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Lightroom is organized in a way that makes it easy to progress through a logical workflow with your images. Being familiar with the structure of the Lightroom workspace will enable you to get up and running quickly.

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This complete training program published in partnership with Peachpit Press combines more than 10 hours of video instruction with a 120-page full-color guide to teach you the fundamentals of Adobe Lightroom 3, as well as the basic principles of image processing and management. You’ll master the program’s interface and learn to organize and review images, improve your images through lens correction and filters, control and shoot images directly from within the Lightroom workspace, and share your images through slideshows and web galleries. Interactive quizzes throughout the course reinforce what you’ve learned.

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This chapter will provide you with an overview of Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, including an overall look at the software, a review of new features in version 3, and guidance on configuring Lightroom.

Introduction
- This section provides an overview of Lightroom so you'll better understand what it is and how it works.
  
  How Lightroom Works
  - Lightroom is a next-generation image processing application designed for photographers from the ground up .
    
    What Is Adobe Photoshop Lightroom?
    
    03:54
  - Lightroom is organized in a way that makes it easy to progress through a logical workflow with your images. Being familiar with the structure of the Lightroom workspace will enable you to get up and running quickly.
    
    The Lightroom Workspace
    
    03:05
- In this section we'll provide you with some quick examples of some of our favorite features in Lightroom.
  
  Lightroom Jumpstart
  - Slideshows are a great way to share images with clients, friends, and family. In this lesson you'll learn how to create a simple template-based slideshow as a video file in minimal time.
    
    Slideshow to Video
    
    04:13
  - In this jump-start you'll see how fast and easy it is to create a sophisticated custom page layout with a montage of images.
    
    Custom Print Package
    
    04:23
  - Lightroom makes it easy to create and share a gallery of images on the Web. This jump-start will demonstrate just how quickly you can create such a photo gallery.
    
    Quick Web Gallery
    
    03:59
  - When you need to find a specific image among a huge number of images, filtering can provide an excellent solution. This jump-start will provide you with a sense of the power of filtering to find an image within Lightroom.
    
    Needle in a Haystack
    
    02:54
  - It's SO easy to shoot a batch of images, import them into Lightroom, prepare them, and export them ready to email to others. We'll get an overview of the process in this jump-start.
    
    Camera to Email FAST!
    
    04:06
  - In this jump-start you'll see how easy it is to use the Graduated filter and the new Lightroom lens correction options to improve an image.
    
    Using an Old Tool and a New One to Improve an Image
    
    03:07
  - This jump-start provides a basic overview of the new process version choices available in Lightroom 3.
    
    New Process Versions
    
    02:19
  - This jump start shows you how easy it is to create multiple copies from the same image and apply different developing settings to each, without using a lot of extra storage space.
    
    Virtual Copies
    
    01:42
- The lessons in this section will provide you with an overview of the new features in version 3 of Lightroom.
  
  What's New in Lightroom 3
  - This video focuses on the new features available in Lightroom's Library module, including the new Publish features and a new badge icon that shows when an image is in a collection.
    
    What's New in the Library Module
    
    03:54
  - These are just a few of the new Develop module features we'll explore in this video: a new, improved processing formula, a Photoshop-like point curve, new post-crop vignetting features, improved noise reduction capabilities, an easier-to-use Adjustment brush, and fantastic lens correction choices.
    
    What's New in the Develop Module
    
    05:29
  - Lightroom 3's Slideshow module now features export to MP4 video, a very welcome improvement. As you will see in this video, you can now also sync the slides to the music track length and automatically pre-load slideshow previews. You'll also see that the Mac version of Lightroom is no longer tied to iTunes, which should make a lot of people happy.
    
    What's New in the Slideshow Module
    
    02:03
  - The big news, as you will see in this video, is that the Print module now offers a new custom layout option for handling different images of different sizes with drag and drop.
    
    What's New in the Print Module
    
    01:31
  - Not much is new in Lightroom 3's Web module, but we'll use this video to show you the amazing new custom watermark capability, which can be applied in Export, Publish, Print, and Web.
    
    What's New in the Web Module
    
    02:15
  - Lightroom 3's Import dialog window has been completely redesigned to more closely follow the layout of the main modules. As you will see in this video, it makes the process of importing more intuitive and therefore easier.
    
