Photoshop is an industry standard tool for graphic designers, web designers and photographers. In this hands-on course, you will learn how to enhance, modify and improve photographs. Topics include using the Photoshop interface, including panels, options and personal customization; effectively selecting, correcting and layering your compositions; retouching and correcting images; improving photos with color corrections and image adjustments; and practicing tips, tricks and shortcuts to increase your Photoshop efficiency. Prerequisites: basic computer skills and Windows proficiency.
For more information, please refer to our course outline.
Recommended Textbook:
- Adobe Photoshop CC Classroom in a Book (2021 release); ISBN-13: 978-013694731
Required Software:
Participants are required to purchase a student version of Photoshop CC for use during class as well as to practice and reinforce the skills learned. Additional information on how to purchase a student version will be provided by the instructor in the first session.
Notes:
- Expect 2-6 hours of work outside of class for Photoshop CC.
- During in-person instruction, please bring a USB flash drive (minimum 4GB) to class to save your work.
This is the second of two courses in the Graphic Design Certificate Part 1 (2 Class Series) and the second of six required courses in the Graphic Design Certificate.
For complete details about our Graphic Design Certificate, please visit our Graphic Design Certificate overview.
