{"id":248,"date":"2025-10-06T13:04:05","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T18:04:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/?post_type=manual&#038;p=248"},"modified":"2026-08-05T20:39:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T01:39:31","slug":"design-studies-120","status":"publish","type":"manual","link":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/manual\/design-studies-120\/","title":{"rendered":"DS120: In-Class Help Session"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Photoshop vs. Illustrator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Photoshop vs. Illustrator: Which Software Should I Use for My Project?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8AmHaz-_cBE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Layout Design for Posters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every poster should consider following basic layout design principals to ensure a much more visually pleasing project. Review the resources below to help you best prepare for your <strong>DS120 Project 2 &gt;&gt; Part II<\/strong> (Sketching and Summary Board Development). These resources will be especially helpful for Step 4: <em>Develop a Layout: Using Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop continue to develop the board layout (11\u201d x 17\u201d)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Informational Videos:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5 laws of design layout &amp; composition *golden rules*\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eEWRbpDu6CU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important: <\/strong>Even though the video above demonstrates the golden rules using Adobe Illustrator, the same layout principals apply in Photoshops<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Layout Design 1: An Introduction to Layout Design\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7zQKu4ElxfY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Text Alignment: Text Box Options\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oIweG7IMw9E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tutorials (Using Photoshop):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Layout Design 2: Adding Margins and Guides In Photoshop\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_KVdo7FskWE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Layout Design 3: Recreating a Poster Layout in Photoshop\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3r9oo1cBnNo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Layout Design 4: Reorganizing a Poster Example in Photoshop\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NqxSkyZax8U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Layout Design 5: Revisiting Your Layout Before Exporting\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PeKzLBbDtnE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practice!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore case studies and media samples on websites such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/\">Pinterest<\/a> ,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.behance.net\/\"> Behance<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/dribbble.com\/\">Dribbble<\/a> , <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designspiration.com\/\">Designspiration<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/a-g-i.org\/\">Archive of Graphic Design Posters (AGI Open)<\/a>. Then, select the layout, color scheme, and font type you want to replicate. Be sure to prepare all images and text content in advance before starting your project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the rulers, Grid Lines, and Rectangle Tool to find the hypothetical grids of your work to order the information<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Typography and Simple Text Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to know which fonts work best for different types of content? Curious about why typography matters in design? Check out the resources below to explore font choices, readability, and the role of typography in creating impactful visuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Informational Videos:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The ULTIMATE Guide To Typography For Beginners\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AXpxZMRM1EY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Serif vs. Sans Serif Fonts\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jxpVQWmem2I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Font Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right font can transform your design, whether it\u2019s for titles, bold text, or clean body copy. Below you\u2019ll find curated links to both <strong>free and commercial fonts<\/strong>, along with trusted websites to explore and download high-quality typefaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Type and Fonts 1: Searching and Downloading Google Fonts\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vkAKq9_OFqs?list=PL6RyqG2kAEwuVS2NoLK8QJNGz4iy_xXj9\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"[2024] How to Download, Install and Manage Fonts on Mac\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ry54lpZW2h4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Install Fonts In Windows 11\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DWzP-VFJRY4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free Front Websites<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Google Fonts \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/\">https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DaFont &#8211;&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/dafont.com\/\">https:\/\/dafont.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Velvetyne \u2192<a href=\"http:\/\/velvetyne.fr\/\"> http:\/\/velvetyne.fr\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fontshare \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fontshare.com\/\"> https:\/\/www.fontshare.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TypeType \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/typetype.org\/freefonts\/\"> https:\/\/typetype.org\/freefonts\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open Foundry \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/open-foundry.com\/fonts\"> https:\/\/open-foundry.com\/fonts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use &amp; Modify \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/usemodify.com\/\"> https:\/\/usemodify.