Adobe Photoshop for Fashion Design
Through virtual demonstrations and industry image references, we will cover the basic tools of Adobe Photoshop and its many uses in graphic design as it relates to the fashion industry.
Course curriculum
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1
Welcome to Adobe Photoshop!
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How to use this course
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Photoshop Recommended Supplies
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Engage with our Fashion Community via Discussion Boards
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Tell us a little about yourself!
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Join our online Facebook community!
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2
Lesson 1: Introduction to Graphic Design
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Lesson 1: Getting started!
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Lesson 1: Introduction to Photoshop
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Lesson 1: Keeping a Tidy Workspace
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Lesson 1: Using Windows
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Lesson 1: Helpful Shortcuts
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Lesson1: Save you work
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Lesson 1: File Types
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Lesson 1: DPI vs PPI
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Lesson 1: RGB vs CMYK
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Lesson 1: Layers
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Lesson 1: Swatches
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Lesson 1: Gradient and Paint Bucket tool
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Lesson 1: Gradient and Paint Bucket tool EXTRA INFO!
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Lesson 1: Move tool
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Lesson 1: Marquee Tool
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Activity 1: Draw a T-shirt CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 1: Assignment
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Lesson 1: ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 2: ‘Doctoring’ Photos
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Lesson 2: Getting Started!
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Lesson 2: Transforming Images
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Lesson 2: What is Rasterizing?
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Lesson 2: Using the Lasso Tool
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Lesson 2: Using Object, Quick and Magic Wand Selection Tools
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Activity 1: Create a scene using your own images
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Activity 2: Unconventional Outfit CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 2: Assignment
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Lesson 2: ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 3: Photo editing
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Lesson 3: Getting Started!
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Lesson 3: Using Curves Tool
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Lesson 3: Using Hue and Saturation Tool
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Lesson 3: Using Levels Tool
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Lesson 3: Using the Brightness and Contrast Tool
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Activity 1: Retouching hand sketches CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Activity 1: Adjusting the colors in a scene
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Lesson 3: Assignment
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Lesson 3: HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 4: Graphic collage
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Lesson 4: Getting Started!
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Lesson 4: Using Masks
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Lesson 4: Using Masks CONTINUED
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Lesson 4: Creating T-shirt Graphics
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Activity 1: Creating a graphic T-shirt CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 4: Assignment
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Lesson 4: ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 5: Studying graphic design
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Lesson 5: Getting Started!
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Lesson 5: Using the Content Aware Fill
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Lesson 5: Using the Eye Dropper Tool
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Activity 1: Create a Color board CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 5: Lookbooks
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Lesson 5: Analyzing effective logos
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Lesson 5: FINAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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Activity 2: YOUR Favorite Logos
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Lesson 5: Assignment
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Lesson 5: ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 6: Understanding brand identity through design
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Lesson 6: Getting Started!
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Lesson 6: Compressing a PDF
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Lesson 6: Clone Stamp Tool
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Activity 1: Create a moodboard for your Final Project CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 6: Using the Align Tool
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Lesson 6: Assignment
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Lesson 6: ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 7: Logo design and Print Design
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Lesson 7: Getting Started!
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Lesson 7: Print Design
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Lesson 7: Creating a Halftone Screen
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Activity 1: Create a Halftone Screen Print CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 7: Brushes
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Activity 2: Create your own Brush
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Lesson 7: Text tool
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Lesson 7: Assignment / FINAL PROJECT BRIEF
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Lesson 7: ASSIGNMENT/ DRAFT FINAL PROJECT SUBMISSION
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Lesson 8: Final Project and Critique
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Lesson 8: Wrapping up!
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Lesson 8: Moodboard Peer Feedback
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Lesson 8: Concept pages Peer Feedback
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Lesson 8: Logo / Resume Peer feedback
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Activity 1: Progress review CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENT
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Lesson 8: HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT/ FINAL PROJECT SUBMISSION
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Congratulations! Get your Certificate of Completion and enjoy some additional resources.
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Fashion Portfolio Tips and Tricks
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Follow us on Instagram!
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Get your Certificate of Completion
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Higher education on your terms
We've created this online course series to bring professional fashion techniques to the comfort of your home studio, coffee shop, or dining room table. This beginner course is perfect for;
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Aspiring Fashion Designers
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Aspiring Sketch Artists
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Hobbyists Ready to Level Up
Instructor
Meghan Kenney
Instructor
Meghan Ann is a women’s apparel designer & fashion illustrator based in Fishtown, Philadelphia who has worked for renowned brands such as Free People & QVC.
Graduating with a BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University, Meg’s designs are influenced by vintage elements, natural dyes, and implements of fine tailoring.
Having worked in design for the past 3 years in Philadelphia, she utilizes Adobe programs on a daily basis, offering students real-world applicable knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator from concept to production design. As an Assistant Designer, Meg is passionate about sustainability within the fashion industry, tailoring construction, and watercolor painting.
Outside of design, Meg can & will speak in length about her love of Richmond, vintage clothing and indie rock bands whenever possible.
DRIP SCHEDULE
Your lessons will be released weekly after your enrollment date. Live sessions to chat with our instructor will be on Tuesdays 7.30 - 9pm! You will have 90 days to use and complete this course.
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
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Who should take these courses?
We've created these online courses for aspiring fashion designers, sewing/design hobbyists, and dabblers looking to gain some new skills. We offer courses for all levels and welcome beginners to our community.
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What tools/equipment do I need?
We recommend that students have a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer, as well as a smart phone to upload photos of their weekly classwork and homework assignments. Additional course specific supply lists will be provided with each course.
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What will my schedule look like for the certificate courses?
Our certificate courses will have a weekly drip schedule that will release that week's lessons, classwork submission prompts, and homework submission prompts. Students will then have access to weekly live office hours via Google Hangouts to speak with their instructor for questions and real-time feedback. Students will be expected to submit their assignments by midnight the evening before the next live session. We do not have live sessions on US holidays. You will be given a calendar upon enrollment to check the available dates and times.
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What will my schedule look like for hobbyist projects and workshops?
Once you purchase our online workshops and hobbyist projects, your schedule is your own. You will not receive a grade, so you can complete each project at your leisure.
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Will I receive a grade for taking a course?
Only students taking our Certificate Courses will receive grades. Passing grades will count towards Made Institute's Designer Development Program.
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Is Made Institute a real school?
Yes! We are licensed by the PA Dept. of Education. Our curriculum has been scrutinized and approved by the state to ensure our students are getting a quality education.
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Does Made Institute offer a degree?
No. While we are licensed as a Privately Licensed School, Made Institute is not accredited. We have found that many of our students are not looking for a degree, but rather an expedited education that will get them closer to their fashion design goals more quickly. Upon completion of the Certificate Courses, students will receive a Certificate of Completion that can be mailed to students upon request.
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How long will I have access to the course materials?
For Certificate courses check the course description for the enrollment duration. Our hobbyist projects and workshops will be available as long as the student membership is active.
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How will I get feedback on my Final Project?
We offer Critiques throughout the year during the live sessions. Check your welcome email to see when the next one is. These are great opportunities to formally present your work in an industry style format and get instant feedback!