Group Training Fee: ₹12,000/- ➡️ Offer: ₹6,000/-

One-On-One Training Fee: ₹24,000/- ➡️ Offer: ₹12,000/-

Duration: 2 Months

COURSE CURRICULUM:

• Module 1: Introduction to Photoshop & Interface Overview

  • Photoshop Overview

    • Understanding Photoshop’s applications in web design, photography, and graphic design.
    • Introduction to raster vs. vector graphics.

  • Tools

    • Move Tool (V)
    • Artboard Tool (V)
    • Rectangular Marquee Tool (M)
    • Elliptical Marquee Tool (M)
    • Lasso Tool (L)
    • Polygonal Lasso Tool (L)
    • Magnetic Lasso Tool (L)
    • Object Selection Tool (W)
    • Quick Selection Tool (W)
    • Magic Wand Tool (W)
    • Crop Tool (C)
    • Perspective Crop Tool (C)
    • Slice Tool (C)
    • Slice Select Tool (C)
    • Eyedropper Tool (I)
    • 3D Material Eyedropper Tool (I)
    • Color Sampler Tool (I)
    • Ruler Tool (I)
    • Note Tool (I)
    • Count Tool (I)
    • Spot Healing Brush Tool (J)
    • Healing Brush Tool (J)
    • Patch Tool (J)
    • Content-Aware Move Tool (J)
    • Red Eye Tool (J)
    • Brush Tool (B)
    • Pencil Tool (B)
    • Color Replacement Tool (B)
    • Mixer Brush Tool (B)
    • Clone Stamp Tool (S)
    • Pattern Stamp Tool (S)
    • History Brush Tool (Y)
    • Art History Brush Tool (Y)
    • Eraser Tool (E)
    • Background Eraser Tool (E)
    • Magic Eraser Tool (E)
    • Gradient Tool (G)
    • Paint Bucket Tool (G)
    • 3D Material Drop Tool (G)
    • Blur Tool
    • Sharpen Tool
    • Smudge Tool
    • Dodge Tool (O)
    • Burn Tool (O)
    • Sponge Tool (O)
    • Pen Tool (P)
    • Freeform Pen Tool (P)
    • Add Anchor Point Tool
    • Delete Anchor Point Tool
    • Convert Point Tool
    • Horizontal Type Tool (T)
    • Vertical Type Tool (T)
    • Horizontal Type Mask Tool (T)
    • Vertical Type Mask Tool (T)
    • Path Selection Tool (A)
    • Direct Selection Tool (A)
    • Rectangle Tool (U)
    • Rounded Rectangle Tool (U)
    • Ellipse Tool (U)
    • Polygon Tool (U)
    • Line Tool (U)
    • Custom Shape Tool (U)
    • Hand Tool (H)
    • Rotate View Tool (R)
    • Zoom Tool (Z)
    • 3D Tools (various)
    • 3D Rotate Tool
    • 3D Roll Tool
    • 3D Pan Tool
    • 3D Slide Tool
    • 3D Scale Tool
    • Foreground and Background Color Selector
    • Quick Mask Mode (Q)

  • Photoshop Interface & Workspace

    • Overview of workspaces, tool panels, and navigation.
    • Tools: Move Tool, Marquee Tools, Lasso Tools, Quick Selection Tool, Magic Wand Tool, Crop Tool, Eyedropper Tool.
    • Customizing workspaces, saving, and organizing frequently used tools.
    • Keyboard shortcuts and efficiency tips.

  • File Management & Basics

    • Creating and saving projects: Understanding file types (PSD, JPEG, PNG, TIFF).
    • Resolution types: Image quality, DPI/PPI, and best practices.
    • Color modes: RGB, CMYK, and Grayscale.
    • Navigating the canvas: Zoom, pan, rotate, and understanding guides and rulers.

• Module 2: Understanding Layers & Masks

  • Layer Basics

    • Tools: Layers Panel, Lock, Blend Modes, Opacity.
    • Creating, organizing, merging, and linking layers.
    • Understanding layer properties (opacity, blending modes, styles).

  • Smart Objects & Groups

    • Tools: Smart Object Tool, Layer Grouping.
    • Creating layer groups and converting layers to smart objects.
    • Using smart filters for non-destructive editing.

  • Masking Techniques

    • Tools: Layer Mask Tool, Vector Mask Tool.
    • Introduction to masking: Layer mask and vector mask basics.
    • Creating clipping masks for image overlays.
    • Refine and modify masks for precision.

• Module 3: Selections & Transformations

  • Selection Techniques

    • Tools: Marquee Tool, Lasso Tools (Polygonal, Magnetic), Quick Selection Tool, Magic Wand Tool.
    • Using selection tools for basic and complex selections.
    • Advanced selections: Quick selection, object selection, and refine edge for complex outlines.

  • Transformations & Adjustments

    • Tools: Free Transform Tool (Ctrl/Cmd + T), Skew, Distort, Warp.
    • Transformations: Scale, rotate, distort, skew.
    • Content-Aware Fill Tool, Puppet Warp Tool.
    • Perspective and warp transformations for advanced effects.

