Photoshop: Resize

This exercise shows you how to resize images in Photoshop. Your finished image will
look like the image on the back of this page. Read the instructions and follow the step-by-
by directions:

Begin by copying the photos from the folder titled Resize from the CD/Server.
Remember to open each photo and save to your server. Do not drag the folder to
your computer (permissions issue).

Create a new document:
File > New document: 7 x 10 inches, 150 ppi, color mode: RGB, 8 bit,
Background: white.
File > Save as yourlastname.PS1
View > Rulers
File > Open carguy.jpg in Resize folder

Resize the photo so its smaller in physical size and pixel size:
Image > Image size change the width to 2 inches and the resolution to 150ppi.

Change the photo from color to black and white photo:
Image > Image mode > Grayscale

Copy the resized grayscale photo into your 7 x 10 document:
Use the move tool to drag and drop the photo into your 7 x 10 document
Close carguy.jpg without saving.
Repeat the previous 5 steps with the photos titled fireman and plumber in the
Resize folder.
Use the type tool to type your name along the bottom of the page.

Your file will look like the image on the next page.
Save your file to your folder/server.
Type your name along the bottom with the type tool
Print a copy and turn into the cardboard box.


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