves.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn the skills and insights you will need to jump-start your career as a magazine writer. This course will teach you how to get your work published and turn your writing skills into an easy source of extra income.

Getting Started; Finding Ideas

Did you know that you don't have to be an expert on a topic to write a magazine article about it? You don't need a wall of diplomas to be a writer, either. If you think it's necessary to have taken formal courses in writing, journalism, or communications to write, reconsider that idea. In this lesson, you'll discover where ideas originate and get started as a writer of nonfiction magazine articles.

Getting Started; Finding Ideas (Continued)

Ask a magazine writer about the genres available to this profession and you'll learn about consumer topics, informational pieces, question-and-answer formats, true crime articles, and a bunch more. You'll hear about how-to articles, too. If you've been seriously thinking about writing for magazines, then you need to know about the categories. You'll begin that investigation in this lesson.

Getting to Know Your Market Guidebook

You've just purchased the latest market guidebook with the writing guidelines for oodles of magazines. It's awesome, complex, and exciting. If you feel overwhelmed, you're not alone. Some new writers get copies of market guidebooks and, once they've thumbed through them, put them aside. The books can be intimidating. But after this lesson, you'll be a pro at selecting magazines that want articles from you. By the end of it, you'll be able to use an innovative outlining tool, called The Bubble Method, which will help you make every single topic a potential article.

Getting to Know Your Market Guidebook (Continued)

What is a query letter? Do nonfiction article writers really need them? How can you write one that will capture the interest of editors? That's what this lesson will discuss: giving you a foundation for writing a query that sells your ideas.

Producing Articles; Using Email

In this lesson, you'll get a quick review of production tips and grammar rules. But the gem is a section on how to interview the people, experts, and celebrities that you'll be writing about. Whatever type of article you write, you may have occasion to interview someone. Not being an effective interviewer will diminish your chances of success. However, what you learn in this lesson will make interviewing fun and easy.

Producing Articles; Using Email (Continued)

Money. It's the topic of this lesson and will be discussed in depth. The lesson will then debunk that bugaboo, "writer's block". Yes, writer's block is out there, waiting to get your attention and stop you in your tracks, but in this lesson you'll learn how to simply acknowledge it and then get writing once again.

Writing Clearly; Knowing Your Reader

Do you know your reader? Most new writers say, "Hey, of course I do". But unless you know who you're writing for and write in a fashion that captures and sustains a reader's interest, you'll find writing for magazines a huge challenge. So, this lesson will talk about writing for a reader, ways to create clear and crisp writing, and writing fillers and essays.

Writing Clearly; Knowing Your Reader (Continued)

Have you ever wondered how magazine writers know how many words are right for a specific topic? Have you thought about where sidebars come from? Do you want to gain credibility for a nonfiction book and further your profession, cause, or company? You'll get answers to those questions and much more here in this lesson.

Employing Sound Research Techniques

By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to research topics for articles and understand how to get yourself into the research picture. It's nearly painless and really fun once you know the techniques professional magazine writers use.

Employing Sound Research Techniques (Continued)

Do you need to interview an expert or get a quote from one to make your article sparkle? You probably have a book in your house right now that would supply what you're looking for. This lesson will talk more about finding experts to make your articles sizzle. Then you'll examine the tools you need to self-edit. Self-editing is the polish that turns okay writing into publishable words.

Marketing Your Articles With Spin-Offs and Revisions; Seasonal and Theme Articles

Recycle your research and you'll be able to sell and resell ideas without reinventing the wheel. That's the focus of this lesson. The lesson will also discuss writing about theme and seasonal articles, locating regional publications that would be crazy not to have you write for them, and networking with others to increase the number of articles you sell.

Marketing Your Articles With Spin-Offs and Revisions; Seasonal and Theme Articles (Continued)

Imagine you're about to print an article that you've been working on for a week. It's dynamite and headed for publication in a major magazine. This is your lucky break. As weird as it seems to a cyber-savvy writer like you, the editor wants a printed manuscript. After thinking, "this magazine is still in the dark ages", you smile and comply. However, you've run out of paper (or need a printer cartridge) or stamps or some other indispensable writing supply. If this hasn't happened to you yet, it may, unless you realize that time is money. Time management is the final topic and since there's only so much time in the day, you'll learn how to use what you have, and use it well.

What you will learn

• Learn how to find ideas for articles
• Understand how to use your market guidebook
• Get an overview of production tips and grammar rules
• Learn how to interview various subjects
• Understand how to write for a reader in a clear crisp way
• Learn how to do research for your writing

How you will benefit

• Become more confident in your ability to build a career as a magazine writer
• Learn ways to keep the creative juices flowing so you're never without new ideas
• Understand the magazine writing world so you can be more successful

Eva Shaw, Ph.D. is a full-time working writer. She has authored thousands of articles, essays, and short stories and more than 70 books including "Writing the Nonfiction Book" and "Insider's Guide to San Diego." Her work has been featured in USA Today, San Diego Union Tribune, Publisher's Weekly, and others. She has won several awards, including the Book of the Year Award from the American Journal of Nursing, the Benjamin Franklin Award, and the Woman of Merit Award.