• Module 4: Advanced Brush & Drawing Techniques

  • Brush Tools & Customization

    • Tools: Brush Tool (B), Mixer Brush Tool, Pencil Tool, Eraser Tool.
    • Brush settings: Size, hardness, opacity, and blending options.
    • Creating and saving custom brushes.
    • Using pressure sensitivity with tablets for advanced drawing.

  • Digital Painting & Effects

    • Tools: Gradient Tool (G), Smudge Tool, Paint Bucket Tool.
    • Techniques for digital art: Sketching, line art, shading.
    • Smudging, blending, and texture application for realism.

• Module 5: Photo Editing & Retouching Techniques

  • Image Adjustments & Corrections

    • Tools: Adjustment Layers (Levels, Curves, Brightness/Contrast, Hue/Saturation), Dodge Tool, Burn Tool.
    • Understanding histograms and tonal adjustments.
    • Color corrections for image enhancements.

  • Retouching & Repair Tools

    • Tools: Spot Healing Brush Tool, Healing Brush Tool, Patch Tool, Clone Stamp Tool.
    • Retouching images and frequency separation for skin smoothing.
    • Enhancing images using dodge and burn techniques.

  • Filter Techniques & Smart Edits

    • Tools: Filter Menu (Blur, Sharpen, Noise, Liquify).
    • Applying and modifying filters for creative effects.
    • Using smart filters for non-destructive effects.

• Module 6: Typography & Creative Text Effects

  • Text Basics & Styles

    • Tools: Horizontal & Vertical Type Tools, Character & Paragraph Panels.
    • Adding text and formatting character properties.
    • Advanced text settings: Spacing, alignment, and styles.

  • Creative Typography

    • Tools: Warp Text, 3D Extrusion for text.
    • Warping text for creative effects.
    • 3D text effects and using blending modes.

• Module 7: Working with Colors, Gradients & Swatches

  • Understanding Colors & Gradients

    • Tools: Color Picker, Swatches Panel, Gradient Editor.
    • Working with color selections, swatches, and gradient fills.

  • Advanced Color Effects

    • Tools: Gradient Map, Color Lookup Adjustment Layer.
    • Creating color grading techniques using LUTs.

• Module 8: Vector Techniques & Shape Tools

  • Shape Tools & Vector Graphics

    • Tools: Shape Tools (Rectangle, Ellipse, Polygon), Pen Tool (P).
    • Drawing basic and custom vector shapes.

  • Advanced Path Editing

    • Tools: Path Selection Tool, Direct Selection Tool, Convert Point Tool.
    • Path operations for designing icons, buttons, and graphics.

• Module 9: Compositing & Special Effects

  • Blending & Compositing

    • Tools: Blending Modes, Layer Mask, Selection Tools.
    • Creating seamless composites using multiple layers and masks.

  • Special Effects & Filters

    • Tools: Effects Panel, Blur Tools, Noise Filters.
    • Creating glow, shadow, and reflection effects.

  • Texture Application & Design

    • Applying and blending textures using different layer effects.

• Module 10: Smart Objects, Actions & Workflow Automation

  • Smart Objects & Linked Elements

    • Converting layers into smart objects for flexible workflows.
    • Embedding, linking, and updating smart objects.

  • Actions & Automation

    • Tools: Actions Panel.
    • Recording, saving, and playing actions for repetitive tasks.
    • Batch processing for automation.

  • Creating GIFs & Animated Elements

    • Tools: Timeline Panel for animations.
    • Creating frame-based animations and exporting GIFs.

• Module 11: Advanced Photo Manipulation & 3D

  • Advanced Masking & Blending Techniques

    • Complex object isolation and creating shadows & highlights.

  • Photo Manipulation Projects

    • Tools: Adjustment Layers, Blending Modes.
    • Creating surreal photo composites using multiple elements.

  • 3D Techniques & Perspective

    • Tools: 3D Panel, Perspective Grid, Vanishing Point.
    • Working with 3D layers and perspective techniques.

• Module 12: Design Projects & Layouts

  • Design for Print & Digital Media

    • Creating posters, banners, flyers, web, and social media posts.

  • Real-world Mockups & Applications

    • Creating product mockups (apparel, book covers, packaging).

  • Exporting & Optimizing Designs

    • Export settings for web, print, and devices.
    • Optimizing files for different platforms.

• Module 13: Advanced Techniques & Tips

  • Color Grading & Cinematic Effects

    • Creating cinematic color grading using gradient maps.

  • Advanced Composite Workflows

    • Using advanced blending and masking for artistic effects.
• Module 14: Portfolio Development & Practical Challenges

  • Portfolio Development

    • Organizing and curating projects for a professional portfolio.
    • Showcasing various design skills and styles.

  • Practice Projects & Feedback

    • Weekly design challenges (logo design, photo retouch, surreal art).
    • Peer reviews, critiques, and refinement of techniques.