course description
In this two-day class you will learn how to use several Adobe applications to create great looking web graphics. If you are planning to jump into the world of the web, this class is a must! You will learn when to use a .gif or a .jpg, and why. By the end of this course, you will have learned how to make an animated gif and create web elements such as imagemaps and rollovers. You will also learn how programs like Photoshop help with writing all the JavaScript and HTML code, so the transition to your web page is effortless. Want a cool Flash® animation without knowing Flash coding? We will show you how using Photoshop and Illustrator, to do just that. This course is all about how to make your images look better, pop off the page, load faster, and be noticed. We will, of course, throw in some very cool web graphic tricks along the way.
topics covered
General Overview of the Course
Web Graphics
understanding web formats | .gif | .jpg | .png | .swg | .swf | proper use of web formats
Resolution
understanding web image resolution | resizing web images | RGB and Indexed color modes
Color and Web Graphics
when to use “web-safe” colors | applying hexadecimal colors | creating custom color palettes
Save For Web
using Photoshop save for web feature | exploring web settings | previewing images on the web | saving custom settings | exploring color tables | using matte features | using transparency
Enhancing Graphics
sharpening graphics | adding saturation | enhancing text | adding shadows | adding bevels and emboss techniques
Layers
layers for transparency | creating effects with layers | layer masks | using layers for rollovers
Channels
using channels for selections | isolating areas for sharpening, etc | saving selections
Patterns
effective use of patterns | creating patterns | background patterns
Slicing
slicing images for the web | slices in tables and floating boxes | slices for rollovers
Rollovers
image transition rollovers | rollover buttons | using layers | saving with JavaScript code
Animation
how to create animated .gifs | opening existing .gifs | how to save as a .swf | .gif vs. .swf
Illustrator and the Web
save for web feature in Illustrator | 3-d creation | creating a .swf file | Illustrator layers to Photoshop layers | symbols
Web Graphic Tips
creating a watermark | studio techniques for images | tricks for creating backgrounds | layer effects
Every course offered is fully customized and will include all your individual requirements. If you don’t need it, we won’t teach it! Your satisfaction is our primary goal.
course times and materials
course times
Courses are generally scheduled from 9:00am-4:00pm
Two short breaks are scheduled throughout the day and there is a 1 hour break for lunch.
course materials
intensebluestudio’s primary objective is to make sure all of your educational goals are met. If you don’t need to learn it, we won’t teach it! Our course outlines and/or books will be used only as guides, but topics may be altered to your specifications and individual requirements. The material will be yours to keep for reference after the class.
