Advanced Digital Collage and Photo Manipulation

          Module 1: Foundations of Digital Art and Collage

Section 1: Introduction to Digital Art  
- Lesson 1: Overview of Digital Art History  
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Overview of Digital Art History  
- Lesson 2: How Digital Media Reshaped Art Fundamentals  
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: How Digital Media Reshaped Art Fundamentals  

Section 2: Tools and Software Essentials  
- Lesson 1: Basic Digital Tools for Collage and Photo Manipulation  
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Digital Tools for Collage and Photo Manipulation  
- Lesson 2: Navigating User Interfaces and Workspace Setup  
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Navigating User Interfaces and Workspace Setup  

Section 3: Safety, Ethics, and Copyright in Digital Media  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Copyright and Fair Use in Image Sourcing  
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding Copyright and Fair Use in Image Sourcing  
- Lesson 2: Ethical Considerations and Digital Safety Practices  
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Ethical Considerations and Digital Safety Practices  

Section 4: Basic Principles of Visual Design  
- Lesson 1: Elements of Design: Line, Shape, and Color  
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Elements of Design: Line, Shape, and Color  
- Lesson 2: Principles of Design: Balance, Contrast, and Unity  
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Principles of Design: Balance, Contrast, and Unity  

Section 5: Getting Started with Digital Collage  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Digital Collage Techniques  
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introduction to Digital Collage Techniques  
- Lesson 2: Setting Up Your First Digital Collage Project  
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Setting Up Your First Digital Collage Project  

Module 2: Image Sourcing, Selection, and Preparation

Section 1: Finding Quality Images  
- Lesson 1: Where to Find Public Domain and Creative Commons Images  
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Where to Find Public Domain and Creative Commons Images  
- Lesson 2: Evaluating Image Quality and Resolution Basics  
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Evaluating Image Quality and Resolution Basics  

Section 2: Image Editing Basics  
- Lesson 1: Cropping, Resizing, and Adjusting Images  
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Cropping, Resizing, and Adjusting Images  
- Lesson 2: Basic Color Correction and Brightness/Contrast Adjustments  
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Basic Color Correction and Brightness/Contrast Adjustments  

Section 3: Preparing Images for Collage  
- Lesson 1: Masking and Isolating Subject Elements  
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Masking and Isolating Subject Elements  
- Lesson 2: Cleaning Up and Removing Unwanted Backgrounds  
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Cleaning Up and Removing Unwanted Backgrounds  

Section 4: Understanding Image Composition  
- Lesson 1: Basics of Framing and Perspective in Photography  
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basics of Framing and Perspective in Photography  
- Lesson 2: The Role of Negative Space in Design  
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: The Role of Negative Space in Design  

Section 5: Organizing Your Digital Assets  
- Lesson 1: Creating Efficient Workflow File Structures  
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Creating Efficient Workflow File Structures  
- Lesson 2: Managing and Cataloging Image Assets  
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Managing and Cataloging Image Assets  

Module 3: Basic Techniques in Photo Manipulation

Section 1: Introduction to Photo Manipulation  
- Lesson 1: What is Photo Manipulation? An Overview  
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Photo Manipulation? An Overview  
- Lesson 2: Understanding the Role of Photo Manipulation in Art  
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Understanding the Role of Photo Manipulation in Art  

Section 2: Working with Layers  
- Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Layer-Based Editing  
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Layer-Based Editing  
- Lesson 2: Organizing Layers and Basic Layer Adjustments  
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Organizing Layers and Basic Layer Adjustments  

Section 3: Basic Retouching Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Simple Object Removal and Healing Methods  
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Simple Object Removal and Healing Methods  
- Lesson 2: Basic Color and Tone Matching  
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Basic Color and Tone Matching  

Section 4: Blending and Masking Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Layer Masks and Blending Modes  
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to Layer Masks and Blending Modes  
- Lesson 2: Practical Applications of Blending in Composite Images  
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practical Applications of Blending in Composite Images  

Section 5: Applying Filters and Effects  
- Lesson 1: Overview of Basic Digital Filters  
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Overview of Basic Digital Filters  
- Lesson 2: Practical Use of Effects to Enhance Images  
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practical Use of Effects to Enhance Images  

Module 4: Layering Methods and Composition in Digital Collage

Section 1: Advanced Layering Basics  
- Lesson 1: Organizing and Grouping Elements in Layers  
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Organizing and Grouping Elements in Layers  
- Lesson 2: Techniques for Merging Elements Seamlessly  
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Techniques for Merging Elements Seamlessly  

Section 2: Building Depth in Collage  
- Lesson 1: Creating a Sense of Depth with Layer Variations  
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating a Sense of Depth with Layer Variations  
- Lesson 2: Using Shadows and Highlights to Enhance Depth  
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Shadows and Highlights to Enhance Depth  

Section 3: Composition Fundamentals I  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Focal Points in Composition  
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding Focal Points in Composition  
- Lesson 2: Utilizing Leading Lines and Visual Flow  
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Utilizing Leading Lines and Visual Flow  

Section 4: Composition Fundamentals II  
- Lesson 1: Balancing Elements and Space in Collage  
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Balancing Elements and Space in Collage  
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Asymmetry and Symmetry  
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Asymmetry and Symmetry  

Section 5: Color Integration in Collage  
- Lesson 1: Basic Color Theory for Digital Collage  
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Basic Color Theory for Digital Collage  
- Lesson 2: Harmonizing Colors across Multiple Layers  
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Harmonizing Colors across Multiple Layers  

Module 5: Narrative, Symbolism, and Final Project Execution

Section 1: Storytelling Through Collage  
- Lesson 1: Identifying Themes and Narratives in Visual Art  
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Identifying Themes and Narratives in Visual Art  
- Lesson 2: Using Images to Convey Story and Emotion  
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Using Images to Convey Story and Emotion  

Section 2: Symbolism in Digital Collage  
- Lesson 1: Recognizing and Utilizing Symbolic Elements  
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Recognizing and Utilizing Symbolic Elements  
- Lesson 2: Integrating Cultural and Personal Symbols in Art  
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Integrating Cultural and Personal Symbols in Art  

Section 3: Planning Your Collage Composition  
- Lesson 1: Sketching and Conceptual Planning Techniques  
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Sketching and Conceptual Planning Techniques  
- Lesson 2: Mapping Out Layer Structures and Visual Hierarchy  
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Mapping Out Layer Structures and Visual Hierarchy  

Section 4: Final Project Preparation  
- Lesson 1: Project Guidelines and Creative Brief Development  
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Project Guidelines and Creative Brief Development  
- Lesson 2: Setting Milestones and Time Management Strategies  
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Setting Milestones and Time Management Strategies  

Section 5: Project Execution and Peer Review  
- Lesson 1: Executing the Final Digital Collage Project  
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Executing the Final Digital Collage Project  
- Lesson 2: Presentations, Critiques, and Art Reflection  
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Presentations, Critiques, and Art Reflection