Create a Monster/Monster Face in Adobe Photoshop!
Learners will use a combination of given resources, and their own collected resources to create a Monster in Adobe Photoshop. Learners will learn different Photoshop techniques to cut out, add, and blend.
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Use the techniques learned in class to complete your Adobe Photoshop Monsters. Or create more Monsters!Class Experience
Intermediate Level
In this class, you will be taught how to create a Monster using Adobe Photoshop techniques, with given photographic resources, and students own collected photographic resources The class overview is as follows; Class Activity: What is a Monster? How would you describe the look and feel of a Monster? Examples: You will be shown examples of Monsters Demonstration: You will be shown how to create a new document, and then how to bring in images to edit. I will demonstrate how to cut out, change the size, angle, etc. I will demonstrate how to duplicate an image, or part of an image (for example - multiple eyes). Learner Activity: You will be encouraged to use your own computer to have a go at this task. You will be able to ask questions during this point, or have me repeat the task. Demonstration: You will be shown how to use the Move Tool, and Layers in order to arrange the Monster parts on your faces/body Learner Activity: You will be encouraged to continue your Monster creation. You can ask me questions, or ask me to repeat a technique Demonstration: You will be shown how to blend areas of your Monsters Learner Activity: You will be encouraged to blend area of your Monster should you wish to. You could also continue cutting out facial features, limbs, etc. I would love for you continue using these techniques after the lesson, and complete your Monster. I look forward to seeing your creations! You may choose to bring your completed Monsters to a follow up Adobe Illustrator session, where I show you how to use techniques to create an Illustrated version of your monsters.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We are creating monsters in this session - so multiple eyes, rough scaly skin, big sharp teeth, etc are likely going to feature. This may be scary for some learners.
In order to be able to make the most of this class, parents of learners (or learners if they are of an appropriate age) should have purchased, and downloaded Adobe Photoshop, and have an Adobe ID.
The link to purchase is; https://www.adobe.com/uk/creativecloud.html - you may be able to choose the discounted student/teacher price, however, you will need to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements, and have read the subscription terms and conditions.
Pre-Requisites
It would be helpful if learners have some knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, and have used it to a basic level.
Supply List
In order to be able to make the most of this class, parents of learners (or learners if they are of an appropriate age) should have purchased, and downloaded Adobe Photoshop, and have an Adobe ID. The link to purchase is; https://www.adobe.com/uk/creativecloud.html - you may be able to choose the discounted student/teacher price, however, you will need to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements, and have read the subscription terms and conditions. Learners are also encouraged to collect digital photos of textures, eyes, claws, teeth, horns, mouths, teeth, etc to help form their Monsters, and have this accessible during the time of the class. Please ensure that these photos are copyright free.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Learners are also encouraged to collect digital photos of textures, eyes, claws, teeth, horns, mouths, teeth, etc to help form their Monsters, and have this accessible during the time of the class. Please ensure that these photos are copyright free.
I have some examples below of copyright images I have sourced that could be used in the lesson;
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n5aLf6gVGh242ZT0uVCe5cscIG86M_YGP_ITm-D_F34/edit?usp=sharing (this is a Google docs link - with links to photos I have used for my example on the class listing, and that I may use in the lesson).
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design from Liverpool John Moores University
I have been a Graphics teacher for over 14 years - teaching skills in Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator mainly. I am based in the UK, and work at a school near MediaCityUK.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-8 learners per class
