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Shortcut to Brilliant: Adobe CS4 Launch Tour
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Learn everything you need to know about the new Adobe Creative Suite 4!
This one-day seminar brings the best of both worlds: in the morning, get an overview of what’s new in Adobe Creative Suite 4 directly from some of Adobe’s best presenters; in the afternoon, two tracks—design and web—given by renowned industry experts, provide in-depth information, tips and tricks, and productive techniques. Whether you’ve already upgraded to Adobe Creative Suite 4 or still deciding, this is your chance to get all the info you need!
Book your seat today:
Advanced Registration ends 1/29/09
Workshop attendees will receive
• Handout booklet
• 30-day trial to the Lynda.com Online Training Library™ ($25 value)*
• Access to video recording of both afternoon Print and Web sessions
*New subscribers only
About the Instructors
MORNING SESSION:
Lisa Niday (formerly Forrester) has been involved in the publishing industry for the past 30 years. She has been a consultant, trainer, and instructor in desktop publishing, prepress, and design at corporations, resellers, and colleges. Prior to joining Adobe, Lisa owned a design firm for 12 years; her current position at Adobe takes her all over the country and lets her bring the good news of CS4 to receptive businesses, user groups, and other design organizations nationwide. She is an Adobe Certified Expert in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat and Pagemaker.AFTERNOON SESSIONS:
Brian Wood is an Adobe Certified Creative Suite Master, author of three books published by Peachpit Press, as well as numerous video titles for Lynda.com. As co-owner and Director of Training of eVolve Computer Graphics Training Inc., he is a seasoned web developer and trainer. Brian is also the host of the MOGO Media Web Design Podcast. He has provided training to clients like Nordstrom, REI, Costco, Starbucks, Nintendo and many others, and speaks regularly at national and regional events, including The Web Design Conference, CSS Master Class, The Creative Suite Conference, The InDesign Conference, as well as events hosted by AIGA, GAG, STC, CASE and other industry organizations.
Chris Converse, a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology with a BFA in graphic design, has evolved into a multimedia designer and developer in the Philadelphia area over the past fifteen years, and has worked in the mediums of print, websites, animation, DVDs, photography, and package design. Chris brings real world project experience to the conference arena. His expertise in Adobe’s Creative Suite, is showcased through work-flows and the integration of the tools to get the job done and your meet deadlines.
Seminar Schedule
Registration opens 8:00
Shortcut to Brilliant: Adobe Creative Suite 4 (9:00 - 12:00)
Adobe Creative Suite 4 delivers tightly integrated software and services that measurably improve productivity and enable you to produce richly expressive work in print, web, interactive, video, audio, and mobile. Watch as some of Adobe’s most knowledgeable and dynamic presenters take you on an in-depth tour of the features in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks, Flash, Dreamweaver, Acrobat Pro, and more!
Adobe Creative Suite 4: Discussion Panel and Prizes (12:00 - 12:30)
Join renowned industry professionals in an interactive moderated discussion on the benefits of Adobe Creative Suite 4. In addition, win fabulous prizes including a copy of Adobe Creative Suite 4 Design Premium!
LUNCH ON YOUR OWN (12:30–1:45)
Design Track: Photoshop / Illustrator / InDesign (1:45 - 5:00)
Join Brian Wood for an unforgettable afternoon of professional insight, tips & tricks, and real world production techniques covering Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. The session will conclude with a question and answer period, so that you can learn everything you need to know about these powerful CS4 applications.
Web Track: Fireworks / Flash / Dreamweaver (1:45 - 5:00)
Join Chris Converse for an unforgettable afternoon of professional insight, tips & tricks, and real world production techniques covering Fireworks, Flash, and Dreamweaver. The session will conclude with a question and answer period, so that you can learn everything you need to know about these powerful CS4 applications.
Can’t choose which afternoon track to attend? As an attendee, you’ll have access to a video recording of both sessions, which you can watch online, at your leisure.
Location
Los Angeles Convention Center
1201 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213.741.1151Directions
Parking: $12.00 (No In/Out)
Parking and Traffic Information: Radio Station 1630 AM
The Los Angeles Convention Center is conveniently located at the intersection of the Santa Monica Freeway (10) and the Harbor Freeway (110).
WEST HALL PARKING DIRECTIONS & METRORAIL SERVICE Metro Rail Blue Line:
The Metro Rail Blue Line connects with all Metro Rail and Metro Link lines at Union Station and stops on Flower at Pico (PICO STATION), directly across from the Los Angeles Convention Center. Metro Rail fares average $1.70 each way. To plan your trip, call 1-800-COMMUTE or visit http://www.mta.net/riding_metro/Driving Directions:
Driving Directions:
From the South
From 110 NORTH, transition to the 10 WEST, and exit immediately from the LEFT lane to PICO Blvd. The PICO off-ramp becomes CHERRY St. Turn RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
Alternate from the SouthFrom 110 NORTH, exit at 9th St. RIGHT on FLOWER St. RIGHT on 11th. LEFT on CHERRY St. LEFT into the West Hall parking garage.
From the NorthFrom 110 SOUTH, exit at OLYMPIC Blvd. LEFT at bottom of ramp onto BLAINE. LEFT on 11th St. Immediate RIGHT on CHERRY St, and LEFT into the West Hall garage.
From the EastFrom 10 WEST, transition to the 110 NORTH (Downtown). EXIT at PICO Blvd. The PICO off-ramp becomes CHERRY St. Turn RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
From the WestFrom 10 EAST, exit at GRAND Ave. Turn LEFT on OLIVE St., and LEFT on PICO Blvd. Turn RIGHT on CHERRY St. and RIGHT into the West Hall parking garage.
Alternate from the WestFrom 10 EAST, transition to the 110 NORTH, exit at 9th St. RIGHT on FLOWER St. RIGHT on 11TH St. LEFT on CHERRY St. LEFT into the West Hall parking garage.
From Union StationBy Metrolink Rail: Take the Metro Red Line. Exit at 7th Street then transfer to the Metro Blue Line (Long Beach). Exit at Pico Boulevard Station. Then walk one block west to Figueroa Street.
Commuter Express from Downtown Los AngelesTake route 413 - From Temple/Hill (Civic Center) to 11th /Figueroa Street (LACC).
