Intro to Photoshop for VFX
Instructors: Jason Keyser, David Hall
Included with Free VFX Training, VFX-A All Access
Get up to speed on the Photoshop tools, layers, adjustments, and pro tips FX artists use in the free VFX course.
2 Hours
This course includes nearly two hours of training.
Skill Level
Beginner Level One course for new artists.
Software
Adobe Photoshop CC
Instant Access
Immediately available to Free VFX training and All Access members.
Course Breakdown
Lesson overview.
Photoshop Tools
The biggest difference between digital and analog drawing is the amount of tools available to you. Learn how to draw, erase, scale, and modify your drawings in Photoshop.
Layers in Photoshop
Perhaps the second most important part of digital art is layers! Learn about organizing your files, Transform tools, and basic Layer filters.
Photoshop Adjustments
Further tips and tricks to make your digital drawing life easier! Round out your toolbox for Photoshop with these additional suggestions.
Photoshop VFX Pro Tips
Further tips and tricks to make your digital drawing life easier! Round out your toolbox for Photoshop with these additional suggestions.
Animating FX in Photoshop
This video goes over the basic setup you need to animate in Photoshop. From initial setups, hotkeys, some tips and tricks, and of course a fun exercise!
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