Adobe Photoshop - Lesson Seven

Discover Photoshop's hidden video powers and bridge the gap between still and moving images. This 3-4 hour lesson introduces you to creating dynamic graphics for video projects, focusing on designing a lower third banner with a logo.

Key learning outcomes:

• Create and edit vector shapes for video graphics
• Work with gradients, swatches, and custom patterns
• Use layer styles effectively for video elements
• Understand video layers and timeline in Photoshop
• Export graphics for use in video editing software

We'll start by setting up a document with the appropriate settings for video output. You'll learn to create and manipulate vector shapes, including irregular rounded rectangles and custom shapes, to form the basis of your lower third design.

Throughout the lesson, you'll master gradient creation and management, learning to create custom gradients that add depth and visual interest to your graphics. We'll also cover swatch organization and the creation of custom pattern overlays, which are essential skills for creating professional-looking designs.

You'll dive deep into layer management, learning to organize, group, and lock layers for efficient workflow. We'll explore advanced layer style techniques, including how to copy and modify styles across multiple layers.
The lesson will cover text manipulation and typography specifically for video graphics, ensuring your lower thirds are attractive and legible. You'll also learn to import video into Photoshop and work with video layers, opening up new design possibilities.

Finally, we'll cover exporting your layers and graphics in formats suitable for video editing software, ensuring your creations are ready for use in video projects.

This lesson aligns with several key objective domains for the Adobe Certified Professional exam, including:

2.1 Create a document with the appropriate settings for web, print, and video.
2.3 Use non-printing design tools in the interface to aid in design or workflow.
2.5 Manage colors, swatches, and gradients.
2.6 Work with brushes, styles, and patterns.
3.1 Use layers to manage design elements.
4.1 Use core tools and features to create visual elements.
4.4 Transform digital graphics and media.
4.6 Modify the appearance of design elements by using filters and styles.
5.1 Prepare images for export to web, print, and video.
5.2 Export or save digital images to various file formats.

Enroll now and add motion graphics to your skill set, opening up new creative possibilities in video production. You'll learn how to create professional-looking lower thirds, animated logos, and other graphics that seamlessly integrate with video content, expanding your Photoshop expertise into motion design!