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Photoshop Advanced

Adobe

Master layer masks, Smart Objects, advanced retouching and non-destructive editing workflows. 2-day course for intermediate users.

2 days Classroom — London NW10 Live online available

Format

Live instructor-led

Hands-on, question-led sessions

Location

London NW10 or online

9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT

Level

Advanced level

Small groups, hands-on, expert-led

Who this course is for

This course is for experienced Photoshop users in design, photography or production roles who want to refine their techniques and master advanced features such as complex masking, compositing and automation. Ideal for professionals seeking high-level control over their workflows and those looking to adopt industry best practices for non-destructive editing.

Prerequisites

You should be comfortable with Photoshop's core tools and workflows, including layers, selections and basic retouching, or have attended our Photoshop Intermediate course.

What you'll learn

Understanding advanced layer control and smart objects, enabling non destructive editing and faster revisions across complex projects.

How to build precise selections and masks, improving cut outs hair detail and compositing accuracy under deadlines.

Applying adjustment layers luminosity masking and colour models, helping achieve consistent colour across print web and video.

How to transform imagery with warp liquify and perspective tools, empowering creative retouching without compromising realism.

Understanding machine learning and generative fill workflows, enabling faster content creation for marketing visuals and composites.

How to use advanced filters brushes and Camera Raw, improving image quality sharpening realism and production efficiency.

Managing automation actions batch processing and video timelines, reducing manual effort while delivering repeatable professional outputs.

Course outline

What you’ll cover

Layers

  • Opacity vs. Fill
  • Masking - Pixel and Vector Masks
  • Blend Modes - for image work and also achieving a variety of effects - Multiply, Screen, Overlay etc - blend options and blend if
  • Layer Comps
  • Smart Objects and Smart Filters - vector smart filters
  • Artboards for web output
  • Align Layers and Blend Layers
  • Loading into Stack
  • Rasterising

Selections

  • Select subject, Object select, colour range, quick mask, other advanced techniques
  • Selection Tools, Select and Mask, Hair cutouts, Matting
  • Alpha Channels to manage selections

Adjustments

  • Adjustment Layers
  • Fill adjustments - solid, gradient, pattern
  • Transforms using Warp, Puppet warp, Perspective Warp and Liquify
  • Luminosity masking

Colour

  • HSB, RGB, CMYK, LAB
  • Replace, Match and Selective colour
  • Gamut, colour settings

Vectors and Type

  • For selections, for output, Vector Shapes
  • Type options

Machine Learning vs Artificial Intelligence

  • Machine Learning - Content aware fill move and scale, cloning, healing, patching, protective channel
  • AI - Generative fill, Generate Image, Firefly vs Nano Banana, Prompting tips

Filters

  • Advanced Sharpening and Blurring
  • Vanishing Point
  • Distortion and Displacement Mapping
  • The Camera Raw Filter

Brushes

  • Customising brushes with size, angle, spacing, colour, jitter etc.
  • Creating custom brushes from selections
  • Saving brush presets with and without colour and size

Channels

  • Multichannel work, Spot and Alpha Channels

Miscellaneous

  • Actions, Batch processing, automation
  • Animated gif and Video Timeline - creating and manipulating video layers and exporting to MP4 and H:264
  • Frequency separation
  • High Dynamic Range
  • Photomerge
  • Non Linear History
  • Placing embedded and linked images
  • Workspaces
  • Preferences
  • Scripts and Plug-ins

Included

  • Live expert-led instruction
  • Practical exercises and workflow examples
  • Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
  • Follow-up support guidance

Frequently asked questions

Is this Photoshop Advanced course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who have experience in Photoshop or have already attended one of our Photoshop training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of Photoshop.

How is the content taught throughout the Photoshop Advanced course?

Our Photoshop Advanced course is extremely interactive. You will be using Photoshop throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

Should I attend the Photoshop Advanced course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the Photoshop Advanced course?

We have the smallest class sizes in the industry. On average there are 2 to 3 people on our Photoshop Advanced public courses. When we are oversubscribed, rather than put more people on the same course, we open up a new course date, which ensures everyone has maximum interaction with our trainer and the chance to ask questions throughout the day.

What support is available after I attend the Photoshop Advanced course?

We offer ongoing support to our Photoshop Advanced course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Photoshop Advanced course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Photoshop Advanced course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5

Very helpful, informative training. Relaxed atmosphere and felt very comfortable asking questions.

