Photoshop CC Smart Objects from Pluralsight

Smart Objects preserve an image's source content with all its original characteristics, enabling you to perform nondestructive editing to the layer. In this course, we'll review the various ways you can create Smart Objects and some best practices for working with them in Adobe Photoshop CC. Software required: Adobe Photoshop CC.

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An accessible introduction to working with Smart Objects in Adobe Photoshop

Provides step-by-step guidance for using Smart Objects in Photoshop CC

Covers essential concepts and techniques for manipulating Smart Objects

Suitable for beginners or those new to using Smart Objects in Photoshop

Instructor Matthew Pizzi is an experienced designer and educator

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

Photo Editor

Photo Editors manipulate and enhance digital images for a variety of purposes. Smart Objects in Photoshop allow for non-destructive editing, making it possible to experiment with different adjustments without compromising the original image. This course may be beneficial to Photo Editors who want to refine their image editing skills and produce visually appealing results.

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Photographer

Photographers capture and manipulate images using a variety of techniques. Smart Objects in Photoshop provide a comprehensive set of tools for image editing and manipulation. This course may be useful for Photographers who wish to enhance their post-processing skills and produce impactful photographs.

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Web Designer

Web Designers create and maintain websites. As a skill, Smart Objects allow for the creation of flexible, scalable graphics that can easily be adapted to different screen sizes. This course may assist Web Designers who frequently resize or modify graphics for websites.

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UI Designer

UI Designers design the user interface for websites and applications. Smart Objects in Photoshop empower UI Designers to create scalable and flexible graphics for different screen resolutions. This course may be valuable to UI Designers who aim to improve their workflow and produce visually appealing user interfaces.

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User Experience Designer (UX Designer)

UX Designers develop user interfaces for websites and software applications. Smart Objects in Photoshop aid in maintaining the fidelity of visual elements across different screen resolutions. This course could be valuable to UX Designers who want to ensure the consistency and quality of user interfaces.

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Art Director

Art Directors oversee the visual aspects of a project, from concept to execution. Smart Objects in Photoshop help maintain the integrity of visual elements throughout the creative process. This course could be valuable to Art Directors who need to manage and collaborate on complex visual projects.

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Digital Artist

Digital Artists use computer software to create digital artworks. As a skill, Smart Objects in Photoshop enables you to work with images non-destructively, allowing for flexibility and experimentation. This course may assist Digital Artists who want to explore different creative possibilities and produce high-quality digital artwork.

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Creative Director

Creative Directors lead and inspire creative teams to develop and execute creative concepts. Smart Objects in Photoshop provide a platform for seamless collaboration and iterative refinement of visual content. This course may be helpful to Creative Directors who wish to enhance their ability to manage and guide creative projects.

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Motion Graphic Designer

Motion Graphic Designers combine artistic and technical skills to create visual content for a variety of media, including commercials, films, and video games. Smart Objects in Photoshop offer a convenient way to manage and edit complex animations. This course may be useful to Motion Graphic Designers who want to improve their workflow and create visually stunning animations.

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Illustrator

Illustrators create visual images to communicate ideas and concepts. Smart Objects in Photoshop enable the integration of illustrations into complex compositions. This course may be beneficial to Illustrators who want to combine their artistic skills with digital tools to produce captivating illustrations.

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Graphic designer

Graphic Designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. Smart Objects in Photoshop help you maintain an image's source content, enabling you to make non-destructive changes to the image. This skill may be helpful for Graphic Designers who need to make changes to images without compromising their original quality.

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Product Designer

Product Designers create and develop physical and digital products. Smart Objects in Photoshop facilitate the seamless incorporation of images into product designs. This course could be useful to Product Designers who want to enhance their ability to visualize and prototype products.

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UX Researcher

UX Researchers study user behavior and preferences to improve the user experience. Smart Objects in Photoshop offer a way to visualize and test different design iterations. This course could be helpful to UX Researchers who want to incorporate visual elements into their research and analysis.

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Social Media Marketer

Social Media Marketers create and manage content for social media platforms to promote products, services, and brands. Smart Objects in Photoshop provide a convenient way to create and modify visual content for social media. This course could be helpful to Social Media Marketers who want to improve their ability to produce engaging and visually appealing content for social media.

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Web Developer

Web Developers create and maintain websites and web applications. Smart Objects in Photoshop allow for the creation of web-optimized graphics. This course may be useful to Web Developers who want to enhance their ability to produce high-quality graphics for the web.

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Reading list

We've selected three books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Photoshop CC Smart Objects.

Adobe Photoshop Elements 2019 Classroom in a Book

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Provides a comprehensive overview of Photoshop CC, including detailed instructions on working with Smart Objects. It valuable resource for both beginners and experienced users.

Adobe Photoshop Elements 2019 Classroom in a Book

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