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Weekly Classes — Fall 2008
Introduction to Photoshop
Charles Vosburgh
Monday, 7pm to 9:30pm
Session 1 only • Levels 1-3
Course code 702
See just how easy it is to greatly improve your photographs using the latest version of Adobe Photoshop. Gain a solid understanding of Photoshop's tools and use them to create a variety of images and effects. In-class projects include combining images, creating type effects, applying artistic filters, and image retouching. This class is hands-on and teaches techniques you can start using right away in an easy, down-to-earth style. Applicable for both Windows and Macintosh users. Previous computer experience is recommended.
Lab Fee: $15
Tuition $205 members, $235 nonmembers
Intermediate Photoshop
Charles Vosburgh
Monday, 7pm to 9:30pm
Session 2 only • Levels 2-4
Course code 708
Take your work to the next level and continue your artistic growth using Adobe Photoshop. Learn how to create professional-looking composites, beautiful special effects, add color to black and white images. Learn how to create artwork using digital natural media tools. This class is hands-on and teaches techniques you can start using right away in an easy, down-to-earth style. This class is designed for both Windows and Macintosh users. Previous Photoshop experience is required.
Lab Fee: $15
Tuition $205 members, $235 nonmembers
Beginning Photoshop and Elements
Jay Marino
Tuesday, 12:15pm to 3:15pm
Session 1 or 2 • Levels 1-5
Course code 717
This class will show you how to organize your images and be able to share them with your friends by e-mail. You will learn how to improve the exposure and contrast of your images and not have to throw away the ones that are too light or too dark. You'll learn how to get rid of the funny colors in your image, make the colors brighter, and be able to change the color of objects in the image (such as clothing, hair, or eyes.) You will learn how to use the Clone Stamp tool to remove unwanted objects from the image, smooth the skin, and remove blemishes. You'll learn how to put a little pizzazz in your presentation of your images by adding frames, edges, and special effects.
Lab Fee Fee: $10
Tuition $205 members, $235 nonmembers
Introduction to Digital Photography
Charles Vosburgh
Tuesday, 7pm to 9:30pm
Session 1 or 2, SP • Levels 1-3
Course code 713
Learn the basics of digital photography, from choosing the right camera and printer to making prints and sharing your images on the web. The mysteries of dpi, ppi, mega pixels, and different camera features will be explained. You'll learn how to compose your images and determine the best lighting conditions. Get to know some of the tips and tricks that the pros use to get the best shots. You'll also get instruction in Adobe Photoshop to correct, retouch, print, and e-mail your images. This class is hands-on and teaches techniques you can start using right away in an easy, down-to-earth style by one of the only Adobe Certified Expert Instructors in the area. This class is designed for both Windows and Macintosh users. Previous computer experience is recommended.
Lab Fee: $15
Tuition $205 members, $235 nonmembers
Introduction to InDesign
Marcos Oliveira
Wednesday, 7pm to 9:30pm
Session 1 only • Levels 2-5
Course code 705
Learn the specifics of how to design print pieces, such as business cards, letterhead, magazine page layouts, newspaper page layouts, flyers and more. You will be introduced to the different aspects of InDesign: shadows, transparencies, typesetting, CMYK, file formats for commercial printing, prepress. Strong emphasis will be given to design in the creation of your pieces and pertinent design principles will be explained. You will also learn how InDesign relates to other Adobe programs like Photoshop and Illustrator.
Lab Fee: $15
Tuition $205 members, $235 nonmembers
Introduction to Web Design
Marcos Oliveira
Wednesday, 7pm to 9:30pm
Session 2 only • Levels 2-4
Course code 788
Learn both artistic and technical aspects of creating a website from scratch. Topics covered include file format, color theory, and visual literacy for web. Students are encouraged to create and develop their own website with skills learned during the course. Some online research is given as a homework assignment for better assimilation of the topics. Dreamweaver is the software used, but there will be some exposure to HTML. A basic understanding of Photoshop is recommended to take this class.
