Adobe Photoshop: Mastering Advanced Techniques

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Adobe Photoshop: Mastering Advanced Techniques 

This is a practical, project based series that will give viewers a new appreciation of some of Photoshop's most creative tools. Viewers will gain a new appreciation for Smart Object workflow, Photoshop 3D, and 32-bit color space. The project-based chapters begin with valuable tips for artistic compositing including using channels for difficult masks and sophisticated layer management with Smart Objects. In addition, viewers will explore 3D Modeling?using only tools found in Photoshop? as well as a practical workflow for merging 3D layers with models from outside sources.

The training also introduces viewers to techniques for texturing and lighting models using the 3D Panel, choosing appropriate scene settings & render presets and creating photorealistic detail with bump maps. The chapters close with a look at 32-bit color space as an artistic tool, and managing bit-depth for export using Smart Objects. Works with Photoshop CS4 and Photoshop CS5.
Course Outline
Chapter 1: ARTISTIC COMPOSITING (82 min)
 
Choosing Suitable Source Material
Loading a Path as a Selection & Floating it to a New Layer
Good Hair Day - Using Channels for Difficult Masks, Part 1
Good Hair Day- Using Channels for Difficult Masks, Part 2
Layer Management with Smart Objects
Creating a Fiery Texture from an Illustration
Applying a Texture with Liquify
Compositing Fire
 
 
Chapter 2: 3D MODELING IN PHOTOSHOP (83 min)
 
Introduction to 3D
Making a New Mesh from Grayscale
Creating a Seamless Object from Grayscale
Creating a Smooth Grayscale Gradient
Using Curves as a Modeling Tool
Advanced Grayscale Modeling
Merging 3D Layers
Exporting, Importing & Combining 3D Objects
 
Chapter 3: TEXTURES & LIGHTS (93 min)
 
Creating a Seamless Tarnished Metal Texture
The 3D Panel, Scene Settings & Render Presets
Setting 3D Material Options
Performance Optimization & Setting Up 3D Lights
Adjusting Material Shininess, Point Lights & Spot Lights
Creating an Ivory Material to Texture the Skull
Using Bump Maps to Create Metalwork Detail
Creating Additional Detail with Bump Maps
Using Complex Bump Maps for a Bas-relief Effect
 
Chapter 4: 32 BITS – PUTTING IT TOGETHER (49 min)
 
Compositing the Fire Sprite into the Chalice
32 Bit as an Artistic Tool
The Final Element: Type
Reducing Bit-Depth for Export Using Smart Objects
Credits
Who Is This For
This package is designed for any individual wishing to pursue or enhance their career in design and development.

Our Online Courses is a cost-effective and successful approach for many individuals. It provides a flexible learning method, allowing candidates to schedule learning at a time that suits them and fits in with other commitments; ideal for those who find it difficult to take time away from their workplace. It also allows candidates to work at their own pace, and revisit sections of the course as often as needed, leading to a fuller understanding of all the topics covered.

In addition, there are none of the high costs of travel and accommodation associated with courses at an external venue.