Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Beginner's Photoshop

Learn about the potential and possibilities available to you when using Photoshop, and develop some practical skill and knowledge.

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Key course information

Dates
17/09/10 - 22/10/10

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
6 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £172
Senior fee: £126
Concession: £100

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VG268

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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visualarts@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2700

Course outline

What is the course about?

The course will provide an introduction to image manipulation with Photoshop. Basic skills will be covered, working towards a greater understanding of the main features of the program.

What topics will we cover?

- Introduction to the Photoshop environment and tools
- Image editing
- Retouching photographs
- Applying colour adjustments
- Working with layers
- Applying layer styles and filter effects
- Saving and file formats
- Scanning images
- Creating Collages.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Edit and manipulate digital images
- Work with a variety of tools on localised areas of an image
- Apply special effects using filters and layer styles
- Save for print and web output
- Scan photographs and printed images into Photoshop.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

No prior knowledge of Photoshop is required; but students should possess a good understanding of using a computer for word-processing.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course structure consists of practical activities, discussions and demonstrations. One to one guidance and support will be given throughout.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

It is not necessary to purchase any books or materials although a booklist is provided in class so that you can support what you practice in class if you wish to do so.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Your tutor will give you feedback both individually and through group discussion.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 201 of the 10-11 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

A more advanced Photoshop course or other digital design course (i.e. InDesign, Illustrator) at the City Lit. See the programme guide for further details.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
17/09/10 to 22/10/10	Fri	14:00 - 17:00	6 weeks	£172	£126	£100	VG268	Available	» Select
29/10/10 to 03/12/10	Fri	18:00 - 21:00	6 weeks	£176	£176	£112	VG269	Available	» Select
20/11/10 to 18/12/10	Sat	14:00 - 17:00	5 weeks	£176	£176	£112	VG337	Available	» Select
14/01/11 to 18/02/11	Fri	14:00 - 17:00	6 weeks	£172	£126	£100	VG270	Available	» Select
14/01/11 to 18/02/11	Fri	18:00 - 21:00	6 weeks	£176	£176	£112	VG271	Available	» Select
29/04/11 to 03/06/11	Fri	14:00 - 17:00	6 weeks	£172	£126	£100	VG272	Available	» Select
29/04/11 to 03/06/11	Fri	18:00 - 21:00	6 weeks	£176	£176	£112	VG273	Available	» Select
10/07/10 to 31/07/10	Sat	14:00 - 17:00	4 weeks	£144	£144	£96	VG341	Finished	» Select

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