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Adobe Photoshop Made Easy

This course is designed for those interested in learning how to use Photoshop. Read more.

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9h 19m
Course Skill Level
Beginner
Time Estimate
9h 19m

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About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • This course is great for beginners who have never used Photoshop or have used it only a few times
  • This course is also good for intermediate/casual Photoshop users who want to learn new techniques and tools, and how to properly use Photoshop
  • Advanced users and experts who know a lot of the key topics won’t benefit much from this course

What you’ll learn: 

  • How to navigate Photoshop in a way that saves you time on larger projects
  • How to use the full range of Photoshop tools available to you
  • How to create new projects and set yourself up for the best experience
  • How to use the layer panel to create and edit layer masks with maximum efficiency and ease
  • How to create visually engaging and well-structured marketing content
  • How to edit, touch up, and manipulate images to get the perfect aesthetic
  • How to create professional-looking typography that blends seamlessly with your graphics
  • How to start and complete a Photoshop project and how to optimize every step along the way
  • How to create custom designs unique to your style and aesthetic
  • How to save files for any project, from social media infographics to printed content
  • How to create designs for different formats like apparel
  • Photoshop for web design
  • How to create visually compelling logos and brand identities
  • How to edit RAW and compressed image files

Requirements: 

  • Students should have a copy of Adobe Photoshop to follow along. We’ll be teaching using version CC (Creative Cloud), but any version will be fine.

Software version used in the course:

  • I’ll be teaching the course using the latest creative cloud version, but if you have a previous version (CS6, CS5, CS4, CS3), you can still learn to edit like a pro. This course is great for Mac and PC users.

Latest update – September 2022

Start using Adobe Photoshop CC to edit photos and design beautiful graphics today!

Whether you’re completely brand new to Adobe Photoshop or you’ve played around with it but want to get more comfortable with Adobe Photoshop, this course will be great for you.

Adobe Photoshop is the world’s #1 graphic design and photo editing application. This full course is the best way to learn how to use it.

Edit photos and design graphics the way you imagine them!

In this course, you’ll gain access to premium video lessons that break down the core concepts behind the most acclaimed image editing software anywhere. These lessons are designed for absolute beginners, and they’re comprehensive enough to leave you with a full understanding of each topic.

But your learning doesn’t have to be limited to graphic design theory. We believe in the power of being able to apply every skill you learn in a practical environment. That’s why this course also gives you access to downloadable files and assets to help you understand and explore everything you learn in a formal setting.

These lessons are detailed and project-based. This means you’ll get a chance to practice everything you learn and build your portfolio even as you’re getting to grips with Adobe Photoshop.

Download practice photos and Photoshop files. At the beginning of this course, you’ll download a folder of photos and project files so you can practice and learn!

What makes me qualified to teach you?

My name is Phil and I’ve been editing photos and graphics with Adobe Photoshop for over a decade. Plus I’m the creator of some of the world’s most popular online courses – with over 200,000 students and thousands of 5-star reviews like these ones:

Awesome course, easy to follow! – Tim Clark

Your course is amazing, so I can say that I am learning a lot. Your English is very easy to understand ( I’m from Brazil). Thanks for sharing your amazing knowledge. – Jerilson Duarte

