Graphics school training courses in Albuquerque, NM (public, in-house or online)

Photoshop is used for a variety of purposes, but it is particularly valuable for producing images for the Web--where the designer is frequently required to produce small files that still look attractive and professional. Adobe Photoshop has all the web tools you need. Learn to optimize GIF, JPEG and PNG files. Create animated GIFs and slice images. Learn how ImageReady (included with Photoshop) can create Image Maps and Rollovers complete with HTML and Javascript code.

Build simple 3D objects, type treatments, and package design mockups for print and web. Add lighting, and wrap artwork around objects for realistic rendering. Extrude, revolve, and rotate objects to create a variety of perspectives. Exercises in turning simple geometric paths into 3D objects are included. In addition, learn the advantages of using 3D graphics in print and web design. This class is suitable for those with little or no 3D experience.

Explore the differences between raster and vector graphics, and determine which is best for each project. Learn about file formats such as TIFF, JPEG, EPS, PDF, native, RAW data, and others, and discover how they work within graphics software programs, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Dreamweaver, and others. Additional topics include spot, RGB, CMYK, and Web color systems; 2D versus 3D graphics; and digital camera resolution conversions. This course provides important prerequi...

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This two-course pack offers an incredible inside look at the foundations of 3D graphics engine development for games and related simulations. It is our most highly recommended package if you are already an experienced C++ programmer and wish to get started making games. You will cover intermediate and advanced programming techniques and develop reusable tools and classes to serve as the backbone of your own game engine.

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This course introduces important data structures and algorithms that are useful for creating images on a computer, providing students with sufficient background to write substantial computer graphics applications. We introduce the mathematical tools and important computer graphics concepts such as geometric modeling, illumination, texture mapping, and anti-aliasing. Students learn OpenGL, the industry standard API for computer graphics. Students learn to write full-fledged interactive graphics a...

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