If you're a determined new writer, this class will provide you with the skills you need to get published.

Have you ever thought about writing for magazines? Turn your dreams into bylines and help yourself to a bright future as a magazine writer. It is fun, easy, and a great source of extra income. If you are a determined new writer, or if you haven't written for magazines in years, this class will jump-start your career. You will learn plenty of powerful brainstorming techniques designed to get those creative juices flowing with articles that practically write themselves.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Learn the skills and insights you will need to jump-start your career as a magazine writer. This course will teach you how to get your work published and turn your writing skills into an easy source of extra income.

Getting Started; Finding Ideas

Did you know that you don't have to be an expert on a topic to write a magazine article about it? You don't need a wall of diplomas to be a writer, either. If you think it's necessary to have taken formal courses in writing, journalism, or communications to write, reconsider that idea. In this lesson, you'll discover where ideas originate and get started as a writer of nonfiction magazine articles.

Getting Started; Finding Ideas (Continued)

Ask a magazine writer about the genres available to this profession and you'll learn about consumer topics, informational pieces, question-and-answer formats, true crime articles, and a bunch more. You'll hear about how-to articles, too. If you've been seriously thinking about writing for magazines, then you need to know about the categories. You'll begin that investigation in this lesson.

Getting to Know Your Market Guidebook

You've just purchased the latest market guidebook with the writing guidelines for oodles of magazines. It's awesome, complex, and exciting. If you feel overwhelmed, you're not alone. Some new writers get copies of market guidebooks and, once they've thumbed through them, put them aside. The books can be intimidating. But after this lesson, you'll be a pro at selecting magazines that want articles from you. By the end of it, you'll be able to use an innovative outlining tool, called The Bubble Method, which will help you make every single topic a potential article.

Getting to Know Your Market Guidebook (Continued)

What is a query letter? Do nonfiction article writers really need them? How can you write one that will capture the interest of editors? That's what this lesson will discuss: giving you a foundation for writing a query that sells your ideas.

Producing Articles; Using Email

In this lesson, you'll get a quick review of production tips and grammar rules. But the gem is a section on how to interview the people, experts, and celebrities that you'll be writing about. Whatever type of article you write, you may have occasion to interview someone. Not being an effective interviewer will diminish your chances of success. However, what you learn in this lesson will make interviewing fun and easy.

Producing Articles; Using Email (Continued)

Money. It's the topic of this lesson and will be discussed in depth. The lesson will then debunk that bugaboo, "writer's block". Yes, writer's block is out there, waiting to get your attention and stop you in your tracks, but in this lesson you'll learn how to simply acknowledge it and then get writing once again.

Writing Clearly; Knowing Your Reader

Do you know your reader? Most new writers say, "Hey, of course I do". But unless you know who you're writing for and write in a fashion that captures and sustains a reader's interest, you'll find writing for magazines a huge challenge. So, this lesson will talk about writing for a reader, ways to create clear and crisp writing, and writing fillers and essays.

Writing Clearly; Knowing Your Reader (Continued)

Have you ever wondered how magazine writers know how many words are right for a specific topic? Have you thought about where sidebars come from? Do you want to gain credibility for a nonfiction book and further your profession, cause, or company? You'll get answers to those questions and much more here in this lesson.

Employing Sound Research Techniques

By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to research topics for articles and understand how to get yourself into the research picture. It's nearly painless and really fun once you know the techniques professional magazine writers use.

Employing Sound Research Techniques (Continued)

Do you need to interview an expert or get a quote from one to make your article sparkle? You probably have a book in your house right now that would supply what you're looking for. This lesson will talk more about finding experts to make your articles sizzle. Then you'll examine the tools you need to self-edit. Self-editing is the polish that turns okay writing into publishable words.

Marketing Your Articles With Spin-Offs and Revisions; Seasonal and Theme Articles

Recycle your research and you'll be able to sell and resell ideas without reinventing the wheel. That's the focus of this lesson. The lesson will also discuss writing about theme and seasonal articles, locating regional publications that would be crazy not to have you write for them, and networking with others to increase the number of articles you sell.

Marketing Your Articles With Spin-Offs and Revisions; Seasonal and Theme Articles (Continued)

Imagine you're about to print an article that you've been working on for a week. It's dynamite and headed for publication in a major magazine. This is your lucky break. As weird as it seems to a cyber-savvy writer like you, the editor wants a printed manuscript. After thinking, "this magazine is still in the dark ages", you smile and comply. However, you've run out of paper (or need a printer cartridge) or stamps or some other indispensable writing supply. If this hasn't happened to you yet, it may, unless you realize that time is money. Time management is the final topic and since there's only so much time in the day, you'll learn how to use what you have, and use it well.

