Masking in Photoshop

Course Description:

Masking is the art of isolating an element in an image from its background, and you can become the master of this with 1Training. This excellent Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator Essential Skills for Designers: Masking will teach you to the vital skill of masking, which will drastically improve your skill set. Although masking is a simple concept, it can be difficult, but through clear instruction, and expert advice, you will be a master in no time. You will be taught by a professional, and will be given a whole host of insider knowledge to help you get ahead.

Our learning material is available to students 24/7 anywhere in the world, so it’s extremely convenient. These intensive online courses are open to everyone, as long as you have an interest in the topic! We provide world-class learning led by IAP, so you can be assured that the material is high quality, accurate and up-to-date.

What are the requirements?

• You must be 16 or over
• You should have a basic understanding of English, Maths and ICT
• You will need a computer or tablet with internet connection (or access to one)

What skills will I gain?

• Learn to perform non-destructive adjustments to a single image and batch apply them to any or all of your images
• Deliver images to your clients or your stock agency quickly and efficiently with customisable export options
• Take advantage of pre-sets to easily automate repetitive tasks and save favourite layouts by creating templates
• Save time with the ability to simultaneously import to multiple drives while re-naming and appending metadata and keywords
• Discover how to use the new sharpening tools and apply accurate capture sharpening without having to go to Photoshop or a 3rd party specialty tool

Meet the instructor:

Martin Perhiniak is a Certified Adobe Design Master and Instructor He worked as a designer for companies like Disney, Warner Brothers, Cartoon Network, Sony Pictures, Mattel, and DC Comics. He is currently working in London as a designer and instructor, as well as providing a range of services from live online training to consultancy work to individuals worldwide.

Course outline:

• Module 01: Introduction
• Module 02: Masking Techniques With Photoshop
• Module 03: Masking Techniques With Illustrator
• Module 04: Masking Techniques With Indesign

How will I be assessed?

• You will have one assignment. Pass mark is 65%.
• You will only need to pay £19 for assessment.
• You will receive the results within 72 hours of submittal, and will be sent a certificate in 7-14 days.

What Certification am I going to receive?

Those who successfully pass this course will be awarded a Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator Essential Skills for Designers: Masking certificate. Anyone eligible for certification will receive a free e-certificate, and printed certificate.

What careers can I get with this qualification?

This excellent Photoshop Mix course will qualify you to be an Image Editor, or a Photographer. As a Photographer you are usually working on a freelance basis, and could even establish your own Photography business. The average salary of a Photographer in the UK is £20,512, and this will go up with experience (payscale.com). With this course you could fulfil any of the following roles:

• Photographer
• Graphic Designer
• Image Editor
• Marketing Professional
• Digital Media Assistant
• Creative