This course introduces the basics of bitmap computer graphics. It has 3 main objectives:
1) Learn the Paint program, itself, well enough to produce usable graphics for office, school, or webpage setting.
2) Become familiar with the most common concepts found in
more professional bitmap software. Such as:
Fill
Constrain
Bezier curve
Stamp
Copy / Paste
Flip / Rotate
Select / resize
Tiles
Textures
Color "dropper"
3) Learn to use 3rd party programs, like IrfanView, for additional bitmap tools. These include filters, and a greater choice of file formats.
This course is designed as a beginning course in Macromedia Flash. Basic drawing techniques as well as animation, symbols and interactivity will be covered.
We will cover the following topics:
" Flash movie essentials and publishing
" The flash tool box
" Flash symbols and libraries
" Grouping, rulers and guides, alignment and stacking order
" Motion tweening
" Shape tweening
Students should possess a working knowledge of HTML or a good web-authoring program such as DreamWeaver or Fp and some graphics background such as PS6, PSP, Fireworks or any other comparable graphics program.
This course is designed as an intermediate course in Flash. Basic drawing techniques as well as animation, objects and interactivity will be covered.
We will cover the following topics:
" More on Motion and Shape Tweening
" Masks
" and Masking
" Interact " Intelligent Actions
Students should possess a working knowledge of beginning Flash, HTML or a good web-authoring program such as DreamWeaver or Fp and some graphics background such as PS6, PSP, Fireworks or any other comparable graphics program.
Macromedia Flash MX is the professional standard authoring tool for producing high-impact Web experiences. Whether you are creating animated logos, Web site navigation controls, long-form animations, entire Flash Web sites, or Web applications, you'll find the power and flexibility of Flash ideal for your own creativity.
Macromedia Flash MX movies are graphics, text, animation, and applications for Web sites. They consist primarily of vector graphics, but they can also contain imported video, bitmap graphics, and sounds.
This class will be a beginner or new to Flash MX class. For a seasoned Flash 5 user it will be some review but at the same time a chance to become familiar with the new features in Flash MX.
The following topics will be addressed in this class.
* Working with Flash MX tools - The authoring environment
* The Flash MX toolbox
* Using the Flash MX library
* Working with graphic objects
* Working with color
* Tweened animation
An intermediate class will follow this class next semester for those who want to continue to build their ability as a Flash designer.
Drawing techniques as well as animation, objects and interactivity will be covered.
We will cover the following topics:
" More on Motion and Shape Tweening
" Masks
" and Masking
" Actions
" Interactions
" Intelligent Actions
Students should possess a working knowledge of beginning FlashMX, HTML or a good web-authoring program such as DreamWeaver or Fp and some graphics background such as PS6, PSP, Fireworks or any other comparable graphics program.
This class is for those of you wanting to learn what PSP7 can do and helping you create your own graphics.
Get creative with Paint Shop Pro 7. Learn how to create backgrounds, buttons, animated banners and more. You will need to know how to browse folders and have computer knowledge of installing software as this class provides some plug-in filters for learning. You will also need a website to upload your work samples.
This course is designed as an introduction to Image Ready 3. You will learn how to do interfaces for web sites, animations and even total website layout design in Image Ready 3. This course will be taught in a simple and understandable manner that is designed at a beginner's level. So sign up and learn how to make great web graphics.
In this class, I’ll teach you how to work with this wonderful tool! It’s not an easy tool to work with at first, I’ll grant you that, but with lots of practice and exercises, it will become easier. We’ll start with basic shapes and work our way through more complex stuff. Curves are handy to work with to put text on a path, to make precise selections, to draw illustrations, and many other uses. They’re also used in web animation software like Corel R.A.V.E. to create an animation path for objects.
