Unit 4
Introduction to
Adobe Photoshop
Topics Covered
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Understanding resolution
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Class protocols: Saving work, naming files, organizing work, naming layers
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file formats (.psd, .jpg, .png, .gif)
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file size
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RGB, CMYK, Hex values
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non-destructive editing
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alpha / transparency, masking
Lessons & Activities
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The Interface (top menu, toolbar, tool tips, fly-out menus, palettes)
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layers (naming, visibility, folders, arranging, layer styles)
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history palette/undo
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contextual (sub)menus
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keyboard shortcuts
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foreground / background colour
Important tools / concepts
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cut, copy and paste
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clone stamp
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pan / zoom
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gradients (radial gradient, linear gradient)
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selection tools
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adjustment layers
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test tool
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quick mask
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brush size / hardness
Adobe Photoshop is the cornerstone of any multimedia curriculum. It is not only one of the best known and most powerful professional software packages we use, but in addition is incredibly versatile. The range of careers that require some knowledge of this software is extensive, and always growing. Designers, concept artists, planners, photographers and artists are among the wide variety of professionals that use this tool. Photoshop is truly at the heart of digital media.
Folder structure
Create a new directory in your named folder with all of the following sections:
Assessment notes
Your local folder structure will be assessed a mark based on how well you have followed class protocols. This includes naming of files, organization of files, submission of BrightSpace portfolio items, etc.
PROTOCOLS
WIX WEBSITE
All activities in this unit must be uploaded to your WIX website.
BLOG ENTRIES
COMPLETION TASKS
You will be assigned the following activities that must be completed and posted as blog entries
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Blog 4.1: Intro to Photoshop
You will be assigned the following activities which must be completed and exported as JPGs for inclusion on your WIX blog. Related authoring files (.psd) must be uploaded to your BrightSpace portfolio.
Completion task pages may need any of the following:
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at least one image (.jpg)
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a description of the activity
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a list and description of new tools used
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learned concepts
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any other relevant information
Completion Tasks for this Unit
(This list is a guide only. There may be changes year over year)
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road graphic (clone stamp)
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sea star graphic (clone stamp)
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melonman
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Hawaii postcard
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dog challenge 1/2/3
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book cover
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hot air balloon
THEORY QUIZ
There will be a theory quiz covering key concepts, class discussions and tools. To properly prepare for the quiz, review all key concepts posted throughout this unit.
SKILLS TEST
At the end of this unit, part of your assessment is based on a skills test. In a skills test you are given the entire class to complete as much of an assigned task as you can, as accurately as possible. You will be assessed on
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how much you complete of the illustration (compared to the rest of the class)
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how accurate your work is
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your process and approach
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your tool selection and competence
The rubric can be previewed on BrightSpace
This will be good practice run in preparation for the actual skills test .