What you will learn

• Learn how to find ideas for articles
• Understand how to use your market guidebook
• Get an overview of production tips and grammar rules
• Learn how to interview various subjects
• Understand how to write for a reader in a clear crisp way
• Learn how to do research for your writing

How you will benefit

• Become more confident in your ability to build a career as a magazine writer
• Learn ways to keep the creative juices flowing so you're never without new ideas
• Understand the magazine writing world so you can be more successful

Eva Shaw, Ph.D. is a full-time working writer. She has authored thousands of articles, essays, and short stories and more than 70 books including "Writing the Nonfiction Book" and "Insider's Guide to San Diego." Her work has been featured in USA Today, San Diego Union Tribune, Publisher's Weekly, and others. She has won several awards, including the Book of the Year Award from the American Journal of Nursing, the Benjamin Franklin Award, and the Woman of Merit Award.

This course introduces students to and provides a basic foundation in UI/UX design, including competitive research, designing effective user experience, applying design aesthetics, testing for accessibility, creating professional prototypes, and summary reports and design proposals.

User interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design have emerged as the framing approach to all digital design, including websites, apps and other devices and one of the most valuable skills in today's digital design environment. This course provides a concentrated but substantial introduction to every key element in UI/UX design.

The course introduces students to and provides:

• A basic understanding of competitive research
• Designing effective user experience
• Applying design aesthetics
• Testing for accessibility
• Creating professional prototypes
• Summary reports and design proposals

Integrated throughout the course are real-world examples and skill-building materials that prepare students to enter into or become more valuable participants in the field of UI/UX design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.10 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

User interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design have emerged as the framing approach to all digital design. including websites, apps, and other devices, and one of the most valuable skills in today's digital design environment. This course introduces and provides students with a basic foundation in every aspect of UI/UX design, including competitive research, designing effective user experience, applying design aesthetics, testing for accessibility, creating professional prototypes, and summary reports and design proposals.

Understanding the Nature and Role of User Experience Design in Today's World

This lesson provides a basic understanding of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design. After going through it, you will be able to describe who uses UI/UX design and what specific hard and soft skills are required of the users. You'll also learn how UI/UX design actually takes place in a professional communication design workflow and be introduced to key terms of the field starting with information architecture and user profiles.

Understanding How User Interface (UI) Design Fits into Developing User Experience (UX)

This lesson takes a closer look at the differences and relationship between UI and UX. You'll see why and how basic rules for communication design are applied in designing user interfaces for websites, apps, and communication devices (like watches). Finally, the lesson shows you how to identify the role of key user interface design elements: logos, color schemes, typography, iconography, and imagery.

Conducting a Competitive Analysis

This lesson explores the important role of competitive analysis, also referred to as comparative analysis or just comp analysis. You'll learn why competitive analysis is one of the most cost-effective ways to begin a UI/UX design (or redesign) process. The content of this lesson presents ways to apply creativity and critical thinking to plan and carry out competitive analysis. And you will learn to sift through the data gathered through this analytical process, identify what positive features can be applied to your project, and what negative features you can avoid. Finally, you will be shown how to present the findings of competitive analysis to stakeholders who will define the objectives of the UI/UX design.

Identifying User and Stakeholder Needs

This lesson will dig deeper into the UI/UX design process and presents the rule of user profiles, also referred to as personas. These are profiles of fictional people who embody and concentrate the composite needs and preferences of people who will visit a website, app, or other web-based interactive site. You'll learn how to conduct demographic and other research to create the basis for assembling accurate user profiles, and also to integrate user and stakeholder interviews into those profiles.

Create a Journey Map and User Matrix

This lesson illustrates how journey maps envision and chart out the way that different users will navigate through a website or app. User matrices perform that function as well. Such matrices are more complex charts which present multiple pathways that different kinds of users will follow to successfully engage with the objectives of a site. Beyond that, you will learn to test user matrices to see if they accurately represent how users will engage with a site, and if users and stakeholders will find their needs reflected in the journey maps and matrices.

Prototyping with Sitemaps

You may have experienced sitemaps, which are essentially flowcharts that define how users will navigate from the landing page of a site to a successful event based on the site's objectives. Examples of such an event might include a sale, an inquiry, or watching a video. In this lesson, you'll learn how sitemaps relate to wireframes, which are rough sketches of individual pages. You'll see how sitemaps are used as a pivot from research into actual site design. And you will learn how UI/UX designers test sitemaps for their usability and usefulness.

Designing UI with Style Tiles

This lesson discusses why UI/UX designers use style tiles to create a coherent look and feel that can be applied across dozens, hundreds, thousands, tens of thousands, or more pages. You will learn about the design elements that make up the core of a style tile and why those particular elements are used. Finally, the lesson presents how designers go about creating, sharing, and applying design features through style tiles.

Applying Accessibility Standards

Accessibility, or making online content available to fully or partially blind, deaf, or disabled people, is rapidly emerging as a critical component of successful UI/UX design. Changes in technology, work environment, culture, attitudes, and laws are driving that change. This lesson presents the kinds of users who need special features to access site content and how to test a site for accessibility. In addition, the lesson shows you how to research and address the legal requirements for accessibility, and proper techniques to ensure that a site is accessible.