My software of choice are CorelDraw 12 and Photoshop 7, on the Windows platform. But that doesn’t mean Mac or Windows’ Illustrator, Canvas, Freehand or Zoner Draw users can’t take this class. The Pen tool is present in a variety of software and acts more or less the same way in all of them. Users from other software will definitely benefit from taking this class. However, note that I’m unable to provide help in software other than CorelDraw and Photoshop. But if you can already find the Pen tool (or Bézier curves) in your software, then there’s no need to worry! For Zoner Draw 4 users, I can provide some help and screen shots if necessary.
This class requires that you have a solid understanding of your graphics software. If you do not feel comfortable with your current graphic software, you might first consider taking other classes offered at the Eclectic Academy. We won’t have the time to go over the basics of these programs.
You are encouraged to post your results on the web. For this, you’ll need space on the web. Make sure you have free space somewhere to do so. It’s assumed as well that you know the operating system running your computer (Windows or Mac) and that you know how to post pictures on the web. These topics will not be covered in this class.
Finally, this is not an art class. I will not teach how to draw, and you will be not judged on the artistic value of your homework. This class is strictly meant to learn how to use the tool. And by posting your homework, this will help me to check if you’ve succeeded or not.
Photoshop is the "Cadillac" of all graphics programs, It's the one used by professional graphic designers. It allows you to manipulate images, create amazing graphics with equally amazing effects.
Do you have an old photo that needs to be "fixed?" Is it faded, cracked, or otherwise damaged? Photoshop has the tools that can make that image almost better than new. You can even colorize your old black and white photo, or freshen up a faded one.
You can create your own graphics from scratch and with Photoshop's tools, do amazing things with them.
So, the bottom line is you'll discover the treasure that is Photoshop. You'll learn about all the tools, how to use them – all the basics you need to get you up and running and starting to create your own wonderful images.
There is a free 30 day trial version of Photoshop but, unfortunately, that's not long enough for this class. It's best to already have either Photoshop 6, 7, or CS in order to take this class.
Prerequisites: Students must have working knowledge of their operating system, how to save and locate files, and how to unzip files.
Adobe Photoshop is the industry standard image manipulation tool used for many tasks, from photo retouching to creating posters. One of the most versatile and powerful programs available to the designer, it is essential for a professional finish.
This is true not only because Photoshop is available on a wide array of platforms ranging from Mac to Windows to UNIX, but because after four generations of development, Adobe Photoshop has the most intuitive user interface, the most complete set of tools, and the largest number of reference books around.
We use Photoshop to color correct and sharpen scans. Photoshop gives us the ability to make great looking reproductions of not-so-great looking photographs. It lets us create whatever we want, from scratch and come out with amazing results.
The Intermediate class is designed to continue from the Beginning class and introduce you to more of the wonderful things you can do with this program. Armed with the knowledge of how the program works, you can now put that to use with more advanced skills.
Think you need fancy and expensive third party filters to add dazzling special effects to your images? I have good news! Photoshop and Photoshop Elements ship with these “native filters”, but many new users aren't sure what to do with them. All you need is Photoshop or Elements (any version) and you can create fancy photo edges, 3D spheres, photo cubes or even a book, or make an image look like it is painted on a brick wall. How about giving a painting a painterly look? With these filters you will find you don't need expensive third party filters to create fantastic effects. Join me to out how to use them to give your graphics some pizzazz!
Note: This class was formerly called Photoshop Filters. If you have taken that class, you have already taken most of this one.
Prerequisites: Students should have any version of Photoshop or Photoshop Elements installed and be familiar with basic operating system commands, and the basics of the program they plan on using for the course. You need to be familiar with working with photos, opening new images, saving images, and layers. Classes in Photoshop and Elements are both available as well. This course was written with Photoshop and there are some differences between programs, but most of the class can also be done with Elements, including version 4, as well.
We will learn more special effects created in Photoshop without using any third party filters. This class is a sequel to Pizzazz! but it is not linear and may be taken before, after, or at the same time as the Pizzazz! class. In the first class I showed you all the filters and how to use them. This time we will use the filters for even more dazzling effects. Because I explained what the settings mean in the Pizzazz! class, this class will be written as tutorials. They will be step by step, and you will be able to follow them even if you have not taken the first class. Most of this class will work with Photoshop Elements, including version 4, as well as Photoshop CS.
