Photoshop - Introduction

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Want to learn how to remove parts of a photograph and combine several images together? Then this course is for you! Photoshop will be used to apply image editing techniques to enhance restore and manipulate images. The course will cover more photo-editing skills than photography (See our alternative Creative Photography course). In the classroom learners will use Photoshop Elements 12 which is a light version of Adobe Photoshop.Activities covered will be achievable in both packages but there will be variations in software approaches - please ask for further details if required. What experience or skills do I need to join this course?No qualifications are needed but you need to be a confident computer user with the ability to use the mouse and keyboard. A creative mind and a keen interest in digital photography will also help you get the most out of the course. If you feel that you need to brush up your skills before starting this course there is also a 5-week Compact Cameras and Photo Editing - First Steps course available. What is the course about?The aim of the course is for you to be able to help improve your photography techniques and then edit/retouch images. Editing techniques covered include:Changing brightness/contrast/colourRemoving specific areas of an imageCombining several images together (montages)Repairing/restoring imagesAdding text to an imageHand-outs and exercises will be supplied by the tutor to support your learning. For the first session you will need: Pen and notebook/paper Additional costs and/or resources: There are no additional costs How will I know how I am getting on?Your progress and achievements will be recognised and recorded throughout your course in a number of ways.For example:• Practical tasks• Written and verbal feedback from your tutor• Learner Diary• Practicing and completing exercises Accreditation: This is not an accredited course

Course information

Name: Photoshop - Introduction Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, ICT for Beginners / Basic Online Skills Qualification type: Certificate of attendance Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20161221 14:32:22 Updated 20161221 14:32:22

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Leicestershire County Council
Further Education
n/a

Address

WANLIP LANE
WANLIP LANE Town: LEICESTER County:BIRSTALL