10203104Image Editing and Workflow
Course Information
Description
Produce digital images using a camera; compare image formats, file types, and color modes. Set up a workflow process to import, edit, and export images efficiently; perform non-destructive editing and manage layers. Navigate files and folders within the Lightroom Library module. Compare digital images on-screen to inkjet prints. Photoshop and Lightroom Classic are used. 
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Use the DSLR or Mirrorless cameras
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration, Photo Project (10 images)
    Criteria
    Use camera and flash essentials
    Demonstrate function of aperture priority or shutter speed priority
    Demonstrate effects of F-Stop (aperture setting) on depth of field and shutter speed on photographs
    Demonstrate effects of shutter speed on photographs
    Images are focused and exposed within normal range
    Images show variation in focus, blur, etc.

  2. Shoot photographs
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration, Photo Project (15-20 images)
    Criteria
    Use the DSLR or Mirrorless cameras
    Wide Shot: At least two images are wide shot (scene is established showing overall layout or structure)
    Color Story: Five images emphasize different dominant colors
    Macro World: Three to five images are macro or close-up shots showing details
    Light and Shadow: Two to three images use natural light creatively
    Human Interaction: One to three images are candid or posed shots of people interacting
    Patterns and Repetition: Two images are of repeating shapes or patterns in nature or design
    Unexpected Details: Two images are of something surprising, strange, or often overlooked

  3. Manipulate digital files, formats, and resolutions
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration, Photo Project (15)
    Criteria
    Define digital image (pixels, resolution, DPI)
    Differentiate file types such as JPEG, PNG, TIFF, RAW
    Determine when and why to use file types
    Compare color modes of RGB vs CMYK
    Identify metadata and image properties
    Compare different image formats

  4. Set up a workflow to import, edit, and export images
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration, Five Images (provided)
    Criteria
    Import photos from external hard drive
    Name files and folders
    Create catalogs
    Cull and rate images
    Perform batch processing and presets
    Export settings for web, print, or social media

  5. Use the Lightroom Library module
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Import images into the Lightroom Library module
    Compare images and rate each
    Make quality decisions about images
    Use the filter function using star rating, color label
    Apply keyword and copyright
    Use the attribute in the Filter tool

  6. Demonstrate essential photo editing techniques
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration using Sample File
    Criteria
    Use Lightroom Classic for photo editing
    Crop, straighten, and resize
    Adjust exposure, contrast, brightness, shadows, and highlights
    Manipulate white balance and color correction
    Manipulate sharpening and noise reduction

  7. Perform non-destructive editing and manage layers
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration, Photo Project (two versions of an image)
    Criteria
    Use Lightroom Classic
    One image is saved as original and one a virtual copy
    Create two versions of the same image
    Apply global changes to one image
    Apply local changes to one image
    Use adjustment layers without altering the original
    Perform mask and layer blending
    Locate the history and undo options

  8. Create digital inkjet prints
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration, Prints
    Criteria
    Print shows use of Photoshop layer masking techniques
    Print shows use of Lightroom Classic masking techniques
    Print is on photopaper
    Adjust your proof print
    Compare monitor view of image to printed image
    You apply print settings from Photoshop or Lightroom Classic Print Module

  9. Present a collection of your strongest work from the course
    Assessment Strategies
    Written Document, Oral Presentation with Slide Show, Five of your best Images
    Criteria
    Make decisions about the quality of your images
    Images show technical skill, creativity, and workflow effectiveness
    Assess your growth in both image capture and editing workflow skills
    Describe the development of your personal style
    Describe advances in your technical growth
    Assess your editing workflow efficiency
    Written document includes a brief summary (3–5 sentences) for each image
    Summary includes the original concept or intent behind the shot
    Summary includes the shooting setup (camera, lens, lighting, settings, etc.)
    Summary includes the editing process (software used, key adjustments, or creative choices)
    Images are submitted as high-resolution JPEGs or (TIFFs)
    Filenames are clear (e.g., Lastname_Firstname_Image1.jpg).
    Photos are exported in JPEG format