Prerequisites: You must have a good working knowledge of Photoshop or Elements, and understand layers.
Join me to use Photoshop Elements 3 or 4 to make textured paper, backgrounds, brushes, add photo edges, use layers, and of course, fade one image into another. We will work with blending modes and opacity, and learn to extract images from their backgrounds to be used in other images. By the end of the course you will be able to combine all of these skills into one of a kind collages and composites. Although this is not a scrapbooking class, the skills you learn here would be useful for that as well as collages and composites.
Prerequisites:
An understanding of your computer and operating system is required. You must know how to unzip a file and locate it and open it in Elements once you have unzipped it. You must understand the use of menus (File > Open, or any other command) and keyboard shortcuts. This means knowing how to use commands for your operating system, such as command + V means
paste on the Mac and control + V means paste on the PC.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found here: http://www.northlite.net/homework.htm If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery
sites like Yahoo Photos which is free or pbase (http://www.pbase.com) which is very reasonable. Neither of those options require you to know any html.
You will have to know how to use keyboard shortcuts and menus, as well as palettes, and be able to open, close, and save files. This is a level 2 class. If you need to learn the basics of the software, you should take PSE3: Get Up to Speed before taking this class (the same computer knowledge prerequisites apply to this class as well).
An understanding of layers is essential but they will be covered in detail.
You must have Photoshop Elements 3.0 or 4.0 installed. This class is written for PSE 3 and 4 as part of the Elements 3/4 series of classes. It would work with PSE 2 as long as the student is quite familiar with Elements 2, and understands that all commands and screenshots will be only from Elements 3.
Previous classes: You should take PSE3: Get Up to Speed, PSE 4: First Steps for Mac or PSE 4: First Steps for Windows before taking this class (the same computer knowledge prerequisites apply to this class as well). An understanding of layers and some more advanced concepts is absolutely essential to successful completion of the exercises in this course.
PSE 2 users: If you want to attempt this class using PSE 2, you must have completed at least Photoshop Elements from the Ground Up and Photoshop Elements Level 1.
Elements 4 Answers from Northlite Designs: http://www.northlite.net/elements4.htm
☻This class has an enrollment limit of 60 students. Students enrolling after that limit is reached will be put on a waiting list for the next session.
This class picks up where the first Collages and Composites
class left off. We’ll be working on shadows and lighting, more
masking, photo edges, and more tricks and tips to make your
collage and composites one of a kind. Although this is not a
scrapbooking class, the skills you learn here would be useful
for digital scrapbooking as well as for making collages and
composites.
Prerequisites:
Because this is a Level 2 class, there are previous class
requirements. The completion of the first collage class,
Photoshop Elements 3 and 4: Composites and Collages, is
absolutely required for this class.
An understanding of your computer and operating system is
required. You must know how to unzip a file and locate it and
open it in Elements once you have unzipped it. You must
understand the use of menus (File > Open, or any other command)
and keyboard shortcuts. This means knowing how to use commands
for your operating system, such as command + V means paste on
the Mac and control + V means paste on the PC. You will have to
know how to use keyboard shortcuts and menus, as well as
palettes, and be able to open, close, and save files.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, or use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found here: http://www.northlite.net/homework.htm If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Yahoo Photos which is free, or pbase (http://www.pbase.com),
which is very reasonable. Neither of those options require you to know any html.
IMPORTANT: This class covers the MAC version of PSE 4 ONLY. The class for the Windows version is here
The class is the beginning class for the Macintosh version of Photoshop Elements 4.0, and because this is an Overview course, it covers the interface, basic photo editing, some special effects, and the new features of the software. We will also cover using the Bridge to manage your photos. Each week there will be a section called Picture Perfect that deals with editing and improving your photos, and a section called Creative Corner that deals with the more artistic effects Elements is so good at, so whatever your intended use for Photoshop Elements 4, there’s something for everyone.
