College Digital Imaging (Raster-Based Software Tools for Web/Print Publishers)

In this course students will learn to use the computer and the software application Adobe Photoshop to create unique digital images and graphics. Students will explore both the technical aspects of image manipulation as well as the artistic aspects. They will become familiar with the software through watching demonstrations and completing structured assignments as well as open ended assignments and projects. Projects include putting your “head” on somebody else’s body, creating a mythological creature, a wanted poster, and copying a masterpiece.

Adobe Photoshop is a professional graphics application. It is considered to be an industry standard for digital photographers, graphic artists, printers, Web designers, video and film broadcasters, special effects creators, 3D computer artists, photo retouching artists, and much more.