Graphic Design
Understand what Adobe Firefly does
Know how Firefly differs from other AI image tools
Understand Firefly’s ethical and commercial-use focus
Identify real-world use cases for designers and brands
Navigate the Firefly web interface
Understand available tools and features
Manage generations and variations
Understand Creative Cloud integration
Structure clear, effective prompts
Use descriptive language correctly
Control subject, style, mood, and composition
Avoid vague or conflicting instructions
Improve results through iteration
Use variations strategically
Adjust prompts for consistency
Develop repeatable prompt frameworks
Generate realistic and illustrative images
Control style, lighting, and perspective
Choose appropriate aspect ratios
Create images suitable for design use
Apply style presets intentionally
Match existing brand aesthetics
Avoid overly “AI-looking” results
Maintain visual coherence across multiple images
Use reference images to guide output
Achieve consistent visual direction
Generate assets that align with existing designs
Regenerate specific areas
Adjust composition and framing
Select the most usable outputs for production
Generate background imagery
Create concept visuals and mockups
Support branding and campaign ideation
Speed up early design stages
Students understand how Firefly works, can write effective prompts, generate high-quality images, and refine AI outputs for practical design use.
Extend images using Generative Expand
Replace or remove objects cleanly
Fix composition issues quickly
Maintain realism and consistency
Move Firefly-generated assets into Photoshop
Refine AI results manually
Blend AI-generated elements with real images
Maintain non-destructive workflows
Create stylised text effects
Apply textures and materials to typography
Generate headline and campaign visuals
Avoid overuse and gimmicks
Use Firefly for vector-style ideas
Generate icon and illustration concepts
Prepare assets for Illustrator refinement
Use Firefly responsibly in professional projects
Understand commercial usage rights
Communicate AI use transparently
Maintain trust and credibility
Maintain visual consistency across outputs
Avoid common AI artefacts
Know when AI is not the right solution
Combine AI with traditional design skills
Explore ideas quickly
Generate multiple creative directions
Support brainstorming and mood boards
Reduce concept development time
Transition from AI concepts to production-ready assets
Rebuild AI ideas using traditional tools
Maintain creative ownership
Export images at correct resolutions
Prepare assets for print and digital
Avoid common technical issues
Organise AI-generated assets
Maintain clear version control
Integrate Firefly into existing Creative Cloud workflows
Use AI to accelerate—not replace—creative thinking
Avoid dependency on automation
Stay adaptable as AI tools evolve
Build a sustainable, professional AI-assisted workflow
By the end of this 2-day Adobe Firefly AI course, students will be able to:
Generate high-quality AI images and graphics confidently
Write effective prompts for consistent results
Integrate Firefly seamlessly with Photoshop and Illustrator
Use AI ethically and professionally in real-world projects
Accelerate ideation and production without losing creative control
Peter Meehan, your course instructor, brings over 20 years of experience in graphic design & Adobe Creative Media.
Holding a degree in graphic design, he has worked with thousands of students from global giants such as Sky, Citibank & more.
Claire Youd
Both course content and instructor knowledge is exceptional – fresh, engaging and relevant. The ongoing support that Big Rock Designs provides is a real plus. I plan to attend future courses and would recommend other do too!
Joanne Doherty
Although my Photoshop knowledge was very limited, I found the organised sessions very easy to follow and I was over the moon at the amount I had learned. I’m looking forward to putting it all into practice in the coming months ahead.
Lorna McGivern
As someone who has attended numerous digital workshops and training I can honestly say Big Rock Academy’s introduction to Photoshop was the best I’ve ever experienced. They excelled in teaching us the logic behind the main tools in a very easy to understand way.
Rachael Weir
I just completed the Advanced Photoshop course at Big Rock Academy and I’m extremely pleased with what I’ve learnt. I now feel equipped to put it into practice in my job. I had a great teacher and I was able to really get to grasps with the software very quickly.
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