Wacom MasterClass Vol. 1: Photography & Image Editing

Watch it. Learn it. Do it.

Join Angie Taylor and Steve Caplin for this multifaceted collection that includes a basic course covering the tablet’s tools and settings as well as lessons on beauty retouching, optimizing your architectural and landscape images, and image retouching with Photoshop’s healing and cloning tools. You’ll also get crash courses on Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and Apple Aperture, designed to get you working right away. Each class features lessons with picture-in-picture live footage of the artist working with their pen and tablet, enabling you to see and learn from their techniques up close.

Trainer: Steve Caplin, Angie Taylor

Publication date: Oct 19, 2011

$39.99

Duration: Over 4 hrs

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Welcome to the Wacom MasterClass

This workshop is devoted to the basic settings of your Wacom tablet. You'll get to know not only the various pens and their settings, but also interesting details about ExpressKeys, the Touch Ring, and the Radial menu.

Basic Settings
- In this chapter you'll see how to install the Wacom tablet for Mac or Windows in a way that allows you to use the full functionality of the tablet.
  
  Installing Your Tablet
  - In this tutorial you'll learn how to install the Intuos4 for Macintosh computers from the installation CD. You'll also get an overview of the functionality of the system settings.
    
    Installing on Macintosh
    
    03:04
  - In this video you'll see how to install the latest driver for the Wacom Intuos4 on the Windows operating system. You'll see how to adjust all the functions in the Control Panel and save these functions as files.
    
    Installing on Windows
    
    02:36
  - In this lesson you'll see how to install the Wacom tablet Intuos4 and connect it to your computer via Bluetooth. You'll also get some tips on optimizing the battery life of your tablet.
    
    Installing the Wireless Tablet
    
    04:32
  - In this video we'll take a quick tour of the Wacom Control Panel so you know where everything is.
    
    Control Panel Quick Tour
    
    02:16
- This chapter is all about pens – from the basics and choosing a nib, to settings like pressure and tilt sensitivity, to working with the Eraser, Art Pen, and Airbrush. You'll also learn about the other pens available for you to use with your tablet.
  
  Working with Pens
  - If you have never used a pen and tablet before, it may feel awkward at first. Don't worry, this video will take you through all of the difficulties and get you comfortable.
    
    Pen Basics
    
    04:25
  - This lesson deals with the basic settings of the Grip Pen. You will learn how to change the laterality of the pen if you are left-handed.
    
    Pen Laterality
    
    01:35
  - This video looks at the different nibs provided in your pen holder, as well as the colored rings that you can use to identify pens if you have several of them.
    
    Choosing a Nib
    
    03:11
  - In this tutorial you'll learn about the pressure sensitivity of the pen and how you can adjust its settings to suit the way you work in Photoshop.
    
    Pressure Sensitivity
    
    04:10
  - In this video you'll see how to use the Wacom Control Panel to fine-tune the click threshold and adjust tilt sensitivity to work with the new Art Pen.
    
    Fine Tuning and Tilt Sensitivity
    
    03:46
  - In this video you will see how to set the functions on the side switches individually. You'll see how these switches can be changed to work as a modifier keystroke, a hold key, or a multitude of other functions.
    
    Side Switch Functions
    
    04:17
  - At the top of your pen is the eraser, which also has pressure sensitivity. In this video you'll see how this button maps directly to the Eraser tool in Photoshop. If you prefer you can also assign this button a custom function in the Wacom Control Panel.
    
    The Eraser
    
    02:29
  - Although it is constructed like a classic marker, the Art Pen is not only tilt- and pressure-sensitive, but also capable of rotation sensitivity. In this tutorial you'll learn how it works and how to use this feature in Photoshop.
    
    The Art Pen
    
    03:47
  - In this lesson you'll get to know the Airbrush and see how you can adjust its settings in Photoshop. You'll also see why the Stylus and Touch Ring are particularly useful with the Airbrush.
    
    The Airbrush
    
    06:51
  - In this video you'll learn about the other pens available for you to use with your tablet, including the Classic Pen, the Intuos4 Ink Pen, and the Ballpoint Pen.
    
    Other Pens
    
    02:08
- This chapter looks at the options related to displays. You'll learn how to set up mapping preferences, work with multiple monitors, switch between Pen mode and Mouse mode, and more.
  
  Display Settings
  - In this lesson you'll learn how to set up mapping preferences and toggle between multiple monitors with your tablet. You can even set up the tablet to use only certain areas of the tablet or the monitor for mapping. You'll also see how the ExpressKeys can be adjusted to be perfect for either left-handed or right-handed use.
    
