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Lesson 2, Module 1: Raster Editing Essentials I — Workspace, Selections, and Layers

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Raster Editing: Layers and Selections

Lesson 2, Module 1: Raster Editing Essentials I — Workspace, Selections, and Layers

The tool-agnostic fundamentals every raster editor shares: workspace orientation, six selection approaches, and deep layer mechanics including blend modes, masks, and adjustment layers.

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About Raster Editing: Layers and Selections

Inside Raster Editing: Layers and Selections

This zip download focuses on practical design skills you can study at your own pace.

  • — Workspace, selections, and layers
  • — Blend modes, masks, and adjustments
  • — Downloadable lesson materials

This is a self-paced zip download for learners who want a focused introduction to design without a subscription or cohort. Use the included material as a practical reference while you work through your own projects.

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What you receive with Raster Editing: Layers and Selections

  • — 33-page Reader, supplied as PDF and HTML
  • — Fillable PDF workbook with 10 exercises
  • — Answer key and evaluator guide for checking your work
  • — Reference sheets: Blend Modes Masks Quick Reference; Selections Layers Quick Reference
  • — 5 practice files (CSV, SVG, JPG, PNG) made for the exercises

Topics covered in Raster Editing: Layers and Selections

  1. Get oriented in the raster editing workspace
  2. Create, open and set up documents
  3. Navigate: zoom, pan and view modes
  4. Learn the toolset and tool options
  5. Use shortcuts and efficient habits
  6. Understand selections
  7. Make selections with geometric and freehand tools
  8. Make selections by colour and content
  9. Refine edges, feather and use quick mask
  10. Understand layers
  11. Organise layers: groups, order and linking
  12. Use layer masks
  13. Use clipping masks and layer styles
  14. Use blend modes and opacity

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