620. Adobe Lightroom Basics + (Desktop)
Class - Photography | Available
Take control of your photography workflow with Adobe Lightroom Desktop. This 5-week course focuses on building a solid system for file management and image editing—helping you efficiently organize, track, and dramatically improve your RAW photographs. Through hands-on lessons, you’ll learn how to import, name, keyword, and rate your images so you can always find what you need. We’ll explore Lightroom’s non-destructive editing tools to bring out the best in your photos—refining tone, color, and detail while maintaining a consistent visual style.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a customized workflow that fits your shooting habits and a deeper understanding of how to turn RAW captures into finished, portfolio-ready images. Perfect for photographers who want to streamline their process and elevate the quality of their work.
Topics include:
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Efficient importing and folder organization
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Keywording, metadata, and catalog management
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RAW processing and global adjustments
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Selective edits using masks and local tools
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Creating presets and maintaining editing consistency
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Incorporating AI in your workflow
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When to stop the edit in Lightroom and continue in Photoshop
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Exporting and backing up for long-term archiving
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills; no prior Lightroom experience required.
C. Stephen Hurst
C. Stephen Hurst recently moved to Winston-Salem from New York City where he spent many years as a professional photographer and instructor at the International School of Photography. Hurst is a self-taught photographer who emphasizes connection, anticipation, and communication through his process; some of Hurst’s photography clients have included the Disney Family Foundation, Nike, and Columbia Business School. Hurst holds a B.F.A. in Cinema Studies from New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Learn more about his work at amancalledhurst.com.