Fireworks 8: Level 1: Web Graphic Creation UK Classes & Lessons (Adobe Macromedia)

About this class

Macromedia Fireworks 8: 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.

Who will the lesson benefit?

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

Familiarity with a Windows or Macintosh environment.
Familiarity with web terminology.

Contents of this class

Unit 1: Introducing the Course

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

Unit 2: Learning the Basics

Introducing Fireworks 8
Navigating the Fireworks 8 interface
Opening an existing document

Unit 3: Working with Bitmap Graphics

Creating new images
Using selection tools
Modifying bitmap images
Working with additional bitmap tools

Unit 4: Creating a Logo with Vectors and Layers

Using vector tools
Using strokes and fills
Selecting and grouping
Using layers
Using the Text tool
Using effects and styles
Combining simple paths

Unit 5: Creating Buttons

Creating buttons
Using graphics as buttons

Unit 6: Creating Image Maps and Rollovers

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

Unit 7: Optimizing and Exporting

Exporting from Fireworks
Optimizing graphics
Exporting graphics
Exporting as HTML