This Introduction to GIMP training is designed to help participants learn professional image editing and graphic design using GIMP, the powerful open-source alternative to commercial image editing tools. The course covers GIMP interface, image editing, layers, selections, retouching, text, basic compositing, and export workflows. Participants will gain hands-on experience to create high-quality graphics for web, marketing, and digital media projects using GIMP.

• Understand the interface, tools, and image editing capabilities of GIMP for digital design.
• Work with layers, selections, masks, brushes, and editing tools for professional image manipulation.
• Create and enhance graphics, photo edits, digital artwork, and visual content effectively.
• Apply color correction, retouching, filters, effects, and typography techniques for creative projects.
• Design web graphics, social media creatives, marketing materials, and digital assets.
• Build creative, professional, and production-ready visual designs using GIMP best practices.

 • Graphic designers and aspiring designers
 • Digital marketing professionals
 • Content creators and social media managers
 • Web designers
 • Students and professionals learning open-source design tools

 • Basic computer skills
 • Familiarity with digital images is helpful
 • Interest in graphic design and image editing

 • Navigating GIMP workspace and tools
 • Performing basic and advanced image editing
 • Using layers and masks effectively
 • Applying photo retouching techniques
 • Creating digital graphics and banners
 • Working with text and typography
 • Basic compositing and image manipulation
 • Exporting assets for web and print

By the end of this training, participants will be able to create and edit professional-quality graphics and images using GIMP. Learners will gain strong fundamentals in open-source image editing and design workflows, enabling them to produce high-quality visual content for digital and print use.

Introduction to GIMP & Workspace Basics
 • GIMP interface and tool panels
 • Customizing workspace
 • Understanding image resolution and color modes
 • File formats and project setup

Selections, Layers & Masks
 • Selection tools and techniques
 • Working with layers
 • Layer masks basics
 • Non-destructive editing concepts

Image Adjustments & Color Correction
 • Brightness and contrast
 • Levels and curves
 • Color balance and hue/saturation
 • Basic photo enhancement techniques

Basic Retouching & Cleanup
 • Healing and clone tools
 • Removing blemishes and imperfections
 • Content-aware style tools
 • Simple object removal

Text, Shapes & Simple Design Elements
 • Adding and formatting text
 • Text effects and styles
 • Basic shape tools
 • Creating simple graphics

Compositing & Image Manipulation
 • Combining multiple images
 • Blending modes
 • Basic masking techniques
 • Creating composite images

Graphics for Web & Social Media
 • Designing banners and social media creatives
 • Image optimization for web
 • Exporting assets for different platforms
 • Working with templates

Filters, Effects & Automation Basics
 • Using built-in filters
 • Applying effects
 • Batch processing basics
 • Improving workflow efficiency

GIMP Project Workshop & Best Practices
 • Creating a complete design project
 • Applying retouching and compositing
 • Preparing assets for delivery
 • Final project review and best practices

• GIMP Setup & Interface Navigation
• Layers, Selections & Image Editing Techniques
• Color Correction, Retouching & Photo Manipulation
• Filters, Effects & Digital Design Creation
• End-to-End Graphic Design Project

Participants will be evaluated through hands-on GIMP labs, practical design and editing exercises, instructor-led reviews, and a final project-based assessment focused on creating a complete GIMP-based design project.

Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive an AcadNXT Certificate of Completion for Introduction to GIMP. This digital, verifiable certification validates practical GIMP usage, image editing expertise, and open-source design skills and can be shared on LinkedIn and included in professional profiles to enhance graphic design and digital media career credibility.