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Dennis C. - Tutor

Expert in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustration and Adobe InDesign
Dennis C. Tutors College Students
(271)
Hourly Fee: $50
Location: Lakewood, CA
Travel Radius: 30 miles
In-person + Online
Your first hour with any tutor is always 100% refundable!

Personal Statement

Dennis Canon is a Creative Art Director with over 15 years of experience in the field of consumer products, branding, and advertising. He has a solid and strong understanding of all aspects of design, communication, and brand implementation.

He is a professor at USC, CSULB and LBCC and he has taught at Otis College Art & Design, FIDM, and Chapman University. He also lends his time as a guest speaker/portfolio reviewer for Art Center, Laguna College of Art & Design, and CSUN. He also has h...

Reviews

I found this lesson to be a good starting point for complete beginners like myself! I definitely learned a lot about the basics of Illustrator, and the tutor was patient and encouraging throughout. However, I felt like there was room for more depth and advanced techniques. While the tutor clearly had a good understanding of the software, they was a gap in providing guidance for more complex topics. One specific topic I was interested in exploring was creating a heart shape and adding text that aligns to it. Unfortunately, when I asked the instructor for guidance, they weren't fully prepared to address it, despite sharing the relevant material beforehand. Overall, the lesson provided a good introduction to Illustrator basics. However, to enhance the experience for future students, I believe ensuring deeper dives into specific topics upon request and being fully prepared based on pre-shared materials would be beneficial.
- Kaye E. from Conroe, TX
InDesign intricacies related to Fonts...He took the time to walk me through the step by step process to achieve the result that was necessary to complete my project.
- Vrinda D. from Austin, TX
Dennis was a great tutor. Would definitely hire again! He is very knowledgeable with packaging design and was able to get through the basics needed to prep a design for printing.
- Twin B. from Valley Village, CA
Dennis knows his stuff, unfortunately illustrator was not the right tool for what I wanted to achieve. Dennis cut the lesson down to a half hour for me which was really cool of him. Super nice guy very easy to understand.
- Philip T. from Cedar Park, TX
Dennis did a great job navigatiing tools to help me finish Illustrator and photoshop projects on time. Will definitely reach out to him again in the future.
- Rob G. from Greer, SC
Photoshop Resolution & Enlargements / Web Sites to Download HR images Web Sites to showcase my work and possible sale venues. Adobe Illustrator and Bridge vs Lightroom .
- MICHAEL E. from Miami, FL
A dozen or so sessions in, and I cannot say enough good things about Dennis. I have a 4.0 in my class because of him and his expertise!!
- Melanie H. from Santa Monica, CA
Dennis helped my son with a college assignment in Adobe Illustrator. He was patient, knowledgeable and encouraging. He was prompt in responding and scheduling. Great experience!
- Sunita S. from Issaquah, WA
He took the time to listen to what my concerns were. Then was very patient as he explained in a way that was easy to understand how to complete each task. I would highly recommend him for it any of your Photoshop needs.
- Samantha P. from Anaheim, CA
He took the time to listen to what my concerns were. Then was very patient as he explained in a way that was easy to understand how to complete each task. I would highly recommend him for it any of your Photoshop needs.
- Samantha P. from Anaheim, CA
Dennis was quick to understand my objectives. He helped solved my problem right away and offered alternatives. He was flexible and responsive and a good listerner.
- Karen Y. from Oakland, CA
Dennis was super helpful and I look forward to working with him again. I love how he asked me for a copy of the file I was working on and he showed me how to do it using my file and I did it myself on my end at the same time. That's the best way for me learn. Thanks Dennis!
- Karen S. from Cary, NC
Dennis helped me with my specific questions. He was very knowledgeable and clear with his instructions. He walked me through a process that was new to me. I will definitely be hiring him again with anything I need in the future. I highly recommend him!!
- Michele P. from Urbandale, IA
This was a preliminary session to discuss my needs. I explained my background and described the project I had in mind. He took it all in and now I'm waiting for him to get back with me. .
- Robert K. from South Webster, OH
I've been stuck while working on some projects and Dennis jumped in and walked me through everything I was stuck on. Awesome and I'm meeting with him again for other project goals.
- Elisa S. from Aurora, CO
I will continue classes with Dennis. He has much knowledge and experience in the Adobe Creative Cloud programs and I have a lot to learn. I appreciate his patience, thoroughness and detailed explanation. Looking forward to my next class!
- Caroline Z. from Denton, TX
Dennis helped me bring my design into AI while patiently navigating me through Illustrator. Now using AI is fun, not frustrating. Still lots to learn, looking forward to more lessons from Dennis.
- Dennis D. from Haines, AK
Dennis taught me how to clip designs together and mask. Also other little things for my project. It was honestly great to have him as my tutor. Will have him again in the future to teach me more as I realized that photoshop is pretty fun to use and valuable skill to learn.
- Ivan M. from North Brunswick, NJ
Dennis is very patient. He showed me how to take full advantage of the spot healing tool in Photoshop. Best money I have ever spent for 1 on 1 instruction. I will definitely use him again when the need arises.
- Bill K. from Lynnwood, WA
My daughter just started with Dennis, and he has been great. My daughter just got Adobe suites and is not familiar with the programs, and Dennis is helping her pave her way through it. He has been very patient. Great teacher!
- Lani D. from Palm Harbor, FL