Adobe Photoshop – Advanced (AP2)

Graphics, Adobe

Participants will take Adobe Photoshop to an advanced level, learning to create realistic photomontages, perform professional photo retouching, and manage complex post-production workflows, while also exploring animation and basic 3D for web use.

This course covers technical tools and practical methods such as color models and gamut, working with channels and masks, adjustment layers and smart objects, plus vectors, HDR, panoramas, plugins, automation and online resources.

THIS TRAINING COURSE WILL HELP YOU:

  • Create realistic photomontages and advanced retouches
  • Use masks, channels and adjustment layers effectively
  • Work with smart objects, vectors, and texture workflows
  • Produce animations, basic 3D, HDR and panoramas

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Photographers seeking advanced post-production skills
  • Graphic designers wanting complex compositing skills
  • Web designers needing Photoshop production techniques
  • Anyone with Photoshop basics aiming to advance

COURSE LOCATION AND AVAILABLE DATES



Need this course in English?

Public courses are usually delivered in Czech, but this course is also available in English. We can arrange private training for your team online, at your premises or in our classrooms, and tailor the content to your needs.

For groups of around 4 or more participants, private training can already be comparable in price to booking individual places on a public course. Send us your requirements and we’ll recommend the best format and provide an exact quote.

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Course content:

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  • Color models and gamut
    1. Introduction to RGB, CMYK, Grayscale, LAB, Swatches
    2. Gamut in print and digital image production
    3. Converting color spaces, mixing colors, Pantone swatches
  • Channels
    1. Channels in different color modes
    2. Working with channels
    3. Using channel separations and decompositions
  • Masks
    1. Bitmap (pixel) masks
    2. Vector masks
    3. Clipping masks
    4. Creating and refining masks
    5. Editing, practical uses and examples
  • Adjustment layers
    1. Benefits of adjustment layers
    2. Common corrections combined with masks
  • Plugins
    1. Extract Plus and Easy Green Screen Free for background removal
    2. Photomerge UI and related modules
  • Smart Objects
    1. Creating smart objects
    2. Advantages and working with smart objects
    3. Applying effects and non-destructive transforms
  • Working with vectors
    1. Vector principles inside Photoshop raster files
    2. Creating a paths/curve layer
    3. Pen tool
    4. Vector selection and simple vector shapes
    5. Vector masking principles
    6. Exporting and importing vector graphics
  • Animation
    1. Animation possibilities in Photoshop
    2. Working with the timeline
    3. Importing and exporting animations
  • Advanced effects
    1. Vanishing Point
    2. Liquify
    3. Displacement maps
  • Working in 3D
    1. Creating 3D objects
    2. Painting and texturing with brushes
    3. Lighting
    4. Importing meshes from other 3D applications
  • Textures
    1. Working with texture maps
    2. Creating custom patterns and textures from photos
  • HDR photography
    1. Theory of HDR
    2. Merging multiple exposures
    3. Using HDR editors and developing HDR images
    4. Manual processing and tone-mapping
  • Panoramic photography
    1. Theory and shooting panoramas
    2. Stitching tall buildings and complex panoramas
  • Actions and automation with scripting
    1. Defining actions
    2. Differences between automated actions and JavaScript scripting
    3. Event-driven actions
    4. Scripting communities and forums
    5. Photoshop xtools
  • New features in Photoshop CS5 / CS6
    1. Automatic content-aware fills and related tools
  • Exercises, bonuses and advanced settings
  • Online Photoshop resources
    1. Official online help
    2. Portals with video tutorials and guides
Prerequisites:
Windows or Mac OS and basic Adobe Photoshop skills.
Recommended previous course:
Adobe Photoshop – Basic Training (AP1)
Schedule:
2 days (9:00-17:00)

Training and learning environment

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What does the environment for in-person IT courses look like?We hold training courses in our own classrooms equipped with modern computer equipment for each participant and a large projection screen. Each workstation is fitted with a powerful computer for seamless practical exercises, and the environment supports a calm, friendly atmosphere during training.
IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
Do I need to bring my own laptop to the classroom IT course?Our training rooms are fully equipped, so you do not need to bring your own laptop. A modern computer with all necessary hardware and software is ready for you at your workstation.
Sample ICT Pro certificate of successful completion of an IT training course.
Will you receive an official certificate after completing an IT course?Yes, upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive an official ICT Pro certificate confirming your participation and acquired technical skills. You can use it to verify your qualifications or add it to your professional profile.
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Where can you find our training center in Brno?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the COMGUARD building at Sochorova 38 in Brno. Positioned on the border of Žabovřesky and Komín, the location is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
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Where can you find our training center in Prague?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the Opatov Park building at Líbalova 1, Prague 11 – Chodov. The location provides a comfortable environment for your education with convenient access.
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What facilities and refreshments are available to you during training breaks?Our training centers feature a fully equipped kitchenette for a comfortable break during your courses. The facilities include a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, and a wide selection of drinks and snacks.
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What beverage refreshments are available during your course?A beverage station with a coffee machine, teas, syrups, and water is at your disposal throughout the entire training session. You can enjoy a coffee or another drink of your choice anytime during breaks.
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What light refreshments are provided for you during the courses?During course breaks, participants can enjoy light sweet snacks, pastries, and fruit syrups to mix their own drinks. Fresh water dispenser and plates are also available for your convenience.
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Should I bring my own snacks to ICT Pro training?There is no need to. A wide selection of savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars is available for you during breaks. Boost your energy for all-day focus right inside the training center premises.
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Can you spend training breaks in the fresh air?Yes, an outdoor terrace is available at our training center. During breaks between learning sessions, you can relax in the fresh air in a pleasant green environment.
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Where can you relax during course breaks?Our training center features a spacious outdoor terrace with seating options. During breaks between learning sessions, you can step outside to relax and recharge in the fresh air.