Module 1: Introduction to Photoshop

• What is Photoshop?
• Workspace overview (Panels, Tools, Menu)
• Creating & saving documents
• Understanding file formats (PSD, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, etc.)
• Color modes (RGB, CMYK, Grayscale)

Module 2: Tools & Interface

• Move, Marquee, Lasso, and Quick Selection tools
• Brush, Eraser, Gradient, Paint Bucket
• Crop, Slice, Eyedropper tools
• Clone Stamp & Healing tools
• Pen tool basics
• Type tool basics

Module 3: Working with Layers

• Understanding layers
• Adjustment layers
• Layer styles & blending options
• Masks: layer masks & clipping masks
• Smart objects

Module 4: Photo Editing & Retouching

• Basic corrections (Exposure, Contrast, White Balance)
• Skin retouching techniques
• Removing blemishes, spots, and unwanted elements
• Dodging & Burning
• Frequency separation (advanced retouching)
• Color correction & color grading

Module 5: Selections & Masking

• Manual selection tools
• Select Subject & Select and Mask workspace
• Refining hair & complex edges
• Advanced masking techniques

Module 6: Working with Text & Shapes

• Adding and formatting text
• Character & paragraph settings
• Shape layers & vector graphics
• Creating flyers, posters, and social media posts

Module 7: Filters & Special Effects

• Blur, Sharpen, Distort filters
• Camera Raw filter
• Creative effects (glow, dispersion, double exposure)
• Realistic shadows & lighting effects

Module 8: Compositing & Manipulation

• Combining multiple images
• Perspective matching
• Photorealistic compositing
• Creating surreal edits & manipulations

Module 9: Photoshop for Digital Art

• Digital painting basics
• Brush settings & custom brushes
• Line art & coloring techniques

Module 10: Photoshop for UI/Graphic Design

• Layout and grid basics
• Creating banners, ads, and thumbnails
• Mockups with smart objects

Module 11: Exporting & Output

• Export for web, print, and social media
• File optimization
• Color profiles & resolution

Module 12: Projects

• Photo retouching project
• Poster/flyer design
• Product image editing
• Creative composite artwork