In this lesson, you will discover how to set up Photoshop. Instructor Chris Legaspi begins by recommending hardware and software that he uses. Next, he goes over how to open and navigate around Photoshop as well as how to set up an efficient workspace. Then, he briefly introduces you to the menu bars, layers, brushes, and colors.

This lesson belongs to the course Introduction to Photoshop. During this 9-week course, Chris Legaspi teaches you the fundamentals of Photoshop. You will learn through valuable lessons with in-depth demonstrations and beneficial assignments. After completing the course, you will be able to edit photo references and photos of your artwork. You will also be proficient at sketching, painting from scratch, and creating color comp by mastering the basic tools of Photoshop.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.