In this Internet age, “shooting digital” has become the catchphrase for an increasing number of traditional photographers to achieving the ideal of the “perfect” shot, even though you still have to get out of the car! 

This 3-day course will give participants insights into the techniques used in the industry and studios for professional photographic post-production. The course has been designed to take into account Photoshop’s improved toolset and the new breed of photographer – s/he who has “gone digital”. 

Participants will learn to make informed hardware decisions for digitizing photos; use Bridge and the improved Camera RAW effectively; maximize layers for better workflow; use masks and masking techniques; make image and tonal adjustments; shoot in and use HDRI; use filters creatively and employ a range of professional photographic and corrective techniques.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Equipment & Setup

Module 2: Bridge & Camera RAW

Module 3: Perfect Selections

Module 4: Layers & Masks

Module 5: Channel Techniques

Module 6: High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDRI)

Module 7: Adjustments

Module 8: Filters for the Photographer

Module 9: Photographic Techniques

Module 10: Corrective Techniques

PRE-REQUISITE

Learners must be familiar with Photoshop at the base level – working with the program, layers and selections; or they will have taken a basic/foundation course in Photoshop.

Learners are also expected to demonstrate familiarity with the computer – such as the opening and saving of files, navigating the Windows operating system and mouse usage.