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Behance (some are free) \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behance.net\/search\/projects?search=free+font\">https:\/\/www.behance.net\/search\/projects?search=free+font<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Free Fonts Suitable for Titles and Bold Text :<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ronzino \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.collletttivo.it\/typefaces\/ronzino\">https:\/\/www.collletttivo.it\/typefaces\/ronzino<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SK Modernist \u2192&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/seankanedesign.gumroad.com\/l\/sk-modernist\">https:\/\/seankanedesign.gumroad.com\/l\/sk-modernist<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Geist \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Geist\"> https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Geist<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ortica \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.collletttivo.it\/typefaces\/ortica\">https:\/\/www.collletttivo.it\/typefaces\/ortica<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project Blackbird \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelsurplus.com\/products\/project-blackbird-free-font\">https:\/\/pixelsurplus.com\/products\/project-blackbird-free-font<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Akony \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/unblast.com\/akony-display-font\/\"> https:\/\/unblast.com\/akony-display-font\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gyst \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.adobe.com\/fonts\/gyst-variable\">https:\/\/fonts.adobe.com\/fonts\/gyst-variable<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Paid Commercial Fonts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Syne \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Syne\"> https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Syne<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DM Sans \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/DM+Sans\">https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/DM+Sans<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cormorant \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Cormorant\">https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Cormorant<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sora \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Sora\"> https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Sora<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vollkorn \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Vollkorn\">https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Vollkorn<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubik \u2192<a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Rubik\"> https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Rubik<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Archivo \u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Archivo\">https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/specimen\/Archivo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple Text Effect Tutorials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How to <strong>Auto align<\/strong> text into square in Photoshop : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zwBMe9Lxeoc&amp;list=LL&amp;index=1\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zwBMe9Lxeoc&amp;list=LL&amp;index=1<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to Create <strong>customized text box<\/strong> in Photoshop : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=NL0Z-AQconQ\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=NL0Z-AQconQ<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to add a<strong> gradient to text<\/strong> boxes in Photoshop : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YcNpqs_jvwQ\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YcNpqs_jvwQ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to make a <strong>glowing text effect<\/strong> in Photoshop : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=t1vkTgEI2FY\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=t1vkTgEI2FY<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Poster Backgrounds<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Backgrounds play a key role in setting the mood and visual style of your poster. A well-designed background can enhance readability, highlight important elements, and make your overall design more engaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Informational Videos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Backgrounds 1: The Importance of a Good Background\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a-EbzGenNFE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tutorials (using Photoshop)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Backgrounds 2: Adjusting a Background in Photoshop Example\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NPXtPIP1TkY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Abstract gradient background : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/V28KzThMyjc\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/V28KzThMyjc<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gritty texture background in Photoshop: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=08zKmKnhoBg\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=08zKmKnhoBg<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blurry Abstract Background in Photoshop : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J5atks1P9-k\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=J5atks1P9-k<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Generative AI for Text<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two recommended ways to generate fonts for different purposes in your DS-120 projects using Adobe Creative Cloud:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Adobe Express \u2192 Free AI Text Effect Generator<\/strong><br>If you want to quickly customize your font with texture overlays, Adobe Express allows you to easily swap the text to create new styles with textured effects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adobe Firefly<\/strong><br>Want more complex or custom textured fonts?<br>Use your own fonts or stylize existing ones with creative patterns and material layers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Type and Fonts 2: Generating AI Text Effects in Adobe Firefly\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vTff9hQp5uA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Type and Fonts 3: Using the Text to Image Feature in Adobe Firefly\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o0mkAsfN5UY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Generative AI for Images<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"542\" src=\"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-1024x542.png\" alt=\"adobe firefly homepage\" class=\"wp-image-326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-1024x542.png 1024w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-768x407.png 768w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image.png 1426w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Image generation tools like Adobe Firefly open up endless creative possibilities for your projects. By combining clear, detailed prompts with the right settings, you can produce high-quality, tailored visuals that perfectly match your design goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore the guide below to learn how to craft effective prompts, adjust key settings, and