Transform your landscape projects into persuasive, beautifully presented portfolios

If you design gardens, courtyards, parks or urban public spaces in Saint‑Petersburg, this authorial online course will teach you how to present your concepts like a pro using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign. Learn visual storytelling, photomontage, draft-to‑board workflow and client‑ready documentation — all adapted to the local climate, architectural context and market expectations of Saint‑Petersburg.

Who this course is for

— Landscape architects and designers aiming to improve visual communication
— Architects, urbanists and students who prepare project boards and portfolios
— Freelancers and studio teams who need consistent, print‑ready presentations
— Anyone selling landscape design services in Saint‑Petersburg and the wider Russian market

Why Photoshop + InDesign?

— *Photoshop* creates compelling concept visuals: photorealistic montages, plant textures, lighting and mood.
— *InDesign* turns visuals into readable, well‑structured boards, portfolios and PDF packages for clients and contractors.
— Together they let you control narrative, scale, typography, annotations and print/export quality.

What you will learn (module overview)

1. Introduction: presentation basics and storytelling for landscape projects
— Defining the client story and project message
— Choosing formats (A3/A2/A1, digital PDF, web portfolio)
2. Photoshop for landscape designers
— Preparing base photos and orthophotos, basic corrections
— Photomontage: masking, compositing, sky replacement, perspective match
— Lighting, shadows, color grading and seasonal variations (snow, wet pavements)
— Plant palettes: scaling, placement and realistic integration
— Retouching hardscape textures, water, pools and reflections
— Exporting high‑resolution assets for print
3. InDesign for project boards and portfolios
— Grid systems and page hierarchy for landscape layouts
— Typography: choosing fonts and establishing a visual language
— Integrating drawings, plans, sections and rendered visuals
— Multi‑page portfolios, legends and spec sheets
— Creating print‑ready PDFs and interactive digital presentations
4. Visual project presentation and client communication
— Structuring a pitch: concept, development, materials, cost outline
— Annotating plans and creating concise legends
— Preparing presentation packages for municipal approvals and clients
— Pricing presentation services and packaging deliverables
5. Practical projects and portfolio building
— Two guided projects with instructor feedback — one urban courtyard, one private garden (Saint‑Petersburg case studies)
— Final portfolio review and revision

Course format

— Fully online (recorded lessons + weekly live workshops and feedback sessions)
— Duration: standard 8 weeks (option for 4‑week intensive)
— Homework with personal instructor critiques and group critiques
— Templates and editable master files for Photoshop and InDesign
— Materials in Russian; key resources and templates available in English on request
— Live sessions scheduled to suit Saint‑Petersburg time zone (UTC+3)

Why this course is tailored to Saint‑Petersburg designers

— Case studies reflect local typologies: historic courtyards, dacha gardens, embankments and public parks
— Seasonal presentation techniques: how to show designs in snow, early spring thaw and lush summer
— Tips for working with Saint‑Petersburg planning requirements and client expectations
— Examples and plant palettes suited to the northern climate and local suppliers

Outcomes — what you will be able to do

— Produce professional photomontages, concept boards and multi‑page portfolios
— Deliver print‑ready PDFs and client presentation decks
— Confidently tell a project story that wins clients or municipal approval
— Use templates and workflows that save time and ensure consistent branding

Instructor & support

— Authorial course taught by an experienced landscape designer and visualiser with real SPB projects
— Regular Q&A, portfolio review session and lifetime access to recorded materials
— Certificate of completion suitable for portfolios and studio credentials

Pricing & enrollment

— Flexible pricing: standard track, intensive track, and group/studio rates
— Early bird discounts and installment options available
— To inquire and reserve a spot: email info@yourcourse.ru or visit our course page (local payment options available)

FAQs

— Do I need prior Photoshop/InDesign skills? Basic familiarity helps, but beginners are welcome — we cover core tools from first principles.
— What software versions are required? Adobe CC — current versions of Photoshop and InDesign recommended.
— Will I get templates to reuse? Yes — editable masterboards, plant palette files, type styles and export presets included.

Ready to upgrade your presentations?

If you design for Saint‑Petersburg’s unique cityscape and want clients, municipalities and collaborators to clearly see the value of your ideas, this course gives practical skills and ready‑to‑use templates to make that happen. Enroll today or request a free syllabus and sample lesson.

Contact: info@yourcourse.ru | Course coordinator: +7 (812) 000‑0000
(Include “SPB Presentation Course