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, your confidence as a photoshop user will soar.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Introduction To Photoshop
Introduction To The Course 00:00:00
Opening Photoshop For The First Time 00:00:00
Downloadable Course Resources 00:00:00
Section 2 - Photoshop Basics
Understand The Photoshop Interface 00:00:00
Customize Your Workspace And Panels 00:00:00
Create A New Photoshop File 00:00:00
Place Photos And Graphics In Your Project 00:00:00
Moving And Zooming Around A Project 00:00:00
Use Artboards In Your Photoshop Workflow 00:00:00
Section 3 - Understand The Layer Panel
What Is The Layer Panel? 00:00:00
Aligning Layers In Photoshop 00:00:00
Linking Layers 00:00:00
Keeping Your Layer Panel Organized 00:00:00
Adding Layer Styles And Adjustments 00:00:00
Using Layer Masks To Erase Parts Of An Image 00:00:00
Project: Photo Compositing Basics (Resizing And Placing Layers) 00:00:00
Project Solution: Photo Compositing Basics (Resizing And Placing Layers) 00:00:00
Section 4 - The Selection Tools
Intro To The Selection Tools And Removing Subjects From The Background 00:00:00
The Magic Wand And Object Selection Tools 00:00:00
Improving Edge Selections With The Refine Edge Tools 00:00:00
Selecting A Specific Color 00:00:00
Easily Remove Objects From A Photo With Content Aware Fill 00:00:00
Automatic Object Selections - Photoshop CC 2022 Update 00:00:00
Project: Abstract Art Graphic 00:00:00
Project Solution: Abstract Art Graphic 00:00:00
Section 5 - Editing Photos In Photoshop
Intro To Editing Photos In Photoshop 00:00:00
Adjusting Exposure (How Bright Or Dark Your Photo Is) 00:00:00
Adjusting Colors And Making Your Photos Pop 00:00:00
Cropping And Adjusting Photo Aspect Ratio 00:00:00
Basic Dodging And Burning 00:00:00
A Note About Editing Raw Images 00:00:00
Easy Sky Replacement In Photoshop (CC 2020 Update) 00:00:00
Section 6 - Shapes
Intro To The Wonderful World Of Shapes In Photoshop 00:00:00
Creating Custom Shapes With The Pen And Curvature Tools 00:00:00
Shape Tool Updates In CC 2021 - Rounded Corners, Custom Shapes, And More 00:00:00
Project: Create A Social Media Graphic 00:00:00
Project Solution: Create A Social Media Graphic 00:00:00
Easily Create Patterns With Pattern Preview (CC 2021 Update) 00:00:00
Section 7 - Titles And Text
How To Add Text To Your Projects 00:00:00
Warping Text 00:00:00
Making Text Follow A Line Or Shape 00:00:00
Project: Design A Poster With Just Text 00:00:00
Project Solution: Design A Poster With Just Text 00:00:00
Section 8 - Layer Styles
How To Add A Line (Stroke) Around Your Layers 00:00:00
Adding Glow To Your Layers 00:00:00
Adding Bevel And Emboss To Your Layers 00:00:00
More Layer Styles 00:00:00
Section 9 - Blend Modes
What Is A Blend Mode And How To Use Them? 00:00:00
Easily Remove A Black Or White Background With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Turn Your Coffee Cup Into An Ocean With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Create A Spotlight Effect With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Project: Design A Modern Graphic With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Project Solution: Design A Modern Graphic With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Section 10 - The Filter Gallery
Using Filters To Add Style To Your Photos And Graphics 00:00:00
Adjusting The Strength Of A Filter 00:00:00
Neural Filters Tutorial: Automatic Portrait Retouching In Photoshop 00:00:00
Landscape Mixer, Harmonization, Color Match - Neural Filter Updates In CC 2022 00:00:00
Section 11 - Retouching Photos In Photoshop
Intro To Retouching And How To Remove Blemishes In Photoshop 00:00:00
Smoothing Skin 00:00:00
Removing Bags Under The Eye 00:00:00
Professional Dodging And Burning To Enhance A Portrait 00:00:00
Enhancing Eye Color 00:00:00
Enhancing Lip Color 00:00:00
Using The Powerful Liquify Tool 00:00:00
Section 12 - Editing Raw Photos With Camera Raw
Intro To Editing With Camera Raw 00:00:00
Cropping Photos In Camera Raw 00:00:00
White Balance Adjustments 00:00:00
Proper Photo Editing Workflow 00:00:00
Exposure And Brightness Adjustments 00:00:00
Color And Saturation Adjustments 00:00:00
Sharpening And Noise Reduction 00:00:00
Tone Curve Adjustments 00:00:00
Effects Like Vignettes, Grain, And Dehaze 00:00:00
Saving Photos From Camera Raw 00:00:00
HSL And Grayscale Adjustments 00:00:00
Split Tone Edits 00:00:00
Lens Corrections 00:00:00
Spot Removal And Blemish Removal 00:00:00
Targeted Adjustments 00:00:00
Straighten And Transform Tools 00:00:00
Graduated, Radial And Brush Filters 00:00:00
Range Masks 00:00:00
Let's Put It Together - Full Portrait Edit 00:00:00
Let's Put It Together - Full Landscape Edit 00:00:00
Editing Together An HDR Photo 00:00:00
Section 13 - Adobe Library
Speed Up Your Workflow With The Adobe Library 00:00:00
Section 14 - Saving And Exporting
How To Save Your Photoshop Project And Export It For Any Purpose 00:00:00
Quickly Save JPEGS From Photoshop 00:00:00
Exporting Projects Using Artboards 00:00:00
Section 15 - Full Length Projects
Intro To These Additional Project Demonstrations 00:00:00
Project: Fantasy Adventure 00:00:00
Project: Badge Logo 00:00:00
Project: Galaxy Eye 00:00:00
Project: Infographic 00:00:00
Section 16 - Thank You
Thank You 00:00:00

About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • This course is great for beginners who have never used Photoshop or have used it only a few times
  • This course is also good for intermediate/casual Photoshop users who want to learn new techniques and tools, and how to properly use Photoshop
  • Advanced users and experts who know a lot of the key topics won’t benefit much from this course

What you’ll learn: 

