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Description: Adobe Photoshop has become a household name these days. Editing photos has never been easier thanks to this beautiful piece of software. Well thanks to this Adobe Photoshop CS3 for Beginners course, you can now master the software as well. This course is designed to help you learn Photoshop in an easy to understand manner. As the name suggests, this course will help you develop a strong foundation within this community. This course will help you get familiar with the different tools and provide plenty of examples along the way. So get this course immediately and build a strong foundation in Adobe Photoshop CS3 for Beginners. Learning Outcomes: Introduction to Photoshop CS3, new features, starting the program, workspace overview and exiting the program On screen options like the Menu Bar, Toolbox, Palettes, and The Status Bar Opening, creating, saving files, also find out about different file formats and how to view file info Customize the Toolbox and Palettes, choose a screen mode and save your workspace Using help menu, help, how to and online help Learn the toolbox through selection, crop and slice, retouching, painting and other types of tools Save, access and delete presets, along with using the preset palette Explore different palette options like navigator and info palettes and more View rulers, set up guides, view the grid, and set snap options Print your pictures through page setup, print command, print dialogue box, and printing single copies Understand pixels, bitmap and vector images, find out pixel information with info palette and basic anatomy of images Understand Image Resolution, change image size through pixels, image resampling, using auto resolution, dimension constraints, and changing the image document size Understand, flip and rotate canvas; and further work with canvas size, colour, and anchor point RGB and CMYK colours, colour setting and modes Using colour palette, ramp, picker and swatches Select complete images; use marquee, lasso, quick selection and refine edge tool; magic wand; and selection through colour range Add or subtract from selection, modify selections through moving, rotating, resizing, scaling, inverting, skewing and feathering options Save selected regions, cut, copy, paste, delete selections along with deselect and history palette Crop and trim images, adjust exposure, and convert to black and white Use basic editing tools like undo, redo, clear, duplicate and place Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit for an online MCQ test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately. You will instantly know whether you have been successful or not. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Adobe Photoshop CS3 for Beginners is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Adobe Photoshop CS3 for Beginners is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Getting Started Introduction 00:15:00 The Photoshop CS3 Screen 00:15:00 File Management Basics 00:30:00 Modifying Your Photoshop Layout 00:30:00 Getting Help 00:30:00 Exploring Photoshop Introduction to the Photoshop Toolbox 01:00:00 Using Tool Presets 00:15:00 Introduction to the Photoshop Palettes 00:30:00 Getting Started 00:15:00 Printing your Image 00:15:00 Images and Color Understanding Digital Images 00:30:00 Image Size and Resolution 01:00:00 Working with Your Canvas 00:30:00 Working with Color 01:00:00 Working with Color Tools 00:30:00 Image Basics Making Selections 01:00:00 Manipulating Selections 01:00:00 Editing with Selections 00:15:00 Adjusting Your Image 00:30:00 Basic Editing Tools 00:15:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Adobe Photoshop CS3 for Beginners 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Adobe Photoshop CS3 for Beginners 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Description Learn the advanced functions of Adobe Photoshop CC to create and enhance your images, photos, artwork, and other graphical works with the Adobe Photoshop CC Advanced for Photography course. The course teaches you the techniques of processing RAW format, and the strategies of using white balance, exposure, and colour and clarity. You will learn how to work with various tools to create and edit graphical works. The course shows you the procedures of working with Adobe Camera RAW, creating Image adjustments and the ways of setting preference along with the techniques of updating and resetting images. You will be acquainted with the advanced exposure setting, and sharpening that will help you to create a grayscale image. The course also focuses on the essential plugins and guides you how to discover various plugins for Photoshop. Additionally, you will know how to manage correction and effects and explore workflows. To recapitulate, the course will take your knowledge of Adobe Photoshop CC to the next and advanced level. Assessment: This course does not involve any MCQ test. Students need to answer assignment questions to complete the course, the answers will be in the form of written work in pdf or word. Students can write the answers in their own time. Once the answers are submitted, the instructor will check and assess the work. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Adobe Photoshop CC Advanced for Photography is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Adobe Photoshop CC Advanced for Photography is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Introduction Introduction FREE 00:03:00 Processing Raw Images What is the RAW Format 00:04:00 Understanding White Balance 00:05:00 Setting Exposure 00:07:00 Working with Color and Clarity 00:03:00 Working with Adobe Camera Raw Updating Adobe Camera Raw 00:01:00 Using the Before and After Views 00:05:00 Resetting the Sliders 00:01:00 Understanding the Workflow Options 00:04:00 Setting the Camera Raw Preferences 00:03:00 Working with the Tools Understanding the White Board Tool 00:03:00 Using the Color Sampler 00:01:00 Working with the Targeted Adjustment Tool 00:02:00 Cropping Images 00:03:00 Applying Straightening 00:01:00 Using the Spot Removal Tool 00:05:00 Applying the Red Eye Tool 00:03:00 Understanding the Adjustment Brush 00:04:00 Using the Graduated Filter 00:02:00 Applying the Radial Filter 00:02:00 Rotating Images 00:01:00 Using Advanced Exposure Settings and Sharpening Using Curves 00:03:00 Understanding Sharpening and Noise 00:03:00 Creating Grayscale Images 00:03:00 Using Split Toning 00:03:00 Managing Corrections and Effects Enabling Lens Profiles 00:03:00 Using Effects 00:02:00 Adding Grain 00:02:00 Applying Post Crop Vignette 00:02:00 Using Camera Calibration 00:03:00 Saving Presets 00:02:00 Applying Snapshots 00:02:00 Creating Image Adjustments Using Adjustment Layers 00:02:00 Painting Layer Masks 00:05:00 Discovering Plugins for Photoshop What are Plugins 00:04:00 Using the Nik Collection 00:08:00 Using HDR Pro Effex 00:06:00 Using On1 Effects 00:04:00 Exploring Workflows Introudcing the Workshop Videos 00:04:00 Processing a Landscape Image 00:13:00 Processing a Macro Image 00:09:00 Processing a City 00:11:00 Conclusion Course Recap 00:02:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

Overview Step into the vibrant world of animation with the 'Animator Training: Animate in Photoshop' course. Discover how to transform your static designs into lively, interactive graphics seamlessly within Photoshop. This course is not just about understanding the tools; it's an artistic journey that delves into the varied animation techniques, ensuring that you master the craft with finesse. Moreover, in today's digital age, the power of animated gifs cannot be overlooked. Learn how to create mesmerising gifs that can captivate your audience, whether on your website or social media pages. By the end of this course, you'll possess the proficiency to animate with confidence and creativity using Photoshop. Learning Outcomes: Understand the essential tools and resources required to animate within Photoshop. Master diverse animation techniques specific to Photoshop. Produce animated gifs optimised for website integration and social media engagement. Acquire the ability to turn static designs into animated visuals effectively. Gain knowledge in best practices for using animations in digital mediums. Why buy this Animator Training: Animate in Photoshop? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the Animator Training: Animate in Photoshop there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this Animator Training: Animate in Photoshop course for? Individuals aspiring to become animators using Photoshop. Graphic designers eager to expand their skillset into the animation realm. Web developers looking to integrate animated elements into their projects. Social media managers desiring to amplify their content with animated gifs. Bloggers and content creators aiming to enhance their visual storytelling. Prerequisites  This Animator Training: Animate in Photoshop does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Animator Training: Animate in Photoshop was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path Animator in Photoshop: Average salary range: £25,000 - £40,000 Per Annum Graphic Designer with Animation Speciality: Average salary range: £23,000 - £35,000 Per Annum Web Developer with Animation Skills: Average salary range: £28,000 - £52,000 Per Annum Social Media Content Creator: Average salary range: £20,000 - £30,000 Per Annum Digital Media Designer: Average salary range: £24,000 - £39,000 Per Annum Multimedia Artist: Average salary range: £22,000 - £38,000 Per Annum Course Curriculum Welcome Introduction to Animate in Photoshop! 