Key UI/UX Tools and Apps

This lesson helps you become conversant with the primary software applications used in UI/UX design: Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD. You'll examine how these applications provide similar tools for designing high-resolution prototypes that can be tested with users, reviewed by stakeholders, and handed off to coders who turn prototypes into websites and apps.

Creating a High-Def Prototype

This lesson takes you on a deeper dive into building prototype applications. It will focus on using key features in Adobe XD, which is available in a free version for students. You will learn the difference between a low-resolution prototype used in early stages of UI/UX design and a developer-ready, high-resolution prototype that embeds the dimensions, color codes, fonts, and other details coders need to build a website or app. This lesson also shows how design teams use shared prototypes to solicit input from colleagues and stakeholders.

Understanding and Applying Agile Development

The fast pace of web and app development requires teamwork, constant iteration (changes) in plans, and flexible deployment of resources. This lesson shows how UI/UX designers have articulated and adopted methods for design and development that address those needs using a process known as Agile development. The lesson explains how and why the Agile development process varies from older models of product development and illustrates how different flavors of Agile, like Scrum and Kanban, differ and overlap. Finally, you will learn how to apply problem-solving techniques common to all Agile development modes, including prioritizing tasks and objectives.

Presenting a UI/UX Design

UI/UX designers share their research findings, their plans, and the basis for them in reports. This lesson presents techniques for preparing, organizing, and presenting reports that convey substance and credibility. In addition, you'll learn how to craft reports that are appropriate to audiences that require different kinds of reports. These reports could range from simple memos to presentations to the substantial and formal written reports.

What you will learn

• The nature and role of UI/UX design in today's fast-evolving world of digital and interactive design
• To be able to apply in practice principles and practices of stakeholder and user research in UI/UX design
• To wield prototyping tools including user journey maps; use case scenarios; and sitemaps to evaluate, plan and test user experience
• The role of UI/UX design and prototyping apps: Sketch, Figma and Adobe XD
• To prepare, write, and present research reports and design proposals in a range of professional settings

How you will benefit

• Acquire and enhance professional competence in UI/UX design
• Develop professional communication skills presenting research, analysis, and design proposal
• Be introduced to the most popular UI/UX apps

David Karlins is the author of 40 books on digital and interactive design; an adjunct professor of web design, communication design and engineering at the City University of New York (CUNY) and New York University (NYU); and a working communication and UI/UX designer and consultant.

This course introduces students to and provides a basic foundation in UI/UX design, including competitive research, designing effective user experience, applying design aesthetics, testing for accessibility, creating professional prototypes, and summary reports and design proposals.

User interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design have emerged as the framing approach to all digital design, including websites, apps and other devices and one of the most valuable skills in today's digital design environment. This course provides a concentrated but substantial introduction to every key element in UI/UX design.

The course introduces students to and provides:

• A basic understanding of competitive research
• Designing effective user experience
• Applying design aesthetics
• Testing for accessibility
• Creating professional prototypes
• Summary reports and design proposals

Integrated throughout the course are real-world examples and skill-building materials that prepare students to enter into or become more valuable participants in the field of UI/UX design.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.10 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

User interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design have emerged as the framing approach to all digital design. including websites, apps, and other devices, and one of the most valuable skills in today's digital design environment. This course introduces and provides students with a basic foundation in every aspect of UI/UX design, including competitive research, designing effective user experience, applying design aesthetics, testing for accessibility, creating professional prototypes, and summary reports and design proposals.

Understanding the Nature and Role of User Experience Design in Today's World

This lesson provides a basic understanding of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design. After going through it, you will be able to describe who uses UI/UX design and what specific hard and soft skills are required of the users. You'll also learn how UI/UX design actually takes place in a professional communication design workflow and be introduced to key terms of the field starting with information architecture and user profiles.

Understanding How User Interface (UI) Design Fits into Developing User Experience (UX)

This lesson takes a closer look at the differences and relationship between UI and UX. You'll see why and how basic rules for communication design are applied in designing user interfaces for websites, apps, and communication devices (like watches). Finally, the lesson shows you how to identify the role of key user interface design elements: logos, color schemes, typography, iconography, and imagery.

Conducting a Competitive Analysis

This lesson explores the important role of competitive analysis, also referred to as comparative analysis or just comp analysis. You'll learn why competitive analysis is one of the most cost-effective ways to begin a UI/UX design (or redesign) process. The content of this lesson presents ways to apply creativity and critical thinking to plan and carry out competitive analysis. And you will learn to sift through the data gathered through this analytical process, identify what positive features can be applied to your project, and what negative features you can avoid. Finally, you will be shown how to present the findings of competitive analysis to stakeholders who will define the objectives of the UI/UX design.

