Here is a series of lessons that teach you how to use graphic editor Photoshop is an incredibly popular and indispensable tool in web design, with the help of which not only buttons, banners and logos, but even entire layouts are created for the site. The design of almost any website you visited was originally drawn in Photoshop, so knowledge of this program will definitely be useful for a webmaster, although the skills of image processing and creating your own drawings will also not harm a simple PC user. Digitizing photographs, retouching old photographs, creating postcards and collages - this is only the beginning of a long list of useful actions that the editor allows you to perform, and a series of lessons will help you get used to it.
Add this page to your bookmarks so you don’t lose the table of contents and consistently study article after article, learning more and more new techniques for working in Photoshop.
But what will you learn in these lessons?
- 1 Getting started in Photoshop - quick selection and fill
Here you will get acquainted with the program interface, find out what the main interface elements are for, learn how to create documents and save them, and master selecting areas on the canvas. Also from the lesson you will understand how to fill areas with color, and you will understand the principles of working with the program. After mastering the information, you will learn to perform simple steps and you can independently explore other editor tools.
- 2 Layers and text
All Photoshop images are built on layers. This is why editing in the program is so convenient. The lesson will tell you what layers are, why they are needed and how to work with them. In addition, it describes techniques for creating and processing inscriptions, as well as moving objects located on the canvas. After completing this lesson, processing multilayer documents will not be a problem for you.
- 3 Filters
You will get acquainted with a huge library of picture-changing scripts. The editor's filters can not only give the finished image a particular effect, but even create new objects and frame the photo.
- 4 Working with images
The article provides the basics for processing existing graphic files. Editing several images at once, moving objects from one picture to another, changing sizes and removing unnecessary parts - this is just an incomplete list of lesson topics.
- 5 Transformation
The lesson will teach you how to scale image elements, change proportions, tilt, distort and deform them
- 6 Drawing - brush and pencil
The first in a series of articles talking about tools for creating your own masterpieces. For a long time now, computer technology has developed to the point that it makes it possible to imitate drawing on paper. You will learn to create using a virtual pencil and brush - sketches and watercolor paintings can now be easily drawn and shared on electronic media, making an unlimited number of copies and without worrying about the safety of your work.
- 7 Drawing - shapes
Creating objects by hand is one thing, but accuracy and speed are sometimes paramount. The lesson talks about tools that can be used to create perfectly even geometric shapes of given sizes in just a few clicks. From simple square to an ellipse, a star and even a musical note - the article covers everything.
- 8 Drawing - outlines and bitmaps
You will remember once and for all how a vector differs from a raster, what the pros and cons of both approaches are, and you will also learn why shape contours are needed in Photoshop and what the pixel mode does.
- 9 Drawing - Pen tool
Continuing to work with contours, we study the tools of the Pen group. Purpose, method of application, description of parameters, and as a result you will learn to draw atypical contours and create complex geometric objects.
- 10 Drawing - Magnetic pen tool
The Magnetic mode of the Freehand tool has become so popular that it is called the Magnetic Pen, although there is no such separate tool in Photoshop. What this function allows you to do, why users love it so much and how it will help you personally - read the article.
- 11 Image Retouching Tools
To use these editor functions for the Internet, you don’t need to be a layout designer, a designer, a webmaster, or anyone at all. It's enough to be active user social networks. How to make your face more beautiful, remove moles and freckles? How to process an old scanned photo so that the colors become brighter, and scratches, stains and specks of dust are not so noticeable? How to carefully cut an object, move it or clone it? Where is the tool that will help you remove the red-eye effect from a photograph in just a couple of minutes? Find answers to these and other questions in the article.
- 12 Image correction tools
You already know so much that learning new tools is not a problem. All I had to do was make a review describing the possibilities to improve the quality of pictures - lighten where it is too dark, darken where it is overexposed, blur and add sharpness, mix and smear colors. All in all, additional information How else to make an image better is waiting for you in the lesson.
