In our Aperture 102 course we will focus on Aperture's image editing tools. We'll perform basic edits that affect a photo's overall colour and tonality then move on to more advanced tools & techniques to get the most out of your photos by processing them in Aperture. We will explore Aperture's spot and local area adjustment brushes and how to send your image into Photoshop (or other external editor) if further adjustments are needed. We will also look at some of the options involved in printing, exporting and formatting your images so you get the results you expect.
Prerequisites:
Basic Computer Skills, Photography Concepts & Terminology Knowledge. Aperture 101 is recommended but not mandatory.
Course Outline:
- Understanding how image adjustments work and how it differs from traditional methods
- Understanding the concept of 'Versions'
- Analyzing your photos' needs visually and via the Histogram
- Applying basic corrections for tone and colour
- Using curves, highlight recovery and other advanced tools
- Batch processing
- Advanced colour control
- Cropping and straightening
- Applying adjustment to small and specific areas
- Retouching with the spot cloning and healing tools
- Creating a more efficient workflow using Presets
- Converting colour images to greyscale (B&W)
- Configuring and using Photoshop as an optional external editor
- Understanding the Exporting of images and the available settings
Who Should Attend?
Individuals who are looking to become proficient with the editing of their photos in Aperture.
Note: Although Aperture is a Mac platform software solution only, PC users who are contemplating the switch to Mac or who are merely curious about how Aperture can address their photo managing needs are welcome to attend.
Study Notes:
At the end of the course you will be provided with a password to download class notes from our website. These notes are great for reviewing the topics discussed in class.
You're ready for our Aperture 102 course if you've taken our Aperture 101 course or already have the equivalent knowledge as per its description on this website. A solid understanding of basic digital photography concepts & terminology is also an asset. You:
- Are comfortable navigating around in Aperture
- Know how to take advantage of Aperture's viewing tools: zooming, panning, showing & hiding Aperture's Panels
- Are familiar with how to tag photos with Ratings and Keywords
- Are familiar with basics of computer components such as storage drives and RAM
- Are familiar with basic photo/imaging terminology ex: exposure, contrast, white balance, highlights, f/stop