In this course, students will use color management techniques and color correct images to ensure optimal print output.
This course is intended for photo professionals or enthusiasts who have a basic foundation of Adobe® Photoshop® CS5 and are interested in using Photoshop for printing and color correction. This course covers the Adobe Certified Associate exam objectives, and is intended to help students prepare for the examination.
Prerequisite(s) or equivalent knowledge
Photoshop CS5 - Level 1
Outline
Lesson 1: Understanding Color Modes and Workflow
- Compare Color Modes
- Examine Color Workflow
Lesson 2: Setting Color Space
- Calibrate and Profile the Monitor
- Set a Working Color Space in Photoshop
- Convert Images from One Color Space to Another
- Manage Printing and Color
Lesson 3: Using Advanced Image Support
- Use the Camera Raw Format
- Create High Dynamic Range Images
- Enhance Images Using Lens Correction Filter
- Preview an Image on a Video Monitor
Lesson 4: Combining Images
- Merge and Rescale Images
- Blend Images
Lesson 5: Enhancing Image Quality
- Reduce Noise in Images
- Sharpen Images
- Minimize Moiré Patterns
- Eliminate Red Eye Defects
Lesson 6: Adjusting RGB Colors
- Identify Color Regions for Color Correction
- Make Color and Contrast Adjustments
- Make Basic Curve Adjustments
- Correct Memory Colors
- Adjust Shadows and Highlights Independently
Lesson 7: Creating CMYK Separations
- Adjust Color Settings for Prepress
- Examine Calibration Techniques
- Adjust Out-of-Gamut Colors
- Color Separate Images
- Adjust CMYK Curves
Lesson 8: Working with Grayscale Images and Spot Colors
- Convert Color Images to Grayscale Images
- Create Duotones
- Add Spot Colors to Selected Areas of an Image