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Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 2: Organizing & Masking Tools

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Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 2: Organizing & Masking Tools

This course is part of Adobe Lightroom Essentials Specialization

Instructor: Skillshare

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6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

6 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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There are 6 modules in this course

Join Adobe Certified Instructor Daniel Scott as he shows you how to get truly organized in Lightroom CC—and unlock advanced masking tools to transform your editing workflow. This course is designed for beginners ready to level up their photo management and retouching skills.

You’ll learn how to efficiently sort, tag, rate, and back up your photo collections while exploring Lightroom’s powerful local editing features. Daniel teaches you how to target specific areas of your images using AI-powered masks to selectively enhance skies, backgrounds, and skin tones with incredible precision. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to: * Organize your photo library with confidence using albums, flags, and ratings * Use masking tools to smooth skin, brighten eyes, and apply targeted edits * Switch between Lightroom and Photoshop when needed for advanced retouching This course is ideal for aspiring photographers, content creators, and hobbyists who want to take greater control over their photo collections and edits. If you completed Part 1, or are comfortable with Lightroom’s basic interface, you’re ready for this next step with Daniel Scott. Instructor bio: Daniel Walter Scott is a digital designer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and founder of Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL). With over 14 years of teaching experience, he has helped thousands of learners worldwide master design and creative software across print, web, video, and now 3D. Daniel is an Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Instructor who combines industry expertise with a teaching style that’s practical, engaging, and memorable. Originally from New Zealand, Daniel has lived and taught across Australia, Ireland, and beyond—sharing his skills with a truly global creative community. He’s passionate about helping students build real-world skills they can carry into their careers and creative projects. When he’s not teaching, Daniel enjoys life with his Irish wife and kids. He brings this personal, down-to-earth perspective into his courses, making complex tools feel approachable and fun to learn.

This module introduces the core organizing features in Adobe Lightroom. Learners will discover how to import, find, and structure their images using albums and storage options. The lessons also cover image deletion and syncing tips to manage files across devices efficiently.

What's included

5 videos2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

5 videosTotal 23 minutes

How To Import & Find Photos in Lightroom4 minutes
How To Organize Lightroom Photos Using Albums9 minutes
Storing Lightroom Images Locally vs Cloud5 minutes
How To Delete Images Permanently in Lightroom3 minutes
Pause Syncing in Lightroom Before Cloud Storage1 minute

2 readingsTotal 60 minutes

Intro Reading30 minutes
Project Instructions30 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 1 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

New Discussion Prompt10 minutes

Get hands-on with Lightroom’s powerful tools for image evaluation and metadata management. Learn to streamline your workflow by applying star ratings, comparing photos, and enhancing your search efficiency using Lightroom's AI capabilities.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

6 videosTotal 37 minutes

How To Compare Two Images in Lightroom7 minutes
Sort by Flagged Images in Lightroom9 minutes
How To Use Stars To Grade Your Images in Lightroom5 minutes
How To Rotate Images Left or Right in Bulk in Lightroom1 minute
Auto Add Your Copyright Info Using Info Panel in Lightroom3 minutes
Amazing AI Search in Adobe Lightroom9 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 2 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

New Discussion Prompt10 minutes

In this module, learners explore how to finalize and export their edited images for professional use or personal sharing. You'll learn export settings for various platforms, including Instagram, and how to add watermarks for branding and copyright protection.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

4 videosTotal 23 minutes

Saving for Print Web or Social Media From Lightroom9 minutes
What To Use When Saving for Instagram in Lightroom5 minutes
How To Share Multiple Images With Clients & Family in Lightroom5 minutes
How To Add Watermark in Lightroom3 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 3 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

New Discussion Prompt10 minutes

This module focuses on refining the visual structure of your images using Lightroom’s composition tools. Learn to crop, rotate, and straighten individual or multiple images to improve balance, framing, and impact.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Dive into Lightroom's robust masking tools and explore how to refine specific areas of your images. Through both instruction and project-based learning, this module provides in-depth practice with linear, radial, and brush masks for selective enhancement.

What's included

3 videos1 discussion prompt

This final module introduces learners to AI-driven masking features like Select Subject and Select Sky. You'll learn to combine automatic and manual tools for precise selections, ideal for dramatic edits or subtle enhancements.

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3 videos1 assignment1 peer review

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