Introduction to Photoshop for Illustrators

Description

In this course, you will learn:

• She teaches you how to use the software from the ground up in this Basics, taking you from the basic tools and interface through a prototype of a complete printed product.
• Learn how to use the tools and the UI. Learn how to create and set up a new document, as well as how to customise your workspace to your liking.
• Learn about basic colour theory, how to select and create colour palettes, and how to use Photoshop's colour tools.
• Learn how to utilise various colour correction and healing techniques to modify traditionally created artwork that has been scanned, making it suitable for print or web use.
• Learn how to make artwork with a variety of painting tools, how to add texture to our work, and how to make it look more conventional.
• Try putting together an image with scanned classical materials and textures.
• Later on, you'll go over the final touches, which will include a brief look at lighting and blurring techniques for creating depth and movement to your work.
• Learn how to export your artwork for web and print apps in the last lesson.
• Before wrapping things off, learn how to make a multi-page pdf and make a simple animation of your picture.
   

Syllabus:

• Course 1: Introduction

  1. Welcome

  2.  New Document

  3.  Workspace

  4. The Toolbar

  5.  Layers

  6. Rulers and Guides

  7. Practice: Setting up for Illustration
      

• Course 2: Drawing and Composition

  1. Drawing Tools

  2.  Editing Brushes

  3. Making Brushes

  4. Selecting and Editing Elements

  5. Scanning and Preparing Traditional Sketches

  6. Building with Shapes

  7. Practice: Composing Your Image
      

• Course 3: Exploring Color

  1.  A Little Colour Theory

  2. :Pick a Colour

  3.  Creating Colour Palettes

  4. Contrast

  5.  Adjusting Colour and Value of Traditional Work

  6. Practice: Value Studies
      

• Course 4: Painting and Texture

  1.  Let’s Paint!

  2. Fill and Gradients

  3. Masks

  4. Blend Modes

  5. Textures (Part 1)

  6. Textures (Part 2)

  7. Practice: Artwork
      

• Course 5: Effects and Finishing Touches

  1. Light and Shadow

  2. Depth, Movement and Focus

  3. Final Readability Adjustments

  4. Practice: Putting it All Together
      

• Course 6: Exporting Your Artwork

  1.  Format for Printing

  2.  Exporting for Web

  3.  Presenting Artwork

  4. Animation (Part 1)

  5. Practice: Animation (Part 2)