Photoshop 2021 Essential Training : The Basics

Unlock Your Creative Potential with Adobe Photoshop: A Beginner's Guide to Graphic Design & Photo Retouching

Adobe Photoshop is the industry-leading raster graphics editor for Windows and macOS, a powerful tool for digital artists and designers. Originally developed in 1988 by Thomas and John Knoll, it has become synonymous with image editing and digital art. While "Photoshop" is often used as a verb (e.g., "to photoshop"), Adobe prefers you use the full name.

This comprehensive course will teach you everything you need to know to confidently use Photoshop professionally. Learn to enhance your CV and start earning money with in-demand Photoshop skills.

What you'll learn:

• Photoshop Basics: We start from the ground up, perfect for complete beginners with no prior experience in Photoshop, photography, or design.
• Image Editing Techniques: Master essential image editing skills, including working with layers, masks, and alpha compositing.
• Color Models: Understand and utilize various color models like RGB, CMYK, CIELAB, spot color, and duotone.
• File Formats: Learn about PSD and PSB file formats and how they support Photoshop's advanced features.
• Graphic Design Applications: Discover how to leverage Photoshop for effective graphic design.
• Photo Retouching Mastery: Develop skills in Photoshop retouching to create stunning visuals.
• Text & Vector Graphics: Explore Photoshop's capabilities for editing and rendering text and vector graphics (including using clipping paths).
• 3D Graphics & Video: Gain an introduction to Photoshop's limited but useful features for 3D graphics and video editing.
• Expand Your Capabilities: Learn how to extend Photoshop's functionality with plug-ins.

Course Features:

• Step-by-step instruction, designed for a clear learning path.
• Downloadable exercise files to practice along with the videos.
• Learn the "secret sauce" to professional Photoshop results.

Whether you're a complete novice or have some basic experience, this course will empower you to create beautiful images using Photoshop. Start your journey to mastering Photoshop today!