Learning Method: Instructor-led Classroom Learning Duration: 1.00 Day
Overview:
In this course, students will learn professional techniques for obtaining consistent, predictable, high-quality images from Photoshop. The course addresses color correction processes for the three primary uses of Photoshop.
Pre-requisite(s): Photoshop – Level 1 & Photoshop – Level 2
Course Outline:
Lesson 1: Color Workflows
- Color Modes
- Color Management
- Color by the Numbers
- Hybrid Workflows
Lesson 2: Calibration and Profiling
- Calibrating and Profiling Your Monitor
- Choosing a Working Color Space in Photoshop
- Opening and Converting Images
- Printing and Color Management
Lesson 3: Scanning
- Scanning Various Image Types
- Scanner Settings and Adjustments
Lesson 4: Removing Image Defects
- Removing Dust and Scratches
- Minimizing Moiré Patterns
- Eliminating Red-eye
Lesson 5: RGB Color Adjustments
- Color Correction Objectives
- Locating Highlights, Shadows, and Neutral Areas
- Automatic Color and Contrast Adjustments
- Basic Curve Adjustments
- Memory Colors
Lesson 6: Creating CMYK Separations
- Color Settings for Prepress
- Calibrating to a Proof
- Out-of-gamut Colors
- Color Separating Images
- CMYK Curve Adjustments
Lesson 7: Sharpening
- Unsharp Masking
- Sharpening Techniques
Lesson 8: Grayscale and Spot Colors
- Converting Color Images to Grayscale
- Duotones
- Spot Color Images
