PHOT 160 - Photoshop and Lightroom

Credit(s): 3

This course teaches students to simplify the photography process from shoot to finish. The student will use Lightroom to learn to manage this digital workflow, while complementing Adobe Photoshop software. Lightroom will be used to import, manage, and adjust one image or large volumes of digital photographs. This course will introduce students to the tools and techniques used by the professionals in the photography field. Includes image capture, manipulation, and output. Students will learn the hardware and software used by today’s creative professionals in a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and class projects. This course is intended for dedicated photography students. (All Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes

Explain how images are captured with digital cameras and scanners.
Exhibit competence with basic photo editing software programs.
Manipulate images to enhance, stylize, or morph them.
Manipulate color and textures of images.
Develop creative photo editing processes.
Present images in a professional format.
Operate digital printers.