For more information on Elements 4 and its features, see Sara’s Elements 4 Answers page
Prerequisites:
You must have Photoshop Elements 4.0 installed, and be familiar with basic MAC operating system commands, such as knowing how to use menus and to save and open files. You also must know how to download and unzip files because there will often be files needed to complete class exercises.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found here. If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Yahoo Photos which is free or pbase which is very reasonable.
Neither of those options require you to know any html.
IMPORTANT: This class covers the Windows version of PSE 5. The Mac version of Elements 5 has not yet been released. The PSE 4 for Mac First Steps is here.
There is a new kid on the block! A new and exciting version of Photoshop Elements has been released! Photoshop Elements 5 is packed with new features and a whole new look!
The class is the first of a two part class for the Windows version of Photoshop Elements 5.0, and because this is an Overview course, it covers the interface, basic photo editing, some special effects, and the new features of the software. We will also cover using the Organizer to manage your photos. Each week there will be a section called Picture Perfect that deals with editing and improving your photos, and a section called Creative Corner that deals with the more artistic effects Elements is so good at, so whatever your intended use for Photoshop Elements 5, there’s something for everyone.
Prerequisites:
You must have Photoshop Elements 5.0 installed, and be familiar with basic Windows operating system commands, such as knowing how to use menus and to save and open files. You also must know how to download and unzip files because there will often be files needed to complete class exercises.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found here. If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Yahoo Photos which is free or pbase which is very reasonable. Neither of those options require you to know any html.
IMPORTANT: This class covers the Windows version of PSE 5. The Mac version of Elements 5 has not yet been released. The PSE 4 for Mac First Steps is here.
A new and exciting version of Photoshop Elements has been released! Photoshop Elements 5 is packed with new features and a whole new look, and in Part 1 we just scratched the surface! Join me for Part 2 as we continue exploring this amazing program.
The class is the second of a two part class for the Windows version of Photoshop Elements 5.0, and continues where Part 1 left off.
Prerequisites:
You must have Photoshop Elements 5.0 installed, and be familiar with basic Windows operating system commands, such as knowing how to use menus and to save and open files. You also must know how to download and unzip files because there will often be files needed to complete class exercises. You need to have taken Part 1 to take this class.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found here. If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Yahoo Photos which is free or pbase which is very reasonable. Neither of those options require you to know any html.
Prerequisites:
You should have taken PSE 5: Getting Down to Basics Part 1 and PSE 5: Getting Down to Basics Part 2 before taking this class. The things covered in those classes will not be repeated in this class.
You will need web space to post homework.
Information on how to obtain free or low cost web or gallery space along with tutorials to assist you in setting these up may be found at http://www.northlite.net/homework.htm
IMPORTANT: This class covers the Windows version of PSE 6. The Mac version of Elements 6 has not yet been released. The PSE 4 for Mac First Steps is here.
This class is the first of a two part beginner level class for the Windows version of Photoshop Elements 6.0, and because this is an Overview course, it covers the interface, basic photo editing, some special effects, and the new features of the software. Each week there will be a section called Picture Perfect that deals with editing and improving your photos, and a section called Creative Corner that deals with the more artistic effects Elements is so good at, so whatever your intended use for Photoshop Elements 6, there’s something for everyone.
Using the Organizer to manage your photos and make photo creations such as photo packages, slideshows, and web galleries will be covered in a separate course, Photoshop Elements 6 Organizer
Prerequisites:
You must have Photoshop Elements 6.0 installed, and be familiar with basic Windows operating system commands, such as knowing how to use menus and to save and open files. You also must know how to download and unzip files because there will often be files needed to complete class exercises.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found at http://www.northlite.net/homework.htm. If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Picassa which is free or pbase which is very reasonable. Neither of those options require you to know any html.
IMPORTANT: This class covers the Windows version of PSE 6. The Mac version of Elements 6 has not yet been released. The PSE 4 for Mac First Steps class is here.
