Adobe Lightroom Classic Course: From Beginner To Pro

Unlock the Essential Tools for Mastering Post-Processing: Tutorials that Transform Your Images into Stunning Work of Art

What you'll learn

Editing photos to their full potential likes professionals

Introduction to Adobe Lightroom: Understand the software's unique features and workflow benefits.

Post-Processing Principles: Learn the key elements that make a captivating photo.

Library Module: Master photo importation, organisation, tagging, and ratings.

Develop Module Navigation: Familiarize with editing tools and components.

Hands-On Editing: Participate in editing sessions with various image types such as landscapes, portraits, street scenes, nature and outdoors, models

Removing blemishes and perfecting skin tones

Changing White Balance and Colour Temprature

Colour Grading, Reducing Noise and Increasing Sharpness

Tone Curve, adjusting Highlights, Shadows, Contrast, Whites and Blacks

Using the power of Masking and targeting adjustments to a specific area of the image

Requirements

Passion for photography and editing photos

Access to Adobe Lightroom

Description

This immersive program is designed for photographers of all levels who want to learn Adobe Lightroom and enhance their post-processing skills, and transform their images into works of art. Unlock the power of your photography with my comprehensive Adobe Lightroom course! Overview of Lightroom:  Begin your journey with an introduction to Adobe Lightroom, the industry-standard software for organising and editing photos. Learn what makes Lightroom unique, its capabilities, and how it can streamline your workflow, enabling you to focus on your creative vision.What Makes a Good Post-Processed Photo:  Explore the foundational principles of effective post-processing. Understand the elements that contribute to a captivating image: composition, exposure, colour balance, and storytelling. Gain insights into the techniques that elevate a good photo to greatness.Importing and Organising Photos:  Dive into the Library module, where you will learn how to import your photos and organise them efficiently. Discover tools for tagging, categorising, and rating your images, ensuring you can easily find what you're looking for when it matters most. Effective organisation is key to a smooth editing process, and we will equip you with the best practices to keep your workflow efficient.Explore the available tools for Editing/Post-Processing:  Transition into the Develop module, where the magic of post-processing happens. Familiarise yourself with the various components and tools at your disposal. Through step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on practice, you will learn to navigate the intricacies of editing—from basic adjustments to advanced techniques.Hands-On Editing Examples:  Using a diverse collection of images, including portraits, landscapes, street scenes, and model photography, we will conduct editing sessions. You will witness firsthand how to manipulate various sliders and settings to achieve optimal results. Key editing techniques covered will include:Adjusting Highlights and Shadows: Learn to recover details in both bright and dark areas of your images.Contrast and Clarity Enhancements: Discover how to add depth to your photos through contrast adjustments.Noise Reduction and Sharpening: Understand how to manage digital noise and sharpen details without compromising quality.Colour Grading Techniques: Explore the impact of colour adjustments on mood and visual storytelling.Utilising the Tone Curve: Master the tone curve for precise control over brightness and contrast.Layers and Masks: Learn how to edit specific parts of your image for targeted enhancements.By the end of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to elevate your photography through the art of post-processing. Join me to unlock the full potential of your images and create stunning visuals that resonate with your audience!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction and Walkthrough Adobe Lightroom

Lecture 1 Course Outline

Lecture 2 Examples of Why is Editing Important

Lecture 3 A brief walk through Lightroom

Section 2: Lightroom Library Module

Lecture 4 Lightroom's Library Module - Part I

Lecture 5 Lightroom's Library Module - Part II

Lecture 6 Importing Photos - Folder Option

Lecture 7 Importing Photos - Import Button

Lecture 8 Lightroom Catalogs

Lecture 9 Lightroom Collections

Lecture 10 Regular Collections

Lecture 11 Smart Collections

Section 3: Lightroom Develop Module

Lecture 12 Develop Module: Histogram, Basic Panel and Tone Curve

Lecture 13 Develop Module: [Masks, Colour Grading, Colour Mixer, Lens Correction etc.]

Section 4: Practice Images

Lecture 14 Portrait for Editing

Lecture 15 Landscape for Editing

Section 5: Image Editing Like a Pro

Lecture 16 My Editing Framework with Examples

Lecture 17 Qualities of a Good Image

Lecture 18 Editing a Portrait

Lecture 19 Editing a Portrait

Lecture 20 Editing a Street Photography Scene

Lecture 21 Editing Portrait of a Female Model

Lecture 22 Editing a Wedding Photo

Lecture 23 Editing a Landscape

Lecture 24 Editing a Complex Landscape - Part I

Lecture 25 Editing a Complex Landscape - Part II

Lecture 26 Lightroom Updates for Landscapes - May 2025

Section 6: Download Lightroom Presets

Lecture 27 Download Vintage Lightroom Presets

Section 7: Conclusion

Lecture 28 Conclusion

Anyone interested in transforming their photos into professional-quality artwork,Those who want to learn how to effectively use Adobe Lightroom,Individuals looking to enhance their post-processing skills,Creatives seeking to improve their image editing techniques,Photographers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced