The Sound Studio is the library’s digital media lab! In addition to recording equipment and digital converting equipment, the iMac has a lot of creative software available for a variety of digital media projects. This can be photos, songs, podcasts, videos, and more!
For first-time users, you can Request an Appointment for one-on-one help to get you started. But for anyone wanting to go beyond the basics, below are a list of recommended Udemy classes.
Udemy is one of the library’s learning databases that offers technology tutorials. Udemy also includes tutorials in other topics like business, language learning, cybersecurity, and more. Addison Public Library cardholders can access Udemy for free. Some of these courses will provide a certification once completed!
GarageBand
Want to record a song or podcast? The Sound Studio has a Blue Snowball mic, midi keyboard piano, and GarageBand to meet your audio recording needs! Learn how to record and mix sound with these courses:
- How to Use Garageband (macOS) The Complete Guide (5h, Apr 2020)
- The Podcast Masterclass: The Complete Guide to Podcasting (5h 30m, Sept 2024)
- The Complete EDM Production Course – Produce, Mix & Master (12 h, Nov 2022)
Photoshop
Do you have photos on your phone you want to edit? Maybe you’ve scanned some old black and white photos and want to colorize them. Photoshop is the tool for you! There is a lot to learn with Photoshop. Here are some good places to start:
- Adobe Photoshop CC – Essentials Training Course (11h 37m, Feb 2024)
- Photoshop In-Depth: Master all of Photoshop’s Tools Easily (5 h 19m, Jan 2024)
- Photoshop MasterClass (14h 35m, Feb 2024)
iMovie
Have you used the digitizing equipment to convert your home VHS and 8mm videos? Or maybe you want to create a short TikTok? iMovie is one of beginner-level movie editing programs available in the Sound Studio. Here are some courses:
- iMovie – from beginner to advanced (1h, May 2022)
- The Complete iMovie Course – from Beginner to Advanced (11h, Apr 2022)
Adobe Creative Cloud
Photoshop, GarageBand, and iMovie are some of the most popular software in the Sound Studio. But the Sound Studio also has the full Adobe Creative Cloud suite that includes Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, and more. Below are some courses for other Adobe programs:
- Adobe Premiere Pro CC – Essentials Training Course (15h 50m, Aug 2023)
- Adobe Illustrator CC – Essentials Training Course (12h, Sept 2024)
- Adobe InDesign CC: Your Complete Guide to InDesign (6h, Apr 2024)
- Intro to Acrobat Pro DC – Everything you need to know! (3h 35m, Feb 2023)
Other Creative Courses
You can learn the fundamentals of photography, design, and more with these courses:
- iPhone Photography | Take Professional Photos on Your iPhone (1h 22m, Feb 2023)
- Photography Masterclass: Your Complete Guide to Photography (65h, Sept 2024)
- Graphic Design Masterclass – Learn GREAT Design (30h, June 2024)
- Video Production Bootcamp: Videography, Cinematography+ (10h, Apr 2024)
- YouTube Creator Course: Audio & Video Production for YouTube (16h 16m, Sept 2024)