An action is a Photoshop shortcut—a series of operations condensed into a single step to make your image-editing easier and more efficient. Many unique actions are available online, but you can also create your own to address your specific photographic needs. There are actions for turning color images into rich looking black and white images; for making skies pop; for making skin tones glow, and much, much more. In this class, you’ll explore the exciting world of Photoshop actions with Adobe Certified Photoshop Expert Susan Bein. You’ll learn where to find the best actions online and how to install them. You’ll also learn how to create your own actions to add precise control and flexibility to your digital practice.

Required prerequisite: Basic Photoshop or instructor’s consent.

About the Facility:

This class will be held in Newspace’s state-of-the-art digital lab space. Each student will have their own 20-inch iMac station and access to all software and hardware necessary for the class. Studying in our lab makes learning easy – all the tools you’ll need will be right at your fingertips.

Susan Bein began photographing with black and white film over 40 years ago, taking workshops with Ansel Adams, Aaron Siskind, Paul Caponigro and Minor White. She enthusiastically embraced the digital age for its ability to give instant feedback and allow for more collaboration with subjects, and more creative risk-taking. She has taught Photoshop since its early versions and loves introducing fellow photographers to its powerful creative potential.

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