Course Description
Photoshop Elements, Adobe's more streamlined and user-friendly counterpart to the renowned Photoshop, has revolutionized the world of photo editing for everyday users and enthusiasts. With a cost-effective approach, it encompasses the essential features that have made Photoshop iconic while distilling them into a format that is intuitive and straightforward. Geared towards the passionate amateur photographer, the home-based user keen on organizing memories, or someone stepping into the world of photo manipulation and digital graphics, Photoshop Elements is a powerful tool waiting to be explored.
Course Overview: A Holistic Exploration of Photoshop Elements
This meticulously designed course offers a comprehensive insight into the world of Photoshop Elements. By breaking down its features into manageable chunks and using real-world examples, we aim to simplify your journey, turning you from a beginner into an expert.
Your Learning Pathway:
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Introduction to Photoshop Elements: Before diving into the technicalities, acquaint yourself with the user-friendly interface of Elements. Understand its layout, tools, and basic functionalities.
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Uploading and Organizing: Master the art of importing photos seamlessly into Elements. Delve into the systematic organization, creating albums and catalogs that make it effortless to locate any picture from the vastness of your collections.
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Enhancing Image Quality: Breathe new life into your images by adjusting colors, brightness, and contrast. Witness the transformation of a dull photo into one that's vivid and bursting with life.
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Artistic Manipulation: Change the mood, ambiance, and narrative of your photos using various tools. Whether it's making a sunny day look cloudy or turning a day shot into a night scene, the possibilities are endless.
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Precision Editing: Grasp the techniques of cropping, resizing, and layering to bring out the best in your images. Learn how to focus on the subject, create dynamic compositions, or blend multiple photos into a single masterpiece.
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Printing and Physical Creations: Go beyond the digital realm and discover how to materialize your creations. From printing high-quality images to crafting personalized calendars and albums, let your memories find a place in the physical world.
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Saving and Exporting: Understand various file formats, their advantages, and how to save your projects optimally, preserving quality while ensuring compatibility.
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Sharing with the World: Dive into the multiple sharing avenues available in Elements. Whether it's creating mesmerizing online albums, dynamic slideshows, or sending photo emails, learn how to showcase your work to friends, family, or a wider audience.
Designed for All Levels of Experience
Regardless of your familiarity with Photoshop Elements, this course is tailored to cater to everyone. For those new to the software, we'll begin with the basics, ensuring a strong foundation. For those already using Elements, we aim to uncover hidden features and shortcuts that can optimize your workflow.
What Awaits You by the Course's End
On completing this immersive journey, you'll possess a robust understanding of Photoshop Elements. Not only will you be equipped to enhance and transform your photos, but you'll also know how to effectively manage, showcase, and share your visual stories. With the skills and confidence you'll gain, your digital canvas awaits your creativity.
Join us on this enlightening journey through Photoshop Elements and watch as your digital artistry skills soar to new heights!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
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Learning Outcomes
- Define and execute basic photo editing tasks such as cropping and color adjustment in Photoshop Elements with 90% accuracy in diverse scenarios.
- Organize and categorize a collection of 50 images using tagging and facial recognition features in Photoshop Elements, ensuring easy retrieval.
- Demonstrate the ability to create and manage albums using the Organizer's features for improved accessibility and storytelling of digital photos.
- Recognize the functionality of top toolbar icons in the Organizer environment to efficiently manage your digital photo workflow.
- Demonstrate the ability to navigate and utilize key features of the Edit environment, including accessing images, adjusting palettes, and applying image modifications effectively within the 'Elements' software.
- Recognize and differentiate between the Full Edit and Quick Fix modes in the 'Elements' software by outlining the distinct editing capabilities and applications of each mode.
- Define the key differences between the HSB and RGB color models and their applications in digital design.
- Demonstrate the ability to manage color settings in Photoshop Elements, including adjusting ICC profiles for accurate print and display outputs.
- Demonstrate the ability to customize and apply different brush tools in Adobe Elements to create various artistic effects on a digital canvas.
- Distinguish between the functionalities of different digital eraser tools in Adobe Elements, utilizing them for precise editing and enhancement of digital images.
- Apply the Lasso Tool to create detailed selections in complex images, such as isolating a silhouette, with a precision rate above 90% in practice tasks.
- Demonstrate the ability to accurately select image elements using the Rectangular and Elliptical Marquee tools in Adobe Elements by completing a logo design project.
- Define the process of applying fills to digital artwork, highlighting its role in enhancing visual storytelling with color, patterns, and gradients.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
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Why this Course? | 1 points |
Lesson 1: Introduction to Photoshop Elements | 6 points |
Lesson 2: The Organizer Environment | 5 points |
Lesson 3: Edit Modes | 10 points |
Lesson 4: The Basics of Color | 10 points |
Lesson 5: Painting Tools | 10 points |
Lesson 6: Making Selections | 10 points |
Lesson 7: Filling and Stroking | 7 points |
Lesson 8: Layers | 10 points |
Lesson 9: Text | 8 points |
Lesson 10: Create Shapes | 10 points |
Lesson 11: Sponge Tool | 9 points |
Lesson 12: Lighting, Color, Contrast and Clarity | 10 points |
Lesson 13: Printing, Sharing, and Creating | 10 points |
The Final Exam | 58 points |