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Photoshop Intermediate

Adobe

Build on Photoshop basics: advanced selections, layer masks, blend modes and smarter retouching workflows for confident image editing.

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

Intermediate level

Small groups, hands-on, expert-led

Who this course is for

This course is for designers, photographers and content creators who have a working knowledge of Photoshop fundamentals and want to refine their technique with advanced selections, layer masking and more efficient retouching workflows. Ideal for professionals looking to work faster and produce higher-quality image edits with greater creative control.

Prerequisites

You should be comfortable with the fundamentals of Photoshop, or have attended our Photoshop Introduction course.

What you'll learn

Understanding advanced selection techniques and layer masks, enabling you to isolate complex subjects and create seamless composite images.

How to use adjustment layers and blending modes, empowering you to enhance colour, contrast and mood for professional-grade visuals.

Exploring smart objects and non-destructive editing, helping you maintain flexibility and experiment creatively without losing original image quality.

How to retouch images with advanced healing, cloning and generative AI tools, enabling you to produce polished, high-impact results.

Understanding the use of filters, effects and creative brushes, helping you add unique textures and artistic flair to your projects.

How to work with advanced typography and text effects, empowering you to design striking graphics for both print and digital media.

Exploring workflow optimisation and file management techniques, enabling you to save time and deliver consistent, high-quality work in your role.

How to apply intermediate Photoshop skills in real-world scenarios, helping you meet demanding client briefs and stand out professionally.

Course outline

What you’ll cover

Masking

  • Layer masks - creating and editing
  • Masking for non-destructive edits
  • Adjustment layers and adjustment layer masks
  • Masking for montages and blends

Further Layer Work

  • Duplicating and grouping
  • Locking and filtering
  • Auto selection of layers and groups
  • Layer Styles
  • Smart Objects for non-destructive layer work
  • Smart Objects for Smart Filters
  • Artboards
  • Layer Comps
  • Using layer auto alignment and blending
  • Solid layers and gradient layers

Further Selections

  • Select and mask, select object
  • Quick mask for adjusting selections

Further Adjustments

  • Black and white
  • Threshold
  • Photo Filters
  • Shadows/Highlights
  • Curves vs. Levels

Channels

  • Understanding colour and alpha channels
  • Using channels for saving selections

Blend Modes

  • Basic Screen, Multiply and Overlay modes
  • Brushing with blend mode
  • Layer clipping

Further Filters

  • Blurs - motion, iris, tint, field
  • Sharpening
  • Shake reduction
  • Noise reduction, de-speckle, dust and scratches
  • Liquify, Vanishing point

Further Vectors

  • Fill and Stroke presets
  • Custom fill
  • Shape Layers vs. Paths
  • Paths as a source of selections
  • Importing vectors from Illustrator

History Panel

  • Creating new snapshots
  • Using the history brush for effects

Generative Fill

  • Choosing an AI Model
  • Writing effective prompts
  • Retouching with Generative Fill

Actions, Batch Processing and Keyboard Shortcuts

  • More complex actions
  • Inserting menu items
  • Saving sets
  • Batch-processing actions

Miscellaneous

  • Preferences
  • Other Brush tools and presets
  • Scripts
  • Loading new brushes, patterns and shapes
  • Animated GIF with the Timeline panel
  • Legacy Export to Web

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 Intermediate 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 Intermediate course?

Our Photoshop Intermediate 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 Intermediate 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 Intermediate course?

We have the smallest class sizes in the industry. On average there are 2 to 3 people on our Photoshop Intermediate 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 Intermediate course?

We offer ongoing support to our Photoshop Intermediate 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 Intermediate course?

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

Reviews

5.0 out of 5

I really enjoyed my course. Tony is a really good trainer and tailored the day according to my level and needs.

Delegate · Photoshop Intermediate — May 2026

I would just like to say a big thank-you to Brook and Tony for my course last Wednesday. It was informative and Tony and I flew through it all and still making it fun.

Radleys · Photoshop Intermediate — May 2026

Excellent knowledge! Have to say a massive thanks to the team for my Photoshop course. They really are a great provider. 5 stars from me.

KPMG · Photoshop Intermediate — March 2026

We have worked with Transmedia for many years now and I can not recommend them highly enough! Everyone is so friendly, helpful and knowledgable, they have become an extension of our team. The work Tony in particular has done with us over the years has changed us as a business, he is a pleasure to work with!

CIPA · Photoshop Intermediate — March 2026

We did the intermediate Photoshop course and it was amazing! It was very in depth, I learned so much and the teacher even took into account what we were using Photoshop for so was able to put the lessons into context of what we needed. Highly recommended

Future PLC · Photoshop Intermediate — February 2026

Tony was very professional and tailored his training to our needs which was helpful.

Visit Britain · Photoshop Intermediate — 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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