The White Company · Photoshop Advanced — May 2026

Excellent knowledge, very informative consultant and personable approach. Thank you to the Transmedia team for my Photoshop course. Fantastic service and they also offer unlimited follow up support as part of the course should you need it. Highly recommend, thanks Transmedia!

Reach plc · Photoshop Advanced — April 2026

Excellent training center, tony is unbelievably knowledgeable, explains himself well and provides a great teaching environment. Staff were welcoming and accommodating, attentive, good at problem solving and will take the time to reiterate learning hurdles! Will recommend for team training at work! Thanks

West Herts College · Photoshop Advanced — March 2026

Great Photoshop course! Pacing was perfect and allowed us lots of time to follow the steps. Fantastic refresher on some basics and plenty of tips and tricks to get to grips with.

Jake T · Photoshop Advanced — February 2026

I thoroughly enjoyed the photoshop advanced course. Tony was fantastic. It was great that it was just me and one other person as we really felt we got to focus on the areas we needed. Tony was a great teacher, he explained things in a clear and efficient manner and I liked his style of teaching. I left feeling really inspired, regained confidence and new skills.

Oliver Bonas · Photoshop Advanced — February 2026

I really enjoyed his training, great trainer

Comfy Group · Photoshop Advanced — February 2026

Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course (Adobe Firefly) - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course (I was the only student so had my own private session). The class room and the whole building is really well done, modern, clean and professional space that reflects the overall approach. They have fast and modern machines available to use or you can use your own devices. Highly recommended.

Quadrotech — June 2026

Fantastic and super valuable training! Fantastic and super valuable training! Tony shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples Tony provided.

Adobe — June 2026

The trainer, Lee, was excellent. He rattled through the key elements of Premiere Pro while keeping the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get 1:1 support or clarifications. The pleasant and well equipped office is well situated in Kensal Rise, so easy to find and get to. I learnt a alot - and now feel up to date with latest Premiere Pro options and AI integrations.

UNICEF — June 2026

Hi Brook, Sorry for the delay - I was on AL yesterday! The training was great, thank you. Tony was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with some new knowledge and skills. I'll leave a review later today. Thanks for sending the materials across. Have a lovely rest of your day!

Live Union — June 2026

I wish all training courses were run this well!

RPS Design — June 2026

The Design and Development areas of Clarks shoes has been using Transmedia as a training partner for eight years now, mainly in the 'creative' Adobe applications - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere. In that time we have built an excellent working relationship with the management and admin teams and several of their core trainers. This has had a major influence in raising the skill levels and quality of our artwork across our design teams- recently extending across the Atlantic, delivering training to our US based designers. Staying with Transmedia has given us continuity and enabled the trainers to really come to understand what Clarks require and thus able to deliver real value for money. The staff are always friendly and a pleasure to deal with - whilst being efficient and professional throughout. Nothing is ever too much trouble. I really can't recommend Transmedia highly enough.

Clarks International — June 2026

The course was excellent - exactly to my company's needs. All questions were answered and concepts explained very clearly.

Hannah Griffiths — June 2026

First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.

MOD — June 2026

The course itself was really informative and trainer was excellent. Poor communication and organisation between transmedia and QA meant my course was cancelled twice. I hope you improve this relationship. To be honest I would prefer to book direct through you next time, avoiding QA.

Deborah M — June 2026

The session on the 25th was brilliant, thank you. The SE's found it very useful and loved Tony's tips and tricks to help us update our prototypes quickly.

Salesforce — May 2026

I thought the course and the location were perfect

MOD — May 2026

Wonderful trainer Lisa - fun, friendly, informative and comprehensive course! Thank you very much indeed.

Structural Soils Ltd — May 2026

I have taken part in several Transmedia courses and will likely take part in a few more. From start booking to training Transmedia are brilliant to work with. Happy to answer all questions ahead of booking to help make sure you're on the right course (thank you Jo). The training itself is very thorough and the instructor, (Lee in my case) was happy to stop and go through any parts that were a struggle during the course.

Reach plc — May 2026

Very much appreciated and enjoyed the introductory course. It was very in-depth and Tony did a fantastic job of covering each individual section of Figma in great detail; no stone was left unturned. Tony is clearly passionate about what he does, which made the course that much more enjoyable and valuable. Looking forward to the advanced course next month - eager to continue learning more from him.

Wren Kitchens — May 2026

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