use Generative Fill to refine your images. Follow the steps and examples to create unique, professional visuals for your own projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prompts and General Settings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two important components are the prompt and general settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prompt: <\/strong>Write a clear and detailed description specifying the desired properties of the image. Consider including these elements in your prompt for optimal results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Object Size<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Position<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Color<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Texture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other distinguishing details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip<\/strong>: For best outcomes, describe your desired result in great detail. To fine-tune visual aesthetics, use the Visual Intensity slider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-1-1024x664.png\" alt=\"adobe firefly interface\" class=\"wp-image-327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-1-1024x664.png 1024w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-1-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-1-768x498.png 768w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-1.png 1427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>General Settings:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Model<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Firefly Image 4: Best for generating high-quality images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firefly Image 3: Ideal for creating creative fonts or text effects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content Type<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Photo: For more realistic results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Art: For more animated or artistic style output.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Composition<\/strong>: Refers to the structure and the main character of the image.<br>(In the example, the frog is the key subject of the composition.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Style<\/strong>: Defines the visual effects and rendering style or mood of the image.<br>(Using both composition and style references can significantly improve the specificity and quality of results.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Generating the Images<\/strong> Tutorials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Generative AI Tools: Generating Images in Adobe Firefly\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xsOmdUapzdM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Generative AI Tools: Generating Vectors in Adobe Firefly\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_bY2Fk6kFBk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After considering the prompt and general settings above, you are ready to generate your image!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the <strong>Generate<\/strong> button<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the generated image isn\u2019t exactly what you want, you can:\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Generate similar images from four variations offered each time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select one of them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on \u201cEdit\u201d menu from the top-left corner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Generative Fill<\/strong> to modify the image further<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"276\" src=\"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-2-1024x276.png\" alt=\"ai generated image of a frog in a vibrant environment\" class=\"wp-image-328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-2-1024x276.png 1024w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-2-300x81.png 300w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-2-768x207.png 768w, https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-2.png 1426w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Generative Fill<\/strong> tool allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Insert new elements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove existing elements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expand the canvas<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the tutorial example using a frog image in Adobe Firefly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inserted: One green apple.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Removed: Purple lighting behind the main subject.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expanded: The image canvas to better fit the layout or reveal more details.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>Photoshop<\/strong>: Full Basic Tutorial (30 min)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Photoshop Basic Tutorial<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DS120 Photoshop Tutorial (2025)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lV6Xx249LmU?list=PL6RyqG2kAEwuVS2NoLK8QJNGz4iy_xXj9\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure to set up your Photoshop project<strong> according to your project guidelines<\/strong>! Below is a short overview of the essential steps for creating and saving your project in Photoshop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>Creating a New Photoshop File<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"list-style-type:video\" class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li>Open <strong>Photoshop<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the blue<strong> New file <\/strong>button<strong> <\/strong>from the homescreen or go to <strong>File &gt; New\u2026<\/strong> (Cmd\/Ctrl+N)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" style=\"list-style-type:video\" class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li>Update the Preset Details according to the best settings specified below:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li><strong>Name<\/strong> (top of the New Document window): e.g., 2025-08-25_poster_v01.psd<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Width &amp; Height<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For Digital: Select <strong>pixels<\/strong> (e.g., 1080 \u00d7 1350).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For Print: Select <strong>Inches or Millimeters<\/strong> (e.g., 8.5&#8243; \u00d7 11&#8243; or 210 \u00d7 297 mm).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Orientation:<\/strong> Portrait or Landscape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resolution (PPI or Pixels Per Inch)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For Digital: <strong>72\u201396 ppi<\/strong> (value doesn\u2019t change on-screen size; pixels do).