Graphic Design · Intermediate level

Intermediate level · Module 3 of 6 · 16 guided hours

Photo Editing and Compositing

Edit and combine photographs professionally, non-destructively and ethically.

Learning objectives

  • Edit photos non-destructively with layers and masks
  • Retouch images responsibly
  • Composite images convincingly

Topics

  • layers and masks
  • adjustment layers
  • colour correction
  • retouching
  • compositing
  • image licensing and consent

Lessons

  1. Lesson 1 Non-Destructive Editing

    Edit images so every change can be adjusted or undone.

    layersmasksadjustment layerscolour correction

  2. Lesson 2 Responsible Retouching

    Improve photos without misleading viewers.

    healing and cloningdistraction removalbody and skin editing ethicsdocumentary integrity

  3. Lesson 3 Compositing and Image Rights

    Combine images convincingly and use only images you have rights to.

    selections and masksmatching light and colourlicencesmodel consent

Practical activity

Correct and retouch campaign photos and create a composite poster image, documenting every edit.

Expected outcomes

  • Professional, reversible edits
  • Ethical image use

Assessment

Edited files with layers and an edit log reviewed.

Taught live by an instructor — online or in person. Free course lessons are for self-study and do not lead to a certificate — see registration options.