Advanced Adobe Photoshop Techniques

There is always a better way to edit in Adobe® Photoshop® – learn new, advanced techniques from expert instructor Dave Cross and develop a faster, more effective post-production process.

In Advanced Adobe Photoshop Techniques, Dave will introduce you to a wealth of little-known and under-utilized techniques that you can use to make your photographs really pop. You’ll learn new ways to work with:

• Layers and masks
• Composites
• Type
• Camera Raw
• Color grading

Dave will show you how to speed up your work with luminosity masks and how to be more creative using the Blend If sliders. You’ll see how non-destructive methods – including smart objects, adjustment layers, vector shapes, and smart filters – can boost both productivity and creativity. You’ll also get lots of great tips on automating your work.

Open up a world of creative possibilities – join Dave Cross for Advanced Adobe® Photoshop® Techniques.

Software Used: Adobe Photoshop CC 2014

• Keyboard Shortcuts Part 1
• Keyboard Shortcuts Part 2
• Tips for Retouching and Text Wrap
• Tool Presets and Actions
• Blend Modes
• Layer Styles
• Smart Objects Part 1
• Smart Objects Part 2
• Smart Objects Part 3
• Introduction to Masking
• Creating Masks with Channels
• Luminosity Masks
• More Masking Options
• Adobe Camera Raw and Hidden Tricks
• Adobe Camera Raw Smart Objects and Using Adobe® Camera Raw
• Compositing Headshots
• Compositing Full Body
• Removing Color Casts
• Color Grading
• Color LUT
• Adobe Library and Apps
• Content Aware, Free Transform and Puppet Warp
• Typography and Creative Borders
• Fantasy Characters Composite
• Custom Workspace and Additional Tips