Photo Manipulation with Photoshop Elements

This is a computer-based course for students with their own digital camera and a working knowledge of the Windows operating system who want to get the most from digital photography by adjusting and manipulating there own images using Adobe Photoshop Elements. During the course you will cover the basic operations of the program, become proficient in adjusting your images, learn some more advanced techniques of image manipulation and learn how to take photographs with image manipulation in mind. The course is ideal for those who want to maximise the potential of digital image making but don’t know where to start or those who have a good grounding in the subject but want to expand their working knowledge using their digital camera and Photoshop Elements.

Perfect Pictures with Your Digital SLR

This course is intended for students who own a digital SLR and are familiar with the controls and basic operation. Through a series of practical sessions, you will learn how to photograph various subjects including static objects, people and portraits and outdoor scenes. In particular, we will look at the specific features and capabilities that are available on an SLR. There will be an opportunity to view and evaluate images at the end of the course. Although image editing facilities are available in the computer room, it is not essential to have competence in this area. The emphasis is on skilful photography to achieve good quality results direct from the camera.

Introduction to Digital Imaging

Students will need to have some basic computer skills, i.e. they should be able to use a keyboard and mouse and be familiar with Windows operating systems. Topics covered will include: capturing an image - scanning original pictures; help with loading images from camera to computer. Image manipulation – changing brightness, adjusting contrast, cropping and resizing, colour management, vignetting and selection techniques, layer masks; adding text; combining two or more images, organising folders, printing and saving different image file types. Please note that for this course we will be using Photoshop Elements image editing software.

Digital Photography: Autumn Tints

This course is intended for students who have their own digital camera and have learnt the basic operating methods in addition to the computer-based procedures for downloading images. Mid October promises to be the perfect time for Autumn Tints and we can hope for some striking and colourful images when we venture into local woodlands and up on to the South Downs. Throughout the course there will be facilities for downloading and printing images from a PC. Please note that for this course we will be using Photoshop Elements image editing software. The course includes field trips (transport is provided) but students should be prepared to walk up to 3 miles per day.

Introduction to Digital Photography

Students who attend this course will need to have basic computer skills, i.e. they should be able to use a mouse fluently and be familiar with the Windows operating system. Topics covered will include: finding your way round a typical digital camera – technical information; taking pictures – handling the camera; downloading files & preparing images; making prints; image enhancement; using re-touching tools. Cameras will be available if required, on loan, for use during this course. However, students are encouraged to bring their own digital cameras and accessories if they can. Please note that for this course we will be using Photoshop Elements image editing software and suitable utilities.

Further Steps with Photoshop Elements

This is a computer-based course for students with their own digital camera and a thorough understanding of the of the Windows operating system. They should also have a good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop Elements (image editing software). The aim of the course is to look at some of the more advanced features that this software offers. These features include: using and making custom brushes, installing and using actions and layer styles, making animated GIFs, and layer masks. There will also be opportunities to ask about other specific tasks and re-cap on some of the more general image-editing procedures.

Make the Most of Your Digital Camera

Scene Modes, Shutter Priority, Exposure Compensationand White Balance are just some of the bewildering options offered by digital cameras. Which ones are useful, which ones are not! Having learnthow to take a photograph on Auto, the student will be shownhow,by tweaking the right controls, colours are captured more vividlyand movement frozen. The spring or autumn colours of the local countryside will be our subjects and we will also include a walk to the sea (weather permitting) for further photography. For this course, students should bring their own digital camera and accessories.

Image Editing with Photoshop Elements

This course is intended for students who have attended Introduction to Digital Imaging or have a grasp of the basics of Photoshop Elements. It is assumed students can use a computer, i.e. keyboard, mouse and have a working knowledge of Windows operating systems. Topics covered will include: photo organisation and management, further work with selections, understanding layers, masking techniques, retouching, sepia and art effect finishes, better printing and panoramas using Photomerge. Please note that for this course we will be using Photoshop Elements image editing software.