    What's New with Import
    
    03:43
  - Lightroom 3, as we'll see in this video, now offers limited support for both CMYK and video files.
    
    Video and CMYK Support
    
    01:38
- This section includes lessons that will help you configure Lightroom and learn the basics of putting it to use in your digital photography workflow.
  
  Working with Lightroom 3
  - While Lightroom is ready for you to work with right out of the box, you can customize a variety of settings to suit your particular preferences and workflow.
    
    General Preferences
    
    05:22
  - This lesson will cover the settings related to the use of presets in Lightroom.
    
    Presets Preferences
    
    03:25
  - In this lesson you'll learn about the recommended settings for using software other than Lightroom to optimize images that are being managed by Lightroom.
    
    External Editing Preferences
    
    05:25
  - Lightroom manages a great many files, and the File Handling section of Preferences allows you to specify just how those files and the information they contain should be handled.
    
    File Handling Preferences
    
    05:46
  - The Interface options in Preferences are entirely about personal preferences, but making adjustments here can have a significant impact on your experience working with Lightroom.
    
    Interface Preferences
    
    06:43
  - Lightroom uses catalog files to store information about the images it is managing for you, and using the right catalog settings can be very important. In this lesson we'll explore the best settings to use for your catalogs.
    
    Catalog Settings
    
    06:40
  - See how you can customize Lightroom to display your company name or logo as part of the actual interface. Customers just might think you're working with custom-made software!
    
    Setting Up an Identity Plate
    
    03:33
  - Presets and templates can greatly speed the processing of your images in Lightroom. In this video you'll learn the concepts involved with the use of presets and templates.
    
    Presets and Templates
    
    04:42
  - The various controls in Lightroom are divided into panels. In this video you'll gain more familiarity with these panels and the Lights Out display mode.
    
    Working with Panels and Lights Out
    
    07:26
This chapter will cover the many facets of importing your images into Lightroom.

Importing Your Photos
- In this video you'll learn how to use Lightroom to import image files directly from your camera memory card and memory reader into Lightroom.
  
  Importing From a CF Card
  
  06:38
- This video shows you how to import existing image files from a hard drive into Lightroom.
  
  Importing From a Hard Drive
  
  09:15
- When you are working within the Lightroom Import dialog window, if you copy or move files from a source, you need to select a destination for the files and decide on a file structure. In this video you'll learn the best way to do this.
  
  Where to Store Your Photos
  
  07:10
- In this video we'll look at the choices you have when it comes to the way Lightroom handles previews, duplicates, and backups of your image files.
  
  File Handling Options
  
  05:51
- Digital cameras generate unique filenames, but if you are moving or copying files with Lightroom you can create custom filenames. In this video you'll see how to do this, as well as how to create a filename template in the Filename Template Editor.
  
  File Renaming Options
  
  04:33
- One of the most useful import features in Lightroom is the ability to apply a custom metadata template with your name, copyright notice, contact information and other criteria of choice. In this video you'll see how.
  
  Custom Metadata Templates
  
  05:09
- In this video you will see how to streamline your workflow by creating an import preset and applying it from the Mini Import dialog window, a collapsed version of the full Import dialog window with fewer options.
  
  Creating Import Presets and Using the Mini Import Dialog
  
  02:55
- In Lightroom 3 you can now can import files directly into a specific folder in the Library module. In this video you'll see how.
  
  Importing Photos Directly into a Folder
  
  01:04
- With Lightroom 3 and supported digital cameras, you can now control and shoot images directly from within the Lightroom workspace.
  
  Shooting Tethered
  
  08:00
- What is DNG? What are the advantages of using DNG? And how do you convert RAW files into the DNG format? You'll get the answers in this video.
  
  The Adobe DNG File Format
  
  05:38
- There are several important preferences that affect the import process. In this video you'll learn what they are.
  
  Preferences for Photo Importing
  
  05:09
This chapter includes lessons that will help you understand and make the most of the Library module in Lightroom, which is focused on managing your digital images.

Working with the Library Module
- The Library module is where you'll likely spend a lot of your time in Lightroom. It provides a variety of options for sorting, organizing, and reviewing your images, and in this lesson you'll get an overview of what it has to offer.
  