The pinnacle of creativity for the web is drawing website templates. When you have mastered most of the tools and have enough skills to draw dividers with shapes, buttons for menus, logos, and beautiful inscriptions, nothing prevents you from creating a good, complex layout. The article explains what a standard template consists of, describes the principle of creation, and also teaches how to cut the layout using tools previously unfamiliar to you.
Having paid attention to each of the lessons, analyzing practical examples and by experimenting on your own, as you master the course, you will go from a beginner to an advanced user of Photoshop and will be able to delve into it on your own, moving to a new level of mastery, and the strong and reliable foundation laid by the series of our articles will help you in this.
Here you will find useful tips users on the most frequently asked questions and lessons on how to use Photoshop for beginners and much more.
Is Photoshop CC allowed to be used on more than one computer?
Yes, the program can be downloaded and installed on an unlimited number of computers. But activation of the program is possible only on two computers with one subscription.If I'm using Photoshop Elements, why should I upgrade to Photoshop CC?
Photoshop CC is a professional image editing tool that is recognized by the world's leading designers. If you strive to create complex graphic compositions, deep image processing and the full realization of your creative ideas, it will become indispensable.Does Photoshop CC contain features previously found in Photoshop Extended?
Photoshop CC contains all the features found in Photoshop Extended, including unique ones such as a 3D graphics editing tool and quantitative analysis files.
Is it possible to purchase a paid version after using the trial version?
In order to become the owner of a “Single App” or “All Apps” subscription, you need to buy it on the official Creative Cloud website. After making a purchase, just disable and restart the application, the system will automatically update it and it will become licensed.Is it necessary to have continuous Internet access to use the program?
This is not necessary, since the application is installed on your computer and works permanently. The only situations where you will need an Internet connection are initial installation applications and license activation.Do I need to install all the add-ons available in Creative Cloud at once?
This is not necessary because Creative Cloud allows you to install applications individually. You can select only those applications that you need.If I already have a licensed version of Creative Suite on my computer, can I use it with Creative Cloud on the same device?
Installing CC will not affect the already installed CS. You can also use, for example, Creative Cloud and Photoshop CS6 on the same computer.
How can I purchase a licensed version of Creative Cloud?
There are several types of program subscriptions. They vary depending on which user group you belong to: a company or an individual user. You can also purchase a subscription to one of the Creative Cloud applications, or to the full package. You can purchase a licensed version on the official Adobe website.What security technologies are used in Creative Cloud?
The program uses advanced methods of protecting and encrypting information. When data is transferred to the server, encryption occurs using the same technology that many government agencies. All files will be accessible only to you. The application servers are located on three continents at once, which ensures stable operation and reliable protection information.What set of functions is included in the free version of the program?
You will get the opportunity to test a thirty-day trial version Creative Cloud, which includes all existing applications. You will also get access to two gigabytes of disk space, free support from Adobe and the ability to synchronize files.Articles in the same category
No matter how you got it Adobe program Photoshop CC, whether you registered on the official website and rented it or downloaded it from Torrent, in any case you need Photoshop settings.
Some in English, some in Russian. It doesn't matter either. We'll set it up any way you like. I will show it on my Russified version.
The interface, depending on the version of the program, may differ slightly. Don't worry, if some setting is missing in one section or another, it will still be reflected in the other.
Setting up Photoshop consists of the following steps
Go to the menu Editing – Settings – Basic
In the main settings it is better to leave everything as default
Working window interface
In the Interface menu, set up the color theme of your Photoshop. It can be completely black, or it can be very light. It all depends on the taste and mood of the person.
Here you can also configure the language and font size. The most convenient is Small, but everyone can choose from the list to suit their monitor and their level of vision. We leave the rest as is.
We skip “Synchronize settings” and configure file processing
This section of the settings menu does not require editing on at this stage. The developers tried to install by default optimal settings. Later, when you learn what the RAW format is used for, you may need this setting. And now we leave everything as it is
Check the Use box GPU. This is to help your computer's processor.
