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Jan 19, 2012 07:40:13 #
I just installed Photoshop,it is hard,i give myself one lesson at a time,and practice until i get it down,the first was to tag and categorize all pics,second was to shoot a raw pic,down load, edit, and save,i am now working on watermarks and signatures,i think setting one goal at a time makes the program less intimidating and every thing you learn applies to other parts of the program,same as learning the camera,all the small lessons come together,in no time you have learned the basics and from there it gets much easier,you tube is great just type in what you are trying to learn and find a video on that subject example 'elements 10 watermark'good luck
Jan 19, 2012 07:48:05 #
usaellie101
Loc: Spring Hill, Florida
I'd say you can go on line and find hundreds of sites on Photoshop. I will also say that the best way to learn is by experience. Here's what I did :
I took a photo and put in in Photoshop. Then I started to try out every single program they had and did things to the photo. I changed the lighting, the colors, the even created an abstract art of my photo. I learned what worked and what did not. Some where good and some were wonderful and some were even silly. That way I had first hand knowledge of what Photoshop can do and cannot do. The beauty of computer software is you can always "UNDO"" and go back to your original photo and you can also save the original.
Play with the program and experiment. Photoshop as with most programs can do a lot with one photo.
Have fun and post what you did here.
We'd like to see some results.
I took a photo and put in in Photoshop. Then I started to try out every single program they had and did things to the photo. I changed the lighting, the colors, the even created an abstract art of my photo. I learned what worked and what did not. Some where good and some were wonderful and some were even silly. That way I had first hand knowledge of what Photoshop can do and cannot do. The beauty of computer software is you can always "UNDO"" and go back to your original photo and you can also save the original.
Play with the program and experiment. Photoshop as with most programs can do a lot with one photo.
Have fun and post what you did here.
We'd like to see some results.
suzie123 wrote:
You may see the question a lot or not but I will ask again. What is the quickest and easiest way to learn Photoshop?
Jan 19, 2012 07:56:03 #
suzie123 wrote:
You may see the question a lot or not but I will ask again. What is the quickest and easiest way to learn Photoshop?
Suzie, there is no "quick" way to learning how to use Photoshop. I agree with the recommendations from above posts. Particularly, take a class of some sort...mybe through your local community college or extension office...the hands-on learning is great.
Suffice it to say, "Google" will be your best friend.
Anything worth learning is worth learning well. There are no shortcuts. That said, plan on spending a lot of time at your computer and practicing.
Good luck and, mostly, HAVE FUN!!!
Happy trails!
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Jan 19, 2012 08:08:19 #
Probably by taking a course or courses at your local community colledge or vocational school. There are numerous books that offer everything from feature descriptions to "100 basic tricks" which can be helpful but don't always give you a good nuts-and-bolts foundation. Getting in and just cliking and experimenting is always fun but usually raises as many questions as it answers. My son is working on a Graphic Arts degree and told me he was amazed at how many people in his first "basic" classes were people my age that just wanted to know more about the software. Good luck in your search.
Jan 19, 2012 08:09:35 #
one thing you may want to look into rather quickly is learning to set up actions in photoshop some of the mundane tasks can be accomplished with one click. Such as watermarks. the list is huge on actions anything can be turned into an action and it saves time.
Jan 19, 2012 08:13:28 #
Adubin wrote:
I would also look at the Photoshop video training tapes at Lynda.com website. Arnold
I was going to suggest the same. I started the session earlier this week and it's going great!
Jan 19, 2012 08:15:56 #
suzie123 wrote:
You may see the question a lot or not but I will ask again. What is the quickest and easiest way to learn Photoshop?
Either use Lynda.com or Kelby Training!
http://www.lynda.com/?AWKeyWord=Lynda&_kk=lynda.com&_kt=04303de2-87c3-482a-b8ee-eea1372514f2&gclid=CJOWkfuU3K0CFdGP7QodxCHMTg
http://kelbytraining.com/
What cracks me up are the number of photographers who invest in bodies and lens, 1000's of dollars and then want free training on how to use both the equipment and dark room post processing info. Yes, you can go from youtube to youtube and get pieces from here and yon.....but my advice if you are serious about your craft..... then seek excellent training. You will not go wrong form either or both of the above. I have been a long time subscriber to both and refer to them often.
Good luck, the fun is in the learning!
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Jan 19, 2012 08:30:24 #
you have a lot of video on you tube , plus http://tv.adobe.com/show/learn-photoshop
http://www.photoshopelementsuser.com/
http://www.photoshopelementsuser.com/
Jan 19, 2012 08:44:53 #
For me it was books as well as a CD from www.lynda.com "Photoshop CS5 Essential Training".
suzie123 wrote:
You may see the question a lot or not but I will ask again. What is the quickest and easiest way to learn Photoshop?
Jan 19, 2012 09:11:08 #
suzie123 wrote:
You may see the question a lot or not but I will ask again. What is the quickest and easiest way to learn Photoshop?
There is none. :roll:
Jan 19, 2012 09:29:31 #
I know that the Kelby and Lynda trainings are very helpful and professional and this note is not to belittle them, but there are far too many free videos, tutorials and overall websites dedicated to using/learning Photoshop that I would recommend starting with no out-of-pocket expenses and then if you decide to want more you can move up, as it were. Lynda.com training used to be an option when installing Photoshop that you'd get a 30-day free trial. I don't know if it is anymore though. Just a suggestion.
Jan 19, 2012 09:31:22 #
mwh2385 wrote:
There is no quick way to learn PS, but check out all FREE videos on the web and I always suggest that you and others that are serious enough to want to learn step by step PS, get books that are written by Scott Kelby. And also check out a website by Helen Bradley.
Luck.
Luck.
The question was the quickest and easiest way to learn photoshop, not the cheapest.
Jan 19, 2012 09:37:50 #
Fast ...NO! Easy....NO... Worth it YES!! All suggestions so far are excellent and i'll add on more. www.howtogurus.com they have cd's of most everything adobe offers and much more. I have their CS-5 Photoshop and Dreamweaver. They run about 20 hours and broken up into sections for easy referral. They are on ebay also. Around 20-30 dollars depending on what it is...
Jan 19, 2012 09:47:12 #
The full Photoshop does have a steep learning curve. Yet, the power and control it puts at your fingertips will justify your effort.
In addition to the learning sources noted, you may wish to consider workshops that will introduce you to Photoshop.
In addition to the learning sources noted, you may wish to consider workshops that will introduce you to Photoshop.
Jan 19, 2012 09:53:25 #
I agree with you, however the bits and pieces you pick up from free education on the web can leave you with more questions than the information you attain. Education all depends on the students ability and understanding, sometimes books are all that is needed, sometimes visual instructions with practice is what helps a person understand. No matter which way you look at it Photoshop CS5 contains so much that it is an ongoing education for a year or more to learn everything.
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