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.
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.
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.
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