Adobe Photoshop CS2

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Type : Online Course
Duration : Over 10 Hours
Access : 12 Months
Awarded By : ADOBE

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Overview

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Adobe Photoshop CS2

Explore the endless possibilities of digital imaging with Adobe Photoshop CS2. The comprehensive videos are indispensable for getting up to speed on Adobe's flagship graphics program.

Learn from Photoshop Hall of Famer, Deke McClelland, as he presents 21 hours of valuable tutorials. McClelland proactively addresses real-world situations and offers additional tips and techniques used by the pros. As an added bonus, this training package also includes stock photography, courtesy of PhotoSpin, Inc. and iStockphoto, Inc.

Course Outline

Chapter 0: Setting up ‘Shop (25 min)

Customizing Preferences
Optimizing Color Settings
Customizing Keyboard Shortcuts
Working in Different Color Spaces
Customizing the Info Palette
Changing the Background Color
Saving Preference Settings

Chapter 1: Advanced Levels and 16 Bit (46 min)

Introducing Levels & 16 Bit
Using the Levels Command
Restoring an Image after Adjusting Levels
Targeting Shadows & Highlights
Setting the Black Point to Match a Target
Setting the White Point to Match a Target
Adjusting Flesh Tones by Setting the Gray Point
Downsampling & Saving for Print

Chapter 2: The Bridge and Camera RAW (43 min)

Viewing .DNG Images in Bridge
Using the White Balance & Color Sampler Tools
Adjusting Temperature & Tint
Adjusting Exposure & Shadow Levels
Adjusting Brightness, Contrast & Saturation
Cropping & Upsampling Images
Viewing Image Metadata
Opening & Saving .DNG Images in Photoshop
Editing Multiple Images at Once in Camera Raw
Cropping a Group of Images
Copying & Pasting Camera Raw Settings
Accessing & Purging Cache Files

Chapter 3: The Wonders of HDR (37 min)

Applying the Levels Command to 16 Bit & 8 Bit Images
Applying the Curves Command to 16 Bit & 8 Bit Images
Introducing HDR
Downsampling with the Image Processor
Using the Merge to HDR Command
Adjusting the Exposure & Saving HDR Images
Downsampling HDR & Adjusting Hue/Saturation

Chapter 4: The Art of Sharpen (51 min)

Creating a Custom Sharpen
Applying the Unsharp Mask Command
Adjusting Basic Smart Sharpen Settings
Adjusting & Saving Advanced Smart Sharpen Settings
Creating a More Accurate Smart Sharpen
Using the Fade Command
Correcting Motion Blur
Sharpening with the Emboss Filter
Color Sharpening in Lab Color Mode
Color Sharpening with the Fade Command

Chapter 5: Adding Blur and Removing Noise (39 min)

Using Smart Sharpen to Fix Motion Blur
Using the Dust & Scratches Filter to Get Rid of Stray Hairs
Adding a Layer Mask to Bring Back Detail
Using the Layer Mask to Paint Away Noise inside the Skin
Using the Remove Noise Filter
Blending Layers in the Layer Style Dialog Box
Removing Compression Artifacts with the Reduce Noise Filter
Working with the New Surface Blur Filter
Getting Rid of Whiskers Using the Average Filter

Chapter 6: Mixing the Perfect Monochrome (53 min)

Using the Channel Mixer to Create an Autumnal Effect
Mixing Channels & Adjusting Blending Options
Converting an RGB Image to Grayscale Automatically
Creating a Grayscale Image Using the Channel Mixer
Using the Color Range Command to Create a Layer Mask
Balancing Source Channels
Punching up Luminosity Values Using the Curves Command
Flattening a Converted Grayscale Image
Converting to Grayscale in the Camera Raw Dialog Box
Cropping & Adjusting the Curves of a Grayscale Image
Editing Curves in the Camera Raw Dialog Box
Compositing Versions of a Grayscale Image

Chapter 7: Duotones, Spot Colors, and Gradient Maps (47 min)

Monochrome & Multi-Ink Monochrome Images
Converting Images to Duotones
Adjusting a Duotone Curve to Balance the Inks in an Image
Editing a Duotone
Loading Preset Duotones
Inspecting the Independent Channels of an Image
Adding Spot Colors to an Image
Saving an Image
Using Gradient Maps
Working with Deke’s Predefined Gradients
Modifying Adjustment Layers

