Last Updated: 5/17/2012
Downloads, Videos, and Resources for
Practical Photoshop CS5, Level 2
Printing
Enrolled students may print one copy of each tutorial for their own use. You may not print any course materials in one of the SRJC labs. For those of you who do not have access to a printer, there are pay to print facilities on both the Santa Rosa and Petaluma campuses.
Tutorials
Here are the first few tutorials in PDF format, because of the delay getting the books to the bookstore. There are now books in both the Petaluma and Santa Rosa bookstores and there is also a use-in-lab book in the open lab on the second floor of Maggini.
You can also order your book online at: http://bookstore.santarosa.edu/santarosa/SelectTermDept.aspx
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| PP2_tut1-2.pdf 2.7 MB |
Tutorials 1-2 | 1-13-2012 |
| ch03.pdf | Tutorial 3 | 1-25-2012 |
| ch04.pdf | Tutorial 4 | 2-11-2012 |
Images for Guided Exercises
Once the zip file downloads, double click on the downloaded file to expand it into a folder of exercise images. the images are organized into sub-folders by tutorial number.
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| student-images.zip 75+ MB |
Zipped images for all tutorials | 1-13-12 |
Videos
The videos are in QuickTime (mov) format. You will have better control if you download them first and then view them in the QuickTime player where you can adjust volume and make the viewing window larger if desired. QuickTime is part of the Mac operating system; Windows users can download the most recent version here: http://support.apple.com/kb/dl837
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| 1 | Tutorial 1: Getting StartedSave for Web and Devices Review |
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ResourcesThe Save for Web & Devices Dialog Box Save for Web (& Devices), Deke McClelland |
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| 2 | Tutorial 2: Mini Bridge & Camera RawCamera Raw First Example White Balance Example |
1-23-121-24-12 |
ResourcesMini BridgeAdobe TV Tutorial to see Mini Bridge in action Mini Bridge Tutorial by By Steve Patterson Adobe's Mini Bridge Help pages Camera RawCamera Raw: from Adobe Evangelists Julianne Kost & Daniel Brown http://www.jkost.com/pdf/photoshop/cs2/AdobeCameraRaw.pdf Read more about Camera Raw and download the converter for free http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop/extend.html Matt Kloskowsk's Photoshop CS4 Adjustment Brush Tutorial How to use Camera Raw with JPEGs Considerable Raw information from Deke McClelland, on an earlier version, but still useful http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-photoshop-cs4/getting-started-07-developing-raw-photographs/ Brightness vs. Exposure, from Matt K: http://tiny.cc/jnMf2b |
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| 3 | Tutorial 3: Masks |
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ResourcesRefine EdgeBoth these Refine Edge videos make more complex selections than our simple glass circle. Adobe Help on Refine Edge How to Use Refine Edge: Nice video on selecting rough edges with Refine Edge http://infiniteskills.com/blog/2011/03/adobe-photoshop-cs5-tutorial-how-to-use-refine-edge Deke McClelland on Refine Edge with CS5
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| 4 | Tutorial 4: Type Layers & Type MasksTutorial 4: Formatting Point Text
After completing that video, I decided to rearrange the type layers. I think they look better in this version. Tutorial 4: The Type Mask Tool 2 (from last semester) Tutorial 4: Formatting Paragraph Text Tutorial 4: Smart Objects & Smart Filters Download files used for these videos: wk4-type_examples.zip Tutorial 4: Type Mask 2 ( addresses problems some of you were having with the Type Mask Tool) |
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ResourcesA Guide to Type in Photoshop: http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/a-complete-guide-to-type-in-photoshop-tutorial 50 Stunning Type Tutorials from Smashing magazinehttp://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/03/04/50-stunning-photoshop-text-effect-tutorials. Many of these tutorials go way beyond what we have covered here. Watch and Learn Warping Texthttp://tutorials.watchandlearnphotoshop.com/tutorials/ps/warp_text.html |