The fact is that image processing is a process that requires a lot of resources from your computer, so it uses all its capabilities. And if you have a good video card, which also has the same graphics processor, it should also be connected to image processing work. This is where we connect it.
Memory usage. This is the parameter we define to use Adobe Photoshop CC in the process of his work.
Available memory determines how much your computer can provide for running Photoshop in at the moment. And at the same time, to give other programs the opportunity
work. This is what we determine with the slider, setting the memory it occupies for the program.
60% is enough for stable operation. By setting it to 100%, we will doom parallel running programs to slow down.
We leave the remaining parameters in this section as they are.
Working disks for storing archives
If you install drive C, that is, the root one, then you will boot the system, which is not desirable.
This parameter is purely creative, it will be needed over time, but for now we will leave it as it is.
“Transparency and color gamut” are left as they are
Units of measurement and rulers
Units of measurement are set in pixels, Columns in points
We don’t pay attention to “Guiding grid and fragments” for now and leave it in the same form.
“External modules”, “3D”, “Experimental functions” leave the default settings.
Make the settings for this parameter as follows:
We have successfully completed setting up Photoshop; in the next article we will look at Importing photos into the program.
Good evening. Finally it happened and I updated my Photoshop to version 2017. Honestly? The difference for me is colossal. Since I am now freelancing, developing websites and layout, I simply lacked the functionality of my CS5.
Here I’ll talk about why I updated and how it worked for me after a couple of days of use, as well as about the new features in general.
I updated because, as I wrote above, my good old CS5 was no longer enough for me. After all, the new Photoshop has excellent functionality for web developers; it gradually began to be adapted for web design, since previously it was not particularly intended for this.
Now I can finally work with the swf format, which is a trend now, and save objects in one click, since there is a function to save any layer with one button.
For example, how I previously saved the logo separately on the layout.
Selected the logo (by clicking on the layer thumbnail), copied, created new file, inserted, turned off the background and saved as for the web. Now I press right click mouse on the layer, click export and save. Faster and more convenient. This can ultimately help save a significant amount of time.
In a couple of days I noticed only one drawback: it somehow works slower, compared to old version and takes longer to start. But, I'm sinning on my laptop, I'll update it a little and see, since this Photoshop was made on a new, more productive engine and everything should be fine.
What's new in CC compared to CS6
New filters have appeared, the “Image Size” and “Smart Sharpening” functions have been improved, but these are all trifles. The new Adobe Camera RAW is exactly what interests photographers and those who use Photoshop to process photos.
Could be used for a long time strengths RAW format for JPEG images by opening them as RAW. IN new version Photoshop format RAW is presented as a separate filter. This means you can now apply it to individual layers or even selected areas of layers!
New retouching options and radial filter.
The ability to correct distortions using the same Adobe Camera RAW.
New filter wizard “Camera Shake Reduction”.
Improved work with 3D and other features.
Well, let’s conduct a small survey, I’m interested in your opinion.
P.S.: I would be grateful for the support of my blog - .
Most recently, Adobe updated all programs from the Creative Cloud package: Photoshop received many new features, including those useful for photographers.
In these videos, professional photographer and teacher Chris Orwig will talk about how the updated Photoshop 2017 will help a photographer in his work.
You can download the files that you will need to complete the tasks at the end of the article.