Chapter 8: Advanced Retouching Techniques (46 min)

Rotating a Canvas & Using Variations
Creating a Gradient Selection & Filling with History
Painting with the History Brush
Using the Healing Brush Tools
Using Color Range to Generate a Selection to Make a Patch
Filling in Seams of a Patch with the Healing Brush
Retouching Using the History Brush, Cloning & Fading
Adding Noise with the Healing Brush & Fading Opacity
Moving & Transforming a Selection from One Image to Another
Adjusting the Levels of One Image to Match Another
Merging Two Layers Using the Healing Brush
Using the Liquify Filter to Retouch an Image
Softening Transitions & Bolstering Shadows

Chapter 9: Vanishing Point (61 min)

Preparing to Use the Vanishing Point Filter
Creating a Grid
Adding Planes to a Grid
Editing an Image inside Vanishing Point
Healing Transformed Areas
Retouching Using the Stamp Tool
Pasting & Compositing with Vanishing Point
Adjusting Masks for Better Composites
Accounting for Different Perspectives
Pasting Text into Vanishing Point

Chapter 10: Smart Objects (37 min)

Placing an Illustrator® File as a Smart Object
Using Illustrator to Edit the Contents of a Photoshop File
Importing an Image into a Composition
Converting a Standard Layer to a Smart Object
Duplicating & Transforming Smart Objects
Applying Warp Transformations to Smart Objects
Modifying Smart Objects in the Liquify Dialog Box
Changing the Color of Smart Objects
Applying a Color Overlay to a Single Smart Object
Grouping Layers & Making Final Transformations

Who Is This For

This package is designed for any individual wishing to pursue or enhance their career in design and development.

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In addition, there are none of the high costs of travel and accommodation associated with courses at an external venue.

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Training Features

EXPERT INSTRUCTOR-LED TRAINING

Our Courseware uses only the industry’s finest instructors. They have a minimum of 15 years real-world experience and are subject matter experts in their fields. Unlike a live class, you can fast-forward, repeat or rewind all your lectures. This creates a personal learning experience and gives you all the benefit of hands-on training with the flexibility of doing it around your schedule 24/7.
QUIZZES & EXAM SIMULATORS

Our custom practice exams prepare you for your exams differently and more effectively than the traditional exam preps on the market. You will have practice quizzes after each module to ensure you are confident on the topic you have completed before proceeding. This will allow you to gauge your effectiveness before moving to the next module in your course. Our Courses also include practice exams designed to replicate and mirror the environment in the testing centre. These exams are on average 100 questions to ensure you are 100% prepared before taking your certification exam.
VISUAL DEMONSTRATIONS & MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATIONS

Our courseware includes instructor-led demonstrations and visual presentations that allow students to develop their skills based on real world scenarios explained by the instructor. Our Courseware always focuses on real world scenarios and skill-set development.
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Our self-paced training programs are designed in a modular fashion to allow you the flexibility to work with expert level instruction anytime 24/7. All courses are arranged in defined sections with navigation controls allowing you to control the pace of your training. This allows students to learn at their own pace around their schedule.
12 MONTHS UNLIMITED ACCESS

Each student will have 12 months unlimited access to allow you to have access to the training anytime 24/7.

Exams Process

The Adobe Certified Associate (ACA)

The Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification allows you to demonstrate proficiency in Adobe digital communications tools. Become a Certified Associate and stand apart from your peers, boost your confidence, and expand your career opportunities.

Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification demonstrates proficiency in Adobe's digital communication tools i.e. Creative Suite (CS) software. ACA is a prerequisite qualification that students need in order to succeed in the high demand areas of digital communication and media. It is proof for those seeking jobs that require demonstrating the ability to use digital media needed to plan, design, build, and maintain effective communications. It provides students with a valuable competitive edge.

Certiport's internet-based testing software makes ACA exams easy to deliver and delivers robust, internationally standardised assessment of each student's performance.

You can locate your nearest testing center by accessing the link below.

http://www.certiport.com/locator

You can take the ACA exams in the following courses.

Dreamweaver CS6
Flash Pro CS6
Photoshop CS6
Premier CS6

Upon successful completion, you will also receive a downloadble Complition Certifcate free of charge.

Got a question about exams? Contact our course advisors by email or by phone on 0203 633 4671. We're happy to help!

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