In this easy introduction to the best digital art software ever-- Photoshop &/or FREE Photopea-- I will show new digital artists how to do basic photo editing, make fun collages, and complete simple graphic design projects!

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Mastering any image-editing software takes a combination of technical and artistic skills, so this a great class for learners that have some level of ability to use a computer and an interest in art, photography, or technology. 

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 Photoshop experience may substitute their own photos. Students must have already downloaded the photos and know which folder they were downloaded to, before class begins. 

Each class will begin with a demonstration of how to open a file or create a new file in Photoshop, an introduction to the workspace, and some new Photoshop tools. Each class will culminate in the student completing a new creative project, independently. Class will end with a demonstration of how to save the project.

Schedule:
Week of August 28: Future Me - Layers, Combining files, Selection tools
Week of September 4: Photoshop as a Sketching Tool (Tracing over a Photo) - Layers, Paint Brush tool
Week of September 11: Animation PhotoCollage (JibJab) - Combining files, Layers
Week of September 18: Saving a Damaged Photo (Bring a Scan of an old family photo to class if you can!)
Week of September 25: Photoshop Photobomb (Add yourself into a famous image or place)
Week of October 2: Drawing, Illustration, and Logos: Graphic Design (Mastering the Pen Tool)
Week of October 9: Creating a Fantasy Creature (Unicorns, Pegasus, Dragons, Mermaids, Nyan Cat)
Week of October 16: Fun with Food - Layers, Paint Brush tool, Combining Files, Eraser tool
Week of October 23:  Where's Waldo? - Layers, Combining files, Eraser tool
Week of October 30:  Colorizing a Black and White Film Still - Layers, Paint Brush tool, Layer Blending Effects
Week of November 6: Animated Greeting Cards (holidays, birthdays, etc.) - Text, Combining Files
Week of November 13: Animated Greeting Cards (holidays, birthdays, etc.) - Frame-by-frame animation using Layers, Text
Week of November 20: Tricks of Perspective - Layers, Combining files, Selection tools
Week of November 27: Fantasy Vacations - Layers, Combining files, Selection tools
Week of December 4: Animal as People (cat in a suit, Garfield, kangaroos playing soccer...) - Healing Brushes, Layers, Combining files, Selection tools
Week of December 11:  Animating a character - Frame-by-frame animation using Layers, Paint Brush tool
Week of December 18: Unusual Homes (life-size gingerbread houses, a carved pumpkin...) - Brushes, Layers, Combining files,  Selection tools
* This topic list will repeat. The creative focus and photos supplied will vary so students can attend this class as many times as they wish. *


Students who attend 5 or more classes can expect to learn about each of the following tools:
 - Pen tool
 - Shapes
 - Vector vs. Raster graphics
 - Layers & Layer Opacity
 - Brush tools & Eraser
 - Text tool & Character Window
 - Selections
 - Image transformations
 - Image Color Adjustments
 - Clone Stamp tool
 - Healing & Spot Healing brush

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RELATED CLASSES:
*** For links to my graphic design classes, check my profile! ***

1-on-1 Digital Art for PC and Android Users
https://outschool.com/classes/1-on-1-digital-art-for-pc-and-android-users-pVWuqEUI?usid=xT93q5Wy&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Photoshop 101 (ongoing) - For young Beginners 
→ https://outschool.com/classes/photoshop-101-on-going-MoFGu8e8?usid=xT93q5Wy&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Photoshop 101 (Camp) - For young Beginners 
→ https://outschool.com/classes/photoshop-101-yB8KzLOv?usid=xT93q5Wy&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Photoshop Boot Camp - For older Beginners
→ https://outschool.com/classes/photoshop-boot-camp-tT4K4lNr?usid=xT93q5Wy&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Digital Art Chop Shop - For Intermediates
→ https://outschool.com/classes/digital-art-chop-shop-K1ipOg2y?usid=xT93q5Wy&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
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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.