Photoshop Mastery
Master photo editing, compositing, digital art, and professional image manipulation
Course Overview
Adobe Photoshop is the industry-standard software for image editing, digital art, and graphic design. This comprehensive course takes you from fundamentals to advanced techniques, enabling you to create professional-quality work for print, web, and digital media.
Whether you're a photographer looking to enhance your images, a designer wanting to create stunning visuals, or a digital artist exploring new creative possibilities, this course provides the skills you need.
Prerequisites
No prior experience required. This course is suitable for beginners.
What You'll Learn
Interface & Tools
Master the Photoshop interface, panels, and essential tools
Selections & Masks
Create precise selections and use layer masks for non-destructive editing
Adjustment Layers
Master color correction, curves, levels, and adjustment layers
Photo Retouching
Professional portrait retouching, skin smoothing, and beauty enhancements
Compositing
Combine multiple images seamlessly with blending modes and masking
Digital Painting
Create digital art with brushes, textures, and painting techniques
Text Effects
Design stunning typography and text effects for posters and social media
Export & Optimization
Optimize images for web, print, and social media platforms
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Getting Started with Photoshop
2 hours- Introduction to Photoshop interface
- Workspace customization
- Opening and saving files
- Understanding layers
- Basic navigation and zooming
Module 2: Selections & Masking
3 hours- Marquee and lasso tools
- Quick selection and magic wand
- Select and mask workspace
- Layer masks fundamentals
- Refine edge techniques
- Practice: Extract subject from background
Module 3: Color Correction & Adjustments
3.5 hours- Levels and curves
- Hue/saturation and vibrance
- Color balance and selective color
- Black and white conversions
- Gradient maps
- Practice: Color grading a portrait
Module 4: Retouching Techniques
4 hours- Spot healing and clone stamp
- Frequency separation
- Dodge and burn
- Skin smoothing techniques
- Teeth whitening and eye enhancement
- Project 1: Professional portrait retouching
Module 5: Compositing & Blending
4 hours- Blending modes explained
- Advanced masking techniques
- Matching lighting and color
- Adding shadows and reflections
- Project 2: Surreal composite artwork
Module 6: Digital Painting
3.5 hours- Brush settings and dynamics
- Creating custom brushes
- Textures and patterns
- Layer styles for effects
- Project 3: Digital painting from scratch
Module 7: Text & Typography
2 hours- Working with type layers
- Character and paragraph panels
- Text on paths and shapes
- Text effects and styles
- Project 4: Social media graphic design
Module 8: Export & Workflow
2 hours- Export for web and social media
- Print preparation
- Actions and automation
- File formats explained
- Portfolio preparation tips
Real-World Projects
Professional Portrait Retouching
Master professional retouching techniques for fashion and beauty photography
Surreal Composite Artwork
Create a dream-like composite combining multiple images
Digital Painting from Scratch
Create a complete digital artwork using painting techniques
Social Media Campaign Graphics
Design a complete set of social media graphics for a brand
Michael Chen
Adobe Certified Expert - Photoshop
Michael has over 15 years of experience in photo retouching and digital art. He has worked with major fashion brands including Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar. His students have gone on to work at top creative agencies worldwide.
Student Reviews
"This course transformed my understanding of Photoshop. Michael explains complex concepts in a simple, easy-to-understand way. The projects are practical and portfolio-worthy."
Priya Sharma
Graphic Designer"I've tried many Photoshop courses, but this one is by far the best. The modules on retouching and compositing are worth the price alone. Highly recommended!"
Raj Kumar
Photographer"The digital painting module opened up a whole new world for me. Michael's guidance helped me create artwork I never thought possible. Worth every penny."
Ananya Singh
Digital ArtistFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need any prior experience with Photoshop?
No, this course is designed for beginners. We start from the basics and gradually move to advanced topics.
What version of Photoshop do I need?
Any recent version of Photoshop (CC 2018 or later) will work. We recommend having an active Creative Cloud subscription.
Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Yes, upon completing all projects, you'll receive a shareable certificate that you can add to your LinkedIn profile and resume.
How long do I have access to the course?
You get lifetime access to all course materials, including future updates.
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