Identifying User and Stakeholder Needs

This lesson will dig deeper into the UI/UX design process and presents the rule of user profiles, also referred to as personas. These are profiles of fictional people who embody and concentrate the composite needs and preferences of people who will visit a website, app, or other web-based interactive site. You'll learn how to conduct demographic and other research to create the basis for assembling accurate user profiles, and also to integrate user and stakeholder interviews into those profiles.

Create a Journey Map and User Matrix

This lesson illustrates how journey maps envision and chart out the way that different users will navigate through a website or app. User matrices perform that function as well. Such matrices are more complex charts which present multiple pathways that different kinds of users will follow to successfully engage with the objectives of a site. Beyond that, you will learn to test user matrices to see if they accurately represent how users will engage with a site, and if users and stakeholders will find their needs reflected in the journey maps and matrices.

Prototyping with Sitemaps

You may have experienced sitemaps, which are essentially flowcharts that define how users will navigate from the landing page of a site to a successful event based on the site's objectives. Examples of such an event might include a sale, an inquiry, or watching a video. In this lesson, you'll learn how sitemaps relate to wireframes, which are rough sketches of individual pages. You'll see how sitemaps are used as a pivot from research into actual site design. And you will learn how UI/UX designers test sitemaps for their usability and usefulness.

Designing UI with Style Tiles

This lesson discusses why UI/UX designers use style tiles to create a coherent look and feel that can be applied across dozens, hundreds, thousands, tens of thousands, or more pages. You will learn about the design elements that make up the core of a style tile and why those particular elements are used. Finally, the lesson presents how designers go about creating, sharing, and applying design features through style tiles.

Applying Accessibility Standards

Accessibility, or making online content available to fully or partially blind, deaf, or disabled people, is rapidly emerging as a critical component of successful UI/UX design. Changes in technology, work environment, culture, attitudes, and laws are driving that change. This lesson presents the kinds of users who need special features to access site content and how to test a site for accessibility. In addition, the lesson shows you how to research and address the legal requirements for accessibility, and proper techniques to ensure that a site is accessible.

Key UI/UX Tools and Apps

This lesson helps you become conversant with the primary software applications used in UI/UX design: Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD. You'll examine how these applications provide similar tools for designing high-resolution prototypes that can be tested with users, reviewed by stakeholders, and handed off to coders who turn prototypes into websites and apps.

Creating a High-Def Prototype

This lesson takes you on a deeper dive into building prototype applications. It will focus on using key features in Adobe XD, which is available in a free version for students. You will learn the difference between a low-resolution prototype used in early stages of UI/UX design and a developer-ready, high-resolution prototype that embeds the dimensions, color codes, fonts, and other details coders need to build a website or app. This lesson also shows how design teams use shared prototypes to solicit input from colleagues and stakeholders.

Understanding and Applying Agile Development

The fast pace of web and app development requires teamwork, constant iteration (changes) in plans, and flexible deployment of resources. This lesson shows how UI/UX designers have articulated and adopted methods for design and development that address those needs using a process known as Agile development. The lesson explains how and why the Agile development process varies from older models of product development and illustrates how different flavors of Agile, like Scrum and Kanban, differ and overlap. Finally, you will learn how to apply problem-solving techniques common to all Agile development modes, including prioritizing tasks and objectives.

Presenting a UI/UX Design

UI/UX designers share their research findings, their plans, and the basis for them in reports. This lesson presents techniques for preparing, organizing, and presenting reports that convey substance and credibility. In addition, you'll learn how to craft reports that are appropriate to audiences that require different kinds of reports. These reports could range from simple memos to presentations to the substantial and formal written reports.

What you will learn

• The nature and role of UI/UX design in today's fast-evolving world of digital and interactive design
• To be able to apply in practice principles and practices of stakeholder and user research in UI/UX design
• To wield prototyping tools including user journey maps; use case scenarios; and sitemaps to evaluate, plan and test user experience
• The role of UI/UX design and prototyping apps: Sketch, Figma and Adobe XD
• To prepare, write, and present research reports and design proposals in a range of professional settings

How you will benefit

• Acquire and enhance professional competence in UI/UX design
• Develop professional communication skills presenting research, analysis, and design proposal
• Be introduced to the most popular UI/UX apps

David Karlins is the author of 40 books on digital and interactive design; an adjunct professor of web design, communication design and engineering at the City University of New York (CUNY) and New York University (NYU); and a working communication and UI/UX designer and consultant.

Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game engine architectures, this online course will teach you how to effectively design and develop games.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course must be taken on a PC. Macs are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later (10 recommended)
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome (recommended), Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
• Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 or higher (Visual Studio Community 2019 Edition recommended)
• Blender 3D (Latest version)
• Unreal Engine 4 (Latest version)
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Video game design and development is challenging, but the rewards are worth it. With this unparalleled comprehensive training course, you'll master skills that open doors to the growing video game industry. By the end of the course, you will have designed and created your own video game for the PC and will stand ready to join a team working on projects with larger scope or pursue independent development.

Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game development, this course offers you the opportunity to learn how to effectively implement technical game ideas, assuming no prior training or experience. The curriculum is divided into four major areas of study: programming languages, mathematics skills, game asset creation, and modern real-time game engines. It will conclude with an independent study phase where you will design, document, and create your own game using all of the programming and game art skills you learned in the core classes. This course is entirely online and is completed at your own pace.

1. C++ Programming for Game Developers I
   1. How to Create a C++ Program, Console Input and Output, Variable, and Arithmetic Operators
   2. Logical Operators, Controlling Program Flow, Repetition, and Arrays
   3. Functions
   4. References and Pointers
   5. Classes and Object-oriented Programming Design
   6. Strings
   7. Operator Overloading
   8. File Input and Output
   9. Inheritance and Polymorphism
2. C++ Programming for Game Developers II
   1. Template Classes and Template Functions
   2. Error Handling
   3. Number Systems, Data Representations, and Bit Operations
   4. The Standard Template Library
   5. Introduction to Windows Programming
   6. Menus and Drawing with GDI
   7. Dialog Boxes
   8. Timing, Animation, and Sprites
   9. Designing and Implementing a 2D Game
3. Game Mathematics
   1. Real Numbers
   2. Algebra
   3. Set Theory and Functions
   4. Polynomials
   5. Trigonometry
   6. Vector Mathematics
   7. Matrix Mathematics
   8. Quaternion Algebra
   9. Linear Transformations
   10. Analytic Geometry
4. General Game Modeling and Texturing
   1. Interface and Rendering Modes
   2. Primitives, Meshes, and Mesh Editing
   3. Pivots and Manipulators
   4. The 3D Cursor
   5. Object Join, Separate, Duplication
   6. Polygon Structure and Count
   7. Modeling with Bevel, Extrude, Multiresolution Modifiers
   8. Spin Tool and Splines
   9. Image Planes
   10. Texture Maps and UV Unwrapping
   11. Creating and Saving Scenes
5. Unreal Engine Foundation
   1. Creating Projects and Understanding the User Interface
   2. Viewport Navigation
   3. View Modes and Show Flags
   4. Placing Objects in a Level
   5. The Content Browser
   6. Material Creation
   7. Basic Scene Lighting
   8. Introduction to Blueprints

What you will learn

• Learn how to design and create video games for PC
• Understand the technical and aesthetic fundamentals for creating a successful game
• Master the math, programming language, and game engine knowledge needed to design video games
• Embark on an independent study module during which you'll create your own game

How you will benefit

• Create your own video game that can be used as a portfolio piece or shown to prospective employers
• Jump-start your career as a video game designer, whether you want to work at an organization or pursue independent projects
• Gain confidence in your design skills
• Complete this course online at your own pace while still maintaining your current job or schooling efforts

Frank Luna has programmed interactive 3D computer graphics for more than a decade. He has 15 years of C++ programming experience, having worked as a contractor, with Hero Interactive, and on the open source Scorch 3D engine. Since 2004, he has taught C++ and mathematics for games at the Game Institute. He has also written a number of best-selling textbooks on game and graphics programming, including "Introduction to 3D Game Programming with DirectX 11.0."

John DeGoes began writing software and designing digital logic circuits during the early 1980s. He has been actively involved in the fields of computer science, mathematics, and game development for more than fifteen years. He has authored two games programming books, "3D Game Programming with C++" and "3D Game Programming with C++ Gold Edition" and several published articles on the subject. DeGoes holds a bachelor's degree in applied mathematics from Montana State University-Billings and is working on his doctorate in applied mathematics.

Gary Simmons started programming games in 1981. In May 2000, he founded Mr.GameMaker.com, a teaching site dedicated to helping game programmers (hobbyists and professionals alike) learn cutting-edge game programming techniques. Simmons has published dozens of full-length game development papers and tutorials. He has been teaching since 2001 and also serves as a faculty director.

Adam Hoult is the lead technology developer at the Game Institute. He started programming in the early 1980s and has since developed a number of engine and tool design projects. Hoult spent time running a development tools production company and game programming site. Eventually, he teamed up with fellow instructor Gary Simmons to develop the successful Mr.GameMaker.com teaching website.

Brian Hall is an engineer and AI programmer at Midway Amusement Games. He currently works on advanced AI algorithms for an upcoming action-adventure console title. He has also designed and written parametetric airport generation software for SimAuthor Inc, as well as a real-time CLOD terrain system using real-world satellite imagery and elevation data. Previously, Hall was a senior engineer at Accurate Automation Corporation, where he developed real-time learning systems for detecting pilot-induced oscillations in aircraft.

David Bourg is a naval architect and marine engineer. He performs computer simulations and develops analysis tools that measure things such as hovercraft performance and the effect of waves on the motion of ships and boats. He also teaches ship design, construction, and analysis at the college level. In addition to his practical engineering background, Bourg owns a computer game development and consulting company, Crescent Vision Interactive. Current projects include a massive multiplayer online role-playing game and several Java-based multiplayer games.

Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game engine architectures, this online course will teach you how to effectively design and develop games.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course must be taken on a PC. Macs are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later (10 recommended)
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome (recommended), Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
• Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 or higher (Visual Studio Community 2019 Edition recommended)
• Blender 3D (Latest version)
• Unreal Engine 4 (Latest version)
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Video game design and development is challenging, but the rewards are worth it. With this unparalleled comprehensive training course, you'll master skills that open doors to the growing video game industry. By the end of the course, you will have designed and created your own video game for the PC and will stand ready to join a team working on projects with larger scope or pursue independent development.

Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game development, this course offers you the opportunity to learn how to effectively implement technical game ideas, assuming no prior training or experience. The curriculum is divided into four major areas of study: programming languages, mathematics skills, game asset creation, and modern real-time game engines. It will conclude with an independent study phase where you will design, document, and create your own game using all of the programming and game art skills you learned in the core classes. This course is entirely online and is completed at your own pace.

1. C++ Programming for Game Developers I
   1. How to Create a C++ Program, Console Input and Output, Variable, and Arithmetic Operators
   2. Logical Operators, Controlling Program Flow, Repetition, and Arrays
   3. Functions
   4. References and Pointers
   5. Classes and Object-oriented Programming Design
   6. Strings
   7. Operator Overloading
   8. File Input and Output
   9. Inheritance and Polymorphism
2. C++ Programming for Game Developers II
   1. Template Classes and Template Functions
   2. Error Handling
   3. Number Systems, Data Representations, and Bit Operations
   4. The Standard Template Library
   5. Introduction to Windows Programming
   6. Menus and Drawing with GDI
   7. Dialog Boxes
   8. Timing, Animation, and Sprites
   9. Designing and Implementing a 2D Game
3. Game Mathematics
   1. Real Numbers
   2. Algebra
   3. Set Theory and Functions
   4. Polynomials
   5. Trigonometry
   6. Vector Mathematics
   7. Matrix Mathematics
   8. Quaternion Algebra
   9. Linear Transformations
   10. Analytic Geometry
4. General Game Modeling and Texturing
   1. Interface and Rendering Modes
   2. Primitives, Meshes, and Mesh Editing
   3. Pivots and Manipulators
   4. The 3D Cursor
   5. Object Join, Separate, Duplication
   6. Polygon Structure and Count
   7. Modeling with Bevel, Extrude, Multiresolution Modifiers
   8. Spin Tool and Splines
   9. Image Planes
   10. Texture Maps and UV Unwrapping
   11. Creating and Saving Scenes
5. Unreal Engine Foundation
   1. Creating Projects and Understanding the User Interface
   2. Viewport Navigation
   3. View Modes and Show Flags
   4. Placing Objects in a Level
   5. The Content Browser
   6. Material Creation
   7. Basic Scene Lighting
   8. Introduction to Blueprints

What you will learn

• Learn how to design and create video games for PC
• Understand the technical and aesthetic fundamentals for creating a successful game
• Master the math, programming language, and game engine knowledge needed to design video games
• Embark on an independent study module during which you'll create your own game

How you will benefit

• Create your own video game that can be used as a portfolio piece or shown to prospective employers
• Jump-start your career as a video game designer, whether you want to work at an organization or pursue independent projects
• Gain confidence in your design skills
• Complete this course online at your own pace while still maintaining your current job or schooling efforts

Frank Luna has programmed interactive 3D computer graphics for more than a decade. He has 15 years of C++ programming experience, having worked as a contractor, with Hero Interactive, and on the open source Scorch 3D engine. Since 2004, he has taught C++ and mathematics for games at the Game Institute. He has also written a number of best-selling textbooks on game and graphics programming, including "Introduction to 3D Game Programming with DirectX 11.0."

John DeGoes began writing software and designing digital logic circuits during the early 1980s. He has been actively involved in the fields of computer science, mathematics, and game development for more than fifteen years. He has authored two games programming books, "3D Game Programming with C++" and "3D Game Programming with C++ Gold Edition" and several published articles on the subject. DeGoes holds a bachelor's degree in applied mathematics from Montana State University-Billings and is working on his doctorate in applied mathematics.

Gary Simmons started programming games in 1981. In May 2000, he founded Mr.GameMaker.com, a teaching site dedicated to helping game programmers (hobbyists and professionals alike) learn cutting-edge game programming techniques. Simmons has published dozens of full-length game development papers and tutorials. He has been teaching since 2001 and also serves as a faculty director.

Adam Hoult is the lead technology developer at the Game Institute. He started programming in the early 1980s and has since developed a number of engine and tool design projects. Hoult spent time running a development tools production company and game programming site. Eventually, he teamed up with fellow instructor Gary Simmons to develop the successful Mr.GameMaker.com teaching website.

Brian Hall is an engineer and AI programmer at Midway Amusement Games. He currently works on advanced AI algorithms for an upcoming action-adventure console title. He has also designed and written parametetric airport generation software for SimAuthor Inc, as well as a real-time CLOD terrain system using real-world satellite imagery and elevation data. Previously, Hall was a senior engineer at Accurate Automation Corporation, where he developed real-time learning systems for detecting pilot-induced oscillations in aircraft.

