Free-Edit Live & Online: Session 5 - Black and White

Join me for a free, interactive online editing session focused on black and white images. This hour-long Zoom session offers a behind-the-scenes look at my editing process as I work on one or two previously unseen black and white photos.

This is not a structured tutorial, but rather a live, freestyle editing session. I'll be working with images in real-time, making decisions on the spot. The techniques covered will depend entirely on what each image needs, giving you insight into a genuine editing workflow.

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. At the end of the session, we'll have a brief Q&A to address any additional queries.

The Editing Process

I'll be demonstrating my workflow using various tools, including Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, as well as discussing some of the plugins and additional software I use to enhance my images. You may see how I prepare photos for both printing and social media sharing. While some familiarity with photo editing software would be beneficial, all skill levels are welcome to join and learn.

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, you'll have the opportunity to pick up tips and techniques that you can apply to your own workflow.

Session Details

• Topic: Black and White Image Editing
• Date: Tuesday, 6th August
• Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM AEST
• Platform: Zoom (registration required)
• Cost: Free
• Spots available: 10 per session

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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.

If you can't make a session you've registered for, please let me know as soon as possible so I can make your spot available to someone else.

Please note: This session will not be recorded. It's a live, interactive experience designed to give you a genuine look at the editing process.

How to Prepare

• Ensure you have a stable internet connection
• Install the Zoom application on your device
• Optional: Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop if you want to follow along
• Optional: Your own black and white images to work on during the session
• Prepare any questions you have about black and white editing

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

• Raw file processing in Adobe Lightroom
• Contrast adjustments and tonal balance specific to black and white images
• Dodge and burn techniques for enhancing texture and detail
• Local adjustments using masks and brushes for dynamic range
• Working with layers in Adobe Photoshop for detailed editing
• Sharpening and noise reduction for black and white images
• 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 black and white images to work on during the session
• Prepare any questions you have about black and white editing