Photoshop for the Web Course

Need some inspiration and instruction to get your Web graphic design skills up to par with the competition? Want to be able to create instead of wonder how it's done? Want your work to stand out from the crowd? This course will show you how and give your creativity and skills a confidence boost! This well-rounded course includes in-depth coverage of must-have skills such as creating eye-catching effects, using color creatively, working with masks, creating custom shapes for interfaces and navigational panels, working with transparency, working with ImageReady and much more! Ready to take your career to the next level? This class will give help get you there!

Outline

Week 1:

Improving Images with Levels
Non-Destructive Dodging and Burning
Image Retouching Techniques
Working with Curves

Week 2:

Creative Color on the Web
Manipulating Color
Creating Backgrounds

Week 3:

Masking Images with Layer Masks
Layer Masks: Creative Applications
Layer Clipping Groups

Week 4:

Texture Channels
Saving a Selection as a Mask Channel
Selecting like a Pro: The Pen tool!

Week 5:

Creating a Website Interface: Paths
The Creative Edge
Color on the Web

Week 6:

Web File Formats
The GIF File Format Part I
The GIF File Format Part II
Implementing Weighted Optimization

Week 7:

Creating Animated Gifs (CS, CS2 and CS3 Extended only)
Creating Transparent Graphics

Week 8:

Understanding Slicing
Creating Rollovers with ImageReady (CS and CS2 only)
Implenting Image Maps (CS and CS2 only)

Prerequisites

Completion of Photoshop Level 1 G301 or equivalent knowledge of the topics covered in the Level 1 course. Introduction to HTML H101 or equivalent experience with HTML.
Mastery of basic Photoshop commands, tools, layers and layer management, layer styles, and color options are required (if you are unsure of what you need to know, please review the syllabus for the Level 1 course). It is important to note that this course is not for beginners and students will be lost without the fundamentals under their belts. Please contact the instructor regarding any questions you may have regarding participation in the Photoshop for the Web course.

Requirements

Software: Before beginning this class, students will need to have installed a working version of Adobe Photoshop CS3, CS3 Extended, CS2 or CS. NOTE: Lectures are written for Photoshop CS3 Extended through CS only. Some topics covered during weeks 7 and 8 are not available in all versions of Photoshop. Please make sure to read the syllabus carefully. Students using versions lower than Photoshop 6.0 are not qualified to receive the certificate of course completion. Demo versions of Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or Photoshop LE are not acceptable due to time limits, save restrictions and limits in software features.
System Requirements: An adequate computer that can handle the memory demands of Photoshop is vital in order to work efficiently. Please refer to the official Adobe site to ensure your system is able to handle the system requirements for your version of Adobe Photoshop.
Programming: Students must be familiar with basic file management, how to run and navigate a computer, basic HTML, and uploading and downloading files via their web space control panel or an FTP program. Assignments will be posted via a web site generated by the student with graphic and text links to the native PSD Photoshop file. If you are not familiar with HTML, it is advised that you take the H101 Introduction to HTML 4.0 or use an HTML editor such as Dreamweaver.
Student Commitment: This intense course will cover a lot of material and requires a serious commitment of time and energy from both students and the instructor. Students will need enough time in the week to absorb the following within the given deadlines: Experiment with new techniques, complete weekly assignments, read weekly lectures and book material, answer review questions, and ask questions. It is not advised that students plan a vacation, other intense courses or heavy workloads during this course.
Importing Images/Artwork: Students will need to have a way to import images, artwork or clipart into Photoshop. Acceptable ways to import work include scanners, digital cameras, digital video, clipart/image collections or the use of a service bureau.
Web Space (Server): Students must have a web space where they can upload their personal site and assignments. Ideally, you should avoid web spaces that support banner ads or pop-up adds as this adds code to your pages. If you do not have a web space, try your ISP first as many provide a small amount of space with your monthly fee. If yours does not, there are a number of free services that are available on the net. A good place to look for free web space is www.freewebspace.net or www.brinkster.com. NOTE: It is imperative that students make sure their free or paid web spaces allow the transmission (upload and download) of native Photoshop PSD files, as some do not! The web space must be configured (MIME-Type) to handle PSD files. Please contact your site host so that you have these details worked out before signing up for and starting the class.
Required Text: This course uses the Bible series from Wiley. Please purchase the Bible textbook that corresponds to your version and level of experience with Photoshop. NOTE: The Professional Edition of the Photoshop Bible versions CS2 - 7.0 includes ImageReady, but is 40% shorter than the regular edition and is considered a more advanced book. The regular edition of the Bible does not include ImageReady, but is more detailed and includes more of the basics. Students may choose to use either book. If you are unsure about which book to purchase, please contact the instructor for further guidance.

Additional information:

Your place in the course is confirmed by your payment. Introductory courses are intended for students with no experience in the subject matter and are seeking beginner level training.

Refund Policy: Please read our Terms and Refund Policy before registering for this course.

Additional Cost: Book and software might be required for the course. Read the Requirements and Book section for more information. Course fee does not include the book and software cost .

How eClasses Work:Instructors post lectures (text-based, no video or audio), reading selections, and hands-on assignments once a week in the online classroom. Students can discuss the assignments with the instructor and amongst themselves in the classroom area. This format has no set meeting time, which allows students to attend class at a time most convenient to them, yet still provides logically organized communication between class participants. Students can apply for the completion certificate after finishing the class.

Price:

$240.00

IWA-HWG Price:

$140.00

Course No.:

G303

Instructor:

Astrid Garcia

Co-instructor/TA:

CEUs:

Duration:

8 weeks

Open Courses:

Start Date: Mar 15, 2010

Reg. Date: Mar 18, 2010

Start Date: Aug 16, 2010

Reg. Date: Aug 19, 2010

Start Date: Oct 25, 2010

Reg. Date: Oct 28, 2010

Testimonials

Instructor's Profile:

Astrid Garcia holds a BFA in Photography and Digital Imaging and is a Poynter Institute Fellowship graduate. She is a freelance web designer and owns her own photography business, AstridandRene.com. Her personal work includes fine art photography, which has been exhibited in several galleries. Her editorial work has been previously published in newspapers and her body of work of Hurricane Andrew was awarded the National Press Association's Editorial Award. Astrid began teaching Photoshop with eClasses.org in 2001. She continues to provide quality and thorough instruction while bringing her wide range of experience and passion for digital technologies into the classroom. Astrid is a current member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals.

Before you register for this class, please read the Outline, Prerequisites, Requirements, Books, and Refund Policy sections carefully.