  • How to navigate Photoshop in a way that saves you time on larger projects
  • How to use the full range of Photoshop tools available to you
  • How to create new projects and set yourself up for the best experience
  • How to use the layer panel to create and edit layer masks with maximum efficiency and ease
  • How to create visually engaging and well-structured marketing content
  • How to edit, touch up, and manipulate images to get the perfect aesthetic
  • How to create professional-looking typography that blends seamlessly with your graphics
  • How to start and complete a Photoshop project and how to optimize every step along the way
  • How to create custom designs unique to your style and aesthetic
  • How to save files for any project, from social media infographics to printed content
  • How to create designs for different formats like apparel
  • Photoshop for web design
  • How to create visually compelling logos and brand identities
  • How to edit RAW and compressed image files

Requirements: 

  • Students should have a copy of Adobe Photoshop to follow along. We’ll be teaching using version CC (Creative Cloud), but any version will be fine.

Software version used in the course:

  • I’ll be teaching the course using the latest creative cloud version, but if you have a previous version (CS6, CS5, CS4, CS3), you can still learn to edit like a pro. This course is great for Mac and PC users.

Latest update – September 2022

Start using Adobe Photoshop CC to edit photos and design beautiful graphics today!

Whether you’re completely brand new to Adobe Photoshop or you’ve played around with it but want to get more comfortable with Adobe Photoshop, this course will be great for you.

Adobe Photoshop is the world’s #1 graphic design and photo editing application. This full course is the best way to learn how to use it.

Edit photos and design graphics the way you imagine them!

In this course, you’ll gain access to premium video lessons that break down the core concepts behind the most acclaimed image editing software anywhere. These lessons are designed for absolute beginners, and they’re comprehensive enough to leave you with a full understanding of each topic.

But your learning doesn’t have to be limited to graphic design theory. We believe in the power of being able to apply every skill you learn in a practical environment. That’s why this course also gives you access to downloadable files and assets to help you understand and explore everything you learn in a formal setting.

These lessons are detailed and project-based. This means you’ll get a chance to practice everything you learn and build your portfolio even as you’re getting to grips with Adobe Photoshop.

Download practice photos and Photoshop files. At the beginning of this course, you’ll download a folder of photos and project files so you can practice and learn!

What makes me qualified to teach you?

My name is Phil and I’ve been editing photos and graphics with Adobe Photoshop for over a decade. Plus I’m the creator of some of the world’s most popular online courses – with over 200,000 students and thousands of 5-star reviews like these ones:

Awesome course, easy to follow! – Tim Clark

Your course is amazing, so I can say that I am learning a lot. Your English is very easy to understand ( I’m from Brazil). Thanks for sharing your amazing knowledge. – Jerilson Duarte

