Beginner Guide to Photoshop and Creative Retouching — PickAClass
⏱ 2h 30m 📚 25 lessons

Beginner Guide to Photoshop and Creative Retouching

Master the fundamentals of image editing, layers, and compositing through structured, step-by-step written tutorials designed for absolute beginners.

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About this course

Have you always wanted to edit images, restore old photos, or create stunning digital artwork but felt overwhelmed by complex software interfaces? Photoshop is the industry standard for creative expression, and learning its core tools is easier than you think. This course provides a clear, structured path to build your confidence and technical skills from the ground up. By following our practical explanations, you will transform from a complete novice into a capable creator who understands how to manipulate pixels, adjust colors, and combine multiple images seamlessly. What you'll learn: - Understand the workspace, essential tools, and document setup basics - Master non-destructive editing using layers, masks, and smart objects - Apply precise color corrections and tonal adjustments to enhance any photo - Practice professional photo retouching techniques to remove blemishes and unwanted objects - Create realistic composited images by combining multiple visual elements - Configure modern web-ready assets and export files in the correct formats We start with the absolute basics, explaining key terminology and interface navigation before moving into hands-on projects. You will learn through detailed text descriptions and practical examples that build upon each other. This course is designed specifically for beginners with no prior design or photo editing experience. All you need is a desire to learn and create. Start your creative journey today and gain skills that will last a lifetime.

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Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Cohort rank Top 12% of 1,625
Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
Mastery score 91 / 100
Practice-question score 94%
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