  The Library Module
  
  03:02
- The Grid view serves as a virtual light box, enabling you to quickly scan through and manage your images. This lesson will show you all the ways you can put the Grid view to use to streamline your workflow.
  
  Grid View
  
  09:07
- The Loupe view is primarily a way of getting a closer look at a single image. In this lesson you'll learn to make the most of the Loupe view for evaluating your images.
  
  Loupe View
  
  05:25
- Viewing your images is one thing, but being able to get a closer look and move around within the image will enable you to review your images much more efficiently. Find out how in this lesson.
  
  Zooming and Panning
  
  06:40
- When you need to choose a single image from a set of similar photos, the Compare view offers a solution. Learn how to put it to use in this lesson.
  
  Compare View
  
  08:26
- The Survey view is helpful in narrowing down a selection to a single image. You'll learn how to put this view to use in this lesson.
  
  Survey View
  
  04:19
- The filmstrip provides you with a persistent display of your images regardless of which module you're using in Lightroom. This lesson will show you how to maximize your use of the filmstrip.
  
  Working with the Filmstrip
  
  08:05
- Lightroom provides basic support for managing video clips along with your still images, and this lesson will show you how to make the most of this support for videos.
  
  Basic Video Support
  
  02:21
- Using two displays can greatly improve your efficiency when working with your images in Lightroom. In this lesson you'll learn how to configure and use two displays.
  
  Using Multiple Monitors
  
  06:04
This chapter delves into details of working with your images in the Library module. You'll learn to use many features to help you manage your growing library of digital images.

Organize the Library Module
- Quick Collections allow you to work with a set of images without the need to create a formal collection for them. See how to put a Quick Collection to use in your workflow.
  
  Quick Collections
  
  06:55
- Photographers tend to think of their photos as being organized into photo shoots, and Lightroom extends this concept with collections. In this video you'll learn the basics of working with collections to create logical groups of photos.
  
  Collections
  
  07:29
- Staying organized is easy when you let Lightroom do some of the work for you. Learn how to use Smart Collections to automatically sort your images.
  
  Smart Collections
  
  04:29
- Get an overview of how ratings, labels, and flags can help you maintain greater organization with your images.
  
  Rating, Labels, and Flags, Oh My!
  
  08:16
- Learn how to decide which combination of ratings, labels, and tags makes the most sense for your particular workflow.
  
  Choosing an Approach to Tags
  
  05:14
- If you like a tidy workspace, you'll love using stacks to group similar images. In this video you'll learn how to put this powerful feature to use.
  
  Stacking Photos
  
  07:55
- Keywords are a particularly flexible form of metadata, and in this video you'll learn the basics of working with keywords in Lightroom.
  
  Keywords
  
  10:36
- Besides the metadata applied to your images by the camera, you can also add your own metadata to images. Learn how to enter specific information for individual photos, and also how to update multiple photos at once.
  
  Working with Metadata
  
  07:13
- See how the Painter tool can be used to assign keywords or other information to your images in a way that is fast and fun.
  
  The Painter Tool
  
  02:48
- Before long you'll accumulate a large number of images in Lightroom. In this video you'll learn how to use filters to help you locate the specific images you're looking for.
  
  Library Filters
  
  05:58
- There are a variety of situations where you may have files go missing from Lightroom, and this lesson will help you understand how to avoid those situations or resolve them when they occur.
  
  Dealing with Offline Files
  
  03:31
- In this video you'll learn to address the issue of images being managed by Lightroom that aren't currently available.
  
  GPS-Metadata
  
  04:41
- In this section you'll gain a deeper understanding of catalogs in Lightroom and learn to manage your catalogs.
  
  Catalogs
  - Learn the difference between catalogs, folders, and collections, and gain an understanding of why you should use all of these methods to organize your images.
    
    Catalog, Folder, Collection
    
    02:49
  - In this video you'll learn how to maintain a synchronized Lightroom catalog across multiple computers.
    
    Synchronize Catalogs
    
    07:56
  - There is a tremendous wealth of information contained within your Lightroom catalogs, and in this lesson you'll learn to safeguard that information by backing up your catalogs.
    
    Backing up Your Catalogs
    
    02:37
- This section will focus on the various ways you can export your images from Lightroom so they can be sent to others or published online.
  
