Essential Skills for Designers ­- Masking

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Essential Skills for Designer - Masking 

Masking, put simply, is the art of isolating an element in an image from its background. It is one of the most essential concepts in graphic design and is the foundation for working with layers non-destructively. Although simple in concept, masking can be difficult to do well–but once you understand some essential concepts, this indispensable skill will open the door to many design options.

This course is an in-depth exploration of masking in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. We’ll start with basic concepts, then move on to each of the software applications exploring the masking techniques that are common and unique to each of them.

 
Course Outline
Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION: (20:39)

Introduction
Basic Concept of Masking
Basic Masking Workflow
Chapter 2 MASKING TECHNIQUES WITH PHOTOSHOP: (53:17)

Masking Adjustments
Creative Masking Example
Masking with Gradients
Masking Hair
Masking Objects
Effects with Vector Masks
Clipping Mask
Retouching with Masking
Advanced Masking with Multiple Masks
Chapter 3 MASKING TECHNIQUES WITH ILLUSTRATOR : (04:40)

Clipping Mask
Opacity Mask
Chapter 4 MASKING TECHNIQUES WITH INDESIGN: (11:35)

Image in a Frame
Clipping Mask with Frames
Feather Effects
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.