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| 5 | Tutorial 5: Masking LayersGuided Exercise 5.1, Combine two images with masking, Part 1 Guided Exercise 5.2 Make a type layer with a filtered pixel mask Guided Exercise 5.6 Make a Collage of Layers inside a Clipping Mask Gradient Masks adapted from GE 5.3. Guided Exercise 5.6 redo, using Mini Bridge and Smart Objects |
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ResourcesMasking BasicsUnveiling Photoshop Masks provides nice examples for pixel and vector masks. (We know, we haven't covered vector masks yet.) Differentiating Layer Masks and Clipping MasksGetting to Know Layer Masks and Clipping Masks in Photoshop Never erase again - Using layer masks Photoshop Masks video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fawg_ssr6jM Clipping Masks (AKA Clipping Mask Groups)PHOTOSHOP TUTORIAL USING CLIPPING MASKS - Nate Bell Mask layers with clipping masks (Adobe Help, CS4 but still relevant) Simple Clipping Mask Examples from Elated.com: http://www.elated.com/articles/creating-and-using-photoshops-clipping-masks YouTube Video from Ken (starts with an advertisement from him): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1v4L6FEzxko |
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| 6 | Tutorial 6: Image EvaluationFor these videos, I am using other images than the ones in the book to give you more experience in evaluating images. Using the Color Sampler Tool to identify a color cast Original files used for these videos: tut06-examples.zip Tutorial 7: Color TheoryRecorded in class, sound is low. You may need to max your computer volume to hear well. These videos are longer than most. |
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ResourcesHistogramUnderstanding the Histogram - Photoshop CS5 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUaE-C1RkiE How to read an Image Histogram in Photoshop: http://www.photoshopessentials.com/photo-editing/histogram Info PanelPhotoshop Tutorial - Info Panel includes Info panel tricks not covered in this tutorial. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3b1YUia1eDc Adobe Help on the Info Panel: http://tiny.cc/uducd Color Sampler ToolHow To Use The Color Sampler Tool In Adobe Photoshop http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWirLZ2BQEg&feature=related |
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| 7 | Tutorial 8: Adjusting Tones & ColorsAssignment descriptions for weeks 7-8: recorded in class. You may need to turn up your volume. Using the Set Point Eyedroppers Removing the Color Cast from the Blue Woman Using Layer Masks with Adjustments Comparing the Levels and the Curves adjustments Curves Adjustment Notes: very primitive PDF Practice Images: tut08-extras.zip |
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ResourcesAdjustments panelPhotoshop CS5 Tutorial The Adjustments Panel Adobe Training Lesson 10.3http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BTOUFu2VJE Adobe Help on the Adjustments Panel: http://tiny.cc/z1ba7 Adjustment LayersIntroduction to Adjustment Layers: http://tv.adobe.com/watch/learn-photoshop-cs5/gs05-introduction-to-adjustment-layers Michael Ninness LevelsPhotoshop CS5 for Beginners - #13. Using Levels Scott Kelby: How to Use the Levels Command in Photoshop CS5 Fix Tone and Color with Levels In Photoshop |
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| 8 | Review + MidTerm Projects + ExamReview 1: further discussion of image key, with examples from student-submitted images. (27 minutes Review 2: some Camera Raw + instructor-restored images to inspire you for the second half of the class and to encourage you to continue on with the Fixing Photoshop Images taught by Donald Laird this fall. (17 minutes) More image restorations, with examples of layer masks and clipping masks. (14 minutes) Masking review (19 minutes) Forum questions including masking, type, and smart objects. Exposure vs. Brightness in Camera Raw video: Brightness vs. Exposure, from Matt K: http://tiny.cc/jnMf2b |
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| 9 | Tutorial 9: Touching Up PhotographsPart 1: reviewing assignments for weeks 8 and 9 + copyright/fair use discussion Part 2: overview of Image Restoration module + scanning demonstation and discussion Part 3: Clone Stamp and Touch Up Tools files for class: week9.zip (only used for the hands-on in person class, which I could not record) |
