Photoshop Retouching Masterclass for Creative Professionals
May 29 through June 26
Wednesdays 7-8:45 pm ET
Learn the correct photo retouching techniques and methodology from a professional post-production artist.
Level 1 – $175
* Level 2 (Standard Rate) – $199
Level 3 – $250
Level 4 – $300
What are these pricing tiers, and how should I select the right one for me?
We use a redistributive model, to ensure equitable access. Our Level 2 course price is the Standard Rate. Please consider our suggestions for determining yours here, prior to purchasing, and thank you!
The details
You’re a mid-career creative professional, digital designer, and/or solopreneur who has a working knowledge of Photoshop capabilities. You
1) want to have more control over your product documentation,
2) would like to bring in-house the consistent need for refined photography, and
3) would like a greater understanding of industry-standard retouching to execute or delegate your needs better.
This course will cover specific Photoshop tools and methods: professional skin and hair retouching, color and light correction, background and object removal, creating transparent shadows and layers, and much more!
Students will also learn how to use these methods effectively, how to use a nuanced touch to avoid controversial results, and insider industry standards and best practices. The course format will allow students to follow along with live instruction, and then practice on their own. Students will graduate with a personal project that will be evaluated live. Absolute beginners to Photoshop will need to take a basic Photoshop course (free, provided) as a prerequisite.
Course breakdown
Week 1
The Retouching Industry + Adjusting Backgrounds & Objects
Intro to instructor, course subject, and industry Q&A. We will begin by learning how to remove, extend, or manipulate backgrounds and objects within an image using various selection and patch/healing tools in addition to generative AI.
Week 2
Color and Light Correction Using Selective Tools and Adjustment Layers
This class will dive deep into adjustment layers and selection tools to achieve global and partial light and color manipulations.
Week 3
Hair and Skin Retouching
In this class, we will cover two methods of skin retouching: frequency separation and dodge & burn. We will also go over how to use previously learned techniques to manipulate hair.
Week 4
Creating Transparent Shadows and Layers + Bonus Tools
This class will cover an array of techniques useful for e-commerce and marketing. We will: Use layer masks to create real transparent shadows as PNG. Create gifs from multi-frame imagery using the timeline tool. Explore filter gallery manipulations such as liquify, blur, sharpen, and grain. Students will have the option to choose an image for final evaluation and sign up for an allotted timeslot for live critical feedback.
Week 5
Assessment Evaluation + Industry Q&A
In the final class, we will cover the optional student assessment for the first 30 minutes. The rest of the session will be an open forum Q&A focusing on industry best practices. Continuing education, contact, and other resources will be distributed.
Prerequisites
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Here to explain what all these prereq’s are about
This course is not for beginners. Access to Photoshop software and a basic understanding of the program is a prerequisite necessary to complete this workshop. If you are newer to this software, or would like a refresher, please utilize any of the free “Photoshop for Beginners” videos and playlists available on YouTube or Adobe to gain core competency in the user interface and basic tools.
Supplies
You will need access to Photoshop for the duration of the course. Participants will be provided with imagery to use for each class.
Pre-course Intake Form
Please fill out this short form (only 3 questions!) ahead of our first class in this session.
FREE prerequisite options:
Option 1: YouTube
Twelve 25-45 min videos in this Photoshop for Complete Beginners course on YouTube will deliver a well-rounded understanding of the tools and capabilities of Photoshop.Option 2: Adobe Max
Just want a refresher? This 3-part (25 min ea) session sets you up for success by walking through the main features of Photoshop with best practices.
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3Hot tip: Complete these prereqs faster by adjusting the playback speed in the video settings to 1.25-2x
NABILA JUMA
Nabila Juma is a designer and art director with nearly a decade of experience leading in-house creative teams for multi-million dollar direct-to-consumer CPG startups. She helps brands hone in on their brand identity, craft memorable retail and acquisition experiences, and launch visually stunning 360º product campaigns. Nabila spent the last 4 years at Hero Cosmetics© (maker of the Mighty Patch™), creating campaigns to launch over 22 products at 6 online and in-store retailers. Her photo (and 3D) art direction and post-production expertise brought campaign creative in-house at Hero.