Zoom Classes

Zoom Classes

Want to take your photography to the next level? Tried using Photoshop only to find it frustrating or intimidating? Not using Lightroom to its fullest potential?

Want to learn powerful tools to help plan your landscape photo shoots? Want to take Photoshop to the next level with luminosity masks? Let me help!

One-on-one classes.
The focus is entirely on you and your individual needs.
You get to work on your own computer from the comfort of your home.

Class times are based on your schedule.
You'll receive reference materials from your class (if applicable).
Great value!

	Exposure Blending in Photoshop
	Lightroom and other photo editing programs can do a lot. But when it comes to exposure blending, these programs are limited and in certain cases simply can't do the job. That's where Photoshop comes in. In this class you'll learn several methods to blend exposures in Photoshop.
	One 2-hour class. One-on-one training Example images provided Hands-on excercise based class Exposure blending using Smart Objects with one and two exposures Exposure blending using Blend If Exposure blending using Luminosity masks Exposure blending using Linear profiles ONLY $45!	Prerequisites for this class include a working knowledge of Photoshop: layers selections masks channels adjustment layers (curves, hue/saturation, etc)
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	Photoshop Essentials
	Two 2-hour classes. Designed to give you the essential tools and techniques needed to get started in Photoshop. One-on-one training. Example images provided. Hands-on excercise based class. Set up Lightroom and Photoshop for seamless integration. Set up a custom photography-centric workspace. Review of Photoshop basics (tools, tool properties, zoom, pan, colors, etc). Photoshop panels. How to use Photoshop non-destructively. How to create, manage, and use Photoshop layers. How to create, manage, and use Photoshop channels.	How to create and use adjustment layers. How to use layer blending modes. How to use layer opacity. What are layer masks and how to use them. The brush tool (type, size, feather, and properties) How to use selections (basic to complex). How to save and load selections. How to use Content-Aware Fill. Introduction to smart objects. ONLY $70!
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	Lightroom Classic - Essentials and Advanced
	Essentials	Advanced
	Two 2-hour classes (only $70). Designed to give you the essential tools and techniques needed to get started in Lightroom. Lightroom architecture and interface. Setting up Lightroom. File organization and keywording. Backing up the catalog. The Import process. The Navigator panel. Rate and filter photos. Introduction to the Develop module.	Two 2-hour classes (only $70). Basic panel - white balance and tones. Tone Curve panel. HSL Panel - working with color channels. Transform Panel - correct distortion. Lens Corrections panel - remove chromatic abberations, apply lens profiles, and remove color fringes. Effects panel - add or remove vignetting.
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	PhotoPills and The Photographer's Ephemeris
	PhotoPills	TPE
	One 2-hour class (only $45). Panels and navigation. Set shooting location and shooting direction. Using the Planner. Using maps. Search and save locations. Undertanding sun and moon position. Field of view. Depth of Field. Tips and tricks.	One 2-hour class (only $45). Panels and navigation. Set shooting location and shooting direction. Understanding the event timeline. Using maps. Search and save locations. Undertanding sun and moon position. Using geodesics (line of sight). Tips and tricks.
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	TK8 Panels
	About the classes: Two classes (90 minutes each). One-on-one sessions. Class 1 - TK8 Intro and built-in actions Class 2 - TK8 Luminosity Masks ONLY $60!	Features of the TK8 panels: Create pixel-based luminosity masks Create color-based masks Create vibrance and saturation-based masks Modify the masks with several tools (levels, curves, expand, contract, boolean operations, etc.) Output the masks as selections, masks applied directly to existing layers, dodge and burn layers, adjustment layers, etc. Modify an existing mask through Layer Mask mode Buttons for Photoshop adjustment layers Buttons for useful actions (inverse, deselect, select & mask, hide selection, save selection, etc.) Buttons for useful filters (Adobe Camera Raw, Gaussiuan blur, Content Aware Fill, etc.) Buttons for layer blending modes Buttons for paint brushes Zoom control buttons (fit, 100%, zoom in, and zoom out) Buttons to add new layer, copy/duplicate layer, convert layer to smart object, merge layers, delete layers, invert masks. Built-in actions for stacking, aligning layers, the Orton Effect, clarity, Make-it-Glow, darks and lights triple play, much more. Add your own user defined actions
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General Classes
Have something else in mind? Below are some subjects designed to hone your photography skills, learn something new, expand your post processing skills, or just learn something new.
To sign up for a one or two hour session: Click one of the "Pay Now" buttons to the right. Once payment is received, you will be contacted to find out what subject(s) you're interested in. Together we will determine a time and date that best fits your schedule.	1 hour session ($40)	2 hour session (ONLY $70)

	Photography	Post Processing Click here to see before and after examples
	Basic Photography Understanding exposure How to achieve sharp focus Composition basics Choosing the right gear	Introduction to Lightroom Importing and file organization Develop Module basics Exporting your images
	Advanced Photography Mastering long exposures Understanding depth of field Advanced focus techniques Using filters Exposure setting for high dynamic scenes Using aperture, shutter speed, manual, and bulb modes	Introduction to Photoshop Integration with Lightroom Creating and using layers, masks and selections Custom workspaces
	Night Photography Getting exposure right Understanding the histogram Focus techniques Light trails Zoom blur Gear (tripods, lenses, etc.)	Advanced Lightroom Keywording Using presets to save time (import, develop and export presets) The power of local adjustments Sharpening and noise reduction Lens corrections Targeted Adjustment Tool Color and luminance range masks
	The Photographer's Ephemeris Powerful app for planning sun and moon light and direction Using TPE maps Finding and saving locations Using Geodesics (line of sight) Using Night Mode to plan Milky Way shoots Much more	Advanced Photoshop Creating, modifying and using selections Non-destructive editing using layers The immense power of luminosity masks Paint with light and color Smart objects Channels - what are they used for?
	Photographing the Milky Way Choosing the right gear (cameras, lenses, tripods, other) Getting exposure right How to set focus for tack sharp images Composition Post processing	Mastering the TK8 Panels in Photoshop Luminosity masks Zone masks Rapid masks Color masks Infinity masks Rapid mask modification tools Actions Creative actions Using layer mask mode Dodging and burning Sharpening
	Your Choice A subject not listed here A combination of items listed here You decide!	Exposure Blending in Photoshop Exposure blending with one or two photos Effective use of selections and masks Use the Select and Mask tools to get your selections right Blending modes Smart Objects Dodging and Burning Luminosity masks

Why is one-on-one instruction better than classroom instruction?

The focus is entirely on you and your individual needs
You get to work on your own computer in a familiar setting
Less time is required than in a classroom setting
You receive training based on your schedule and needs...not someone else's