Photoshop is one of those extremely versatile programs that can be used by beginners just dabbling, or professionals who create graphics for a living. Whichever group you fit into, one thing is true about Photoshop: It’s a deep program, and there’s a lot to learn. Even the most experienced Photoshop users are regularly learning new ways to do things with the application.
For those just getting started, it’s overwhelming. There’s so much to learn, even if you just want to do the basics. That’s why this post on Photoshop Basics from Vandelay Design blog is so valuable. The post has links to over 100 tutorials focusing on the basic fundamentals of Photoshop, including:
- Getting Started with Photoshop
- Photoshop’s Toolbox
- Using Palettes in Photoshop
- Working with Layers
- The Pen Tool
- Brushes and Other Presets
- The Type Tool
- Selection Tools
- Clone Stamp Tool
- An Explanation of Photoshop Blend Modes
- Filters
- Channels
It’s a perfect collection for beginners, or those looking to sharpen there skills. So set aside a couple hours (days?) and start to explore!
