Transform your photography business with our intensive 8-hour Adobe Lightroom Workshop in Chesapeake, Virginia. This comprehensive course will streamline workflow, enhance editing skills, and boost productivity. Course Breakdown: Introduction to Adobe Lightroom (1 hour)Dive into Lightroom's interface and learn its powerful, non-destructive editing capabilities. Then, learn the critical differences between Lightroom and Lightroom Classic, setting the foundation for efficient photo management and editing. Creating and Managing Catalogs (1 hour)Master the art of organizing your work with Lightroom's catalog system. Learn to create separate catalogs for each client, implement effective folder structures, and use collections and keywords for seamless photo management. Metadata and Copyright Protection (1 hour)You can safely protect your intellectual property and improve your online visibility by learning to set up metadata presets, embed copyright information, and leverage metadata for enhanced SEO. This will ensure that your work is protected and easily discoverable. Tethered Shooting and On-Demand Editing (1 hour)Elevate your client experience with real-time editing. Learn to set up tethered capture in Lightroom and seamlessly integrate with Photoshop for on-the-spot portrait enhancements, impressing clients with instant results. Mastering the Develop Module (1.5 hours)Unlock the full potential of Lightroom's editing capabilities. Explore the Basic panel, Tone Curve, and Color Grading tools. Master local adjustments and learn to create presets for consistent, professional-grade edits across your entire portfolio. Advanced Editing Techniques (1 hour)Integrating Lightroom with Photoshop can take your editing to the next level. You can learn advanced retouching and compositing techniques and discover how to sync edits across multiple images for a cohesive look efficiently. File Management and Export (1 hour)Optimize your workflow from import to delivery. Create custom import presets, control high-quality exports for print and web, and learn to implement watermarks and metadata during the export process to protect your work. Workflow Optimization and Business Integration (0.5 hours)Combine it with strategies to integrate your new skills into your business. Learn to manage large catalogs, improve Lightroom's performance, and seamlessly connect with online galleries and client-proofing systems. Take advantage of this opportunity to revolutionize your photography business. Register now and join us in Chesapeake, Virginia, for a day of intensive learning that will transform your workflow and elevate your professional success!

Items to Bring:

• Camera
• Laptop
• Tether
• Notebook
• If using a Sony Camera bring a Westcott trigger