Photoshop CC Selections from Pluralsight

This course covers how to effectively create selections inside of Adobe Photoshop.

This course covers how to effectively create selections inside of Adobe Photoshop. Mastering selections is the first step in becoming a good Photoshop user. We cover a wide range of topics from basic selection concepts like feathering and anti-aliasing, to more advanced selection techniques using the Color Range command and nested masks. We wrap up the class by looking at some practical uses of selections like creating targeted adjustments and compelling photo composites.

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Welcome

Review of Selection Basics

Selection Techniques

Applying Targeted Adjustments

Creating Composite Images

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Explores the core concepts of selections in Adobe Photoshop

Instructed by Matthew Pizzi, who is recognized for their work in graphic design and photo editing

Starts with review of foundational selection basics

Provides a series of exercises and examples to reinforce learning

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Learners who complete Photoshop CC Selections will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Photographer

Photographers use a variety of techniques to capture and edit images. This course will teach you the basics of using Photoshop to make selections. Photoshop is the industry-standard software for image editing, and mastering it is essential for success as a professional Photographer.

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Art Director

Art Directors oversee the visual aspects of a variety of projects, from print advertising to website design. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in using Photoshop to make selections. This course is a must if you want to become an Art Director. Photoshop is the industry standard in image editing. This course will teach you how to make precise and effective selections, which is critical for creating high-quality visuals.

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Photo Editor

Selections are essential to photo editing. This course will introduce you to the concepts and techniques surrounding how to use Photoshop. Once you take this course, you'll gain a valuable set of skills in making selections and editing photos. As a Photo Editor, you will use Photoshop to adjust lighting and color, remove unwanted objects, and enhance the overall appearance of images.

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Web Designer

This course is recommended for aspiring and current Web Designers who use Photoshop to create web graphics, edit images, and create website layouts. This course will teach you a variety of selection techniques that are important for web designers. You will also learn how to create targeted adjustments and composite images. Completing this course will enhance your skills as a Web Designer and help you succeed in this field.

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Product Photographer

Product Photographers are responsible for creating high-quality images of products for use in marketing and advertising. This course will provide you with a solid understanding of how to use Photoshop to create selections. Product Photographers often need to isolate products from their backgrounds or remove unwanted objects. Enrolling in this Photoshop CC Selections course will help you get the skills you need for a career in product photography.

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Graphic designer

If you have any interest in graphic design, you should take this course. This course will help you become familiar with the essential skills to create effective and targeted advertisements. As a Graphic Designer, you will use Photoshop to produce visual concepts that match the needs of the client and help build a brand. Learning how to master selections is a key step in becoming a great Graphic Designer because of the importance of isolating elements for highlighting, removal, and editing.

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Marketing Specialist

Marketing Specialists develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote products or services. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in using Photoshop to make selections. As a Marketing Specialist, you will use Photoshop to create marketing materials, manage social media accounts, and create presentations. Taking this course will help you gain the skills to create visually appealing marketing campaigns that will help you succeed in this field.

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UX Designer

User Experience (UX) Designers are responsible for designing the user interface and user experience of websites and applications. This course will help you understand how to use Photoshop to create selections. UX Designers often need to create prototypes and mockups of user interfaces. This course will give you the skills you need to create stunning visuals that will impress potential employers.

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Social Media Manager

Social media managers are responsible for creating and managing social media content. This course in Photoshop CC Selections can be helpful in a career in social media management because it will teach you how to use selections to create targeted adjustments and composite images. Mastering these skills will enable you to create visually appealing content that will engage your audience and help you succeed in this field.

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Creative Director

In addition to general management responsibilities, Creative Directors develop the overall vision for a brand or marketing campaign. This course will introduce you to the basic and advanced functions of making selections in Photoshop and can be useful in helping you prepare for a career as a Creative Director. This course will help you understand how to create visually compelling content that will resonate with your target audience.

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Marketing Manager

This course provides practical knowledge in using selections to create targeted adjustments and compelling photo composites that can be helpful in marketing. These skills enable the creation of precise and effective marketing campaigns. As a Marketing Manager, you can use Photoshop to design marketing materials, manage social media accounts, and create presentations. Completing this course will help you understand how to create powerful visuals to market products or services.

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Digital Imaging Technician

Digital Imaging Technicians bridge the gap between art and technology to create visually stunning images. Those working in this role use Photoshop to manipulate images and create desired effects. By learning how to use Photoshop through this course, you can build a foundation to advance your career as a Digital Imaging Technician and become adept at selecting and manipulating images.

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Web Developer

Web developers are responsible for designing and developing websites. The skills learned in this course may be helpful to you as a web developer. This course will teach you a variety of selection techniques that are important for web designers. Completing this course will enhance your skills as a Web Developer and help you succeed in this field.

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Video Editor

Video Editors use a variety of software to edit and produce videos. This course may help you develop skills in using Photoshop to make selections. Photoshop is a powerful tool for creating and editing images, and it can be used to enhance your video editing skills.

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Writer

Writers create content for a variety of purposes, including marketing, journalism, and fiction. While a course in Photoshop CC Selections may not be directly applicable to a career as a writer, it may still offer some benefits. For example, if you write blog posts or articles that include images, you may find the skills you learn in this course to be helpful.

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