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, your confidence as a photoshop user will soar.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Introduction To Photoshop
Introduction To The Course 00:00:00
Opening Photoshop For The First Time 00:00:00
Downloadable Course Resources 00:00:00
Section 2 - Photoshop Basics
Understand The Photoshop Interface 00:00:00
Customize Your Workspace And Panels 00:00:00
Create A New Photoshop File 00:00:00
Place Photos And Graphics In Your Project 00:00:00
Moving And Zooming Around A Project 00:00:00
Use Artboards In Your Photoshop Workflow 00:00:00
Section 3 - Understand The Layer Panel
What Is The Layer Panel? 00:00:00
Aligning Layers In Photoshop 00:00:00
Linking Layers 00:00:00
Keeping Your Layer Panel Organized 00:00:00
Adding Layer Styles And Adjustments 00:00:00
Using Layer Masks To Erase Parts Of An Image 00:00:00
Project: Photo Compositing Basics (Resizing And Placing Layers) 00:00:00
Project Solution: Photo Compositing Basics (Resizing And Placing Layers) 00:00:00
Section 4 - The Selection Tools
Intro To The Selection Tools And Removing Subjects From The Background 00:00:00
The Magic Wand And Object Selection Tools 00:00:00
Improving Edge Selections With The Refine Edge Tools 00:00:00
Selecting A Specific Color 00:00:00
Easily Remove Objects From A Photo With Content Aware Fill 00:00:00
Automatic Object Selections - Photoshop CC 2022 Update 00:00:00
Project: Abstract Art Graphic 00:00:00
Project Solution: Abstract Art Graphic 00:00:00
Section 5 - Editing Photos In Photoshop
Intro To Editing Photos In Photoshop 00:00:00
Adjusting Exposure (How Bright Or Dark Your Photo Is) 00:00:00
Adjusting Colors And Making Your Photos Pop 00:00:00
Cropping And Adjusting Photo Aspect Ratio 00:00:00
Basic Dodging And Burning 00:00:00
A Note About Editing Raw Images 00:00:00
Easy Sky Replacement In Photoshop (CC 2020 Update) 00:00:00
Section 6 - Shapes
Intro To The Wonderful World Of Shapes In Photoshop 00:00:00
Creating Custom Shapes With The Pen And Curvature Tools 00:00:00
Shape Tool Updates In CC 2021 - Rounded Corners, Custom Shapes, And More 00:00:00
Project: Create A Social Media Graphic 00:00:00
Project Solution: Create A Social Media Graphic 00:00:00
Easily Create Patterns With Pattern Preview (CC 2021 Update) 00:00:00
Section 7 - Titles And Text
How To Add Text To Your Projects 00:00:00
Warping Text 00:00:00
Making Text Follow A Line Or Shape 00:00:00
Project: Design A Poster With Just Text 00:00:00
Project Solution: Design A Poster With Just Text 00:00:00
Section 8 - Layer Styles
How To Add A Line (Stroke) Around Your Layers 00:00:00
Adding Glow To Your Layers 00:00:00
Adding Bevel And Emboss To Your Layers 00:00:00
More Layer Styles 00:00:00
Section 9 - Blend Modes
What Is A Blend Mode And How To Use Them? 00:00:00
Easily Remove A Black Or White Background With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Turn Your Coffee Cup Into An Ocean With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Create A Spotlight Effect With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Project: Design A Modern Graphic With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Project Solution: Design A Modern Graphic With Blend Modes 00:00:00
Section 10 - The Filter Gallery
Using Filters To Add Style To Your Photos And Graphics 00:00:00
Adjusting The Strength Of A Filter 00:00:00
Neural Filters Tutorial: Automatic Portrait Retouching In Photoshop 00:00:00
Landscape Mixer, Harmonization, Color Match - Neural Filter Updates In CC 2022 00:00:00
Section 11 - Retouching Photos In Photoshop
Intro To Retouching And How To Remove Blemishes In Photoshop 00:00:00
Smoothing Skin 00:00:00
Removing Bags Under The Eye 00:00:00
Professional Dodging And Burning To Enhance A Portrait 00:00:00
Enhancing Eye Color 00:00:00
Enhancing Lip Color 00:00:00
Using The Powerful Liquify Tool 00:00:00
Section 12 - Editing Raw Photos With Camera Raw
Intro To Editing With Camera Raw 00:00:00
Cropping Photos In Camera Raw 00:00:00
White Balance Adjustments 00:00:00
Proper Photo Editing Workflow 00:00:00
Exposure And Brightness Adjustments 00:00:00
Color And Saturation Adjustments 00:00:00
Sharpening And Noise Reduction 00:00:00
Tone Curve Adjustments 00:00:00
Effects Like Vignettes, Grain, And Dehaze 00:00:00
Saving Photos From Camera Raw 00:00:00
HSL And Grayscale Adjustments 00:00:00
Split Tone Edits 00:00:00
Lens Corrections 00:00:00
Spot Removal And Blemish Removal 00:00:00
Targeted Adjustments 00:00:00
Straighten And Transform Tools 00:00:00
Graduated, Radial And Brush Filters 00:00:00
Range Masks 00:00:00
Let's Put It Together - Full Portrait Edit 00:00:00
Let's Put It Together - Full Landscape Edit 00:00:00
Editing Together An HDR Photo 00:00:00
Section 13 - Adobe Library
Speed Up Your Workflow With The Adobe Library 00:00:00
Section 14 - Saving And Exporting
How To Save Your Photoshop Project And Export It For Any Purpose 00:00:00
Quickly Save JPEGS From Photoshop 00:00:00
Exporting Projects Using Artboards 00:00:00
Section 15 - Full Length Projects
Intro To These Additional Project Demonstrations 00:00:00
Project: Fantasy Adventure 00:00:00
Project: Badge Logo 00:00:00
Project: Galaxy Eye 00:00:00
Project: Infographic 00:00:00
Section 16 - Thank You
Thank You 00:00:00

Course Review

5.0

5.0
2 Ratings
  1. Anonymous

    Well put together and full of knowledge

    5.0

    I was an absolute beginner at Photoshop and now I am a lot more confident in my skills. This course is perfect for people like me who have little to no knowledge of Photoshop. Phil does an amazing job explaining all the tools and steps to create amazing images and photographs.

  2. Anonymous
    DAVID VELÁSQUEZ May 21, 2022 at 20:01 PM

    GREETINGS AND BLESSINGS... FROM THE AMERICA´S HEART!!! EL SALVADOR!!!

    5.0

    GOOD JOB!
    IT IS AN EASY, INTERESTING AND SPECIFIC COURSE ABOUT PHOTOSHOP.
    IT IS A USEFUL COURSE TO LEARN THE BASICS.

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