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Andrew Clarke
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Advocate

Lightroom Editing Masterclass

Andrew Clarke
Image: Alpha 7R IV (A7RM4A)
Andrew Clarke
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Advocate
Lightroom Editing Masterclass
Andrew Clarke
Image: Alpha 7R IV (A7RM4A)
Scene Festival
A complete end-to-end Lightroom Classic masterclass over 6 sessions!

About the event

Welcome to the editing masterclass you've been looking for!

Join Sony Digital Imaging Advocate and Sony Alpha Awards Judge Andrew J Clarke for this online editing masterclass, where you will learn everything you need to know to become an editing expert in Lightroom Classic: from importing and organising your images, to basic RAW editing, to image stacking and compositing in Photoshop - and all from the comfort of your own home!

The course is split into 6 x 1.5 hour sessions running every Monday and Thursday evening from 16 Sep 2024 until 3 Oct 2024. *Please note the sessions start at 8:00pm AEST (6:00pm AWST)*

Each session covers unique topics and can be booked separately, so feel free to sign up for a single night or all 6 if you're looking to learn a complete end to end workflow.

Please review the complete program and syllabus below to make sure you're signing up for the right session(s)! Recordings of each session will be made available to those who attend.

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Session

Time

Topics Covered

Participants

Cost

#1

Understanding catalogues, image importing & workflow in Lightroom Classic

Mon, 16 Sep 2024, 6:00pm (AWST), 8:00pm (AEST)

  • Importing images and the RAW workflow
  • Using previews
  • Optimising Lightroom’s performance
  • Organisation, file renaming and collections
  • Understanding Lightroom’s module system
  • Filtering, reviewing and culling using the Library module
  • Follow along processing featured images

8-10

$29

#2

Image corrections in Lightroom Classic

Thurs, 19 Sep 2024, 6:00pm (AWST), 8:00pm (AEST)

  • Basic correction tools (colour balance, brightness, contrast, saturation)
  • Understanding the histogram
  • Understanding the tone curve
  • Basics of local adjustments using masks
  • Removing dust and spots from your images
  • Follow along processing featured images

8-10

$29

#3

Advanced image editing in Lightroom Classic

Mon, 23 Sep 2024, 6:00pm (AWST), 8:00pm (AEST)

  • Advanced colour balancing
  • Advanced masking for precise adjustments
  • Managing noise and sharpness
  • Using the effects and transform tools
  • Syncing adjustments and creating your own presets
  • Advanced subject removal
  • Follow along processing featured images

8-10

$29

#4

Expert image editing techniques in Lightroom and Photoshop

Thurs, 26 Sep 2024, 6:00pm (AWST), 8:00pm (AEST)

  • Building/using complex masks in Lightroom
  • AI upscaling
  • Merging HDR & Panorama images in Lightroom
  • Integrating Photoshop into your Lightroom workflow, including advanced subject removal techniques and compositing
  • Follow along processing featured images

8-10

$29

#5

Astrophotography editing tools and workflow

Mon, 30 Sep 2024, 6:00pm (AWST), 8:00pm (AEST)

  • Processing tools and tips for astrophotography images
  • Noise reduction through image stacking and dark frames using Sequator (free third party software)
  • Creating star trail images using StarStax (free third party software)
  • Advanced compositing techniques in Photoshop
  • Follow along processing featured images

8-10

$39 (2 hours)

#6

Finalising and exporting your images for digital sharing and print

Weds, 2 Oct 2024, 6:00pm (AWST), 8:00pm (AEST)

  • Understanding file formats and their uses
  • Optimising your images for social media and web delivery
  • Optimising your images for printing
  • Setting up/using export presets
  • Setting up cloud backup for your finalised images
  • Q&A session covering all parts of workflow + troubleshooting for common Lightroom issues

8-10

$29

Note: Although a lot of the topics discussed are transferrable to other software, this workshop series is specifically for those using "Lightroom Classic" and "Adobe Photoshop" on desktop (both MacOS and Windows). This course will not cover the use of other editing apps like "Lightroom" or "Lightroom Mobile" and is not suitable for those who edit exclusively on iPad or mobile.

You can purchase a subscription for Lightroom Classic and Adobe Photoshop either individually or as part of the "Photography Plan" here. A 7 day free trial is also available for new users wanting to try it out!

Techniques covered

  • Image importing & workflow 
  • The basics of image corrections in Lightroom 
  • Advanced image editing in Lightroom 
  • Expert image editing techniques in Lightroom and Photoshop 
  • Advanced astrophotography workflow 
  • Exporting and finalising your images 

What to bring

  • You will require access to Adobe Lightroom Classic to get the most from this workshop series. 
  • (Recommended) A second computer screen (or large tablet) so that you can have my content and your own Lightroom app open side-by-side. 
  • (Recommended) A microphone to partake in discussion is recommended, but not necessary. A webcam is entirely optional! 

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

This is an online-only event, so wear whatever you want!
You will require access to Adobe Lightroom Classic to get the most from this workshop series. Although a lot of the topics discussed are transferrable to other software, this workshop series is specifically for those using "Lightroom Classic" and "Adobe Photoshop" on desktop (both MacOS and Windows). This course will not cover the use of other editing apps like "Lightroom" or "Lightroom Mobile" and is not suitable for those who edit exclusively on iPad or mobile.
Yes, feel free to contact Andrew at andrew@andrewjclarke.com.au (prefered) or 0431 262 360 (if urgent)
Mon 16 Sep 2024, 6:00PM - 7:30PM (UTC+8) Perth
Suitable for all levels
A$29 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 19 Sep 2024, 6:00PM - 7:30PM (UTC+8) Perth
Suitable for all levels
A$29 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Mon 23 Sep 2024, 6:00PM - 7:30PM (UTC+8) Perth
Suitable for all levels
A$29 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Thu 26 Sep 2024, 6:00PM - 7:30PM (UTC+8) Perth
Suitable for all levels
A$29 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Mon 30 Sep 2024, 6:00PM - 8:00PM (UTC+8) Perth
Suitable for all levels
A$39 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
Wed 2 Oct 2024, 6:00PM - 7:30PM (UTC+8) Perth
Suitable for all levels
A$29 per/person    
Online meeting details will be emailed to you with the booking confirmation.
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