Photo-editing expertize Course
Take your imagery from raw capture to flawless final artwork. This comprehensive, offline masterclass combines the organizational and color-grading power of Lightroom with the pixel-level manipulation of Photoshop. Designed for photographers, this 7-week intensive program gives you the complete end-to-end workflow to manage, edit, retouch, and composite professional-grade images.
Thinking about these Things?
Q.1) Isn’t Lightroom enough? Why do I need to learn Photoshop too?
A. Lightroom is unmatched for organizing, cataloging, and global color grading, but it hits a hard ceiling when you need advanced pixel control. If you need to perform high-end skin retouching, complex hair extractions for background swaps, remove difficult distractions, or use Liquify, Photoshop is non-negotiable. Learning both gives you a seamless, professional bridge: Lightroom for speed and scale, Photoshop for perfection.
Q.2) I can just learn Lightroom & photoshop for free on YouTube.
A. YouTube offers scattered, unorganized tips; this course gives you a proven, end-to-end workflow. Instead of wasting dozens of hours searching for answers and getting no feedback, you get a structured system, direct instructor critique on your actual images.
Q.3) Learning two massive programs in 7 weeks sounds overwhelming.
A. You won’t be memorizing redundant menus; you’ll learn a streamlined, practical workflow where the tools complement each other. By mastering Lightroom first, Photoshop becomes far less intimidating because you only use it for target-specific, high-impact tasks (like layers, masks, and frequency-style retouching). Plus, with a strict 6-student cap, you get step-by-step guidance every single minute of class.
What All is covered in this course?
This course is divided into a seamless workflow, starting with broad photo management and color correction in Lightroom, and finishing with advanced retouching and manipulation in Photoshop.
Part 1: Adobe Lightroom (The Foundation & Workflow)
1) Complete System Navigation: Gain a holistic view of Adobe Lightroom, diving deep into the Library and Develop modules and exploring the other modules.
2) RAW vs. JPEG Dynamics: Master the technical differences to squeeze maximum dynamic range, detail, and quality out of every file.
3) Precision Masking: Work with advanced masking tools to perform precise, targeted local adjustments.
4) Color Correction & Grading: Learn professional color-matching techniques to establish a cohesive, polished artistic style.
5) Efficient File Management: Build an end-to-end organizational framework to sort, catalog, and store high volumes of photos seamlessly.
6) Preset Optimization: Understand how to build, modify, and integrate custom presets into a high-speed editing pipeline.
Part 2: Adobe Photoshop (Precision Retouching & Compositing)
1) Core Concepts & Layers: Mastering the Layer workflow, Blending Modes, Layer Styles/Options, and Layer Masks.
2) Advanced Selections & Extractions: Navigating the Marquee, Lasso, Object/Quick Selection, and Magic Wand tools. Master complex techniques like Hair Cutting to seamlessly change portrait backgrounds.
3) Professional Retouching Tools: Erase blemishes and reconstruct details using the Spot Healing Brush, Patch tool, Clone Stamp, Content-Aware Move, and the new Remove tool.
4) High-End Portrait Skin Retouching: Learn industry-standard skin touch-up techniques using Gaussian Blur and Surface Blur for flawless, natural skin textures.
5) Creative Tools & Filters: Manipulate light and texture using the Dodge/Burn/Sponge tools, Gradients, and Blend Modes. Apply visual effects via the Filter Gallery, Lens Flares, and Render tools.
6) Transformations & Sharpening: Reshape subjects seamlessly with the Liquify tool and master pro-level output sharpening using the Unsharp Mask and High Pass filters.
7) Comprehensive Tool Arsenal: Hands-on practice with the Pen tool, Text tool, Artboard, Adjustment Brushes, Erasers, and more.
(Note: RAW Processing in Camera Raw will be covered briefly, as the heavy lifting around it is taught during the Lightroom modules).
Other Course details:
Duration & Batches: 14 days
Weekend Batch: Sat & Sun, 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm (this can be flexible)
Weekdays Batch: Tue & Wed, 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm (this can be flexible)
Date of Upcoming Batch: Weekday Batch: TBD, Weekend Batch: TBD
Batch Size: Max 6 students per batch
Software: Adobe Lightroom Classic (Desktop Version), Adobe Photoshop
Certificate: Completion certificate will be given
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.1) Do we have to bring our own laptop for learning?
A. Not required as such. You will get to learn on our Desktop PCs with the latest Licensed version installed. However, if you still wish to bring your own laptop, you can still do so.
Q.2) Do you provide us with the software also for our home use?
A. We only provide training on the Adobe softwares. You will need to directly purchase the official licenses from Adobe’s website.
Q.3) Which version do we get to learn on?
A. We teach this course on Adobe Lightroom Classic (Desktop version) & Adobe Photoshop. It covers all the options and settings that Adobe Lightroom has. Once you master this version, you will be able to use the others too (web, mobile, etc.)
Q.4) Do we get any discounts or seasonal offers on the fees?
A. We don’t give any discounts on the fees. Break the cycle of other people asking you for a discount. Also, consider the fees as an investment in yourself for learning a new skill.