Photoshop CC: Adjustement Layers, Blending Modes & Masks

🌟 **Overall Course Rating:** 4.70/5 ## Course Review ### Pros: - **Expertise and Content Depth**: The course provides an **in-depth look at the functions and features of Photoshop**, sharing **informative insights from a true professional**. Students have praised it for extending their knowledge beyond expectations. (Reviewer 1, Reviewer 2) - **Engagement and Real-World Application**: The content is engaging and the course is easy to follow and understand, with a nice flow of lessons that are practical and extend the user's Photoshop skillset. (Reviewer 3, Reviewer 4) - **Skill Advancement**: Learners have reported significant improvements in their masking abilities and overall Photoshop proficiency, with one student saving over 12 hours of work by applying the techniques learned. (Reviewer 5, Reviewer 6) - **Professional Development**: The course is targeted at a professional level, which is ideal for those looking to advance their Photoshop skills to the next step in their development. (Reviewer 7) ### Cons: - **Assumed Prior Knowledge**: Some students felt that the instructor took for granted that there was a base understanding of Adjustment Layers, Blending Modes, and Masks, which could make the course less accessible to beginners. (Reviewer 1) - **Accent Adjustment**: The accent of the instructor initially took some getting used to for a few students. (Reviewer 1) - **Pacing and Clarity**: A couple of reviewers mentioned that the instructor spoke too quickly, which made it difficult to follow along and catch all the details, especially for those new to Photoshop shortcuts. (Reviewer 6, Reviewer 8) - **Language and Professionalism**: The language used in the course was not always at a very professional level, and there were fewer practical exercises than some students anticipated. (Reviewer 8) - **Sample Photos**: It was suggested that including sample photos to work on would be beneficial, as seen in other Udemy courses. (Reviewer 1) ### Additional Notes: - **Course Structure**: The course seems to cover the topic of Adjustment Layers, Blending Modes, and Masks comprehensively but might benefit from a more structured approach for beginners. (Reviewer 1) - **Shortcuts and Speed**: Some students may require reviewing the content multiple times due to the instructor's speed and assumption of knowledge regarding Photoshop shortcuts. (Reviewer 6) ### Final Thoughts: Despite a few areas for improvement, this course has received high praise for its detailed exploration of Photoshop features and its ability to significantly enhance students' skills in masking and overall Photoshop use. It is particularly beneficial for professionals aiming to refine their techniques. Students are encouraged to approach the course with a foundational understanding of Photoshop to get the most out of the content. With some adjustments, such as slowing down the pace and providing sample photos, the course could potentially improve its overall rating and accessibility to a broader range of learners. (Reviewer 1, Reviewer 2, Reviewer 3, Reviewer 4, Reviewer 5, Reviewer 6, Reviewer 7, Reviewer 8)