Session

Session 1 - Fundamentals and Orientation

Mon, Mar 09, 2026 · 09:30-12:45 · Computer Lab H80401 + Studio Two H80424

Session 1 establishes the baseline and working method for the semester:
fast skill mapping, non-destructive editing principles, and first AI/manual
comparison points in Photoshop.

Structure:
Block A (Ex 1.1) baseline timed portrait edit,
Block B (Ex 1.2) indestructible landscape workflow,
optional challenge blocks B1.1, B1.2, and BUF1 if time permits.

Learning Content

Focus areas are layer discipline, Smart Objects, masks, adjustment logic,
and critical comparison of manual edits vs AI-assisted steps.

Homework transition: students submit Ex 1.1 and Ex 1.2 PSDs and start a
process journal with screenshots and notes.

orientation
baseline
non-destructive workflow
smart objects
masks
ai-vs-manual
product cleanup

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Exercises

Exercise 1.1 - Show Me Your Edit

Due: Mar 09, 2026 12:45

Released Open Exercise

Exercise 1.2 - The Indestructible Workflow

Due: Mar 09, 2026 12:45

Released Open Exercise

Exercise B1.1 - Product Photo Clean-Up

Due: Mar 09, 2026 12:45

Released Open Exercise

Exercise B1.2 - Architecture Before/After

Due: Mar 09, 2026 12:45

Released Open Exercise

Exercise BUF1 - Food and Beverage Retouch

Due: Mar 09, 2026 12:45

Released Open Exercise

Homework 1 - Session 1 PSD Upload

Due: Mar 15, 2026 23:59

Released Open Exercise