Understanding and Working with Photoshop Layers: A Step-by-Step Guide 

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Objective:  Learn the basics of Photoshop layers, how they work, and how to effectively use them to enhance your editing and design process.  What Are Layers in Photoshop?  In Adobe Photoshop, layers are like transparent sheets stacked on top of each other. Each layer can contain an image, text, or adjustment, and you can edit […]

How to Make Your Photos Look Vintage in Adobe Photoshop 

How to Make Your Photos Look Vintage in Adobe Photoshop 

Objective:  Learn how to give your photos a vintage, aged look using a few simple techniques in Adobe Photoshop.  Step 1: Open Your Image in Photoshop  Launch Adobe Photoshop and open the photo you want to edit by going to File > Open.  Once your photo is open, ensure it’s in RGB mode by going […]

How to Create a Daguerreotype Effect in Adobe Photoshop 

How to Create a Daguerreotype Effect in Adobe Photoshop 

Step 1: Open Your Image in Photoshop  Launch Adobe Photoshop and open the image you want to convert into a daguerreotype by going to File > Open.  Step 2: Convert the Image to Black and White  Go to Image > Adjustments > Black & White to open the Black & White adjustment panel.  Adjust the […]

How to Create a Color Splash Effect in Adobe Photoshop 

How to Create a Color Splash Effect in Adobe Photoshop 

Objective:  Learn how to apply the Color Splash effect by keeping a single color in a black-and-white image.  Step 1: Open Your Image in Photoshop  Launch Adobe Photoshop and open the image you want to apply the Color Splash effect to by going to File > Open.  Step 2: Duplicate the Background Layer  In the […]

Navigating Photoshop: A Beginner’s Guide to the Home Screen, Workspace, and Tools 

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Objective:  Learn how to navigate the Photoshop home screen, workspace, and essential tools like the Discover Panel, Toolbar, Options Bar, and more.    Home Screen Overview When you first launch Photoshop, you’ll see the Home Screen. This is your central hub for opening recent files, creating new documents, or accessing helpful tutorials.  Recent Files: Located […]

Getting Started in Photoshop: Essential Tools and Concepts 

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Objective:  This guide will walk you through the Photoshop Home Screen, essential tools such as the Spot Healing Brush, Selection tools, and Object Selection Tool, along with understanding important concepts like locking layers, bitmap vs raster, and working with RAW files.    Home Screen Overview When you open Photoshop, the Home Screen is the first […]

Creating Abstract Photos with Your iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide 

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Understand Abstract Photography Abstract photography focuses on capturing images that don’t represent reality directly. Instead, they emphasize shapes, colors, patterns, and textures. Your goal is to create visually interesting compositions that might not immediately reveal their subject.  Gather Your Equipment All you need is your iPhone. Make sure it’s fully charged and that you have […]

High-Contrast Portrait Photography with Your iPhone 

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High-contrast portrait photography can create striking and dramatic images. Here’s a simple guide to help you capture stunning high-contrast portraits using your iPhone.  Step 1: Set Up Your Scene  Choose a Location:  Find a place with strong light and shadow. This could be near a window with sunlight coming through, or outdoors in a spot […]