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Daniel Marshall
Adobe Photoshop can be used to create wondrous works of art. Its tools allow a skilled artist to blend the boundaries of reality and art with the strokes of a brush, or lines of a pencil. In this lesson, you will learn to augment the use of these basic tools through the implementation of special effects. From drop shadows, to outer glows, a whole universe of artistic variation is about to become unlocked; and it’s waiting just for you.
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Taught by Daniel Marshall, who are recognized for their work in design and photography
Develops skills that are highly relevant to both industry and personal growth and development
Teaches tools and software that are industry standard
Offers hands-on labs and interactive materials
Explores the use of special effects in Adobe Photoshop, which may be useful for those interested in design and photography
Requires learners to come in with some background knowledge in Adobe Photoshop
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Activities
Be better prepared
before
your course. Deepen your understanding
during
and
after
it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered
in Adding Special Effects in Adobe Photoshop with these
activities:
Complete the Photoshop Tutorial Series
Show steps
Begin practicing with Photoshop's tools and interface before the course starts to become more comfortable with the software.
Browse courses on
Photoshop
Show steps
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Search for a step-by-step Photoshop tutorial series for beginners on YouTube or other online learning platforms.
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Follow the video instructions to create a project using the Photoshop tools and techniques.
Read 'Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book'
Show steps
Supplement your understanding of Photoshop concepts and techniques with a comprehensive reference book.
View
Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book (2022...
on Amazon
Show steps
-
Obtain a copy of 'Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book'.
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Read through the relevant chapters to reinforce your understanding of special effects.
Practice Creating Special Effects
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Continue practicing using various special effects to enhance your images.
Browse courses on
Special Effects
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Open a photo or image in Photoshop.
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Use the Photoshop tools to create a special effect, such as a drop shadow, outer glow, or bevel.
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Experiment with different settings and options to create various effects.
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Create a Portfolio of Photoshop Projects
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Compile a collection of your Photoshop creations to showcase your skills and progress.
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Portfolio
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Gather the best Photoshop projects you have created, both from the course and from your own practice.
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Select high-quality images that demonstrate your use of special effects and other techniques.
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Organize your portfolio in a logical and visually appealing manner.
Mentor Beginner Photoshop Users
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Reinforce your own understanding by helping others learn the basics of Photoshop.
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Offer your assistance to new Photoshop users through online forums or social media groups.
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Provide guidance and support to help them overcome obstacles and develop their skills.
Contribute to Open Source Photoshop Projects
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Deepen your understanding of Photoshop's underlying principles and collaborate with a community of developers.
Browse courses on
GIMP
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Explore open source software alternatives to Photoshop, such as GIMP or Krita.
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Identify areas where you can contribute to these projects, such as bug reporting or code development.
Develop a Photoshop Plugin or Script
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Expand your technical skills and customize Photoshop to fit your specific needs.
Show steps
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Learn the basics of Photoshop's scripting language.
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Develop a plugin or script to automate a repetitive task or enhance Photoshop's functionality.
Complete the Photoshop Tutorial Series
Show steps
Begin practicing with Photoshop's tools and interface before the course starts to become more comfortable with the software.
Browse courses on
Photoshop
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Search for a step-by-step Photoshop tutorial series for beginners on YouTube or other online learning platforms.
- Follow the video instructions to create a project using the Photoshop tools and techniques.
Read 'Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book'
Show steps
Supplement your understanding of Photoshop concepts and techniques with a comprehensive reference book.
View
Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book (2022...
on Amazon
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Obtain a copy of 'Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book'.
- Read through the relevant chapters to reinforce your understanding of special effects.
Practice Creating Special Effects
Show steps
Continue practicing using various special effects to enhance your images.
Browse courses on
Special Effects
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Open a photo or image in Photoshop.
- Use the Photoshop tools to create a special effect, such as a drop shadow, outer glow, or bevel.
- Experiment with different settings and options to create various effects.
Four other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all seven activities
Create a Portfolio of Photoshop Projects
Show steps
Compile a collection of your Photoshop creations to showcase your skills and progress.
Browse courses on
Portfolio
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather the best Photoshop projects you have created, both from the course and from your own practice.
- Select high-quality images that demonstrate your use of special effects and other techniques.
- Organize your portfolio in a logical and visually appealing manner.
Mentor Beginner Photoshop Users
Show steps
Reinforce your own understanding by helping others learn the basics of Photoshop.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Offer your assistance to new Photoshop users through online forums or social media groups.
- Provide guidance and support to help them overcome obstacles and develop their skills.