    Mapping and Multiple Displays
    
    05:22
  - You'll learn the difference between the Pen and Mouse modes in this video, as well as how to switch between the two modes.
    
    Pen Mode and Mouse Mode
    
    02:17
  - In this video you will see how to work with two monitors and jump between monitors. You will also learn how to adjust the brightness of the display (OLED).
    
    Display Options
    
    01:46
- In this chapter you'll learn how to use application-specific preferences and how to back up and restore preferences.
  
  Control Panel Preferences
  - In this video you'll see how the Control Panel settings can be assigned and arranged differently for different applications. We'll look at Photoshop and SketchBook Pro specifically.
    
    Application-Specific Preferences
    
    02:40
  - The Wacom Tablet Utility allows you to back up or restore custom preferences and settings. These preferences can be saved and then reapplied on different machines by using the Restore button. This tutorial will walk you through the required steps.
    
    Backing Up and Restoring Preferences
    
    01:36
- ExpressKeys keep you from having to always go back to the keyboard while you're drawing. You'll learn how to configure and work with them in this chapter.
  
  ExpressKeys
  - This lesson explains why you might want to work with ExpressKeys and how to set them to suit your own particular workflow.
    
    ExpressKeys Overview
    
    01:41
  - You can create specific ExpressKey setups for different applications, and in this video we'll look at defining ExpressKeys for Photoshop and SketchBook Pro.
    
    Application-Specific ExpressKeys
    
    03:17
  - ExpressKeys can also be combined to act as modifiers, providing more flexibility in the way they are assigned. You will learn how to do so in this video.
    
    Combining ExpressKeys
    
    01:50
- This chapter covers two very useful features, the Touch Ring and the Radial menu.
  
  The Touch Ring and the Radial Menu
  - The functions of the Touch Ring can be adjusted individually for individual programs. In this lesson you will learn what features can be assigned to the Touch Ring and how you can customize it to take advantage of the latest features in Photoshop.
    
    The Touch Ring
    
    02:26
  - In this video you will learn more about the Radial menu and see how to add new functions to the menu in order to optimize your workflow. You'll also discover that you can create multiple levels of commands using submenus.
    
    The Radial Menu
    
    04:08
In this workshop you'll learn beauty retouching from scratch. You'll see how to make adjustments using the Liquify filter; remove blemishes; retouch eyes, hair, and makeup; and more.

Beauty Retouching
- Our original photograph was shot as a RAW file, which means that we can correct it before opening it in Photoshop. We can also adjust the contrast to produce a better starting image, as you'll see in this video.
  
  Adjusting the Image in Camera Raw
  
  02:30
- In this chapter we'll make two major adjustments to the appearance of the model in our image, using the Liquify filter to move her shoulder and eye.
  
  Major Adjustments
  - One shoulder on our model looks higher than the other. In this video we'll fix that using the Liquify filter.
    
    Liquify Filter: The Shoulder
    
    03:26
  - The left eye on our model looks too small and too far away from the nose, producing an unbalanced appearance. The Liquify filter can correct this problem too, as shown in this video.
    
    Liquify Filter: The Eye
    
    03:52
- In this chapter we'll improve the model's appearance by removing blemishes with the Spot Healing tool, layers, and the Surface Blur filter.
  
  Removing Skin Blemishes
  - The model has a beauty spot on her cheek that's worth preserving. But there are also several other moles on her body that we want to remove, and in this video you'll see how it's done.
    
    Spot Healing Tool: Moles
    
    04:37
  - A few small scars and wrinkles detract from the model's overall appearance, so in this video we'll get rid of them using the Spot Healing tool.
    
    Spot Healing Tool: More Blemishes
    
    04:45
  - Some imperfections, such as the veins in this image, aren't easy to remove with the Spot Healing tool. The best way to hide these is simply to change their color, and this video presents a quick technique for doing so.
    
    Hiding the Veins with a Color Layer
    
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  - In this video we'll get rid of the highlights on the nose and the forehead by cloning over them using a new layer set to Darken mode.
    
    Hiding the Highlights with a Darken Layer
    
    02:42
  - The thick powder on the model's face is too prevalent to be removed using the Spot Healing tool. Applying a Surface Blur filter to the entire skin is a better solution, as you'll see in this video.
    
