Photoshop Training: Complete 4-day course
Photoshop Training: Complete 4-day course
Doussou Formation offers a comprehensive training program to help you master the fundamentals of image editing and graphic design with Adobe Photoshop.
Designed for beginners or self-taught users looking to structure their knowledge, this training will guide you through:
- Getting familiar with the Photoshop interface
- Using selection, drawing, and retouching tools
- Managing layers to build complex compositions
- Basic photo retouching and applying creative filters and effects
- Exporting visuals optimized for print or web
Hands-on workshops throughout the course will allow you to apply your newly acquired skills by creating patterns, simple animations, and ready-to-use visuals.
By the end of this training, you’ll be able to turn your ideas into professional, impactful, and high-quality visuals.
Introduction to Photoshop
- History and evolution of the software
- Getting started with the interface
- Overview of key features
- Customizing and managing workspaces
- Introduction to Mini-Bridge
Mastering the Essentials
- Understanding resolution and image definition
- Difference between image size and canvas size
- Introduction to essential tools: selection, text, hand, zoom, etc.
- Overview of palettes: shapes, layers, colors, paths…
- Understanding CMYK vs. RGB color modes
- Separation modes: print, video, spot color, duotone…
- Using web-safe color palettes
Image Adjustment and Optimization
- Using the adjustments panel
- Sharpening and correcting curves and levels
- Adjusting brightness, contrast, and saturation
- Enhancing shadows and highlights
- Applying transformations: scale, rotate, flip, warp…
Working with Layers
- Understanding different types of layers
- Organizing, managing, and merging layers
- Using transparency and blend modes
- Applying adjustment, fill, and text layers
- Creating and managing layer masks
Selection Tools and Techniques
- Selection tools: Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand, etc.
- Creating, saving, and transforming selections
- Using options: feathering, quick mask mode, color range
- Applying gradients, swatches, styles, Pantone…
- Hands-on workshop: creating a pattern
Vector Graphics in Photoshop
- Working with vector shapes
- Using the Pen tool and Bézier curves
- Managing anchor points
- Performing precise cut-outs
Exporting Your Work
- Saving files for print
- Optimizing and exporting for the web
Color Management
- Adjusting and applying colors
- Using the Gradient tool
Paths and Dynamic Shapes
- Handling multiple selections
- Advanced shape properties: rounding and dynamic behavior
Advanced Photo Retouching
- Using the adjustments panel and histogram
- Targeted corrections: shadows, midtones, highlights
- Advanced tools: lens correction, blur effects, perspective
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Prerequisites:
- Be comfortable using your computer environment, whether on macOS or Windows.
Objectives:
- Learn how to navigate efficiently through the Photoshop interface and understand its historical evolution
- Master the software’s fundamental tools and key concepts such as image resolution and dimensions
- Use layers, masks, and blending modes to build complex visual compositions
- Perform advanced adjustments including sharpening, curves, levels, and localized corrections
- Create precise selections and work with vector shapes for a professional-quality result
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Pricing
Practical information
- Duration: 4 day(s)
- Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (2 coffee breaks + 1-hour lunch)
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Format:
- Online (live virtual classroom)
- Or in person, depending on availability
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Why Choose This Photoshop – Beginner Training?
Whether you're a beginner, a self-taught creative, or undergoing a career change, this training is designed to provide you with strong, practical foundations in visual creation.
Through a structured and progressive approach that combines theory, live demonstrations, and hands-on exercises, you will learn to master Photoshop’s essential tools, understand the fundamentals of photo editing, and create impactful visuals tailored for both web and print.
With guidance from our experienced instructors, you’ll gain efficiency, independence, and confidence to bring your personal or professional creative projects to life.
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« Je tiens à vous remercier tous les deux d’avoir offert à mes ressources une excellente formation COBOL au cours des trois derniers jours.
Mamadou, merci d’avoir été si accommodant malgré le court préavis et d’avoir envoyé votre formateur à Gatineau pour ce cours personnalisé.
Nous avons hâte de poursuivre notre collaboration pour de futurs besoins de formation. »
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“I want to thank you both for providing my resources with excellent COBOL training over the past 3 days. Mamadou, thank you for being so accommodating on such short notice and for sending your facilitator to Gatineau for this customized and personalized training course. We look forward to continuing our partnership for future training needs.”
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as we needed a report that matched the original graphic design. He helped us break the project down into cycles and integrate the report
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is knowledgeable in many other technologies. Thank you.”
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