The focus of this lesson is to introduce Learners to the concept of adjustments layers, composite layers and creating a background image. The outcome is to achieve a modern twist on the Daguerreotype image. Includes Lesson plan, Source Materials, Explanatory worksheet, examples and extension Typical Lesson time 1.5 hours Aims and Objectives 1. Use adjustment layers to add contrast and colour 2. Use composite layers for creative effect 3. Use blend modes 4. Create a vignette for a background image

This is a really excellent lesson which achieves a great result with relative ease. It provides learners with a simplistic method for creating digital art quickly whilst showing them the benefits of non-destructive image editing. This session includes: Handout, Original Image, Video example, Final Image, Brush and Lesson Plan. Learning Outcomes: 1. Use Layers to build a composition 2. Use brushes to creatively edit an image 3. Use layer masks to edit images 4. Colour tone an image using blend modes Complete lesson ideally suited to Post 16 education detailing the use of layers and masks in Photoshop for creative practice.