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Photoshop’s Newest Tools

Unlock Your Creative Potential

Discover a streamlined approach to compositing in this step-by-step project course. Learn to blend, refine, and create stunning ocean scenes using Photoshop’s latest AI-powered features.

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Intrepid Ocean Explorer Composite Course

Turbo Power your Compositing Workflow with the Latest Tools

Master the Art of Composite Creation

Unleash Your Creativity with AI-Powered Tools

Embark on a journey through Photoshop’s latest release, where adventure meets technology. In this transformative course, you’ll explore the power of AI-enhanced tools like Generative Fill and Smart Selections, creating stunning ocean composites from start to finish. Navigate the depths of Camera RAW, refine your blending and retouching skills, and elevate your images with advanced color grading techniques. Whether you’re just starting or looking to enhance your expertise, this course offers an adventurous roadmap to mastering composite artistry. Dive in and explore limitless possibilities!

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LESSONS

17

LENGTH

3h 6m

SOFTWARE

PS 2024

 

Harnessing the Power of AI

Blend Creativity with Technology

Unlock the secrets of composite mastery by combining artistic vision with cutting-edge AI technology. Learn to craft breathtaking ocean scenes as you master selections, masks, and advanced blending techniques. Leverage Photoshop’s newest AI tools—Generative Fill, Smart Selections, and Generative Expand—to speed up your workflow without compromising creativity. This course will sharpen your skills and introduce innovative techniques, empowering you to create captivating composite masterpieces that push the boundaries of your imagination.

 
MODULE ONE: THE ESSENTIALS

Mastering Photoshop Fundamentals

Whether you're new to Photoshop or a seasoned user, this module offers something for everyone. We cover the essentials, from the toolbar to the new contextual task bar, blending modes, and essential shortcuts. This is your introduction (or refresher) to the Photoshop interface, all based on the latest version of the software, with tips to help you work smarter and more creatively. And yes, Camera RAW also gets its own lesson because all composites start with photographs.

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MODULE TWO: SETTING THE SCENE

New AI-Powered Tools, Familiar Workflows

In this module, you’ll lay the foundation for your composite using Photoshop’s newest AI-powered feature: the Generative Image tool. Learn how to leverage AI to create cinematic backdrops, blending generated assets with your own photography for seamless integration. You’ll master the process of combining cutting-edge tools with your existing compositing techniques to create a dynamic, visually stunning scene that sets the stage for the rest of the project.

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MODULE THREE: THE START OF THE SHOW

Bringing Your Subject to Life

In this module, the focus shifts to integrating your main subject into the scene. You’ll master selection and masking techniques to extract your subject, and learn essential blending skills to seamlessly integrate her into the composite. We’ll also dive into Puppet Warp to position and manipulate elements like a scarf, creating natural movement. By the end, your subject will feel fully immersed in the scene, truly becoming the star of the show.

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MODULE FOUR: ADDING THE MAGIC

Transforming Your Composite into a Masterpiece

In this final module, we’ll focus on elevating your composite with key details and enhancements. From adding dynamic elements like dolphins and birds to using Generative Expand for recropping, this is where you’ll perfect your project. We’ll also cover final adjustments such as color grading and fine-tuning, ensuring your composite shines and is ready for any format. This is the finishing step to making your scene truly magical!

 
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Rikard Rodin, Instructor

Rikard is an experienced creative professional with a background in graphic design, web and interactive design, 3D modeling, and video and motion graphics. He has worked for clients such as SEGA, Virgin Unite, and Riot Games, and has created a wide range of design projects including book and album covers, posters, and full print advertising campaigns. His work has been translated into multiple languages and has been recognized with numerous design awards.

In addition to his professional experience, Rikard has also shared his knowledge and skills with others through his design blog and Photoshop tutorials. His articles have been featured in international magazines and he has even guest-lectured on color theory at Chapman University. Rikard has helped hundreds of thousands of designers and artists improve their skills through his paid training and free YouTube content.

On a more personal note, Rikard is a father of twin girls, loves photography and woodworking. And his training on Photoshop have helped hundreds of thousands become better at bringing their vision and imagination to life.

The Adventure of Creativity

Embark on a creative journey and explore the endless possibilities of Photoshop with our course. You’ll master the art of composite creation while navigating the uncharted territories of your imagination. Picture yourself transforming your photographs into captivating scenes, breaking free from the limits of reality. As a photographer, you'll explore new horizons in visual storytelling, using Photoshop to craft unique, stunning compositions. Join us and discover the thrill of creation as you navigate your own artistic adventure. The possibilities are limitless!