David Bourg is a naval architect and marine engineer. He performs computer simulations and develops analysis tools that measure things such as hovercraft performance and the effect of waves on the motion of ships and boats. He also teaches ship design, construction, and analysis at the college level. In addition to his practical engineering background, Bourg owns a computer game development and consulting company, Crescent Vision Interactive. Current projects include a massive multiplayer online role-playing game and several Java-based multiplayer games.

An informative introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography.

Discover Digital Photography is designed for the novice photographer with no previous experience with digital cameras.

This course will teach you all about digital cameras, from DSLRs to smart phone cameras and what different equipment is used for. You will learn about different display methods for your camera, including sizing, print options, online storage, and how social media factors into digital photography. If you have old slides, negatives, or prints, this course will also teach you how to scan those "old school" photo assets.

After completing the course, you will understand how the process of composing photos has changed with the evolving capabilities of digital photography.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Gain the skills you need to take great photos with your digital camera and never miss a memorable moment again. This course is an informative introduction to digital photography, from DSLRs to smart phone cameras.

What Is Digital Photography?

In your first lesson, you'll have a chance to become familiar with the online classroom and discover the many resources available to you, including the beginning of the Digital Dictionary. You will also learn how digital photography works and what's needed to get started with a digital workshop at home.

Learn About Cameras

In this lesson, you'll have an opportunity to understand the key features of a digital camera. This will be helpful as you learn about what to look for both inside and outside the camera and as you explore the different levels of equipment available.

Shopping for Digital Equipment

When it's time to buy your own camera, you'll want to know how to make the right choice. This lesson covers more of the attributes and features of digital photography, so you're ready to go shopping!

Storing Digital Images

Digital storage is a big issue. In this lesson, you will learn the ways to address this aspect of digital photography. When it comes to digital images, you'll need storage space—not only on your camera, but also on your computer and somewhere offline for backup. This lesson also recommends how to get the most out of your storage space and the best backup option.

Phone and Tablet Photography

Digital photography isn't limited to traditional cameras! You probably have your phone or tablet with you most of the time, and this lesson explores the option of using that camera to take pictures, display your images, or even do quick editing. If you've been a bit confused by all the new terminology connected with smartphones and tablets, here you'll find easy explanations and clear examples of how to make the most of this technology.

The Digital Darkroom

The ability to edit your digital images is one of the most compelling features of digital photography. This lesson will show you several of the software programs available to you and some of the many features you'll find in digital editing programs.

Digital Photography Online

Using digital images online and on your computer are big parts of digital photography. In this lesson, you'll discover ways you can easily use digital images with email and on websites. You will also learn how to size images for use on the Internet. You'll love learning how simple it is to use your images as backgrounds and computer wallpaper. With digital photography, you can customize almost anything!

Digital Printing

Printing digital images can take many forms. This lesson explores the options for printing at home and the extensive network of retail printers available for digital work. You'll also learn how to prepare your images for the best quality prints, regardless of where you print them. If archival quality is important to you, or if you're scrapbooking, there are some things you'll want to know!

A Changing Society

This lesson explores how new and how digital imaging is changing communication, business practices, and the way photographers protect their images.

Scanning and Restoring Photos

Scanning printed images is an important option for digital photography. This lesson focuses on restoring old and damaged photos, as well as using scanners to convert slides, negatives, and prints into digital images. You'll even learn how to capture an image of a 3D object with a scanner! A scanner is a terrific tool for digital photographers and does an excellent job of connecting traditional photography with the digital era. This is an especially important lesson for scrapbookers who are working on family histories with damaged images or printed documents.

Traveling With Digital Equipment

Travel photography is always a favorite subject for photographers, whether you're shooting in your own backyard or around the world. Digital photography presents some different challenges and opportunities. This lesson focuses on how professionals in the field handle the challenges, as well as techniques and opportunities you can use when you travel, including file organization with Adobe's Lightroom.

Composing Digitally

Your final lesson will teach you how to compose your pictures with digital options in mind. There's a lot more to being a digital photographer than just owning a digital camera. In this lesson, you will see some great examples of difficult situations that you can remedy with digital solutions. The more you learn about your options, the more you'll want to experiment!

What you will learn

• Become familiar with digital photography basics and decision-making tools for choosing the right computer for you
• Explore the features and functions of digital cameras
• Understand the need for image storage and the options available
• Become familiar with the resources for digital photographers on computers and the Internet
• Explore the options for printing quality prints from digital images
• Examine the equipment available for scanning film and prints, as well as options for restoring damaged images
• Realize the options for composing images where you intend to use digital editing as part of the artistic process

How you will benefit

• Gain confidence using your digital camera to take pictures
• Capture perfect memories with family and friends
• Develop a great new, creative hobby

Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies from UC Berkeley and a master's degree in Adult and Continuing Education. For the past 10 years, Schulz has taught at the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14—What's New?"