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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Introduction to Photoshop Training Class: Length 2 Days
This two-day introductory Photoshop class is recommended for all levels of Photoshop users and is the entry level of all our Photoshop classes. In this Photoshop course you will learn how to properly use Photoshop's tools, discover how to retouch and color correct photographic images, as well as receive an introduction to professional imaging workflows. Advanced Photoshop users with no formal training will also benefit from this class as tips, tricks, keyboard shortcuts and essential foundation skills are covered throughout this class.
This course has been updated for the most current version of Photoshop, but training for previous versions of Adobe Photoshop is also available. This class is available as a regularly scheduled course at AGI’s classroom locations, or as a private or custom Photoshop course at your location or online.
This introductory Photoshop class includes a copy of the Photoshop Digital Classroom book, written by our team of expert instructors.
For more information, call 781-376-6044 to speak with a training consultant, or use our Photoshop training contact form.
Photoshop Training Class - Introduction Course Dates
All classes in Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia start at 9:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m.
and are led by a live instructor in the same classroom with you.
All online classes are led by a live instructor and run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Online |
Wed, Nov 6 2019 to Thu, Nov 7 2019 |
Online Live instructor-led class online |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Boston |
Wed, Nov 13 2019 to Thu, Nov 14 2019 |
Boston American Graphics Institute 150 Presidential Way Boston - Woburn, MA 01801 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Philadelphia |
Wed, Nov 13 2019 to Thu, Nov 14 2019 |
Philadelphia American Graphics Institute 101 West Elm St. Philadelphia - Conshohocken, PA 19428 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Online |
Mon, Dec 9 2019 to Tue, Dec 10 2019 |
Online Live instructor-led class online |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Boston |
Wed, Dec 11 2019 to Thu, Dec 12 2019 |
Boston American Graphics Institute 150 Presidential Way Boston - Woburn, MA 01801 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
NYC |
Wed, Dec 11 2019 to Thu, Dec 12 2019 |
New York American Graphics Institute 21 W 46th St. New York, NY 10036 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Philadelphia |
Wed, Dec 11 2019 to Thu, Dec 12 2019 |
Philadelphia American Graphics Institute 101 West Elm St. Philadelphia - Conshohocken, PA 19428 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Online |
Wed, Jan 8 2020 to Thu, Jan 9 2020 |
Online Live instructor-led class online |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
NYC |
Mon, Jan 13 2020 to Tue, Jan 14 2020 |
New York American Graphics Institute 21 W 46th St. New York, NY 10036 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Philadelphia |
Wed, Jan 15 2020 to Thu, Jan 16 2020 |
Philadelphia American Graphics Institute 101 West Elm St. Philadelphia - Conshohocken, PA 19428 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Boston |
Wed, Jan 15 2020 to Thu, Jan 16 2020 |
Boston American Graphics Institute 150 Presidential Way Boston - Woburn, MA 01801 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Online |
Wed, Feb 5 2020 to Thu, Feb 6 2020 |
Online Live instructor-led class online |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
NYC |
Mon, Feb 10 2020 to Tue, Feb 11 2020 |
New York American Graphics Institute 21 W 46th St. New York, NY 10036 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Boston |
Wed, Feb 12 2020 to Thu, Feb 13 2020 |
Boston American Graphics Institute 150 Presidential Way Boston - Woburn, MA 01801 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Philadelphia |
Wed, Feb 12 2020 to Thu, Feb 13 2020 |
Philadelphia American Graphics Institute 101 West Elm St. Philadelphia - Conshohocken, PA 19428 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Online |
Wed, Mar 4 2020 to Thu, Mar 5 2020 |
Online Live instructor-led class online |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
NYC |
Mon, Mar 9 2020 to Tue, Mar 10 2020 |
New York American Graphics Institute 21 W 46th St. New York, NY 10036 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Boston |
Wed, Mar 11 2020 to Thu, Mar 12 2020 |
Boston American Graphics Institute 150 Presidential Way Boston - Woburn, MA 01801 |
$595.00 | |
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Photoshop Training Class - Introduction
Philadelphia |
Wed, Mar 11 2020 to Thu, Mar 12 2020 |
Philadelphia American Graphics Institute 101 West Elm St. Philadelphia - Conshohocken, PA 19428 |
$595.00 |
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Introduction to Photoshop Training Class: Course Topics
Module 1: Navigating Photoshop and getting to Know its Workspace
- Workspace, Tools, and Panels
- Understanding Bridge
- Discovering the Tools panel
- Accessing tools and their options
- Using panels
- Customizing your panels
- Hidden tools
- Navigating the image area
- Using the Zoom features
- Maximizing productivity with screen modes
Module 2: Organizing and Managing Photoshop files using Adobe Bridge
- Navigating files using Bridge
- Using folders in Adobe Bridge
- Making a Favorite to easily access Photoshop files and locations
- Creating and locating metadata
- Opening a file from Adobe Bridge
- Searching for files using Adobe Bridge
- Saving a Collection
- Automation tools in Adobe Bridge
Module 3: Making and Using Selections in Photoshop
- The importance of good selections
- Using the Marquee tools
- Changing selections into layers
- Working with the Magic Wand tool
- Using Photoshop's Lasso tool
- Adding to and subtracting from selections
- Saving selections
- Feathering selections
- Using the Quick Selection tool
- Making difficult selections in Photoshop using Refine Edge
- Using Quick Mask
- Copying and pasting selections
- Using Photoshop's Pen tool for selections
- Converting a Photoshop path to a selection
Module 4: Painting and Retouching in Photoshop
- Setting-up Photoshop's color settings
- Color primer: understanding color
- Understanding color gamut.
