The Adobe Photoshop CC for Beginners Workshop is an immersive, hands-on training designed to introduce newcomers to the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop, the world’s leading image editing software. Perfect for aspiring photographers, digital artists, and anyone keen on exploring photo manipulation, this workshop covers essential tools and techniques that form the foundation of Photoshop skills.

Participants will learn how to:

• Navigate and customize the Photoshop interface to suit their workflow.

• Use essential tools like the Move, Selection, and Crop tools to manipulate images.

• Apply basic edits and adjustments such as color correction, exposure, and sharpening.

• Work with layers and masks to create complex compositions and non-destructive edits.

• Utilize Photoshop's text and shape tools to add creative elements to images.

• Explore basic retouching techniques for removing imperfections and enhancing photos.

• Save and export images for various uses, from print to web.

Through a blend of guided tutorials, practical exercises, and real-time feedback, attendees will develop the confidence to start their Photoshop journey and bring their creative visions to life.

1. Laptop: Access to a laptop for reviewing and editing photos is beneficial but not mandatory. Some sessions may involve image review and editing.

2. No Prior Experience Required: This workshop is suitable for absolute beginners with no prior experience in photography. However, a passion for learning and an interest in photography are essential.

3. Openness to Learning: Participants should come with an open mind and a willingness to learn new concepts and techniques. Curiosity and a desire to improve are key to getting the most out of the workshop.

4. Physical Requirements: Participants should be able to comfortably edit during practical editing sessions.

5. Age Restrictions: There may be age restrictions or specific requirements for minors. Please communicate with the workshop organizer for any age-related policies.

6. Materials: Any additional materials needed for the workshop, such as notebooks, pens, laptop with installed Adobe Photoshop CC, Extension Cables, Mouse, Chargers, or specific editing equipment.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Photoshop CC

Objective: Introduce participants to Photoshop CC's interface, key features, and essential tools.

Activities:

1. Welcome and Overview:

   • Introduction to the workshop objectives and schedule.

   • Brief history and capabilities of Adobe Photoshop CC.

2. Navigating the Interface:

   • Guided tour of Photoshop’s interface, including the Toolbar, Options Bar, and Panels.

   • Explanation of the workspace setup and how to customize it for personal workflow preferences.

3. Activity: Interface Exploration

   • Participants explore the interface on their own computers, following along with the instructor.

   • Simple tasks like opening and closing panels, rearranging workspace, and saving workspace layouts.

Lesson 2: Basic Tools and Techniques

Objective: Teach participants how to use essential tools for basic photo editing and manipulation.

Activities:

1. Introduction to Basic Tools:

   • Overview of the Move, Selection, and Crop tools.

   • Demonstration of the Transform tools (Scale, Rotate, Flip).

2. Using Selection Tools:

   • How to use Marquee, Lasso, and Quick Selection tools for basic selections.

   • Introduction to the Magic Wand tool and making complex selections.

3. Basic Edits and Adjustments:

   • Using the Adjustments panel for brightness, contrast, and color correction.

   • Applying basic filters for sharpening and blurring images.

4. Activity: Tool Practice

   • Participants use the selection tools to isolate objects in a practice image.

   • Simple edits like cropping an image, adjusting brightness and contrast, and applying a filter.

Lesson 3: Understanding Layers and Masks

Objective: Introduce participants to the concept of layers and masks for creating non-destructive edits and complex compositions.

Activities:

1. Introduction to Layers:

   • Explanation of the Layers panel and how layers work.

   • Demonstrating layer properties like opacity, blending modes, and stacking order.

2. Creating and Managing Layers:

   • How to create new layers, duplicate, and group layers.

   • Organizing layers with naming and color coding.

3. Introduction to Layer Masks:

   • Basic concept of masks and how they control visibility on a layer.

   • Creating and using masks for simple edits.

4. Activity: Layer and Mask Practice

   • Participants create a multi-layer composition with images and text.

   • Practice using masks to hide and reveal parts of different layers.

Lesson 4: Working with Text and Shapes

Objective: Teach participants how to add and manipulate text and shapes within their Photoshop projects.

Activities:

1. Using the Text Tool:

   • Adding text to an image and adjusting font, size, color, and style.

   • Introduction to character and paragraph panels for text formatting.

2. Creating Shapes:

   • Using the Shape tools to create rectangles, ellipses, lines, and custom shapes.

   • Applying fill and stroke to shapes for visual impact.

3. Combining Text and Shapes:

   • Aligning and distributing text and shapes within the canvas.

   • Creating simple graphics or logos using text and shape tools.

4. Activity: Text and Shape Project

   • Participants create a simple poster or social media graphic using text and shape tools.

   • Experiment with text effects and shape customization.

Lesson 5: Basic Photo Retouching

Objective: Introduce participants to basic retouching techniques to enhance and correct images.

Activities:

1. Introduction to Retouching Tools:

   • Overview of the Spot Healing Brush, Clone Stamp, and Content-Aware Fill.

   • Demonstrating how to remove blemishes and unwanted objects from photos.

2. Basic Retouching Techniques:

   • How to smooth skin and enhance portrait photos.

   • Correcting small imperfections and refining details in images.

3. Using Adjustment Layers:

   • Introduction to adjustment layers for non-destructive color and tone corrections.

   • Demonstration of using Curves, Levels, and Hue/Saturation adjustments.

4. Activity: Retouching Practice

   • Participants practice retouching a portrait photo, removing blemishes and enhancing features.

   • Apply adjustment layers to correct color and exposure in an image.

Lesson 6: Saving and Exporting

Objective: Teach participants how to properly save and export their work for different purposes.

Activities:

1. Saving Files:

   • Explanation of different file formats (PSD, JPEG, PNG) and when to use them.

   • How to save layered files and flattened images.

2. Exporting for Web and Print:

   • Using the Export As feature to save images for web use.

   • Discussion on print preparation and saving images with appropriate resolution and color profiles.

3. Activity: Save and Export

   • Participants save their current project in different formats and export a version for web use.

   • Review of best practices for file management and archiving.

Q&A and Open Lab

Objective: Provide participants with the opportunity to ask questions, clarify concepts, and work on their projects with guidance.

Activities:

1. Q&A Session:

   • Open floor for participants to ask any remaining questions about Photoshop CC.

   • Addressing common issues and troubleshooting tips.

2. Open Lab:

   • Participants work on their own projects or revisit workshop exercises with instructor support.

   • One-on-one assistance and personalized feedback from the instructor.

3. Wrap-Up and Feedback:

   • Summary of key concepts and skills learned during the workshop.

   • Sharing additional resources and tutorials for continued learning.

   • Collecting participant feedback to improve future workshops.

This comprehensive plan ensures that participants gain a strong foundation in Adobe Photoshop CC, from understanding the interface to mastering basic tools and techniques, setting them up for further exploration and creativity in their Photoshop journey.

1. Face-to-face / Hands-on sessions at KEYEM Photography Studio, Cauayan City, Isabela.