Lab Fee: $15
Tuition $205 members, $235 nonmembers
Visual Storytelling with Sound
James Branaman
Thursday, 7pm to 9:30pm
Session 1 or 2 • Levels 2-5
Course code 798
Let your subjects tell their story with their own words and through sound as you tell their story visually. Combine your skills in photography or video with well-crafted audio to give your audience a more complete experience. No prior experience with audio necessary, beginning photographers welcome.
Suggested class materials- camera*, audio recorder*, headphones.
*Digital preferred, contact instructor for specifics
Materials List Available Before Class
Lab Fee: $15
Tuition $115 members, $145 nonmembers
Workshops
Advanced Photoshop Workshop
Charles Vosburgh
Monday, Sept. 29, 9:30am - 4pm
Levels 4-5
Course code 734
Are you serious about mastering Adobe Photoshop? This workshop has a flexible format, which allows you to learn and explore your own direction with expert help and guidance. You'll learn advanced time saving tips and tricks and techniques that the pros use to get the very best quality while saving time and effort. You'll also learn how professionals increase their income and build their careers. This is a hands-on workshop that teaches advanced techniques you can start using right away in an easy, down to earth style. This workshop is designed for both Windows and Macintosh users. Previous Photoshop experience is required.
Lab Fee: $10
Tuition $205 members, $235 nonmembers
Photoshop for Photographers
Charles Vosburgh
Monday, Sept. 22, 9:30am to 4pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 742
In this introductory course, students will learn how to correct, sharpen, retouch, edit and present photos utilizing the latest version of Adobe Photoshop software. Come and join the fun!
Lab Fee: $10
Tuition $115 members, $145 nonmembers
Digital Photography Workshop
Charles Vosburgh
Saturday, Oct. 15, 9:30am to 4pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 765
Learn the basics of digital photography, from choosing the right camera and printer to making prints and sharing your images on the web. The mysteries of DPI, PPI, megapixels, and different camera features will be explained. Learn how to compose your images and determine the best lighting conditions and tips and tricks that the pros use to get the best shots. Get instruction in Adobe Photoshop to learn how to correct, retouch, print, and e-mail your images. This class is hands-on and teaches techniques you can start using right away in an easy, down to earth style by one of the few Adobe Certified Instructors in the area. This class is designed for both Windows and Macintosh users. Previous computer experience is recommended.
Lab Fee: $10
Tuition $115 members, $145 nonmembers
Digital Architectural Photography Workshop
Randy Van Duinen
Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 6 & 7, 10am - 4pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 809
This two day workshop will focus on both interior and exterior architectural photography, focusing on composition, lighting and the digital process. The class will take a field trip working on both interior lighting and ways to photograph exteriors. We will also discuss digital workflow, equipment used and working with Photoshop.
Lab Fee: $10
Tuition $145 members, $175 nonmembers
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Randy Van Duinen
Saturday, Nov. 15, 10am - 4pm
Levels 1-5
Course code 812
This one day workshop fouses on creating photographs using High Dynamic Range in Photoshop. High Dynamic Range image creation has become an exciting way for digital photographers to capture a wider tonal range than ever before. Now Photoshop offers a "development" system that let's us combine exposures with relative ease. The class also explores the use of alternative software programs to give your images a creative look.
Tuition $95 members, $125 nonmembers
Related Info
Registration Information
Session Dates
Fall Session I
September 15 - October 26
Fall Session II
November 3 - December 14
Forms
Registration Form (.pdf)
Registration Form (.html)
Guide to Skill Levels
Level 1: Beginners
Student has no skill in the medium
Level 2
Student has some minimal experience in the medium
Level 3: Intermediate
Student has knowledge of basic skills in the medium
Level 4: Advanced
Student has knowledge of and has had previous instruction in the medium
Level 5: Professional Level
Notes
All Digital classes are limited to a maximum of 12 students allowing a more one-to-one approach to learning digital design and maximizing the experience and knowledge for these illustration programs. Space is limited so register now!
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