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ResourcesNot all of these tutorials are on CS5, but I reviewed each one to be sure it is relevant. Clone Stamp ToolHow to use the Clone Stamp Tool in Photoshop by Madalin Tudose: http://www.ourtuts.com/how-to-use-the-clone-stamp-tool-in-photoshop Healing Brush and Spot Healing Brush ToolsRemoving Skin Blemishes With The Spot Healing Brush Photoshop CS5 - Healing Brush Tool Master Spot Healing with Content Aware: good techniques. The Patch ToolDe-Aging in Photoshop: well-done |
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| 10 | Tutorial 10: Adjusting Tone, Color, & FocusTutorial 10 files used in class videos Upcoming Assignments (summarized on the Assignment page) Grayscale example with Curves adjustment and toning tools Color example: dodge, burn, sponge with type Focus tools + History Brush: the twins & the graduate Camera Raw Details tab to both sharpen the overall image and to reduce noise, especially digital noise. Also demonstrates problems with the Blue channel |
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ResourcesNot all of these tutorials are on CS5, but we reviewed each to be sure it is relevant. Dodge, Burn and Sponge ToolsTeeth whitening with the Dodge and Sponge tools - Photoshop CS5http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrC1xbqeYJ0 Dodging midtones and shadows: Photoshop CS5 One-on-One Multiple ToolsPhotoshop: Healing Brushes: excellent video tutorial 10 Min Photoshop Facelift: How To Remove 30 years with CS4 Ultimate Guide to Healing in Photoshop http://tiny.cc/mr3c6 SharpeningAdvanced Sharpening - Dr. Russell Brown |
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| 11 | Tutorial 11:
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ResourcesRGB to Grayscale ConversionJeff Schewe: Color to Grayscale in Photoshop Photoshop RGB to Black & White: Which Images Should You Convert? http://thediscerningphotographer.com/2010/07/15/photoshop-rgb-to-Grayscale/ Seven Black and White Photoshop Conversion Techniques Channel Mixer Adjustment Layer
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| 12 | Tutorial 12: Case Studies |
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ResourcesTransfer images from iPhone or iPad How to replace a head using a donor image For fun: Celebrity Face Swaps in Photoshop Remove and replace heads in Photoshop Also amusing, but with nice techniques Here is another one, recommended by one of our students. It's a bit racy: http://tinyurl.com/6tzegl8 And, if you have time on your hands and want some amusement, google " |
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| 13 | Tutorial 13: Vectors & ShapesWhat's due + Get Photos from Camera demonstration in Adobe Bridge Fill Layers: a few times in this tutorial I say Shape Layer when I mean Fill Layer. Sorry. Guides, Grids, and Beginning Shape Layers Geometry Options for the Rectangle tool Set up a document with the grid and guides Make the Shape Gallery (place documents with MiniBridge) |
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ResourcesGrids and Guides
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| 14 | Tutorial 14: FiltersThe Diner with Smart Filters (not in the book) Water Background from scratch + Smart Filter on type |
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ResourcesAdobe Help
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| Bonus | Guest Lecture Class: bonus materialDan Johnson from AJ Printing (his printing company printed our textbook in digital color) gave a very informative session on color printing. It was a joint class with Cyndi Reese's Advanced InDesign class. The webcast recorded by Cyndi Reese can be viewed at:
Dan's PDF slideshow can be viewed at: |
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| 16 | Tutorial 15: Web GraphicsBig Project setup, with quick explanation of CMYK color Web file formats: JPEG vs. GIF Web file formats: PNG Setup to view web graphics in browsers |
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| 17 | What's due wrap-upTutorial 16: Archival & Print File FormatsTutorial 17: Actions & Batch Processing |
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If you get a dialog box asking to store information on your computer, clidk OK so that the video will first download and then play. The beginning of the video doesn't have much happening, as it is just the beginning of the session.