00:02:00 Why Use Photoshop to Animate? How I Use Photoshop in Multimedia. A Case Study 00:03:00 Setting Up to Animate in Photoshop: Tools and Resources Royalty-Free and Public Domain Video Resources 00:03:00 Setting Up to Animate in Photoshop: Windows and Tools 00:03:00 Importing Your Video and Working With Different Video Formats 00:07:00 Make a Quick & Dirty Stop Motion Animation By Adjusting Your Frames Per Second 00:06:00 Animating in Photoshop: Some Techniques You Can Try Drawing Right Over Your Video and Making a Simple Frame By Frame Animation 00:04:00 Using the Onion Skin Options to Make More Decisive Drawings (Frame By Frame) 00:04:00 Use the 'Wiggle' Technique to Get More Mileage Out of Your Drawings (Looping) 00:09:00 Let's Have Photoshop Animate For Us (Position, Scaling, Opacity, Rotation, etc.) 00:11:00 Rotoscoping and Animating the Frame By Frame Way (*The Essence of How I Work 00:12:00 Adding Filters and Other Special Effects to Your Video (For Good or For Evil) 00:06:00 Turning a Video Into an Animated Painting With Brushes 00:06:00 Exporting the Final Video From Photoshop 00:04:00 New: Make Animated Gifs in Photoshop for Your Site or Social Media Pages How to Create a Simple Animated Gif in Photoshop 00:11:00 How to Create a Quick & Dirty (But Beautiful) Animated Gif Slideshow 00:09:00 Resources and Conclusion Top Social Media Platforms and Websites For Filmmakers and Animators 00:07:00 Assignment Assignment - Animator Training: Animate in Photoshop 00:00:00

Unlocking Google Ranking is a comprehensive course designed to empower learners with the knowledge and skills required to master the art of Google My Business and secure top positions in the Google Map Pack. In the age of digital dominance, the significance of Google My Business cannot be overstated, making this course an indispensable asset for anyone seeking to elevate their local business. Dive into this creative and immersive learning journey, and let the world of Google ranking unfold before your eyes. The course starts with an enticing introduction, painting a vivid picture of what lies ahead. As you delve deeper, you'll realize why Microsoft Office is an essential tool in mastering Google My Business. Through meticulously designed lectures, you'll understand the intricacies of setting up your Google My Business page, determining your service distance, selecting the perfect business category, and crafting an enticing business introduction. The course also takes you on a captivating journey into the world of image tagging and insights analysis within Google My Business, helping you optimize your profile to reach that coveted 100% completeness. Unlocking Google Ranking also explores the critical role of reviews in local business success, and it uncovers the secrets to effectively managing and generating reviews. As you progress, you'll appreciate how Microsoft Office can be a game-changer in this domain. The course culminates by guiding you towards mastering the art of ranking in the top three positions in the Google Map Pack, paving the way for unparalleled success in local SEO. Learning Outcomes: Master the setup of Google My Business pages, maximizing their potential for local business growth. Gain an in-depth understanding of the importance of reviews and how to manage and generate them effectively. Unlock the power of Microsoft Office for optimizing your Google My Business profile. Learn the secrets of local SEO and how to secure top positions in the Google Map Pack. Achieve a complete Google My Business profile with 100% optimization, increasing your visibility and attracting more customers. Course Description: Unlocking Google Ranking is a dynamic course that takes you on an educational journey through Google My Business, reviews management, and local SEO. With Microsoft Office as your trusty companion, you'll navigate through a meticulously crafted curriculum, ensuring that you don't miss a single step in your quest to conquer the digital landscape. Who Is This Course For? Small business owners looking to enhance their online presence and attract local customers. Marketing professionals seeking to sharpen their local SEO skills. Entrepreneurs and startups aiming to establish a strong digital footprint. E-commerce businesses desiring better visibility in local search results. Digital marketing enthusiasts eager to explore the world of Google ranking. Certification If you are a newbie to managing a WordPress website, then congratulations! You are here at the right track with us because we are going to introduce you one of the most basic knowledge when owning a WordPress page: how to find your site the best WordPress Hosting service. This process is often overlooked by most of the website owners. But