Objective

To learn how to use Photoshop to optimize a photo for printing.

Procedure

1. download and unzip the starter files: backpackers.jpg
2. open the file in Photoshop and save it as yourname-X10.psd
3. in the Image menu, select Image Size; note that the pixel dimensions are 1800 x 1200; change resolution to 300, then tab up and change the pixels dimensions back to what they were; click OK
4. in the Image menu, select Image Adjustments > Shadow/Highlight; move the shadow slider to 25; keep the highlight slider at 0
5. in the Image menu, select Image Adjustments > Brightness/Contrast; make sure "preview" is checked, then move the sliders back and forth to see the effect; enter 20 for brightness and 20 for contrast; click OK
6. in the Image menu, select Mode > CMYK Color
7. print out a copy of the before and after photos for your binder; save as jpg medium (5) with no color profile embedded and drop file in Angel for grading