Layer → New Adjustment Layer → Curves
Filter → Blur → Gaussian Blur
Ctrl+J to duplicate, Ctrl+T to transform
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Photoshop Mastery

Master Adobe Photoshop - the world's most powerful image editing software. Learn professional photo editing, graphic design, digital art, and visual effects to create stunning visuals for any medium.

3 Months Duration
Live Design Sessions
20+ Real Projects
Adobe Certified Expert
₹8,500 ₹18,000 53 % OFF
Layers Panel
T
Text Layer
A
Adjustment
L
Background
Tools Panel
M
Move Tool
L
Lasso Tool
B
Brush Tool

#1 Image Editing Software Worldwide

90%

Professional Market Share

#1

Most In-Demand Design Skill

4.8/5

Student Rating

₹6L

Average Salary

Curriculum

Photoshop Mastery Curriculum

Complete Photoshop training from basics to advanced professional techniques

Module 1: Photoshop Fundamentals

3 Weeks • 12 Hours

  • Interface & Workspace Setup
  • Essential Tools Overview
  • Layers & Layer Management
  • Selection Tools & Techniques
  • Basic Image Adjustments
  • File Formats & Saving
  • Project: Basic Photo Retouch

Module 2: Photo Editing & Retouching

4 Weeks • 16 Hours

  • Color Correction & Grading
  • Skin Retouching Techniques
  • Healing & Clone Stamp Tools
  • Dodging & Burning
  • Frequency Separation
  • Portrait Enhancement
  • Project: Professional Portrait Edit

Module 3: Advanced Selection & Masking

3 Weeks • 12 Hours

  • Quick Selection & Magic Wand
  • Pen Tool Mastery
  • Layer Masks & Clipping Masks
  • Select & Mask Workspace
  • Channel Selections
  • Hair & Fur Selection
  • Project: Complex Object Cutout

Module 4: Digital Painting & Brushes

3 Weeks • 12 Hours

  • Brush Tool Deep Dive
  • Custom Brush Creation
  • Digital Painting Techniques
  • Texture & Pattern Brushes
  • Color Theory Application
  • Mixer Brush & Blending
  • Project: Digital Portrait Painting

Module 5: Special Effects & Compositing

4 Weeks • 16 Hours

  • Layer Styles & Effects
  • Smart Objects & Filters
  • Photo Manipulation
  • Lighting & Shadow Effects
  • Text Effects & Typography
  • 3D Text & Objects
  • Project: Fantasy Scene Creation

Module 6: Professional Workflows

3 Weeks • 12 Hours

  • Batch Processing & Actions
  • Web & UI Design in Photoshop
  • Print Design Preparation
  • Social Media Graphics
  • Portfolio Creation
  • Freelance & Career Guidance
  • Capstone: Complete Brand Identity
Essential Tools

Must-Know Photoshop Tools

Master the core tools that make Photoshop powerful

Move Tool (V)

The most used tool for moving layers, selections, and objects within your document.

V

Crop Tool (C)

Crop images to desired dimensions, straighten horizons, and change composition.

C

Brush Tool (B)

Paint, draw, and apply effects with customizable brushes, opacity, and flow settings.

B

Clone Stamp (S)

Copy pixels from one area to another, essential for removing objects and retouching.

S
File Formats

Essential Photoshop File Types

Understand when to use each file format

.PSD

.JPEG

.PNG

.PDF

.TIFF

.GIF

.EPS

.RAW

Roadmap

Photoshop Designer Roadmap

Your path to becoming a professional Photoshop expert

1

Month 1: Foundations

Master Photoshop interface, essential tools, layers, selections, and basic photo editing techniques.

2

Month 2: Advanced Techniques

Learn advanced selection, masking, retouching, color grading, and digital painting techniques.

3

Month 3: Professional Skills

Master compositing, special effects, typography, workflow automation, and professional projects.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Essential Photoshop Shortcuts

Speed up your workflow with these must-know keyboard shortcuts

Productivity Boosters

New Layer Ctrl+Shift+N
Duplicate Layer Ctrl+J
Free Transform Ctrl+T
Deselect Ctrl+D
Step Backward Ctrl+Alt+Z
Fill Foreground Alt+Delete
Zoom In Ctrl++
Zoom Out Ctrl+-
Applications

Photoshop Application Domains

Professional fields where Photoshop skills are essential

Photography & Retouching

Professional photo editing, color correction, portrait retouching, and photo restoration.

Color Grading Skin Retouching Photo Restoration

Advertising & Marketing

Create banners, social media graphics, product mockups, and advertising materials.

Social Media Graphics Product Mockups Ad Design

Digital Art & Illustration

Create digital paintings, illustrations, concept art, and character designs.

Digital Painting Concept Art Illustration

Film & Entertainment

Create movie posters, visual effects, matte paintings, and entertainment graphics.

Visual Effects Matte Painting Poster Design
Workflows

Professional Photoshop Workflows

Essential workflows for different design tasks

Portrait Retouching

Skin smoothing, eye enhancement, teeth whitening, and overall portrait perfection workflow.

Product Photography

Background removal, color correction, shadow creation, and product presentation workflow.

Photo Compositing

Combining multiple images, matching lighting and colors, creating realistic scenes workflow.

Digital Painting

Sketching, blocking colors, adding details, and finalizing digital artwork workflow.

Projects

Real-World Photoshop Projects

Build portfolio-worthy projects during the course

Professional Portrait Retouching

Complete portrait retouch including skin smoothing, eye enhancement, color grading, and professional finishing.

Frequency Separation Dodge & Burn Color Grading Skin Retouching

Fantasy Scene Compositing

Create a magical fantasy scene by combining multiple images, matching lighting, and adding special effects.

Photo Manipulation Lighting Effects Color Matching Atmosphere

Brand Identity Package

Complete brand package including logo, business cards, social media banners, and product mockups.

Logo Design Mockups Typography Branding
Comparison

Photoshop vs Other Design Tools

Understand where Photoshop fits in the design ecosystem

Software Best For Learning Curve Industry Use Price Range Adobe Photoshop Photo Editing, Digital Art Steep Professional Standard ₹1,675/month Adobe Illustrator Vector Graphics, Logo Design Steep Professional Standard ₹1,675/month Canva Templates, Social Media Easy Beginner/Non-Designers Free - ₹650/month GIMP Basic Photo Editing Moderate Hobbyists, Budget Users Free Affinity Photo Photo Editing Moderate Prosumers ₹3,999 (One-time)
Careers

Photoshop Career Pathways

High-demand roles for Photoshop professionals

Graphic Designer

₹3-8 LPA

Create visual concepts for branding, advertising, and marketing

Photo Retoucher

₹3-7 LPA

Enhance and edit photographs for commercial use

Digital Artist

₹4-10 LPA

Create digital paintings, illustrations, and concept art

UI/UX Designer

₹5-15 LPA

Design user interfaces and experiences for digital products

Requirements

Prerequisites & Certification

What you need and what you'll achieve

Computer Basics

Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows/Mac operating system

Visual Creativity

Interest in design, photography, or visual arts (no prior experience needed)

Photoshop Software

Access to Adobe Photoshop (we help with trial version or affordable options)

Certification

Receive Adobe Photoshop Certified Professional certificate upon completion

Adobe Authorized

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