Academy 101 - March 7

Unlock the power of your camera and editing software by learning how to:

Master the relationship between ISO, shutter speed, and aperture, the easy way, even in challenging lighting situations.

Use depth of field to emphasize the best parts of your image.

Critically evaluate your photos with a trained eye using imported images to both Lightroom & Photoshop and learn how to move seamlessly between them.

Make impactful global adjustments to color, contrast, and clarity while preserving image quality.

Gain confidence in properly sizing images for both print and digital use.

Students will get an optional photo assignment that will be evaluated (anonymously) in Academy 102.

Lunch included. Laptop recommended but not required

See Sign-up form at the bottom of this page for more details. 9:00am - 4:00pm - Club members - $60; non-members - $120

Academy 102 - March 14

Hands-on with Lightroom and Photoshop:

Learn to confidently manage your images by using the Lightroom Catalog.

By understanding the Lightroom Catalog, take control of your edits with the powerful Mask tool for precise selections.

Discover how to use keywords to organize your photo library to make images instantly searchable.

In Photoshop, learn about layers to build flexible, non-destructive edits.

Learn how to create stunning black and white images with depth and impact.

This class wraps up with a guided interactive anonymous evaluation of the Academy 101 assignment which offers feedback to help improve your skills and develop your personal style.

Students will get an optional photo assignment that will be evaluated (anonymously) in Academy 103.

Lunch included. Laptop recommended but not required

See Sign-up form at the bottom of this page for more details. 9:00am - 4:00pm - Club members - $60; non-members - $120

Academy 103 - March 21

Strengthen Your Overall Editing

Use denoise and sharpening in Lightroom to bring out incredible detail, while preserving quality.

Strengthen your editing skills by modifying selections in both Photoshop and Lightroom.

Get step-by-step guidance on preparing images for competition using Photo Contest Pro.

Explore how AI powered tools can speed your workflow while enhancing creative control of your images.

Take your editing skills to the next level by creating a simple composite, adding one photo to another using Photoshop.

This class also covers essential computer tips, smart backup strategies, and how to recognize and avoid common online scams.

Class concludes with an anonymous evaluation of ‘student’ photographs from Academy 102 

Lunch included. Laptop recommended but not required

See Sign-up form at the bottom of this page for more details. 9:00am - 4:00pm - Club members - $60; non-members - $120

Classes at Refuge Hill Church- 5200 Far Hills Ave, Kettering