Joshua Tree Start to Finish

A complete workflow tutorial video using both Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.

In this video, I take you from RAW to Print, showing you everything necessary complete the image. I go step-by-step through my complete photoshop process and introduce how I use luminosity masks to target my adjustments to only the areas I want them. I also introduce the Nik Collection, an add-on to Adobe to help finish my photos.

Consider this a more intermediate than a beginner's course in photoshop. Students should have a basic understanding of Photoshop, including tools, layers, adjustment layers, and masks, but I do touch base on some of the basics. Not quite ready for photoshop? Read a review below from a student who used lightroom only before this tutorial.

KNOWLEDGE NEEDED:

Some RAW Editing Experience in Lightroom/Camera Raw

Some Photoshop Experience

Some knowledge of Layers, Blending Modes, Masks, and photoshop tools. However, some basic instruction is given on these topics.

TOOLS NEEDED:

The most up-to-date versions of Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop are recommended (some features may not be available to you if not)

Download my free luminosity mask action

I use the Nik Collection to finish my images, there is a free and paid version available for download. I used the free version in the video

Topics Covered:

• RAW Editing / Prep
• Sharpening and Noise Reduction
• White balance correction
• Camera Profile Correction
• Using Luminosity Masks - Free Photoshop Action Included to create your own!
• Using Layer Modes, Blend If, and Masking
• Toning
• Coloring
• Dodging and Burning
• Finishing your image
• Using Nik Collection (Note: Some activity during the tutorial will require this Effect Collection, but it isn't absolutely necessary)
• The Orton Effect
• Soft Glow on the horizon
• Vignetting
• Removing items using various tools