Lightroom Tutorials

Are you shooting both RAW and JPEG at the same time?  Click here to find out why that may not a good idea & how to mange files in Lightroom if you decide shooting RAW+JPEG is right for you.

Learn how to quickly smooth and soften your subject's skin using Lightroom Brushes, an essential skill when it comes to editing portraits in Lightroom.

How do you find your photo editing style?  Should I edit every photo the same way?  Find out the answer to these questions & more in this photography editing style guide!

Have you heard all the buzz about the Color Grading in Lightroom but are unsure what it is or how to use it?  Don’t worry!  This tutorial will explain what color grading is and show you how to use the NEW Color Gradi...

Learn how to size your photos for print in this easy-to-understand overview of aspect ratio & print dimensions.  Understand the difference between 4 x 6, 8 x 10, and 5 x 7.

Here are five VERY common mistakes new photographers make and how to avoid them as you embark on your journey to become a better photographer.

When it comes to headshot photography, the BACKGROUND CAN BE JUST AS IMPORTANT AS THE SUBJECT.  Let us help you choose the best backdrop option.

These are the 25+ Most Essential Keyboard Shortcuts for Lightroom Classic.  Includes a FREE downloadable Lightroom Shortcut Cheat Sheet.

Learn how to Batch Edit in Lightroom Mobile in 3 easy steps!  This is a powerful editing feature recently added to Lightroom Mobile that I'm very excited about!

Learn how to quickly add copyright metadata information to your digital photos in Lightroom - so you can prevent images from being stolen or reproduced without permission.

Learn how to edit your digital images to look like actual film photos using Lightroom Mobile and avoid the additional expense of film and additional camera gear.

Pretty Presets & Actions congratulates our 2022 Lightroom Scholarship Winner! See who won and find out how to apply for our next upcoming Lightroom Scholarship!

If you are like me and enjoy printing your images from home, you will love the Lightroom Print module!  Learn how to use it HERE.

Learn the CORRECT way to move photos, image files, and folders within Lightroom so you retain access, and avoid the dreaded "Missing Files" message.

Knowing HOW to Pose Newborns makes photographing newborns SO much easier.  In this tutorial, I will demonstrate 8 different newborn poses, keeping the baby's safety in mind!

In this tutorial, I will explain what lens hoods are, as well as when, why, and how to use a lens hood to achieve a better image!

Learn how to Zoom in Lightroom using one of these 3 simple methods.  These Lightroom zoom shortcuts will SAVE TIME when you want to edit up close!

Learn about Perspective in Photography and how changing your perspective can produce interesting, beautiful and even powerful photos!

Do you want to resize an image in Photoshop?  Here are 3 different ways to change image size in Photoshop including settings to prevent loss of image quality.

The Rule of Thirds is a basic composition guideline that photographers use to achieve more visually dynamic photos!  Learn how to use the rule of thirds and when to break it.