Introduction
Welcome
Getting the most out of this course
Using the exercise files
Where Photoshop Fits in
Before and after views of images
Photoshop's role in today's workflow
Accessing your images with Bridge
Getting started with Lightroom
Setting Up Photoshop
Setting up your color settings
Fine-tuning your preferences
Choosing and customizing a workspace
Beginning with Camera Raw
What is Camera Raw
Camera Raw and Photoshop case study
Opening images into Camera Raw
Improving your images with the basics
Getting Started with Photoshop
Using the Start workspace
Opening, saving, and closing a photograph
Getting familiar with the interface
Using tools and undoing mistakes
Viewing Images
Zooming and panning on your photos
Expert zooming and panning tips
Choosing and changing the screen mode
Arranging and viewing multiple documents
Understanding Pixels and Image Size
Pixels and image sizing
Resizing an image to a smaller size
Exporting for email and social media
Challenge Resizing a photo for print and online
Solution Resizing a photo for print and online
Cropping and Straightening Images
Mastering the Crop tool
Cropping and straightening your photos
Fixing a crooked image
Cropping projects
Challenge Level and resize a photo to make a 5×5 print
Solution Level and resize a photo to make a 5×5 print
Increased Control with Layers
Why layers matter
creative layers case study
Creating new blank layers
Working with type layers
Improving color with adjustment layers
Applying layer style effects
Combining multiple images into one document
Combining multiple images and creating a color border
Organizing layers into groups
Challenge Using layers
Solution Using layers
Improving Exposure like a Pro
Adding brightness and contrast
Fixing exposure with Levels
Fine-tuning an image with Curves
Fixing an underexposed image
Correcting exposure with Camera Raw as a Smart Filter
Challenge Correcting exposure
Solution Correcting exposure
Fixing Specific Areas of an Image
Using the Elliptical Marquee tool to make a selection
Selecting and changing a rectangular area
Selecting with the Lasso tools
Working with the Quick Select tool
Quick Select project workflow
Making a selection with Focus Area
Challenge Selecting the subject from the background
Solution Selecting the subject from the background
Advanced Adjustments with Masking
Introducing masks
Improving an image with custom masks
Feathering a mask
Using a gradient mask to fix exposure
Copying a mask to save time
Challenge Creating a color effect
Solution Creating a color effect
Fine-Tuning Color
Changing colors in Camera Raw
Creative color adjustments with Camera Raw
Fine-tuning color with Hue and Saturation
Using Hue and Saturation with masking
Changing the color of a dress
Two steps to creating vivid and beautiful color
Using Color Balance to create vivid color
Challenge Advanced work with brightness and color
Solution Advanced work with brightness and color
Converting to Black and White
Converting to black and white with Camera Raw
Making a strong black-and-white portrait
Creating better black-and-white landscape photographs
Creating a black-and-white film grain effect
Making more dramatic black-and-white images
Challenge Black-and-white landscape
Solution Black-and-white landscape
Photographic Effects with Filters
Adding lens flare
Changing focus with the Blur Gallery
Creating a tilt-shift blur effect
Adding a creative blur to a portrait
Adding light with lighting effects
Challenge Adding blur
Solution Adding blur
Sharpening and Reducing Noise
Sharpening with Camera Raw
Reducing unwanted noise in Camera Raw
Reducing unwanted noise with high-res files
Reducing unwanted noise in Photoshop
Sharpening your photos with Smart Sharpen
Sharpening a multilayered document
Using Focus Area to select the area to sharpen
Selective sharpening with Smart Sharpen
Challenge Selective sharpening
Solution Selective sharpening
Retouching Away Problems
Using Content-Aware Fill to remove distractions
Removing an object with Clone Stamp
Quick results with the Spot Healing tool
Seamless retouching with the Healing tools
Fixing a large area with the Patch tool
Increasing image content with Content-Aware Scale
Challenge Removing a large object
Solution Removing a large object
Portrait Retouching Essentials
Improving skin with the Healing Brush tools
Wrinkle reduction
Whitening teeth with adjustment layers
Changing facial structure with Liquify
Changing shape with Liquify
Brightening the eyes
Improving eye shadows
Challenge Creating more beautiful skin
Solution Creating more beautiful skin
Making the Perfect Print
Getting ready to print – Resizing
Sharpening and brightening for final output
Selecting your printer and paper size
Choosing color management and printer settings
Conclusion
Next steps
Working files
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