Lightroom and Photoshop Class - Join Me!

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A return to in-person teaching! - Join me for this small class that will provide you with the hands-on instruction you need to get your photos organized and edit efficiently.

January 14 & 15, 2023 in Gold River/Rancho Cordova, CA

Sacramento Lightroom & Photoshop Class
$399.00

Learn my complete photography editing workflow using Lightroom Classic and Photoshop in a hands-on and personalized environment.

Designed to get you from your current comfort level with Lightroom and Photoshop to a whole new level with personalized instruction. I am a photographer and I have been working with Lightroom for 15 years and created The Lightroom for Beginners video series that has helped photographers all over the world learn and improve their skills in Lightroom and Photoshop.

No matter what your level is with Lightroom & Photoshop, you will learn what you need to beautifully and efficiently edit during this immersive learning course! Instruction at the McKay’s comfortable Classroom and Gallery location outside Sacramento, CA. This is HANDS-ON learning. You are encouraged to bring your computer and you will have time to apply and practice the techniques discussed in class.

If you are new to Lightroom or Photoshop, there is no need to be intimidated, I have experience teaching students of all levels.

Due to the small-group nature of this class, it will sell out fast. Do not delay in registering to be a part of something super special at a truly affordable price!

See the details below as well as the FAQ page!

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Lightroom Topics Covered:

  • Understanding Lightroom

  • Installation and Catalog Setup

  • Best Practices for Importing your Photos

  • Staying Organized

  • Understanding Collections

  • Deep Dive into the Develop Module of Lightroom and Photoshop

  • Editing, including the use of presets, masks, and brush tools

  • Creating HDR and Panoramas

  • Best Settings for Exporting for Print, The Web, and Instagram/Facebook

  • Round Trip Editing with Photoshop

Photoshop Topics Covered

  • Layers & Masks Explained Simply

  • Editing in Camera Raw

  • Healing and Content-Aware Fill

  • Sharpening & Blur

  • Making Photoshop work for you

Dates:

  • January 14 & 15, 2023

  • Workshop is from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 9am to 4pm on Sunday

  • Time will be taken for a lunch break each day.

Price:

  • $399

Location:

  • Gold River/Rancho Cordova, CA

Airport:

  • Sacramento (SMF) is the closest airport to the course location.

Lodging:

  • Lodging is not included in the course price. There are several hotels in the area. A list of recommended properties will be sent out after registration. We will assist with finding roommates for those who request it.

Does Not Include:

  • Lodging, Transportation or Travelers Insurance (Recommended)

  • Personal expenses such as meals or beverages

  • Computer or software costs

Q: What if I am new to editing?
A: This course is designed to teach you even if you have never opened Lightroom or Photoshop. You’ll learn an incredible amount in just two days!

Q: Do I need to own Lightroom and Photoshop
A: NO, Adobe offers a free 7-day trial of these programs. This course is designed to get you started from scratch - no prior experience with Lightroom or Photoshop is required.

Q: What if I own a different version of Lightroom?
A: There are several versions of Lightroom. Lightroom CC, Lightroom Classic and older Lightroom 6.  90% of what will be taught in this class applies to ALL the older versions of Lightroom Classic. If you have Lightroom CC you may find much of the first day frustrating as the organization tools are quite different.

I teach you how to edit most photos in just a few easy steps. This quick portrait of my son was completed in 15 seconds! I show you how to use Lightroom’s tools to quickly get the results you want without spending hours editing.

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