Photoshop Classes in Chicago, IL

Students will develop an understanding of software interfaces as they learn to translate 2D drawings into 3D models and explore output methods, working with digital drawing tools including Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp. This course is taught in a Windows OS lab; Mac OS versions of the software have a slightly different interface.  Prerequisite(s)...

Adobe software is virtually the same on the Mac and PC platforms. When taking this class from one of our locations, it will be taught using PC hardware with Windows software. Minor Mac keyboard and interface differences will be highlighted by the instructor. When taking this course from home or office, students can use either PC or Mac hardware to...

This course is intended for students with basic graphic design skills and prior experience working with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. Students will learn to use Adobe InDesign to create paragraph and character styles, object styles, layers, and master pages, and to import graphics. This course will explore digital publishing; non-print...

This course consists of 6 different projects that cover the more advanced features of Adobe Illustrator.The trainer will show you step-by-step how Professional Illustrators use Adobe Illustrator on these more complex jobs. This approach not only teaches you proper workflow techniques but is also a proven training method for those looking...

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC (2019) training will cover the basics and beyond, providing countless tips and techniques to help you become more productive with the program.   As one of the most powerful tools a digital photographer has in their toolset, offering powerful editing features in a streamlined interface that lets photographers...

This course examines the fundamentals of two-dimensional design in the digital age. Students will explore principle elements of design including composition, color, and typography through a series of projects that introduce Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop as primary graphic design tools. The importance of effective visual communication in both commercial...

Students with basic graphic design skills and prior Illustator experience explore uses of the application to create sophisticated designs and illustrations. Beginning with a review of important functions and tools, demonstrations and in-class projects present more advanced topics including transparency, feathering, masking, compound paths, gradients,...

Learn to create visual effects and motion graphics with Adobe After Effects. Students will learn to develop video projects for the web and broadcast. Learn about the integrated vector paint tools with Photoshop-style brushes, motion tracking, Render Automation, keying, text effects, animation, masks. Introduction to After Effects After Effects Overview:...

Students will learn all the tools and skills to master this powerful program, Adobe After Effects. Adobe After Effects is a powerful software program used for creating special effects for video and motion graphics. Target Audience: Graphic and Video professionals who need an essential understanding of video editing, motion editing and compositing....

Have an idea on how to create or improve a mobile or web app, but been frustrated trying to communicate it to others? Enter Sketch. Unlike the bloated tools it replaces (see: Photoshop, Illustrator), Sketch is a simple, powerful design tool made specifically for those who design for screens. It has captured the UI/UX design world by storm—designers...

Students will learn to create compelling video. The course covers capturing, editing, special effects, graphics, titles and to final production. Target Audience: Graphic and video professionals looking to use Adobe Premiere Pro to create stunning video productions. No prior experience of Premiere Pro is required. Detailed Course Outline Intro:...

Learn from the top professionals to create high quality logos, icons, infographics and more. Learn to create and format a vast variety of objects, shapes and text. Understand how to apply patterns, gradients and use Adobe Color for cohesive color systems. Add special effects, and combine images. Use your new skills to create powerful imagery that can...

Learn to install WordPress on a hosted server, using WordPress as a content management system (CMS), customizing themes and appearance with widgets and code changes, and adding plug-ins.  Prerequisite:  Some HTML, PHP, and either Photoshop or Fireworks knowledge is preferable to take this class. Course Outline: 1. Domains & Hosts 2....

This course teaches beginners, step-by-step, how to create, build and maintain professional looking websites. The course is hands-on with lots of real world projects. Course Outline Customizing Your Workspace Touring the workspace Switching and splitting views Design view Code view Split view Live view Live Code Inspect...

This course teaches the core Adobe Captivate skills needed to create interactive eLearning content.  You will learn how to create a soft-skills lesson from scratch. You’ll learn to record and produce software demonstrations, and interactive training simulations. By the time you finish, you'll know how to control the mouse pointer and add such...