Contribute to Open Source Photoshop Projects
Show steps
Deepen your understanding of Photoshop's underlying principles and collaborate with a community of developers.
Browse courses on
GIMP
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Explore open source software alternatives to Photoshop, such as GIMP or Krita.
- Identify areas where you can contribute to these projects, such as bug reporting or code development.
Develop a Photoshop Plugin or Script
Show steps
Expand your technical skills and customize Photoshop to fit your specific needs.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Learn the basics of Photoshop's scripting language.
- Develop a plugin or script to automate a repetitive task or enhance Photoshop's functionality.
Career center
Learners who complete Adding Special Effects in Adobe Photoshop will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Art Director
Art Director
Art Directors often use Adobe Photoshop to create storyboards, mood boards, and other visual representations of their ideas.
Photographer
Photographer
Adobe Photoshop is widely used in photo editing, and being able to apply special effects can make your photographs stand out from the crowd, whether you are a professional photographer or a hobbyist.
UX Designer
UX Designer
User Experience (UX) Designers often use Adobe Photoshop to create prototypes and mockups of their designs and interfaces.
Graphic designer
Graphic designer
The knowledge of how to use Adobe Photoshop is an essential stepping stone for Graphic Designers. This course teaches you not only how to use the basic tools of the software but also how to implement special effects, which will allow you to create truly stunning and unique designs for clients.
Creative Director
Creative Director
Creative Directors use Adobe Photoshop to create presentations and other visual content to communicate their ideas to clients and stakeholders. This course can help you build a solid foundation in using the software.
Web Designer
Web Designer
Even though Web Designers primarily work with HTML and CSS, having a working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop can be incredibly useful for creating graphics and other visual content for websites.
Digital Illustrator
Digital Illustrator
This course can be helpful for Digital Illustrators who wish to use Adobe Photoshop to add special effects to their work and enhance their skills.
Marketing Manager
Marketing Manager
This course may be useful for Marketing Managers who want to learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to create marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and social media images.
Graphic Design Intern
Graphic Design Intern
This course may be useful for Graphic Design Interns who want to learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to create graphics and other visual content.
Art teacher
Art teacher
This course may be useful for Art Teachers who want to learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to create instructional materials for their students.
Social Media Manager
Social Media Manager
This course may be useful for Social Media Managers who wish to learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to create visually appealing content for social media platforms.
Visual Effects Artist
Visual Effects Artist
This course may be useful for Visual Effects Artists, as it can provide them with new ideas to incorporate special effects into their work.
Motion Graphics Designer
Motion Graphics Designer
This course may be useful for Motion Graphics Designers, especially if they work with Adobe Photoshop to create effects for their animations.
Photographer's Assistant
Photographer's Assistant
This course may be useful for Photographer's Assistants who want to learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to edit photographs and create digital images.
Image Editor
Image Editor
This course may be useful for Image Editors who work with Adobe Photoshop and who may be interested in learning new techniques for applying special effects to images.
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learning. Use these to
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deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Adding Special Effects in Adobe Photoshop.
Is an official guide to Adobe Photoshop. The 2023 release comprehensive and up-to-date resource for beginners and experienced users alike.
Comprehensive guide to Adobe Photoshop. It covers everything from basic editing to advanced techniques, and valuable resource for any Photoshop user.
Is written by a professional photographer and provides a comprehensive guide to using Adobe Photoshop for photography. It covers everything from basic editing to advanced techniques, and valuable resource for any photographer who wants to improve their workflow.
Provides a comprehensive guide to Adobe Photoshop. It covers a wide range of topics, from basic editing to advanced techniques.
Provides a practical and easy-to-follow guide to using Adobe Photoshop for digital photographers. It covers a wide range of topics, from basic editing to advanced techniques.
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Provides advanced techniques for professional photographers using Adobe Photoshop. It covers a wide range of topics, from basic editing to advanced techniques.
Provides a quick and easy guide to Adobe Photoshop. It covers a wide range of topics, from basic editing to advanced techniques.
Comprehensive guide to Adobe Photoshop. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy for beginners to learn the basics of Photoshop.
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Taught by Daniel Marshall, who are recognized for their work in design and photography
Develops skills that are highly relevant to both industry and personal growth and development
Teaches tools and software that are industry standard
Offers hands-on labs and interactive materials
Explores the use of special effects in Adobe Photoshop, which may be useful for those interested in design and photography
Requires learners to come in with some background knowledge in Adobe Photoshop
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