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Introduction to Fireworks CS5

Adobe Fireworks CS5 is a two-day course that provides RIA/Web Designers/Graphic creators with the knowledge and hands-on practice needed to create rich web graphics. You will learn how to use tools in Fireworks to create and edit web graphics with both vector and bitmap images, work with layers, build buttons, components, symbols, slice images, and optimize and export graphics with CSS.

• The Workspace
• Using the Tools Panel
• Using the Property Selector
• Configuring panels and panel groups
• Working with multiple documents
• Undoing steps

• Working with Bitmap Images
• Resolution and file size
• Cropping an image
• Managing images on the canvas
• Importing images
• Distortion-free bitmap scaling
• Adjusting tonal range
• Using the Align panel
• Adjusting brightness with the Dodge and Burn tools
• Applying the Unsharp Mask Live Filter
• Repairing areas with the Rubber Stamp tool

• Working with Selections
• About selecting objects and selection tools
• Selecting and modifying with the Magic Wand tool
• Selecting with the lasso tools
• Converting a selection path

• Working with Vector Graphics
• About vectors
• Basic vector drawing techniques
• Changing the appearence of basic vector shapes
• Scaling vector objects
• Adding text to your design
• Working with Auto Shapes
• Understanding paths and the Pen tool
• Editing paths
• Creating custom shapes
• Customizing fills and strokes

• The Layers Panel
• About layers
• Identifying objects
• Naming objects
• Rearranging objects within a layer
• Adding and naming layers
• Moving objects from one layer to another
• Creating sub layers
• Protecting Layers

• Masking
• About masks
• Designing the banner ad
• Creating and editing masks
• Final touches

• Working with Text
• Text Basics
• Anti-aliasing
• Special text effects

• Optimizing for the Web
• Optimization basics
• Optimizing a single image file
• Fireworks web tools
• Creating and optimizing slices
• Creating hotspots
• Adding interactivity
• Exporting composite designs

• Using Symbols
• What are symbols?
• Graphic symbols
• Button symbols
• Animation symbols

• Prototyping Basics
• Exploring the Pages panel
• Creating a page for a multipage mockup
• Adding hotspots for interactivity
• Creating a secure, interactive PDF

• Advanced Prototyping
• Prototype orientation
• Image rollover effects
• Emulating a Spry data table
• Working with behaviors
• Completing the prototype

Workshop Dates
No classes scheduled. Call 614-888-4179 for more information on workshops.

Introduction to Fireworks CS4

Introduction
Adobe Fireworks CS4: Web Graphic Creation is a two-day course that provides Web Designers-Graphic Creators with the knowledge and hands-on practice needed to create rich web graphics. You will learn how to use tools in Fireworks to create and edit web graphics with both vector and bitmap images, work with layers, build buttons, add rollovers, slice images, and optimize and export graphics.

AudienceTo gain the most from the class, you should already have:

• Familiarity with the Windows or Macintosh operating system
• Familiarity with web terminology

• Getting familiar with the course methodology
• Understanding the course objectives
• Reviewing the course prerequisites
• Understanding the course format
• Outlining the course content

• Introducing Fireworks
• Navigating the Fireworks interface
• Opening an existing document

• Creating new images
• Using selection tools
• Modifying bitmap images
• Working with bitmap tools and colors tools

• Using vector tools
• Using strokes and fills
• Selecting and grouping
• Using layers
• Using masks
• Using the text tool
• Using filters and styles
• Combining simple paths

• Creating buttons
• Using graphics as buttons

• Adding interactivity
• Slicing objects
• Adding behaviors
• Creating disjointed rollovers
• Creating a pop-up menu

• Exporting from Fireworks
• Optimizing graphics
• Exporting graphics
• Exporting as HTML