Free-Edit Live & Online: Long Exposure Waterfalls

Join me, Luke Tscharke, for a free, interactive online editing session focused on long exposure waterfall photography. This hour-long Zoom session offers a behind-the-scenes look at my editing process as I work on previously unseen waterfall photos from Tasmania.

We'll cover techniques like balancing exposure across flowing water and shadowed forest, managing blown highlights in white water, drawing detail and texture out of the silky flow, and bringing out the lush greens and moss of the surrounding bush, giving you insight into a genuine editing workflow. I'll be demonstrating my workflow using various tools, including Adobe Lightroom and possibly Photoshop. While some familiarity with photo editing software would be beneficial, all skill levels are welcome to join and learn.

Free Edit Live & Online: These Zoom sessions show you the true process of how a professional photographer edits, reflecting the real world rather than a curated scenario. If you are looking for a more structured tutorial session keep an eye out for my paid online tutorials here on Sony Scene.

The session is designed to be casual, friendly, and relaxed. You're welcome to simply watch and listen, or actively participate by asking questions throughout the edit. Even if you don't photograph waterfalls specifically, it's still worth tuning in to learn about managing high-contrast scenes and recovering detail in landscape photography. You can always apply these techniques to other images. At the end of the session, we'll have a brief Q&A to address any additional queries.

This session is open to all photographers, regardless of the camera brand you use. Whether you're new to editing or looking to refine your skills with waterfall images, you'll have the opportunity to pick up tips and techniques that you can apply to your own workflow.

Session Details

• Topic: Free-Edit Live & Online: Long Exposure Waterfalls
• Date: Tuesday, 21st July
• Time: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM AEST
• Platform: Zoom (registration required via provided link)
• Cost: Free
• Spots available: 50
• Recording: The session may be recorded by the host for review and process improvement. Participants are also welcome to record their own local copy for personal use. No replay will be published. Zoom notifies all attendees when a recording is in progress.

Important: Zoom registration is required to attend this session. After booking through Sony Scene, you'll receive a separate email with the Zoom registration link. Please complete this registration to secure your spot.

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your waterfall photography editing skills. Register now to secure your spot in this free, interactive session!

Looking for more personalised assistance? Check out my one-on-one mentoring sessions on my Sony Scene profile where I can work directly with you on your images and provide tailored guidance.

• Editing is live and exploratory, however we'll possibly cover:

  • Raw file processing in Adobe Lightroom and other programs
  • Colour correction and white balance adjustments for lush forest greens
  • Managing blown highlights and recovering detail in white water
  • Exposure blending techniques where required
  • Local adjustments using masks and brushes to enhance water flow and texture
  • Working with layers in Adobe Photoshop for detailed editing
  • Sharpening and noise reduction if needed
  • Preparing images for print and social media where time permits
  • Note: Actual techniques covered may vary depending on the images being edited

• A reliable internet connection
• Zoom software installed on your device
• Optional: Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop if you want to follow along
• Optional: Your own waterfall images to work on during the session
• Prepare any questions you have about photography or editing