PME NTI : Photoshop Introduction

Course Overview

Delegates will be introduced to the essential tools and techniques of the latest version of Photoshop that will provide a solid foundation into the benefits of using the software for photo retouching and image manipulation.

The course will cover all the main features of Photoshop including painting, retouching and enhancing images as well as working with layers and preparing images for use in print and the web.

Delegates will be able to navigate their way through the software with confidence and competently use the range of special effect tools and features that Photoshop provides.

What you will learn:

• Getting to know Photoshop – finding your way around.
• Under the hood – the fundamentals of a Photoshop file.
• Improving your image – the basics of photo preparation.
• Selections – isolating the areas you want to work on.
• Layers – working with a layered composition.
• Masks and Channels – managing transparency and selections.
• Retouch and repair – cleaning up your image.
• Type, shapes and pen – working with type and vector objects.
• Image effects – filters and layer styles.
• Output for print and web – saving your files appropriately.

Entry Requirements

Pre-Requisites

Basic IT and Windows for PC users or OSX skills for Apple Mac users.