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Adobe Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days - Manchester



Learn the fundamentals of Photoshop as we guide you through this comprehensive introduction to the number one image-manipulation program. We will show you how to adjust and enhance images. This is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in photographic visuals.
After we give you a complete tour of the Photoshop environment, we will show you how to adjust images, create compositions, fix common photo issues, apply colour fills and gradients, and adjust and style text and layers. With our guidance, your artwork will be ready for output to the web.
Price: | £395.00 ex VAT |
Version: | Adobe Photoshop CS6 |
Level: | Introduction to Intermediate |
Duration: | 2 Days (10am-5pm) |
Location: | Central Manchester |
Computer: | Windows & Mac |
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Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates
Photoshop Introduction 2 Days Overview
This 2-day Introduction course helps you learn about the tools and features available in Adobe Photoshop. We will help you understand how this industry-leading program takes image manipulation to a new level. You will use the program's tools for painting, retouching, and enhancing images by using selections and layers.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Navigate the Photoshop environment
- Select parts of an image in several ways
- Enhance images by using Adjustment Layers and Smart Sharpen
- Understand tools used for painting and retouching images
- Fill areas with colour and gradients
- Blend images to create simple compositions
- Create type and produce simple adverts
- Resize images for the web and for print
- Add, adjust and style both text and layers
- Output artwork for the web
- Prepare images for print
Our goal is for you to understand the basics of adjusting and enhancing images.
Course Target Audience and delegate prerequisites
This course is intended for digital artists and photographers as well as those who work for advertising agencies, design agencies, marketing agencies, production houses, and specialist corporate departments.
You will need basic PC or Mac skills, including a solid understanding of a computer's operating system (Windows or Mac OS). You will also need to know how to launch a program, create and save files, and copy files from CDs and other media.
Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates


The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days Course Outline
The following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking.
Managing the Adobe Photoshop Environment- Exploring the Interface
- Managing Panels
- Adjusting and Saving your Workspace
- Zooming in and out and moving around
- Using Undos with the History Panel
- Creating Selections using Marquee, Magic Wand, Quick Selection and Lasso tools
- Adding and Subtracting from a selection
- Transforming a Selection
- Modifying a Selection using Refine Edge
- Saving and Reloading a Selection
- Cropping an image
- Using Levels and Curves Adjustment Layers
- Using Hue/Saturation Adjustment Layer
- Using Colour Balance Adjustment Layer
- Sharpening using Smart Sharpen
- Basics of Painting
- Clone Stamp and Healing Brush tools
- Using the Filter Gallery
- Creating New Layers
- Transforming Layer Objects
- Applying Transparency and changing the Blend modes
- Adding Text
- Creating Layer Masks
- Adding Layer Styles
- Choosing colours
- Using the Eyedropper tool
- Filling an area with colour
- Creating gradients
- Using the Type tool
- Formatting Text
- Adding Layer styles to Text
- Rasterising text
- Sizing images for web pages
- Sizing images for print
- Resizing images
- Changing the Canvas Size
- Understanding different file types
- Saving for Web
- Understanding the Print options
- Working non-destructively with Layer Masks
- Creating Layer Masks
- Editing Layer Masks
- Creating Fading Effects with Layer Masks
Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates


The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
What's Included
The following are provided for your best experience on this course:
- All computers for your use with choice of Windows or Mac systems
- Small class size (limited to a maximum of 4-8 attendees on all sessions)
- Quality reference manual for post course reference to take away with you
- 6 months post course support to assist you where needed
- Official Adobe Authorised Certificate for your successful completion of the course
- Lunch To give you the most flexible options for lunch we provide lunch vouchers which can be redeemed locally at a number of popular eateries including Pret A Manger, EAT, Starbucks, Tesco, Sainsburys, Boots and Greggs
- Refreshments to keep you on top form are available for you throughout the course with a full range of teas, coffees and biscuits
- Pads and pens
Daily course times run between 10am and 5pm with an hour break for lunch and both mid morning and mid-afternoon refreshment breaks. We recommend arrival at 9.45am for registration on the first day of the course.
Further details on benefits included with this Adobe Photoshop CS6 course:
Included with our Photoshop courses is the Brilliant Photoshop book provided for free to use as a post course reference resource. This is a full 300+ page manual to supplement the content covered during the course.
Included with your course booking for all delegates on this course is 6 months free support so if you run into problems or need assistance relating to anything covered during your course we would be happy to assist you during this time.
After your Adobe class with XChange Training you will receive our official Adobe Authorised Training Certificate as a record of your successful completion of the Adobe Certified Photoshop course.
Delegates attending scheduled or bespoke courses at our training centres will receive lunch and plentiful refreshments including tea, coffee and hot chocolate for each day of the course.
Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates


The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
Training Location
This course is provided at the XChange Training Manchester training centre based at:
Piccadilly House49 Piccadilly
Manchester
M1 2AP
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Piccadilly House is located in the heart of Manchester directly next to the Piccadilly Gardens transport interchange with excellent bus and tram connections and is easily accessed from Piccadilly train Station (5 mins). Victoria station is also close by (around 10 mins).
Daily course times run between 10am and 5pm with an hour break for lunch and both mid morning and mid-afternoon refreshment breaks. We recommend arrival at 9.45am for registration on the first day of the course.
Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates


The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
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Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates


The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
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Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates


The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
Testimonials
The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
The course was very helpful. As a complete novice I now feel I have enough knowledge to get started. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and small group. I would definitely recommend this course.
Kerri McKenna, The Bead Shop, Photoshop Introduction - 2 Days
An excellent introduction to Photoshop - well paced, informative and the tutor was very attentive to our needs.
Hayley Gelling, Production Guild, Photoshop Essentials - 1 Day
Thoroughly enjoyed each course I've completed with XChange and found the training style to be brilliant and conducive to learning.
Paul Fisher, BAE Systems, Photoshop - 2 Day Advanced
The instructor was clearly knowledgeable of their subject. Pacing was good and the content was applied to the different backgrounds of the people who were present. All staff were courteous - good facilities.
Bruce Fleming, Central Park Primary School, Photoshop - 2 Day Advanced
Very Informative and useful. Great insight into Photoshop and its commercial uses at work. Excellent location and trainer.
Shane O’Byrne, MEC Global, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
Our instructor put us at ease immediately and explained all course content very clearly and efficiently. He quickly realised what level we were at and adapted the content to suit.
Lynn McBean, Material MC, Photoshop - 1 Day Bespoke
Overall I feel the Photoshop course was great. The tutor was patient and had a great in depth knowledge on Photoshop. All in all I had a great day and I feel like I'm a more confident Photoshop user thanks to the trainer and XChange training.
Jonathan Ford, Bos Ltd, Adobe Photoshop - 1 Day Advanced
Considering I have never used Photoshop before I have come away with a brilliant set of new skills that will not only help in my current job but also going forward in my career. Our trainer was a positive, enthusiastic and patient course leader and I have thoroughly enjoyed my two days on the course.
Jourdan Kenny, Trendsetter Home Furnishings, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
The course was extremely useful and I really enjoyed it! The trainer was great and I hope to put it all into good practice.
Sarah Frandsen, Wimbledon Tennis Championships, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction
Photoshop CS6 Introduction 2 Days
Piccadilly Gardens, Central Manchester
Next available Manchester course dates


The trainer was great and had sound knowledge of Photoshop. He ensured that we were all happy with the content being covered.
Asad Chaudary, British Council, Photoshop - 2 Day Introduction