Image Editing: Adobe Photoshop
Photoshop is essential software for digital image editing. This course aims to introduce the interface and simple and common tools in order to inspire confidence and to initiate future mastery of the software. The toolbar, the various layers and all the key elements of the software will be explored by working on two or three image models. Shortcuts will be introduced to encourage good efficient practice from the start. The participant will receive a small file with links to relevant websites, a sheet listing the shortcuts and a note on the steps for each exercise.
Age group: grades 6 through 8 up through secondary, post-secondary and adults. Can be modified as needed.
Curriculum connections: Integrated arts, Media Arts, Visual Arts, French, Technology
Here are five different exercises that can be explored during the course of the workshops and the number of sessions:
- Photo montage
- GIF image
- 3D
- Light
- Digital retouching
Equipment to be provided by the school:
- Classroom
- Video projector (can be provided by Le Labo)
- Computers with Adobe Photoshop CC software (free trial version available for download).
Length of workshop: 3 hours (half-day) or 6 hours (full day)
Adobe Illustrator
The vector image, a world of possibilities!
This workshop is dedicated to those who wish to improve their command of digital imaging and discover the benefits of vector illustration. Very different from image retouching, Illustrator provides opportunities for extensive graphic design such as logos, icons, technical drawings and complex illustrations.
Part of the Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator is the software of choice for computer graphics or design professionals – a good tool to know for anyone interested in these means of expression.
OBJECTIVES
The participants will develop a specific project while being guided through the most advanced tools for creation and image manipulation, as well as multiple levels of graphics editing with Adobe Illustrator. At the end of the workshop, they will leave with a knowledge of vector creation and opportunities for its use with print and digital.
Age group: grades 7 and 8 up through secondary, post-secondary and adults. Can be modified as needed.
Curriculum connections: Integrated arts, Media Arts, Visual Arts, French, Technology
Equipment to be provided by the school:
- Video projector (can be provided by Le Labo).
- Computers with Adobe Illustrator software (free trial version available for download) (can be provided by Le Labo).
- Graphics tablet (optional).
- Classroom
Length of workshop: 3 hours (half-day) or 6 hours (full day)
Adobe InDesign
InDesign is software for desktop publishing (DTP) and layout. It allows the creation of linear reading materials such as magazines, newspapers, books and brochures. Originally intended for printing, the latest versions of the software integrate more and more virtual and interactive publishing features for webcasting.
This workshop is an introduction to the basics of layout. The goal is to create a document by incorporating all visual information such as images, photography, illustration and typography. The finished document can be published as a PDF for printing and also in an interactive version for digital use. The skills acquired may be further developed to produce more complex publications.
Curriculum connections: Integrated arts, Media Arts, Visual Arts, French, Technology
Equipment to be provided by the institution:
- Classroom
- Video projector (can be provided by Le Labo)
- Computers with Adobe InDesign CC software (free trial version available for download) (can be provided by Le Labo).
- Graphics tablet (optional).
Length of workshop: 3 hours (half-day) or 6 hours (full day)
Creating websites: WordPress
WordPress is a free and open content management system for creating a website or blog without the need for knowledge of web development.
Intended for beginners who want to learn the WordPress platform, this workshop will guide the participant in the installation of a website. Practical tips to navigate the structure of the dashboard and WordPress features will be provided in order to create an effective and optimized website. No prior knowledge is required for this course.
After an introduction to the platform and its various features, the participant will begin the construction and structuring of a website following the steps below:
- Choice of theme (site structure)
- Creating pages and content (text, image, video, links)
- Website customization
Participants will take away additional resources to pursue their development beyond the workshop
Age group: grades 7 and 8 up through secondary, post-secondary and adults. Can be modified as needed.
Equipment to be provided by the institution:
- Classroom
- Video projector (can be provided by Le Labo)
- Computers (can be provided by Le Labo).
- Internet access.
Length of workshop: 3 hours (half-day) or 6 hours (full day)
Le Labo / Educational Program
Contact : Carolina Reis info@lelabo.ca 647.352.4411