it can be considered the most important key point to bring your site to stand out of the crowd. A great hosting service could help you to improve SEO and increase sales as well. Career path Digital Marketing Manager: £30,000 - £50,000 per annum SEO Specialist: £25,000 - £45,000 per annum Small Business Owner: Earnings vary based on business success Marketing Coordinator: £20,000 - £35,000 per annum E-commerce Manager: £25,000 - £50,000 per annum Freelance SEO Consultant: Hourly rates range from £20 to £100 Course Content Section 1: Introduction To The Course Lecture 1 What To Expect In This Course Lecture 2 Why Having Google My Business is Critical For Every Local Business Section 2: Getting Started With Google My Business Lecture 3 Intro To Google My Business Lecture 4 An Example Google My Business Page Setup Lecture 5 Setting Your Service Distance & Address Lecture 6 Selecting The Best Business Category Lecture 7 Creating a Good Introduction For Your Page Lecture 8 Tagging Photos Inside Of Google My Business or Using Picasa Lecture 9 Bulk Tagging Photos With a Location Lecture 10 Viewing Insights About Your Business Lecture 11 A Completed Google My Business Profile - Getting to 100% Section 3: Getting Reviews For Your Business Lecture 12 Why Reviews Are So Important Lecture 13 Responding To Reviews Lecture 14 Grade.us Lecture 15 The Review Handout Generator Section 4: Ranking In The Top 3 Positions in the Google Map Pack Lecture 16 Where To Go From Here - Learning About Local SEO

Are you someone who wants to do home improvements and repairs yourself but you still feel you are lacking? Worry no more! This course will surely help you with your needs. Description: Do you have what it takes to do remodelling yourself at home? Or are you scared that you might mess it up because only professionals can do that? Or are you someone who has an interest in home improvement and can't afford to hire a professional to do the work? If yes, then you should be eager to benefit from this course since it will teach you comprehensive lessons on Home improvements & repairs and how these are done properly. In this course, you will learn the important elements of improving things by yourself at home. You will also be able to know the essential tools which you need and which a professional handyman use. This course will give you important tips for installing a leak-proof shower, bathroom and kitchen remodelling which includes all basic stuff such fixing sinks which are clogged or adding cabinets. Other than that, this course also includes adding a bedroom or replacing doors, TV stand ideas, etc. At the end of this course, you will also be taught how to judge a good contractor if needed. Who is the course for? Beginners who want to help people in their repairs and maintenance concern. People who have the interest to learn how to repair things themselves at home. Entry Requirement: This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment:  At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path: This course would be beneficial for the following careers: Handyman Repairs and Maintenance Manager Guidance Counsellors Technicians Mentors. Module 01 Choosing A Contractor 01:00:00 Pollution and Remodeling 00:30:00 Do It Yourself Bathroom Remodeling 00:30:00 Tips for Installing Leak-proof Showers 00:30:00 Do It Yourself Kitchen Remodeling 00:30:00 Installing Kitchen Cabinets 00:30:00 Module 02 Choosing Countertops 00:30:00 Adding A Bedroom 00:30:00 Basement Problems Turned Around 00:30:00 Options for Lighting Your Home 00:30:00 How To Lay Indoor-Outdoor Carpet 00:30:00 Tips for Installing A Tile Floor 00:30:00 Module 03 How To Prepare to Install Moulding 01:00:00 TV Stand Design Ideas 00:30:00 Home Air Conditioning Maintenance Made Easy 01:00:00 How To Diagnose Central Heating Systems 00:30:00 Insulation 00:30:00 Fixing Your Sink 00:30:00 Module 04 Fixing Clogged Pipes and Drains 00:30:00 Replacing Screens 00:30:00 Replacing Doors 01:00:00 Six Tips For Decks Built to Last 00:30:00 Three Steps To Refinish Your Decks 00:30:00 Installing Your Hot Tub 00:30:00 Module 05 Low Hassle Exterior Painting 00:30:00 Low Hassle Roof Repair 00:30:00 Gardens for Profit and Beauty 01:00:00 Judging Construction 00:15:00 Judging Construction - Ground and Walls 00:30:00 Choosing An Alarm System, Hardware AND People 00:30:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam-DIY Home Improvements & Repair 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam-DIY Home Improvements & Repair 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

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Art classes for adults of all abilities. An enriching experience for individuals looking to explore their creative side, learn new artistic skills, and connect with like-minded people.

