Adobe Photoshop Training Class
Level 1: Mastering Photoshop Essentials

Notice: We are currently scheduled through the end of the year and are not able to offer any classes at this time. We apologize for the inconvience. Thank you.

Our Adobe Photoshop training provides you with the right solution to help you understand Adobe Photoshop to create your own spectacular digital images. We are up to date with the latest new features in the 2019 and 2020 releases of Adobe Photoshop. Our class focuses on non-destructive editing techniques that allow for the ultimate flexibility and ‘undo-ability’. We focus on industry leading best practices and workflows. Check our schedule for class dates and prices for an Adobe Photoshop class in Dallas, Texas or call us for private training at your site.

Whether you enroll in our Photoshop class or have us create private training for your entire staff, we will help you learn to use Photoshop in a productive and efficient manner. The class is taugh y our full-time instructor with over 25 years of Photoshop experience!

This course is designed to give you the fundamentals necessary to begin correcting and altering your images for print, multimedia, and Internet production. The primary focus is overall image correction, isolating parts of an image for correction, compositing using layers, and preparing the image to achieve a good final output. The class is taught using non-destructive editing techniques which follows the best practices of today's top Photoshop experts.

Topics covered in this three-day Adobe Photoshop class are:

Work Space

Understanding, Arranging, Restoring, and Saving Workspaces
Using Different Views to Optimize the Workspace
Using the Arrange Menu to Control Document Views
Incorporating Adobe Bridge into the Workflow

Photoshop Essentials

Understanding the Concept of Non-Destructive Image Editing
Using Layers to Create New or Modified Content Above the Original Image
Understanding and Using Smart Objects for Non-Destructive Editing
Working with Adjustment Layers to Correct Overall Image Problems
Knowing what Steps to Take to Correct an Image
Establishing a Consistent Workflow
Creating Multiple Versions of the Same Image for 'What If' Previews

Cropping

Cropping and Straightening Photos
Using the Straighten Tool for Leveling the Horizon
Rotating Images Freehand
Non-Destructive Cropping
Adding Canvas to an Image

Image Correction - Basic

Fixing Color Casts using an Adjustment Layer
Adjusting Overall Image Exposure
Fixing Too Dark Shadows or Overly Bright Highlights
Using the Lens Correction Filter to Fix Perspective

Image Correction - Just a Portion of an Image

Using the Selection Tools to Isolate an Area
Choosing the Best Selection Tool and Techniques to Highlight Complex Areas
Understanding how Layer Masks Allow for Non-Destructive Area Corrections and Changes
Using a Layer Mask to Replace a Portion of the Image, such as the Sky
Using Multiple Adjustment Layers to Allow for Easier Editing

Image Correction - Retouching

Using the Spot Healing Brush, the Healing Brush, and the Clone Stamp Tool
Creating a Non-Destructive Retouch Layer
Repairig Skin-Tone Quickly
Removing Unwanted Objects using Surrounding Texture

Layers

Understanding Stacking Order
Differentiating a Background From a Layer
Placing an Image to Create a Layer
Using Layer Blending Modes
Manipulating the Opacity of Layers
Duplicating and Deleting Layers

Deep Dive into Layer Masking

Understanding how a Mask Modifies Layer Transparency
Using the Select and Mask Panel
Creating a Mask Without Using the Selection Tools
Understanding the Difference between a Layer Mask and an Adjustment Layer Mask
Using the Paint Brush Effectively when Working with Layer Masks
Controlling Layer Masks with Keyboard Shortcuts

Text

Differentiating Between Line Text and Area Text
Using Adobe TypeKit
Adding Canvas Area
Formatting and Modifying Text

Output

Understanding Image Resolution
Finding the Right Image Size for your Output
Using the Crop Tool to Resize an Image for a Specific Purpose
Creating Crop Tool Presets
Using the Export Command and Preferences

All our scheduled Adobe Photoshop classes are taught at our Dallas Texas training facility. However we can also come to your site to do on-site training. The instructor is available for follow-up after the class.

Great examples, instructor willing to answer all questions, easy to follow along, great facility and reasonable training length (3 days).

Very informative and useful information was taught in this course.

In regards to the Photoshop Level 1 class, the skills and knowledge gained in these 3 days are IMMEDIATELY applicable to my needs.

Excellent Class, I went in to the class not knowing anything about Photoshop. I left the class with more than enough knowledge to do several projects at work. Very informative class.

Digital Training & Designs is one the most outstanding training facilities in classes at their facility. The staff is very accommodating; being sure to make you comfortable & ensuring that the classes meet your needs.

I thought I knew enough in Photoshop. I thought to myself that I should be in the Intermediate Class, instead of the Intro Class. Upon completing this course, I learned so much!!!!!! I will definitely take another course, even if I have to pay for it myself.