Photoshop for Architects: From Zero to Advanced-Master Class

Name: Photoshop for Architects: From Zero to Advanced-Master Class
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Master Photoshop with real projects for architects, urban designers, landscape and graphic artists

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Created byMohammadreza Lajevardi

Last updated 1/2026

English

What you'll learn

Comprehensive Photoshop training tailored for architects and urban designers
Mastering layers, selections, brushes, and adjustments through real-world projects
Creating collages, portfolio covers, resumes, and business cards for architectural branding
Designing site plans, master plans, and architectural plans with professional graphics
Producing urban diagrams, analytical maps, and isometric sections
Post-production for villas, urban streets, wooden cabins, and architectural sheets
Adding atmospheric effects like snow, rain, and realistic environments
Creating infographics, section diagrams, and planimetric diagrams
Animation skills inside Photoshop (GIFs & motion presentations)

Course content

25 sections • 111 lectures • 19h 23m total length

Introduction4:25

Introduction to the Layers Panel3:08
Understanding the Difference Between Raster and Vector Layers5:24
Discover the difference between raster and vector layers in Photoshop, how bitmap pixels affect quality, and how shapes and text stay sharp while converting layers for brush and eraser work.
Introduction to the Features of the Layers Panel12:47
Masking Techniques (Graphic Collage Project – Part 1)26:02
Masking Techniques – Portfolio Cover Design6:45
Clipping Mask Techniques – Portfolio Cover Design8:25
Introduction to Smart Object7:47

Introduction to the Brush Tool and Its Functions6:57
Explore the Photoshop brush tool basics, from adjusting size, hardness, opacity, and color, to using multiple brush modes and layering for darkening, highlighting, and color tweaks on portraits and buildings.
How to Create a New Brush22:53
Import images or designs and convert them into brushes by defining brush presets. Adjust brush settings—size, color, opacity, spacing, and dynamics—to create clouds, grass, and details for projects and renders.
Introducing Websites for downloading Brushes0:54
Discover free brush downloads on three websites, including my Photoshop Brushes, where you can search for and download patterns, custom shapes, styles, gradients, and PSD files.
Introduction to the Blur, Sharpen, and Smudge Tools2:36
Exercise Files

Designing a Complete Street Using Photoshop and Illustrator8:25
Urban Street Isometric Project – Website Introduction17:46
Use textures.com for 3d materials and pngs from image sites, then set up Photoshop artboards, import the isometric street, apply textures, and adjust colors with hue/saturation.
Urban Street Isometric Project – Website Introduction (p2)20:19
Learn to build an isometric city street in Photoshop by importing trees and characters, color adjusting with hue/saturation, adding shadows, grass brushes, and street symbols.
Designing Urban Street Section23:15
Design an isometric urban street in Photoshop for architects by building plan and section across two artboards, applying materials and hue/saturation, and layering trees, people, cars, and street details.
Designing Urban Street Plans17:28
Design and refine urban street plans in Photoshop by placing trees, signs, pedestrians, and cars; adjust hue, saturation, and opacity; group layers; and export layered PSDs and JPEGs for presentation.
Exercise Files

Introduction to the Gradient Tool and Its Applications15:29
Learn to access and customize Photoshop gradients, including linear, radial, and diamond types, using the gradient editor, color and opacity stops, and apply them via layers and blending options.
Introduction to the Pattern Tool and Its Applications5:31
Explore patterns in Photoshop to repeat motifs for backgrounds like gift wrap, clothing, and business cards, and learn to create, save, and apply custom patterns with adjustable angle and scale.
Introduction to the Shape Tool and options15:36
Designing Business Cards with Patterns18:30
Design a simple business card using patterns and precise measurements, set up a 9 by 6 cm layout with rulers and guides, then prepare it for CMYK printing.
Introduction to the Pen Tool and Its options10:46
Learn how to use the pen tool in Photoshop, switch between path, shape, and pixel modes, place anchor points, create and adjust curves with handles, and make precise selections.
Designing Business Cards with the Pen Tool19:14
Learn to design business cards in photoshop using the pen and curvature tools, build front and back layouts with curves, gradients, and precise alignment, and export in rgb or cmyk.
How to Use Mockups in Photoshop4:49
Exercise Files

Requirements

Laptop or Desktop computer
Photoshop installed

Description

Complete Photoshop Course for Designers, Artists, and Visualization Professionals

Are you looking to truly master Photoshop and use it in real design workflows?
Do you want to create professional collages, maps, diagrams, and presentation sheets that stand out?
Are you a student, architect, designer, or digital artist aiming to upgrade your portfolio with powerful visuals?

This course is not just another Photoshop tutorial. It’s a comprehensive, project-based journey that takes you from beginner to advanced level — using real-world design tasks inspired by architecture, urban design, and landscape projects.

Your instructor brings years of experience in architecture, visualization, and teaching, and has carefully structured each section to give you practical, professional skills.

What Makes This Course Different?
Instead of abstract exercises, every lesson is tied to a real project. Here’s what you’ll create and learn along the way:

Collage & Portfolio Projects → Learn layers, selections, and composition while designing creative boards.
Urban & Architectural Projects → From Google Earth integration to street isometrics, site plans, and masterplans.
Professional Branding → Design your own resume, business card, and portfolio cover.
Post-Production Excellence → Add realism with textures, light effects, snow & rain renders, and atmosphere.
Diagram & Map Design → Create urban diagrams, planimetrics, and city maps with clarity and style.
Final Touches → Build architectural sheets and even simple animations for presentations.

By the end of this course, you’ll complete 15+ real projects — giving you a professional portfolio and confidence to use Photoshop in design, visualization, and creative industries.

Who this course is for:

graphic designer
photoshop artists
Architects
Urban Designers / Planners
Architecture Students
3D Artists
Anyone in the AEC industry wanting to master Photoshop for design & visualization

Photoshop for Architects: From Zero to Advanced-Master Class

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 4min

Getting Started with Photoshop – Interface & Tools4 lectures • 32min

Introduction to the Layers Panel and Features (Collage and Portfolio Project)7 lectures • 1hr 10min

Introduction to Selection Tools – Completing the Collage Project6 lectures • 53min

Combined Google Earth and Photoshop Project4 lectures • 45min

Introduction to the Brush Tool5 lectures • 33min

Street Design Project – Isometric, Section and Plan6 lectures • 1hr 27min

Designing Master Plans or Site Plans5 lectures • 1hr 5min

Architectural Plan Design2 lectures • 7min

Business Card Design8 lectures • 1hr 30min

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