PHO 102B - Digital Photographic Imaging I

Credits: 3

Description
Introduction to basic digital image manipulation via layers, layer masks, color correction, and retouching. Scans of film and prints along with digital captures will be used. Students must be familiar with computer navigation, and saving files to portable hard drives and various disks. Students are encouraged to take this class simultaneously with PHO 101.

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Adobe Photoshop
Demonstrate basic understanding of Adobe Photoshop’s major functions.
Demonstrate proficient use of panels, brushes, selection tools, and blending modes.
Demonstrate control of images size, bit depth, color mode, file format, and resolution with regards to final image usage.
Demonstrate proper use of layers and layer masks
Demonstrate proper use of image adjustment layers, curves, and levels.
Demonstrate appropriate critical thinking, problem solving and decision making for the creation of digital imagery.
Create a personal workflow for digital image creation, manipulation, storage, and printing.

Prerequisite: None