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Adobe Photoshop CS2 (Part Two): Selection Techniques and Layer Creation
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  Presented by Fall Short Course Registration
   
  Juhong (Christie) Liu
   
  Workshop Description  
   
  Continuing where Adobe Photoshop CS2 (Part One) left off, this short course will begin with an overview of the selection techniques that make it possible to manipulate a specific section of a digital image. Participants will learn how to move/transform a selection, add specific touches to an image, and apply filters to achieve special effects. Emphasis will also be placed upon selection techniques and managing/creating multiple layers. Participants will be provided with sample images, and hands-on opportunities to explore the functionality of the aforementioned tools will be an integral attribute of this session.

Workshop Assumptions:
1. Participants have needs to work with layers of digital images.
2. Participants have prior experience with desktop computers.
3. Participants have prior experience with Photoshop.

Workshop Objectives:
1. Explore various selection techniques.
2. Discuss key imaging topics, including layers, effects, and styles.
3. Discuss design issues as they relate to images and art work on-line.
4. Provide opportunities for participants to edit their images using Adobe Photoshop CS.

Instructional Outcomes:
1. Participants will have an understanding of the potential selection tools and techniques of Photoshop CS.
2. Participants will have a basic understanding of layer style s using Adobe Photoshop CS.
3. Participants will be able to use filter manipulating effects.
4. Participants will be able to create and work with multiple layers.
   
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  Instructional Content and Learning Activities
   
  Photoshop CS 2 Part II Presentation (PDF)
Photoshop CS 2 Part II Presentation Handout (PDF)
Photoshop CS 2 Tools & Workspace (PDF)
Comparison between Photoshop CS and Elements (PDF)

Practice Files:
• Layer Practice: File 1, File 2
• Color Retouching Practice File
• Action Recording Practice File: File 1, File 2, File 3, File 4

Element K Tutorials:
Adobe® Photoshop CS2: Working with Images
Adobe® Photoshop CS2: Using Advanced Image Enhancement Techniques
Adobe® Photoshop CS2: Working with Layers and Selections
   
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  Related Links
 
   
  Tutorials from Photoshop support

Adobe Photoshop CS2 Classroom in a Book

Selected Chapters from the Adobe Photoshop CS2 Classroom in a Book

Correcting and Enhancing Digital Photos (PDF)

Typographic Design (PDF)

Animating GIF Images for the Web (PDF)

Safari Online Technology Books at VT Newman Library:
The Photoshop CS2® Book for Digital Photographers
Adobe® Photoshop® CS2 Studio Techniques
 
 
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