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For Print: <strong>300 ppi<\/strong> (large posters viewed from far can be <strong>150 ppi<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Color Mode &amp; Profile<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For Digital: <strong>RGB Color<\/strong><br>For Print: <strong>CMYK Color<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Background:<\/strong> White (or Transparent if you need transparency).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Artboards <\/strong>(Optional)<strong>:<\/strong> Check if you want multiple pages\/sizes in one file<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" style=\"list-style-type:video\" class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li>Click the blue<strong> Create<\/strong> button<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>Saving a Photoshop File<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><em>File Formats<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing the limitations and applications of each file format (e.g., PSD vs. JPEG\/PNG) can help you choose the right settings from the beginning and ensures the best quality for your design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li><strong>PSD:<\/strong> Keeps layers, masks, effects \u2192 best for editing later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other formats (PNG, JPEG, PDF):<\/strong> Flatten\/export \u2192 best for sharing, print, or web.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><em>Saving Process<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li><strong>File &gt; Save As\u2026 \u2192 PSD<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can choose to Save to Your Computer, Adobe Creative Cloud, or both<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you save in a folder location you can find later<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Helpful Tip: Turn on Autosave:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open Photoshop &gt; Preferences &gt; File Handling &gt; Save Recovery every 5 min.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If Autosave is turned off, go to File &gt; Save (Ctrl+S\/Cmd+S) to save your project as you are working.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>File &gt; Save a Copy \u2192 PNG, JPEG, PDF<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>Margins and Guides : Technical instructions in Photoshop&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-paragraph\">Setting up margins and guides in Photoshop is essential for keeping designs clean, balanced, and print-ready. Margins ensure important text and visuals don\u2019t get cut off, while borders can frame content and guide the viewer\u2019s eye. Learning these steps helps students build professional layouts that look polished both digitally and in print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">Using Rulers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li><strong>Turn on Rulers<\/strong>: Go to the top menu: View &gt; Rulers (or press Ctrl+R \/ Cmd+R). You\u2019ll now see rulers on the top and left edges of your canvas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set Your Units: <\/strong>Right-click on the ruler \u2192 choose Pixels (for digital) or Inches \/ Millimeters (for print). This way, your guides will be aligned with the units you set in your document.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drag Out Guides: <\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the vertical ruler (left side) and drag a guide onto the canvas \u2192 creates a vertical guide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on the horizontal ruler (top) and drag down a guide \u2192 creates a horizontal guide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place them at the distances where you want your margins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>Using the New Guide Layout (Faster Method)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of dragging manually, this is the quickest way to create evenly spaced margins and guides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<li><strong>Create a New Guide Layout<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <strong>View &gt; Guides &gt; New Guide Layout\u2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the popup, set <strong>Margins<\/strong> (e.g., 0.25&#8243; on each side).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>OK<\/strong> \u2192 Photoshop will automatically place guides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lock\/Show\/Hide Guides and Rulers<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To Lock Guides, go to <strong>View &gt; Lock Guides<\/strong>. Now you won\u2019t accidentally drag them while designing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toggle <strong>guides<\/strong> on\/off with <strong>Ctrl+;<\/strong> \/ <strong>Cmd+;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toggle <strong>rulers<\/strong> on\/off with <strong>Ctrl+R<\/strong> \/ <strong>Cmd+R<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create Visual Borders (Optional Visual Edge)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make a new layer (Shift+Ctrl+N \/ Shift+Cmd+N).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Rectangle Tool (U)<\/strong> \u2192 set to <strong>Path<\/strong> or <strong>Shape<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Draw a rectangle exactly inside your margin guides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the <strong>Properties panel<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set <strong>Fill<\/strong> to <em>None<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set <strong>Stroke<\/strong> to black (or any color you like) and choose stroke weight (e.g., 2\u20134 pt).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This gives you a visible <strong>border<\/strong> inside your safe margins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Photoshop Book Cover Mock-Up Tutorial<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DS120 Book Cover Mock Up Tutorial (2025)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dskoIsxLiyU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-sts-block-sts-custom-sections\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Illustrator<\/strong>: Full Basic Tutorial (28 min)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DS120 Illustrator Tutorial (2025)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/60HcXSjPL8U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uw_seo_meta_title":"","_uw_seo_meta_description":"","_uw_seo_twitter_card_type":"summary_large_image","_uw_seo_meta_image":"","_uw_seo_meta_image_url":"","_uw_seo_meta_image_sizes":[],"_uw_seo_custom_meta_tags":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"class_list":["post-248","manual","type-manual","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual\/248","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/manual"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual\/248\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=248"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sts.doit.wisc.edu\/training-materials\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=248"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}