1. Unit 1: Introduction to Adobe Photoshop

2. Welcome to this unit of Introduction to Web Design! Note that this unit is broken down into the
three sections shown above: Explore, Practice, and Apply.
You are now in the Explore section, where you can learn about the important topics in this unit. The
Practice activities help reinforce the material, and the Apply activities will help you solve problems
you could see in the real world. Simply click on the words above to go to either of the other
sections.
In this Explore section, you can see icons on the right side that will act as a menu for the topics in
this unit. Click those icons to review the topics.
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3. What is the difference between vector-based and pixel-oriented graphics?
Pixel-oriented graphics create an image with individual blocks of color called pixels.
When combined, a group of pixels can make up an image. Each pixel can be edited
individually.
Vector-based graphics are made up of mathematically defined elements that are easily
scalable.
Roll your mouse over the benefits and examples of each below to learn more. Then,
click on the Activity button to see if you can tell the differences.
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Graphic Type Benefits Examples of Use
Pixel Each pixel can be edited
individually. Pixel-based
graphics offer limited scalability
and usually require large
amounts of memory for storage.
computer games, video games,
mobile phone graphics,
composite graphic imagery for
printed materials
Vector Vector-based files require less
computer memory compared
with pixel-based files. Vector
graphics are used for items that
need to be used in a variety of
sizes .
Logo, package template
ACTIVITY

4. Determine whether the image below is vector-based or pixel-oriented.
Check the correct answer by clicking on the box, and click Submit.
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Determine whether the image below is vector-based or pixel-oriented.
Check the correct answer by clicking on the box, and click Submit.

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Check the correct answer by clicking on the box, and click Submit.

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Determine whether the image below is vector-based or pixel-oriented.
Check the correct answer by clicking on the box, and click Submit.

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Determine whether the image below is vector-based or pixel-oriented.
Check the correct answer by clicking on the box, and click Submit.

10. What is the purpose of any graphic software?
Some of the main parts to the Photoshop
workspace are shown here. Roll your mouse
over each to learn more:
The menu bar
The image window
The toolbox
The panels
Click on the Activity button to test your
knowledge.
In this week’s lab (located in the Practice
section, you will walk through some features
of Photoshop.
Features, Strengths, and Limitations of
Adobe Photoshop
What can’t graphic software do?
Click on my picture to learn more.
ACTIVITY

11. Identify the areas of the workspace by dragging and dropping the correct term
into the correct location. Then, click the Submit button.
ACTIVITY
PanelsImage window
Menu bar
Toolbar
Panels
Image window
Toolbar
Menu bar
Drag and Drop these
elements to their
proper location:

12. Menu Bar
This bar displays menus that contain
most of the Photoshop’s commands
and functions. This bar can change
depending on the tool you are using.
What is the purpose of any graphic
software?
There are four main counterparts to
the Photoshop workspace:
The menu bar
The image window
The toolbox
The panels
In this week’s lab (located in the
Practice section, you will walk through
Photoshop.
When you see a picture of the graphic
artist in this course, click on the picture
to see comments or hints.

13. Toolbox
Here you can access image editing
tools.What is the purpose of any graphic
software?
There are four main counterparts to
the Photoshop workspace:
The menu bar
The image window
The toolbox
The panels
In this week’s lab (located in the
Practice section, you will walk through
Photoshop.
When you see a picture of the graphic
artist in this course, click on the picture
to see comments or hints.

14. Identifying Digital Imagery
On of your graded assignments in this unit will help you recognize
and understand the difference between vector-based and pixel-
oriented graphics.
Using magazines, books, or the Internet, find a digital image that
interests you. Answer the following questions:
•Why does the design interest you?
•Is the image pixel- or vector-based? Do you know if the
graphic is pixel- or vector-based?
•How do you think the image was created?
•How do you think this image can influence your future
work?
Place the example of the image in a binder or scrapbook. You
should continue to build this “idea scrapbook” throughout the
course.
There are many examples of images you can find online, including
on sites, such as this one:
http://blog.reflexstock.com/2010/08/50-extremely-awesome-
examples-of-typography/
Note: Links subject to change without notice.