- The RGB color model
- The CMYK color model
- Editing color settings
- Selecting colors in Photoshop
- Starting to paint color corrections
- Using the Color panel
- Using Photoshop's Brush tool
- Changing opacity
- Using the Brush Presets
- Using the Airbrush feature
- Applying color to an image
- Changing Photoshop's blending modes.
- The Eyedropper tool
- Retouching images
- Using the Clone Stamp tool
- Repairing fold lines
- Using the History panel
- Working with the Spot Healing Brush
- Fixing images with Photoshop's Healing Brush
- Using the Patch tool
- Using the Clone Source panel
- Cloning from another source
Module 5: Color Correcting Images with Photoshop
- Choosing Photoshop color settings
- Photoshop Color Modes: working in RGB when color correcting
- Reading a Photoshop histogram
- Making Curve adjustments
- Benefits of defining a highlight and shadow.
- Locating the White and Black Point
- Entering the white and black point values
- Adjusting midtones in an image
- Setting the neutral
- Sharpening images in Photoshop
- Taking care of red eye
- Using the Camera Raw plug-in
- Using Camera Raw controls
- Saving and reopening a DNG file
Module 6: Using Content-Aware Tools in Photoshop
- Adding image area: expanding an image using Photoshop
- Viewing the on-screen ruler
- Converting the Background into a layer
- Scaling the background
- Using Photoshop's Content-Aware Fill
- Content-Aware Moves in Photoshop
- Content–Aware retouching in Photoshop
Module 7: Introduction to Photoshop Layers
- Discovering Photoshop layers
- Selecting layers
- Moving layers
- Changing the visibility of a layer
- Using masks in a layer
- Preserve transparency in a Photoshop image
- Creating a composition: merging images together in Photoshop
- Moving images in from other documents
- Creating a layer mask.
- Editing the layer mask
- Cloning Photoshop layers
- Aligning and distributing layers
- Applying filters to layers
- Creating a type layer
- Applying a layer style
- Creating a clipping mask
- Filtering Photoshop layers
Prerequisites for the Introduction to Photoshop Course
While a computer is provided for the Photoshop classes at American Graphics Institute, We recommend that you have the Adobe Photoshop application before starting the class to allow you to practice upon course completion. You can purchase the software or obtain a trial version from the Adobe website.
Course Materials for the Introduction to Photoshop Class
You will receive a copy of the full-color Photoshop Digital Classroom book and DVD created by the Adobe Certified Instructors at AGI. AGI instructors have created many of the official Photoshop training guides and books for Adobe Systems. This best-selling book is widely used around the world to teach Photoshop, and you learn directly from the authors when you take a class at American Graphics Institute.
This course is also included in the series of Photoshop certification training courses we offer.
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| CLASSROOM | LIVE ONLINE | PRIVATE | MY LOCATION | ON-DEMAND |
AGI's team of experienced instructors are led by Jennifer Smith the design and usability expert and best-selling author of more than 20 books including Creative Cloud for Dummies, Creative Suite for Dummies, and Photoshop Digital Classroom. Classes are led by experienced professionals who have extensive professional and training experience, and also work in our consulting practice areas and as practicing professionals. For Federal agencies, American Graphics Institute classes are offered under GSA contract 47QTCA19D003Y.
Photoshop Training Class - Introduction rating:
5 stars from
302 reviewers
"Alhan was great as the instructor for the intro Photoshop class! She was super patient and informative. I appreciated that she tailored the class to each of us who had different strengths. " - Leah B
