Course Description

Formerly: Photoshop, Beginning This course is an introductory course in using computer software to learn the tools and techniques for editing digital images. Course content focuses on creation, photo-editing and repair, scanning, image compositing, file formats of digital images. Students will incorporate the use of color theory and design principles and demonstrate their abilities by creating signature portfolio pieces. Centrally, students will learn how to make selections and masks and to use the basic functions and tools of Adobe Photoshop to create multi-layered images. Consideration will also be given to managing the digital workflow and the legal guidelines for image usage and digital copyright laws.