15. Welcome to the Practice section.
In this section, you will practice what you have learned this week through a
combination of Lab and Exercises.
The Lab activities allow you to explore the Photoshop software.
The Exercises give you more practice with the Photoshop software.
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In this Demo Lab, you will use Adobe Photoshop to create
digital images. You will begin by using a royalty-free image,
which you can find on the Internet at a web site like:
http://www.morguefile.com/
If you have previous Photoshop experience, try some
more advanced techniques such as adding a drop shadow,
rotating the image, and creating a unique composite by
adding something that is different.
Follow the directions by clicking on each step. To make this
easier, you can open Photoshop and resize the open
windows so you can see these directions and Photoshop at
the same time.
Note: Links subject to change without notice.
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17. Using Photoshop Tools
Log on to the Internet. Visit a royalty-free image Web site and download an
image of fruits. The image should have more than one piece of fruit and
preferably some of the fruits should be sliced; good choices would be
oranges or lemons. Download an image of any texture, save it to a folder, and
then open the image in Adobe Photoshop CS4.
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18. Using Photoshop Tools
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Using the selection tools, select one of the fruits. Try each of the selection
tools, including the Marquee tool, the Lasso, and the Quick Selection tool, to
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After selecting the fruit, change its color. To perform this task, use the following steps:
1. Click Image> Adjustments> Levels. The Levels window will open.
2. Under Channel, select Red.
3. Move the slider to adjust the color of the selected area.
4. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 on other fruits. You will now have at least three different
colored fruits.
Hint: Click the Preview button to see the adjustments as you make them. When the
desired color is reached, click OK.
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20. Using Photoshop Tools
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Under Window, select Layers to display the Layers palette. On the Layers fly out menu,
click Duplicate Layer. You will now have two layers of fruit.
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21. Using Photoshop Tools
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Click the bottom layer. Use the Marquee tool to select the entire image. Click Delete.
The bottom layer is now the background color.
Click the top layer. Use the selection tool of your choice to select the background. Press
and hold the Shift key to continue adding areas to the selection until the entire
background area is selected. Click Delete to delete the background.
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22. Using Photoshop Tools
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Open the texture image. Using the Move tool, drag the texture image to the fruit
image. Notice that in the Layers palette, the texture now has its own layer. If necessary,
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23. Using Photoshop Tools
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After selecting the texture layer, click Edit> Transform> Scale. Handles appear on the
image. Drag the handles to scale the texture to fill the entire background.
Hint: Pressing and holding the Shift key while dragging scales the object
proportionately. Double-click the background to apply scale.
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24. Using Photoshop Tools
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Use the Crop tool to trim the image and create an interesting composition.
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25. Using Photoshop Tools
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Save the file and print all three images, including the two source images and the
composite by clicking File> Save and File> Print.
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In this activity, you will create simple
masks in Adobe Photoshop using
the layers palette, brush and
gradient tools.
By using layers in Photoshop , you
can create dynamic visual designs.
This technique can later be applied
to other course activities.

27. Layer Masks
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Place image in document. Images may be obtained
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While holding down the option key, click on the line
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Paint on the gradient to show the image below.

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Apply filters to create textures.

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Save and print.

37. Welcome to the Apply section.
In this section, you will have the chance to apply what you have learned in this unit to
unique problem or request.
You will identify the question or problem and create a solution.
Click the Challenge icon to the right to begin.
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38. Click the Email icon to see your task this week.

39. FROM: Nancy Wells, Manager
RE: New Client
We’re so glad you joined our graphic design firm, and just in the nick of time.
We have a new client, KiteTails, who designs and manufactures kiteboards. Have you heard of this sport? I haven’t, so
I imagine we’ll have to do a little research.
We need you to create a pocket folder cover illustration that shows off the essence of the company. They’re a new
company, so here’s what we know about them:
1. They make kiteboards
2. The owners are young
3. Their customers are athletic and adventurous, usually between the ages of 18-30.
Thanks for your help on this.
Use Adobe Photoshop CS4 and techniques used in the Practice activities to
create this pocket folder cover that will become part of your portfolio. See
the Assignments for this unit for more details.