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We understand that you can spend your money with one of many instructors and appreciate that you've chosen Nucly in your Photoshop journey. To make your buying decision easier, we have a 30 day satisfaction guarantee—no questions asked. If you aren't happy with your product and our support team can't resolve it, you will get a full refund.

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Unlock the Power of AI‑Enhanced Tools

As artists, the goal is not to be replaced by AI, but to enhance our creativity with tools that push the boundaries of what's possible. In this course, you'll explore how Photoshop's AI-powered features act as an extension of your artistic capabilities, providing new ways to express your vision without sacrificing creativity. Tools like generative fill and AI-assisted selections allow you to streamline your workflow and focus more on the creative decisions that make your work unique.

With AI working alongside you, you’ll discover how these powerful features assist in generating key elements like skies or reflections, giving you full control over the artistic process. You’ll learn how to use these tools as a foundation to enhance your own creative input—creating composites that are richer, more dynamic, and faster to produce.

This course isn’t about letting AI take over, but about leveraging its capabilities to bring your artistry to the next level. Join us and see how these AI-enhanced tools can make your creative process more intuitive, efficient, and even more fun—without compromising your personal touch.

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Special Bonus - 3 Overlay Packs included with Purchase

Lens Flares Brushes

50 custom designed, high-quality lens flare brushes and overlays to add detail and texture to your images.

$19.99 USD

Water Brushes

35 custom designed, high-quality water brushes and overlays to add detail and texture to your images.

$19.99 USD

Bokeh & Light Leaks Brushes

50 custom designed, high-quality bokeh and light leak brushes and overlays to add detail and texture to your images.

$19.99 USD
THIS COURSE IS INCLUDED IN THE NUCLY ALL-ACCESS ACADEMY

Save 85% when you sign up for our brand-new ALL ACCESS Nucly Academy. With the Academy, you get all of my professional training, 2,500+ Photoshop assets and presets plus our exclusive community. 

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Lesson 1:
Course Introduction

Get an overview of the course as we dive into creating a cinematic composite using Photoshop’s latest tools, including generative AI. You’ll also learn about the photography setup used for the project and how to adapt it for your own work.

Lesson 2:
Photoshop Interface

Familiarize yourself with Photoshop's interface and learn where to find the essential tools. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, this lesson helps you navigate the workspace and sets you up for a seamless compositing workflow.

 

Lesson 3:
Tool Bar

Explore Photoshop’s toolbar and discover how each tool works. Learn how to quickly access settings using the contextual options bar, making your workflow more efficient and adaptable.

 

Lesson 4:
Customizing the Workspace

Customize your Photoshop workspace and palettes to suit your workflow. Learn which tools to prioritize and how to optimize your interface for efficiency and creativity.

Lesson 5:
The Layers Palette

Master the layers palette, Photoshop’s most essential feature. Learn about layer types, masks, and how to organize elements for seamless composite creation.

Lesson 6:
Basics of Blending Modes

Learn how Photoshop’s blending modes work and how they can enhance your projects. Experiment with different modes to create unique visual effects in your composites.

Lesson 7:
Essential Shortcuts

Speed up your Photoshop workflow with essential shortcuts. Learn key navigational and tool shortcuts that will help you work faster and more efficiently.

Lesson 8:
Camera RAW Interface

Explore the Camera RAW interface and learn how to enhance your raw images. Familiarize yourself with tools for adjusting exposure, color, and more for optimal photo editing.

Lesson 9:
Generate Image Feature

Use Photoshop’s latest Generate Image feature to create a beautiful sky. Learn how this AI tool sets the foundation for your composite and speeds up your workflow.

Lesson 10:
Reflections on Water

Create realistic water reflections and seamlessly blend them with the sky. Learn key blending techniques and make adjustments in Camera RAW to perfect your reflections.

Lesson 11:
Selections and Masks

Master selections and masking techniques to cut out your subject and integrate it into the composite. Learn how to make clean, precise selections for a polished final image.

Lesson 12:
Blending Elements

Learn how to blend your subject into the background using color correction and generative fill. This lesson covers how to seamlessly merge elements for a cohesive composite.

Lesson 13:
Scarfs in the Wind

Bring separately photographed scarves into your composite and use Puppet Warp to create realistic movement. Learn how to position and blend the scarf naturally into your scene.

Lesson 14:
Dolphins and Birds

Add dolphins and birds to your composite. Learn how to cut them out, integrate them into the scene, and use Photoshop’s Generate Image feature to create dynamic elements.

Lesson 15:
Final Touches

Add the final touches to your composite, including adjusting the subject’s eye color to match the sky and ensuring a seamless blend of all elements in the scene.

Lesson 16:
Generative Expand

Use Photoshop’s Generative Expand feature to recrop your image to different aspect ratios. Learn how to adjust your composite for various formats during export.

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