    Cleaning the Skin with the Surface Blur Filter
    
    05:38
  - The model's skin appears rather gray in places. In this video you'll see how to quickly and easily paint in more color exactly where you want it.
    
    Warming the Skin Tones
    
    02:05
- We'll further refine the appearance of our model in this chapter by retouching her hair, eyes, and lips and adding some color to her cheeks.
  
  Eyes, Hair, and Makeup
  - The hair on our model seems to have been overlooked by the makeup artist. But we can improve its appearance with a little retouching, as you'll see in this video.
    
    Retouching the Hair
    
    08:16
  - The eyes are the most important part of any portrait, and enhancing them improves the whole image. In this video we'll brighten the model's irises with the Dodge tool, boost the color of her eyes with the Sponge tool, and paint in longer eyelashes.
    
    Retouching the Eyes
    
    08:10
  - The lipstick was applied a little haphazardly on this model, and its color really doesn't suit her skin color. In this video we'll fix both of these problems, adding a Hard Light layer to improve the lips' definition.
    
    Retouching the Lips
    
    08:29
  - To make our model look less anemic, we'll add some blush to her cheeks in this video, which will also help to enhance her cheekbones.
    
    Adding Makeup
    
    03:03
- In this chapter we'll make a couple of final adjustments to the image's background and color.
  
  Finishing Touches
  - The bright white background in this portrait makes the model's edges look too harsh. In this video we'll add a glow on a new layer to soften the outline.
    
    Softening the Edges
    
    04:12
  - In this video we'll use a color adjustment to give the image a more muted look, which is more in line with current fashions.
    
    Making a Color Adjustment
    
    04:25
This workshop is devoted to optimizing architecture and landscape photos. You'll learn how to perform color and lens corrections, create panoramic images, use the Vanishing Point filter, and more.

Optimizing Your Architectural and Landscape Images
- This chapter looks at correcting two common problems in architectural photography: the distortion caused by shooting from ground level and the blue cast caused by shooting at night.
  
  Lens and Color Correction
  - Architectural photography is often about compromises. We can't manage the lighting, the elements of the scene, or often the angle of view. Fortunately, Photoshop can fix all of these for us.
    
    Introduction
    
    00:46
  - When we photograph buildings we're most often taking the shots from ground level. This produces ugly distortion, but fortunately Photoshop has the tools to correct it, as you'll see in this video.
    
    Lens Correction
    
    07:45
  - Buildings often look better at night, when the lights are switched on. But how do you get rid of that blue cast? This video will show you.
    
    Color Correction
    
    03:52
- This chapter looks at Photoshop's tools for panoramic photography and at the very useful Vanishing Point filter.
  
  Panoramas and the Vanishing Point Filter
  - Photoshop has an extraordinary ability to take a bunch of images and automatically turn them into a stunning panoramic shot. Of course, a little manual adjustment is often needed, as this video demonstrates.
    
    Panorama Photography
    
    10:20
  - This video looks at the Vanishing Point filter. Everyone who works with architectural photography needs to know how to use this filter, which is the single most useful tool for fixing architectural blemishes.
    
    Patching with Vanishing Point
    
    10:28
This workshop will bring you up to speed on the powerful image-editing capabilities of Photoshop CS5's Clone and Spot Healing tools. You'll also learn how to use multiple clone sources and the Clone Source panel.

Image Retouching with Photoshop's Cloning and Healing Tools
- In Photoshop CS5, the Clone and Spot Healing tools combine to offer some truly remarkable image-editing capabilities. You'll get an idea of what they can do in this chapter.
  
  Cloning and Healing
  - The Clone tool has long been a favorite of Photoshop retouchers. In CS5, it is complemented by the Spot Healing tool with Content-Aware capability, and the two tools together make a powerful combination.
    
    Introduction
    
    00:44
  - The Spot Healing tool does a nearly perfect job of removing unwanted elements from images. As you'll see in this video, it can replicate not only simple textures, but also complicated backgrounds and even architectural elements.
    
    The Spot Healing Tool
    
    05:26
  - Sometimes the Spot Healing tool on its own isn't enough. This video looks at the Clone tool, which can pick up where the Spot Healing tool can't quite make the grade.
    
    The Clone Tool
    
    05:43
  - What happens when we want to clone from a source that's not the same size as our intended location? Fortunately, the Clone Source panel can help, as you'll see in this video.
    
    Cloning in Perspective with the Clone Tool
    
    06:17
  - To give you an idea of what cloning and healing can accomplish in Photoshop, this video shows a final version of the image we've been working on with all the wires removed.
    