Art classes for adults of all abilities. An enriching experience for individuals looking to explore their creative side, learn new artistic skills, and connect with like-minded people.

Description Learn the fundamental features of Adobe Illustrator and start your journey to create wonderful vector images with the Adobe Illustrator CC Beginner course. At first, you will learn the things you can do with Illustrator and the importance of using Illustrator. The course familiarizes you with the Illustrator interface and shows you some of the basic features of Illustrator. The techniques of measuring and transforming objects, the use of shape tools, and the procedures of using the keyboards to control the tools fast will be discussed in the course. After that, the course shows you the techniques of applying fills and strokes so that you can fill your objects with colors, and able to put a stroke outside. Then the course explains the setting type and shows you some of the text tools. Next, the course discusses the various types of brushes and how to paint with the brushes. A detailed discussion will be presented on the strategies of applying effects such as shadow, transparency, etc. Finally, you will learn how to export your files from Illustrator so that you can share your works with others. Assessment: This course does not involve any MCQ test. Students need to answer assignment questions to complete the course, the answers will be in the form of written work in pdf or word. Students can write the answers in their own time. Once the answers are submitted, the instructor will check and assess the work. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Adobe Illustrator CC Beginner is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Adobe Illustrator CC Beginner is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Introduction Introduction FREE 00:01:00 Introduction to Illustrator Why Adobe Illustrator? 00:03:00 Using Selection Tools 00:02:00 Creating New Documents 00:08:00 Saving Adobe Illustrator Files 00:06:00 Navigating the Interface 00:08:00 Managing Workspaces 00:05:00 Drawing Basics Creating Shapes 00:13:00 Using the Drawing Tools 00:10:00 Mastering the Pen Tool 00:09:00 Editing Shapes 00:08:00 Grouping and Aligning Shapes 00:06:00 Understanding Layers 00:06:00 Putting it all Together 00:07:00 Measuring and Transforming Objects Working with Rules and Guides 00:05:00 Discovering the Transform Panel 00:08:00 Using Transform and Distort 00:04:00 Applying Fills and Strokes Editing Fills with the Color Panel 00:08:00 Editing Fills with the Swatches Panel 00:09:00 Modifying Strokes 00:09:00 Creating Gradients 00:09:00 Using the Freeform Gradient 00:06:00 Setting Type Using Type Tools 00:10:00 Discovering Type Panels 00:08:00 Working with Adobe Fonts 00:04:00 Painting with Brushes Discovering the Brush Panel 00:06:00 Creating Custom Brushes 00:06:00 Using the Blob Brush 00:08:00 Applying Effects Using the Appearance Panel 00:04:00 Understanding the Effects Menu 00:07:00 Exporting from Illustrator Creating PDF's 00:07:00 Exporting to Other Formats 00:08:00 Importing Adobe PDF´s 00:03:00 Understanding Metadata 00:04:00 Printing your Document 00:07:00 Conclusion Course recap 00:01:00 Resources Resources - Adobe Illustrator CC Beginner 00:00:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00