Course Overview

Become proficient with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.  Develop techniques for different kinds of digital photo-shoot, from still life to action photography.  Study digital image retouching and compositing.  Learn how an illustrator approaches challenges like proportion, perspective, lighting, storytelling, and expression.  Practise drawing techniques on paper as well as on computer.  Study the influence of art history on art styles, themes, and techniques.  

Pre-requisites

Basic computer skills are required.

Qualification

Gatlin Digital Arts Certificate

Support and benefits

• Gain a recognised certificate
• Access to a dedicated tutor to mentor and motivate you throughout
• Access to the Gatlin & ICS online Student Communities, allowing you to interact with other students and browse our resource library
  

Course Code:  906

Key topics

• Mastering Adobe Photoshop
• Mastering Adobe Illustrator
• Digital Photography
• Colour Theory
• Design and Composition

Hours of study

6 months / 225 hours

Technical requirements

A computer with Internet access is required.  You will also require access to the following software: Adobe Photoshop CS, CS2, or CS3; Adobe Illustrator CS2 or CS3.  Furthermore, you must have access to a digital camera rated 3 megapixels or higher.