Course Description
Course Outline
- Advanced Editing Techniques
- Mastering advanced adjustment tools, such as the Tone Curve, HSL, and Split Toning
- Utilizing local adjustment tools, including the Graduated Filter, Radial Filter, and Adjustment Brush
- Employing advanced retouching techniques for portrait editing, including skin smoothing and frequency separation
- Advanced Image Organization
- Utilizing keywords, metadata, and ratings for efficient photo organization and retrieval
- Creating and managing collections and smart collections
- Utilizing Lightroom’s powerful search and filtering capabilities
- Advanced Workflow and Automation
- Streamlining the editing process using presets and batch editing
- Harnessing the power of Lightroom’s sync and auto-sync features
- Leveraging smart previews and external editing to enhance workflow efficiency
- Advanced Output and Export
- Customizing and creating print layouts and templates
- Exporting images with custom settings and watermarks
- Preparing images for web and social media platforms with optimized file sizes
- Advanced Integration and Collaboration
- Utilizing Lightroom’s integration with Adobe Creative Cloud and other applications
- Collaborating with others using shared collections and online galleries
- Exploring advanced features for publishing and showcasing work
Outcome
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Apply advanced editing techniques in Lightroom to enhance the quality and aesthetics of their photographs.
- Organize and manage their photo collections efficiently using advanced organization tools and workflows.
- Streamline their editing process and increase productivity through automation and batch editing.
- Prepare images for various outputs, including print, web, and social media.
- Leverage Lightroom’s integration and collaboration features to showcase and share their work effectively.
Labs
- Advanced Editing: Students will practice advanced editing techniques, such as utilizing the Tone Curve, HSL, and local adjustment tools, to enhance their photographs.
- Efficient Image Organization: Students will explore advanced organization techniques, including keywords, collections, and smart collections, to efficiently manage their photo collections.
- Workflow Optimization: Students will work on optimizing their editing workflow through the use of presets, batch editing, and smart previews.
- Customized Output: Students will create customized print layouts and export images with custom settings and watermarks.
- Integration and Collaboration: Students will explore Lightroom’s integration with other applications and collaborate with others using shared collections and online galleries.