10203134Advanced Image Editing
Course Information
Description
Build proficiency in digital asset management (DAM) as well as digital image editing and manipulation. This class provides a framework for an organized and scalable DAM workflow covering image capture, storage, organization, editing, and exporting. Important image editing topics include non-destructive editing of digital images, efficient workflows, and advanced tools such as masking and blending. Use industry-standard software. 
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Explain the value of effective digital asset management (DAM) and workflow systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Verbal and/or Written Product
    Criteria
    Identify legal challenges in managing client assets
    Determine client assets and backup procedures
    Describe workflow processes outside of the school environment
    Defend the archiving of digital assets
    Correlate effective asset management to portfolio development

  2. Map out individualized digital asset management (DAM) workflow
    Assessment Strategies
    Presentation, Written Product
    Criteria
    Use Lightroom Classic software
    DAM workflow is organized and scalable
    Lightroom Classic catalog and hard drive are organized according instructor guidelines and industry standards
    Presentation includes an effective DAM back-up plan
    Speak so others can understand
    Convey meaning when speaking

  3. Process raw files
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration, Quiz
    Criteria
    Use Lightroom Classic software
    Use histogram to inform image manipulation
    Use Develop Module for image manipulation
    Perform masking
    Import images according to instructor guidelines and industry standards
    Export images using specific parameters for a desired output
    Processing meets guidelines specified by the instructor

  4. Implement efficiency strategies
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Practice keyboard shortcuts
    Process images and printing using the Lightroom Classic Print Module
    Move images between Lightroom Classic and Photoshop
    Use Photo Merge to merge multiple images

  5. Demonstrate advanced skill in image manipulation (Photoshop)
    Assessment Strategies
    Skills Demonstration, Quiz
    Criteria
    Use Photoshop
    Demonstrate effective use of retouching and selection tools
    Demonstrate refining of selections
    Use a graphics tablet with pen such as a Wacom tablet
    Integrate generative technology into commercial photography workflow
    Practice keyboard shortcuts
    Composite multiple images using refined layer masking
    Utilize layer styles
    Use layer blending

  6. Demonstrate advanced file organization for non-destructive editing (Photoshop)
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Use Photoshop
    Use pen tool and work with paths
    Use layer adjustments for color correction, exposure, and contrast
    Use smart filters
    Use and create smart objects
    Perform layer renaming, grouping, flattening, and merging
    Create and manipulate layer masks to make global and local adjustments
    Save and export images using specific parameters for a desired output
    Image editing and workflow meet guidelines specified by the instructor
    Identify and perform non-destructive editing techniques

  7. Create portfolio-quality photographic prints (Photoshop)
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Demonstrate effective file management processing
    Demonstrate effective resizing and resampling
    Use sharpening tools
    Use professional quality photo printers
    Navigate process (steps) of managing print settings and printer profiles
    Complete test prints to identify any mismatch in color or contrast from screen to print

  8. Demonstrate advanced skill in DAM, image editing, and workflow (Capture One Pro)
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Navigate software interface and customization effectively
    Use layers and masks for DAM and non-destructive editing
    Use tools for adjusting color correction, exposure, and contrast
    Use layers and masks to make global and local adjustments
    Use retouching tools such as cloning and healing
    Use culling tools and annotations
    Export images using specific parameters for a desired output
    Image editing and workflow meet guidelines specified by the instructor

  9. Compare different software options for specific tasks (Capture One Pro and Lightroom Classic)
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    Identify strengths and weaknesses of software in relationship to specific tasks
    Comparison includes analysis of color management performance
    Comparison includes analysis of resizing and cropping performance
    Comparison includes analysis of exposure correction performance