This class is the second of a two part beginner level class for the Windows version of Photoshop Elements 6.0, and because this is an Overview course, it covers the interface, basic photo editing, some special effects, and the new features of the software. Each week there will be a section called Picture Perfect that deals with editing and improving your photos, and a section called Creative Corner that deals with the more artistic effects Elements is so good at, so whatever your intended use for Photoshop Elements 6, there’s something for everyone.
Using the Organizer to manage your photos and make photo creations such as photo packages, slideshows, and web galleries will be covered in a separate course, Photoshop Elements 6 Organizer.
Prerequisites: You must have Photoshop Elements 6.0 installed, and be familiar with basic Windows operating system commands, such as knowing how to use menus and to save and open files. You also must know how to download and unzip files because there will often be files needed to complete class exercises.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found at http://www.northlite.net/homework.htm. If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Picasa which is for Mac or PC, or Flickr, which replaced Yahoo photos and also works with Mac or PC. Both are free. pBase is another option that is very reasonable. None of those options require you to know any html.
IMPORTANT: This class covers the Mac version of Photoshop Elements 6. There is a separate class for Photoshop Elements 6 for Windows here.
At long last, Adobe has released a new version of Photoshop Elements for the Mac! The long-awaited new version, Elements 6 is chock full of new features and tools! This class is the first of a two part beginner level class, and because this is an Overview course, it covers the interface, basic photo editing, some special effects, and the new features of the software. Each week there will be a section called Picture Perfect that deals with editing and improving your photos, and a section called Creative Corner that deals with the more artistic effects Elements is so good at, so whatever your intended use for Photoshop Elements 6, there’s something for everyone.
Prerequisites:
You must have Photoshop Elements 6.0 Mac installed, and be familiar with basic Mac operating system commands, such as knowing how to use menus and to save and open files. You also must know how to download and unzip files because there will often be files needed to complete class exercises. Enrollment for this class is limited so enroll early to insure your place in the class.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found at http://www.northlite.net/homework.htm. If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Picasa which is for Mac or PC, or Flickr, which replaced Yahoo photos and also works with Mac or PC. Both are free. pBase is another option that is very reasonable. None of those options require you to know any html.
IMPORTANT: This class covers the Mac version of Photoshop Elements 6. There is a separate class for Photoshop Elements 6 for Windows here.
At long last, Adobe has released a new version of Photoshop Elements for the Mac! The long-awaited new version, Elements 6 is chock full of new features and tools! This class is the second of a two part beginner level class and we will pick up where we left off, learning to work with text, color, and layer masks so you can make composite images. Each week there will be a section called Picture Perfect that deals with editing and improving your photos, and a section called Creative Corner that deals with the more artistic effects Elements is so good at, so whatever your intended use for Photoshop Elements 6, there’s something for everyone.
Prerequisites:
You must have Photoshop Elements 6.0 Mac installed, and be familiar with basic Mac operating system commands, such as knowing how to use menus and to save and open files. You also must know how to download and unzip files because there will often be files needed to complete class exercises. Enrollment for this class is limited so enroll early to insure your place in the class.
To post homework, you will have to be able to either build a simple webpage, use one of the free web hosts or photo gallery sites. Ideas for free or low cost web space can be found at http://www.northlite.net/homework.htm. If you are really new to web pages then I suggest one of the gallery sites like Picasa which is for Mac or PC, or Flickr, which replaced Yahoo photos and also works with Mac or PC. Both are free. pBase is another option that is very reasonable. None of those options require you to know any html.
Note: If you'll be taking both the Introduction to Bitmap Graphics and the Introduction to Vector Graphics courses, please take the bitmap course first.
This course introduces the basics of vector
computer graphics. It has 2 main objectives:
1) Learn Mayura Draw, itself, well enough to produce
usable graphics for an office, school, or webpage setting.
2) Become familiar with the most common conventions found in more professional vector software. These include: Nodes/handles Primitives Grid, snap to Group / ungroup Send to back / front Wire-frame and rendered views Import and export files Rotate / stretch / skew Pattern fill Text / anti-alias
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