Part of a graphic designer's toolbox must include the careful and competent use of images in designs. In this course, students learn how to source and select images with consideration for copyright laws, ethical standards, and inclusive representation. They will develop proficiency in essential Adobe Photoshop tools, and explore colour mixing, resolution settings, and cropping choices for different applications. Students will gain experience with colour space limitations, basic selections, retouching, and layer manipulation. Through hands-on projects, learners progress from guided experimentation to assembling multiple images in a single cohesive composition.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Copyright laws and Creative Commons
- Vector and raster images
- Colour space and limitations
- Image production techniques and resolution
- Photoshop essential tools and introduction to selections and masks
- Ethical issues in image production and manipulation
- Ethical and creative uses of AI in image generation and editing
1. Interview with department to discuss previous experience
2. A portfolio assessment of previously completed related work OR
3. The demonstration of skills via the successful completion of 1-4 related projects/assignments similar to those completed in the course, chosen at the discretion of the department
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.