Advanced Photoshop Complete Course - Mermaid Graphic

ADPP - (Advance Adobe Photoshop Pro)

SYLLABUS

Overall Goal: To equip students with a comprehensive understanding of graphic design techniques in Adobe Photoshop software and prepare them for professional careers in the industry.

This course will be divided into three main phases:

Phase 1: Photoshop Fundamentals (Month 1)

Module 1: Introduction to Photoshop

Interface overview: Workspace, tools, panels, menus
Understanding digital images: Pixels, resolution, file formats (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, PSD)
Color Modes: RGB, CMYK, and Grayscale

Module 2: Basic Editing Techniques

Image cropping and resizing
Exposure and color correction: Levels, Curves, Brightness/Contrast
Selection tools: Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand
Making adjustments and selective edits
Layers: Introduction, creating, editing, and using layer properties
Blending modes: Understanding their effects and applications

Module 3: Working with Text

Adding and editing text layers
Character and paragraph styles
Text effects and transformations

Phase 2: Intermediate Techniques (Month 2)

Module 4: Advanced Selection Techniques

Refine Edge tool and its options for precise selections
Color Range selection for selecting based on color
Channels and their use in selections

Module 5: Masking and Compositing

Creating and editing masks
Non-destructive editing with masks
Composite images: Combining multiple photos
Blending techniques for seamless compositing

Module 6: Retouching and Restoration

Dodge and Burn tools for adjustments
Clone Stamp and Healing Brush for removing unwanted elements
Frequency Separation for advanced skin retouching (optional)

Module 7: Filters and Adjustments

Exploring Photoshop filters: Blur, Sharpen, Noise reduction, etc.
Selective adjustments with Adjustment Layers
Creating custom filters and effects (optional)

Phase 3: Advanced Techniques and Workflows (Month 3)

Module 8: Vector Graphics with Photoshop

Introduction to the Pen Tool: Creating shapes and paths
Working with vector layers and their properties
Combining raster and vector elements

Module 9: Automation and Actions

Recording actions for repetitive tasks
Batch processing for editing multiple images
Understanding scripts for advanced automation (optional)

Module 10: Creating Graphics and Design Elements

Working with shapes and custom shapes
Layer styles for advanced effects
Typography for creating graphics and layouts
Text manipulation techniques (warping, distorting)

Module 11: Preparing Images for Output

Color management and printing basics
Optimizing images for web and social media
Saving and exporting options

Bonus

Expert Instructors: Learn from experienced professionals who are passionate about design.
Hands-on Learning: Dive right in with practical projects and real-world applications.
Small Class Sizes: Get personalised feedback and support from your instructors.
Career-Focused Curriculum: Prepare to launch your design career with confidence.

Additional Activities

Guest Lectures: Bringing in industry professionals to share their experiences and insights.
Graphic Design Industry Visits: Experiencing graphic design studios and workflows firsthand.
Student Projects: Applying learned skills to practical projects throughout the program.
Competitions and internships: Encouraging students to participate in competitions and seek internship opportunities.

Assessment

Regular assignments and projects to test understanding and practical skills.

Midterm and final exams to assess theoretical knowledge.

Portfolio review and presentation to evaluate artistic skill and professionalism.

Course Objectives

Introduce students to the fundamental principles of graphic design and their production pipeline.
Equip students with the skills to create basic graphic design using industry-standard software.
Develop students’ understanding of graphic’s creative and technical aspects.
Foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills in graphic design.

Basic Requirement

A Computer with recommended Intel i7 CPU, 16GB RAM and 8GB Graphics Card configuration.
Internet Connection with recommended 60Mbps to 100 Mbps speed.
One Webcam.

Duration

3 months

Eligibility

10th pass or higher

Course Fees Structure

Online Course

Duration – 3 months

(Weekly 3 Days – 1 Hour each)

One-Time Payment –

15,000/-

8,000/-

Installment Payment –

10,000 + (4000 x 2) = 18,000/-

5500 +(2500 x 2) = 10,500/-

Offline Course