    The Final Image
    
    01:04
- In this chapter you'll see how easy and useful it is to set up multiple clone sources in the Clone Source panel and then apply those sources to an image.
  
  Using Multiple Clone Sources
  - The Clone Source panel gives us the ability to set up multiple clone sources and then switch between them with ease. In this video, we'll assign four different textures to four separate clone sources.
    
    Setting Up Multiple Clone Sources
    
    02:19
  - With all our textures set up, we can now apply those textures to the image. In this video we'll clone into a new layer above the sculpture, applying a different texture to every element.
    
    Applying Multiple Clone Sources
    
    06:08
In this workshop you'll learn the basics of Lightroom 3 and how it works in conjunction with the Wacom tablet. You'll see how Lightroom enables you to perform batch processing, make selective adjustments, remove spots, and more.

Lightroom Crash Course
- In this video you'll be introduced to Lightroom, the batch image editor of choice for the professional photographer.
  
  Introduction
  
  00:36
- Lightroom enables you to perform a set of operations on an image – correcting color, tone, highlights, and shadows – and then copy those adjustments to all the other photographs in the same set. It's a major time-saver, as you'll see in this video.
  
  Batch Processing
  
  06:29
- You often need to adjust different parts of an image on different ways; for example, an adjustment that makes the ground look perfect can produce a very washed-out sky. In this video, you'll see how a graduated filter enables you to solve this problem.
  
  Using a Graduated Filter
  
  05:13
- Sometimes you need to apply an effect to a very specific part of an image. As this video demonstrates, Lightroom allows you to paint in these effects using a brush and then to edit and adjust them afterwards.
  
  Making a Selective Adjustment
  
  03:40
- This video looks at spot removal in Lightroom, which is a curious process that involves defining a circular area to be patched and then specifying the source location for the patch. The end results, though, are worth the trouble.
  
  Spot Removal
  
  04:50
- There's much more to Lightroom than we can possibly cover in this brief overview. This video provides a quick rundown of the other tools that are available to you.
  
  Tips and Tricks
  
  02:45
Apple Aperture is a powerful program that provides a comprehensive and stable environment in which to store, manage, and edit your photographs. In this quick course you'll get a taste of how it works and what it can do.

Aperture Crash Course
- In this video you'll get a brief introduction to Aperture.
  
  Introduction
  
  00:30
- In this video you'll see how to import pictures directly from your camera into Aperture and place them in the location you choose. By default, each new import is a separate project.
  
  Importing Images
  
  02:46
- Aperture lets you make as many adjustments as you like to a single image, then apply exactly those adjustments to as many other images as you choose. This video shows you how.
  
  Making Global Adjustments
  
  04:50
- In addition to making global adjustments, Aperture lets you work selectively. In this video you'll see how to choose an adjustment and then brush it either into or out of the image.
  
  Making Selective Adjustments
  
  05:11
- This video demonstrates how Aperture handles multiple versions of the same image. Each variation is stored only as metadata, not as an entirely new image.
  
  Producing Multiple Versions of the Same Image
  
  04:44
- Aperture, like iPhoto, can recognize faces and sort images according to where they were taken. This video looks at these and other clever features Aperture offers to help you work more efficiently.
  
  Tips and Tricks
  
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Welcome to the Wacom MasterClass

This package includes the following courses:

Basic Settings

This course is devoted to getting to know your Wacom tablet. You’ll learn about the various pens and their settings, as well as how to use ExpressKeys, the Touch Ring, and the Radial menu.

Facial Retouching

In this course you’ll learn how to use Adobe Camera Raw and Photoshop tools like filters and the Spot Healing tool to perform beauty retouching on your images.

Optimizing Your Architectural and Landscape Images

This workshop explores working with lens and color correction, panoramas, the Vanishing Point filter, and more to optimize architectural and landscape images.

Image Retouching with Photoshop's Cloning and Healing Tools

In this course you’ll learn how to use Photoshop’s Clone and Spot Healing tools to seamlessly eliminate unwanted objects from your images.

Lightroom Crash Course

This course offers a quick introduction to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. You’ll learn how to perform batch processing, use a graduated filter, make a selective adjustment, and more.

Aperture Crash Course

This course offers a quick introduction to Apple Aperture. You'll learn how to import images, make global and selective adjustments, produce multiple versions of the same image, and more.

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Screen resolution 1024x768 or higher
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Pentium 4 2.6 GHz or higher, or Apple Mac G5
512 MB RAM

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