Perspectives

Practical Uses of AI in Photoshop for Photographers

with Josh Withers

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Course Description

Unlock the magic of AI tools in Adobe Photoshop to streamline your workflow and elevate your photography to the next level. Join longtime Photoshop power user Josh Withers for a two-session webinar this winter to learn the new AI tools in step-by-step demonstrations. Practice files are provided for hands-on experience to follow along with, or to practice with on your own time.

With Generative AI in Photoshop, you can create just about anything you can imagine. Quickly delete unwanted elements like wires and people with Distraction Removal. Add rich, detailed elements that blend seamlessly into a scene using the most advanced Generative Fill yet. And extend any image with Generative Expand. Although AI tools are featured, discussions on layers, selections, and Adobe Camera RAW are also covered as they are all necessary for a proper approach to working in Photoshop. The goal of this program is not to create a fantasy world using AI prompts but to solve the practical challenges we face editing our photographs using the modern AI tools that can make our editing job easier, and quicker.

A basic understanding of Photoshop is preferred, although fundamental concepts are discussed regarding workflow from Lightroom and what not to do in Photoshop by using a non-destructive workflow instead.

Join Josh to learn the practical use of AI tools in Photoshop that make your life a whole lot easier.

Additional Information

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
All are welcome
What You Should Know:

A basic understanding of Photoshop is preferred, although fundamental concepts are discussed.

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Recording class sessions using personal devices or third-party tools is not permitted. Session recordings are provided by Santa Fe Workshops and are available to enrolled students for two months after the class. This policy helps protect the intellectual property and privacy of both instructors and students.

about
Josh Withers

Josh Withers has been using Photoshop since 1992 and has been part of the Adobe Photoshop beta testing team since 2002. As a Senior Level Digital Photoshop Artist, he has performed high-end, flawless imagery for many of the world’s top brands and photographers.

Josh earned a BFA from the University of Delaware and continued his education working alongside a diverse number of photographers and preeminent digital artists at Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. It was at the Workshops that Josh also began his part-time career as an instructor in 1998. Josh has also taught at the Pasadena Art Center College of Design and Miami Ad School. He became a full-time instructor within the Photography Department at Santa Monica College in 2014.

Prior to becoming a full-time instructor, Josh spent 11 years as an in-house photographer and senior Photoshop artist for TBWA\Chiat\Day. He has photographed products, people, and animals for top brands such as Pepsi, Gatorade, Nissan, Priceline, Manduka, and Pedigree. Between his advertising and his editorial/concert photography, his images have been seen on billboards and magazines throughout the country and online publications.

Josh’s advertising photography work earned TBWA\Chiat\Day two Kelly Awards, a Lucie Award nomination and consistent recognition in Communication Arts. His concert photography was recognized by the industry magazine Photo District News, winning a People’s Choice Award for the Ultimate Music Moment Photo Contest. He has also been a featured artist in the Modern Collodion web feed for his wet plate photography.

Website: http://www.joshwithers.com

Instagram: @jj_withers

Concert Photo Instagram: @photosinstereo

Practical Uses of AI in Photoshop for Photographers

February 27 and March 6, 2025

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