Five Simple Steps

Basic Workflow in Photoshop Elements

“Photoshop Elements” provides powerful tools and commands for improving the quality of a photographic image, from acquisition and resizing through retouching.  This course will help you learn the basic features of ”Elements” quickly and easily.  We will concentrate on a workflow of five steps that should be considered in order to improve the quality of your images.  These steps are: 1. Rotate and Crop; 2. Cleaning up Spots and Distractions; 3. Adjust Levels; 4. Adjust Color; 5. Sharpen.  We will also cover issues related to storage and back-up.

Dates:             July 22-23, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Skill Level:     Beginner

Fee:                 $75

Instructor:      Sam Shaw

Sam Shaw.  Sam’s interest in photography started when he was in high school but became more serious about 20 years ago.  Since then he has had over 1,260 acceptances into International Exhibitions of Photography throughout the United States and Europe.  These acceptances have resulted in over 100 awards.  Professionally, Sam holds degrees in mathematics, physics and computer science and has been active in the computer field for most of his career. He has been teaching computer related skills for many years and brings a wealth of knowledge to “the digital darkroom.”

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