Looking at Photoshop or (free) Photopea for the first time can be overwhelming, but in this easy introduction, I will show you the basics. In this course, beginner computer users will go from absolute beginner to being able to do basic photo editing, make fun collages, and complete simple graphic design projects.

⭐New to Outschool? Message me before you enroll!!!⭐

Mastering digital art programs takes a combination of technical and artistic skills, so this a great class for learners that have just started learning to use a computer and are interested in making art.

My goal is to create a fun, creative learning environment where students can comfortably learn about Photoshop, bring their imagination to life, and share their digital art with one another.

It is easier for students to share what they are doing and get help if Photoshop or Photopea is being used on the same computer running Zoom. Please check your device to make sure that Zoom's screensharing permissions are enabled.

Class structure:
Students will be provided a set of photos to edit in the classroom log-in page. Students with a little more experience may substitute their own photos. Students must have already downloaded the photos and know how to locate them on the computer before class begins.

Each class will begin with a review, followed by a teacher demonstration of how to use some new Photoshop tools. The Camp will culminate in each student completing a creative project, independently.

Day 1:  Drawing in Photoshop
Introductions
Intro to the work space 
Creating, Saving, & Opening files
Tools: Brush, Eraser, Color picker, Tool Options

Day 2:  Augmented Reality -- Drawing on a Photo
Layers
Tools: Fill Bucket

Day 3:  Editing like a Professional -- Colorizing a Black & White Photo and Adding Make-Up
Layer Opacity & Blending Effects
Tools: Blur, Smudge, Spot Healing

Day 4:  Creative Project -- Photocollage Cartoon Characters into Realistic Places
Adding an image as a Layer
Tools: Magic Eraser, Move Tool
Transforming for Scale

Day 5:  Creative Project -- Greeting Card or Meme
Tools: Text, Gradient, Fill


PRE-REQUISITE: 
Students should know the basics of computer operation before registering for this class. Please check with your student to make sure they know how to:
* use a mouse. (Please use a MOUSE, not a trackpad for this class!)
* use Zoom to share their screen, give permission for the teacher to control the screen remotely, mute/unmute.
* open a Browser window.
* open Photoshop.
* switch between Photoshop, Zoom, and their Browser.

** Many photos will be provided for this class. Please leave your browser window with with the Outschool classroom open during this class. **


#creative

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL):
Class is appropriate for (CEFR: A2, B1, B2, C1, C2)
Please message me to let me know if your learner is A2 or B1.