Graphics Expert: Basics of Photoshop and GIMP
Description
Would you like to make side revenue even if you’re a newbie? So, this is your chance to master graphic design with this brief to- the- point course that does not need an advanced technical skill or a prior experience. Graphic design is one of the most profitable careers to have on the market, as the demand for graphic design projects is ENDLESS!
It’s clear that Photoshop is on the top paid graphic design software, and GIMP is one of the best free software that any graphic design expert needs. This course will equip you with the basics of the both programs, so you will have the paid and free options to choose from. By taking this free concise course, you will learn essential graphic design skills with Photoshop and GIMP. Regardless of which program you opt for, this free course will help you start your graphic design career.
This course includes15 concise step-by-step tutorials with no side talks (9 tutorials on using the basic to intermediate Photoshop features and 6 tutorials on using the basic to intermediate GIMP features).
By taking this course,
- You will be able to do the following using Photoshop: use selection tools; create a document; list file types and modes; use layers; crop, resize images; use the text tool; use layer blending modes; use gold text effect; and use glowing text effect.
- You will be able to do the following using GIMP: create, save and export images; use layers; resize, crop, rotate and flip images; use paint tools; and use selection tools.
What I will learn?
- Create a new Photoshop document
- Use common selection tools of Photoshop
- List file types and modes in Photoshop
- Crop images in Photoshop
- Resize images and keep resolution
- Use layers in Photoshop
- Use layer blending modes in Photoshop
- Use the Text tool in Photoshop
- Use glowing text effect in Photoshop
- Use gold text effect in Photoshop
- Create images in GIMP
- Save images in GIMP
- Export images in GIMP
- Resize images in GIMP
- Crop images in GIMP
- Use image rotation in GIMP
- Use image flipping in GIMP
- Use layers in GIMP
- Use selection tools in GIMP
- Use paint tools in GIMP
Course Content
Module 1: Basics of Working with Photoshop
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01:11
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02:10
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03 Understanding File Types and Modes
02:13 -
04 Cropping, Resizing and Resolution
02:36 -
05 Using Layers
01:55 -
06 Using Layer Blending Modes
01:52 -
07 Using the Text Tool
01:48 -
08 Using Glowing Text Effect
01:49 -
09 Using Gold Text Effect
02:06
Module 1: Basics of Working with GIMP
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10 Getting Started With GIMP
01:39 -
11 Creating, Saving and Exporting Images
01:54 -
12 Resizing, Cropping, Rotating and Flipping
02:05 -
13 Working with Layers
01:40 -
14 Working with Selection Tools
02:42 -
15 Working with Paint Tools
04:40
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Ratings & Reviews
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LevelBeginner
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Duration3 hours
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Last UpdatedDecember 11, 2024
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CertificateCertificate of completion
Description
Would you like to make side revenue even if you’re a newbie? So, this is your chance to master graphic design with this brief to- the- point course that does not need an advanced technical skill or a prior experience. Graphic design is one of the most profitable careers to have on the market, as the demand for graphic design projects is ENDLESS!
It’s clear that Photoshop is on the top paid graphic design software, and GIMP is one of the best free software that any graphic design expert needs. This course will equip you with the basics of the both programs, so you will have the paid and free options to choose from. By taking this free concise course, you will learn essential graphic design skills with Photoshop and GIMP. Regardless of which program you opt for, this free course will help you start your graphic design career.
This course includes15 concise step-by-step tutorials with no side talks (9 tutorials on using the basic to intermediate Photoshop features and 6 tutorials on using the basic to intermediate GIMP features).
By taking this course,
- You will be able to do the following using Photoshop: use selection tools; create a document; list file types and modes; use layers; crop, resize images; use the text tool; use layer blending modes; use gold text effect; and use glowing text effect.
- You will be able to do the following using GIMP: create, save and export images; use layers; resize, crop, rotate and flip images; use paint tools; and use selection tools.
Material Includes
- Screencast Tutorial Videos
Requirements
- No prerequisites required except for strong determination to develop graphic design skills.
Target Learners
- Anyone wanting to start graphic design career
- Beginner graphic designers