Adobe Photoshop CS4 Training

Course Duration:

2 Days

What Students Receive:

Each student will receive:

• A copy of Adobe Photoshop CS4 Classroom in a Book for use during and after class. This courseware manual, written by the Adobe Creative Team, is an essential reference for learning Adobe Photoshop as well as preparing for Photoshop Certification Exams.
• A PC headset for communicating with your instructor and fellow students during your Photoshop Training Class
• A course completion certificate upon successful completion of your Photoshop Training course
• Six months of post-class email support from a Photoshop Instructor

Course Description:

Adobe Photoshop is the benchmark for digital imaging applications. In this Adobe Photoshop CS4 Training course, students will learn both fundamental and advanced features of Adobe Photoshop CS4.

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Perform basic photo corrections.
• Use the Photoshop selection tools.
• Use and manipulate layers.
• Work with masks and channels..
• Work with Type.
• Prepare files for the web.
• Work with 3D images.

Course Audience:

This course is designed for both new and experienced Adobe Photoshop users who are interested in becoming more proficient in their use of Adobe Photoshop.

Course Prerequisites:

Students should have experience using a computer to complete basic tasks.

Course Syllabus:

1. Lesson 1: Getting to know the Work Area
• Lesson Overview
• Starting to Work in Adobe Photoshop
• Using the Tools
• Using the Options Bar and Other Panels
• Undoing Actions in Photoshop
• Customizing the Workspace
• Finding Resources for Using Photoshop
• Checking for Updates
• Review Question and Answers
2. Lesson 2: Basic Photo Corrections
• Lesson Overview
• Strategy for Retouching
• Resolution and Image Size
• Getting Started
• Straightening and Cropping an Image
• Making Automatic Adjustments
• Removing a Color Cast
• Manually Adjusting the Tonal Range
• Replacing Colors in an Image
• Adjusting Lightness with the Dodge Tool
• Adjusting Saturation with the Sponge Tool
• Comparing Automatic and Manual Results
• Repairing Areas with the Clone Stamp Tool
• Using the Spot Healing Brush Tool
• Using the Healing Brush and Patch Tools
• Applying the Unsharp Mask Filter
• Saving the Image for Four-Color Printing
• Review Questions and Answers
3. Lesson 3: Working with Selections
• Lesson Overview
• About Selecting and Selection Tools
• Getting Started
• Using the Quick Selection Tool
• Moving to a Selected Area
• Manipulating Sections
• Using the Magic Wand Tool
• Selecting the Lasso Tools
• Rotating a Selection
• Selecting with the Magnetic Lasso Tool
• Cropping an Image and Erasing Within a Selection
• Refining the Edge of a Selection
• Review Questions and Answers
4. Lesson 4: Layer Basics
• Lesson Overview
• About Layers
• Getting Started
• Using the Layers Panel
• Rearranging Layers
• Applying a Gradient to a Layer
• Applying a Layer Style
• Flattening and Saving Files
• Review Questions and Answers
5. Lesson 5: Masks and Channels
• Lesson Overview
• Working with Masks and Channels
• Getting Started
• Creating a Quick Mask
• Editing a Mask
• Viewing Channels
• Adjusting Individual Channels
• Loading a Mask as a Selection
• Applying Filters to a Mask
• Applying Effects Using a Gradient Mask
• Resizing the Canvas
• Removing the Background From an Image
• Moving Layers Between Documents
• Colorizing with an Adjustment Layer
• Grouping and Clipping Layers
• Inverting a Mask
• Using Type as a Mask
• Review Questions and Answers
6. Lesson 6: Correcting and Enhancing Digital Photographs
• Lesson Overview
• Getting Started
• About Camera Raw
• Processing Camera Raw Files
• Correcting Digital Photographs in Photoshop
• Editing Images with a Vanishing-point Perspective
• Correcting Image Distortion
• Adding Depth of Field
• Creating a PDF Image Gallery
• Review Questions and Answers
7. Lesson 7: Typographic Design
• Lesson Overview
• About Type
• Getting Started
• Creating a Clipping Mask from Type
• Creating a Design Element from Type
• Using Interactive Formatting Controls
• Warping Point Type
• Designing a Paragraph of Type
• Warping a Layer
• Review Questions and Answers
8. Lesson 8: Vector Drawing Techniques
• Lesson Overview
• About Bitmap Images and Vector Graphics
• About Paths and the Pen Tool
• Getting Started
• Using Paths with Artwork
• Creating Vector Objects for the Background
• Working with Defined Custom Shapes
• Importing a Smart Object
• Review Questions and Answers
9. Lesson 9: Advanced Layering
• Lesson Overview
• Getting Started
• Clipping a Layer to a Shape
• Setting up a Vanishing Point Grid
• Creating your Own Keyboard Shortcuts
• Placing Imported Artwork
• Adding Artwork in Perspective
• Adding a Layer Style
• Placing the Side Panel Artwork
• Adding More Artwork in Perspective
• Adding the Adjustment Layer
• Working with Layer Comps
• Managing Layers
• Flattening a Layered Image
• Merging Layers and Layer Groups
• Stamping Layers
• Review Questions and Answers
10. Lesson 10: Advanced Compositing
• Lesson Overview
• Getting Started
• Assembling a Montage of Images
• Applying Filters
• Hand-Coloring Selections on a Layer
• Applying Smart Filters
• Adding Drop Shadows and a Border
• Matching Color Schemes Across Images
• Automating a Multistep Task
• Stitching a Panorama
• Review Questions and Answers
11. Lesson 11: Preparing Files for the Web
• Lesson Overview
• Getting Started
• Selecting a Web Design Workspace
• Creating Slices
• Adding Animation
• Animating a Layer Style
• Exporting HTML and Images
• Using the Zoomify Feature
• Creating a Web Gallery
• Review Questions and Answers
12. Lesson 12: Working with 3D Images
• Lesson Overview
• Getting Started
• Creating a 3D Shape from a Layer
• Manipulating 3D Objects
• Using the 3D Panel to Adjust Lighting and Surface Texture
• Merging Two-Dimensional Layers onto 3D Layers
• Importing 3D Files
• Merging 3D Layers to Share the Same 3D Space
• Adding a Spot Light
• Painting on a 3D Object
• Adding 3D Text
• Creating a 3D postcard
• Review Questions and Answers
13. Lesson 13: Working with Scientific Images
• Lesson Overview
• Getting Started
• Viewing and Editing Files in Adobe Bridge
• Brightening and Boosting Color in an Image
• Creating a Map Border and Work Area
• Making a Custom Border
• Measuring Objects and Data
• Exporting Measurements
• Measuring a Cross-Section
• Measuring in Perspective Using the Vanishing Point Filter
• Adding a Legend
• Creating a Slide Show
• Review Questions and Answers
14. Lesson 14: Producing and Printing Consistent Color
• Lesson Overview
• About Color Management Settings
• Getting Started
• Specifying Color-Management Settings
• Proofing an Image
• Identifying Out-of-Gamut Colors
• Adjusting an Image and Printing a Proof
• Saving the Image as a CMYK EPS File
• Printing
• Review Questions and Answers