  Export
  - In this video you'll learn how to export images from Lightroom so they can be shared with clients, sent out for printing, and otherwise be put to use outside of Lightroom.
    
    Exporting Images
    
    08:17
  - There are a variety of plug-ins that enable you to extend Lightroom's export features. In this lesson, you'll learn how to put some of these plug-ins to use to quickly share your images through many outlets.
    
    Using Export Plug-Ins
    
    04:16
  - In this lesson, you'll learn how to use a publishing service to share your images in a web gallery without even needing to have your own website.
    
    Publish Services
    
    06:30
This section will teach you how to develop your photos in Lightroom.

Editing Essentials
- There is no reason to reinvent the wheel every time you work on an image. Lightroom offers plenty of out-of-the-box develop presets, or custom presets that give your image a special look, which can be applied with a single click to save time and streamline your workflow. In this video you'll get a basic intro to using develop presets.
  
  Develop Presets
  
  06:27
- If you shoot RAW, you have complete control over the final white balance setting. In this video you'll see how to use Lightroom's White Balance tool to get the color in your images just right.
  
  White Balance
  
  07:45
- In this video you'll learn the value of adding a gray card to your photo shoot, making it easier than ever to use Lightroom's white balance correction tools to achieve correct color.
  
  White Balance with Gray Card
  
  01:24
- This video explains, step by step, the process of ensuring correct exposure and tonal distribution using Lightroom's Develop module Basic pane sliders.
  
  Basic Exposure Controls
  
  04:50
- This video shows you how to use Lightroom's Clarity slider to add punch to your images, as well how to add a romantic, dreamy look with negative Clarity slider settings.
  
  Clarity for Your Photos
  
  02:17
- When should you use the Vibrance slider and when should you use the Saturation slider? This video will show you the difference.
  
  Vibrant & Saturated Colors
  
  02:11
- Does your image contain highlights that have no detail? This video will show you how to recover blown highlights using Lightroom's Recovery slider.
  
  Using the Recovery Slider
  
  01:20
- Image too dark in the foreground and too light in the background? The answer is found with the Fill Light slider, as this video shows.
  
  Using Fill Light
  
  02:27
- After you set your Basic exposure you should turn to Lightroom's Tone Curve pane for fine-tuning and even more control. This video will show you how to get great results.
  
  Fine-Tuning with the Tone Curve
  
  03:20
- This video explains the fundamentals of Lightroom 3's new point curve, which gives you even more control over the tonal distribution of your images.
  
  The New Point Curve
  
  03:05
- You have control over the saturation, luminance, and hue of individual colors in Lightroom's HSL pane. In this video you'll see how to alter colors via sliders and via Lightroom's Target Adjustment tool (TAT).
  
  Color Adjustments
  
  04:09
- Lightroom 3's new post-crop vignette controls create flexible and natural-looking vignettes that bring attention to centrally located parts of your image. In this video you'll see how to use the new Color and Highlight Priority sliders, as well as the Contrast slider, which brightens highlights.
  
  Vignetting Effects
  
  05:56
- When you create virtual copies of an image in Lightroom, you can apply different settings, try different looks on each copy, and experiment with no risk to your heart's content. In this video you'll see how.
  
  Creating Virtual Copies
  
  02:47
- How do you apply changes made to one photo to another photo? In this video you'll see that there are many ways, from copy and paste to creating a preset.
  
  Applying Changes to Other Photos
  
  04:16
- How do you navigate to different images when you are in the Develop module? In this video you'll see how to select images via collections, the Filmstrip, and following breadcrumbs.
  
  Opening Images in the Develop Module
  
  02:49
- In this video you'll see how to use Auto Sync to work on multiple images live, while editing just one.
  
  Using Auto Sync
  
  03:06
- This video shows you how to save your favorite settings as one-click presets.
  
  Save Your Favorite Settings
  
  03:27
- Learn the advantages of Lightroom 3's new processing capabilities, and see how to choose between the old and the new.
  
  New Process Versions
  
  04:18
- See how to create a new default setting based specifically on a camera model or ISO setting.
  
  Setting a New Default
  
  03:38
- In this video, you'll learn all you need to know about the Library module's Quick Develop panel.
  
  Quick Develop Panel
  
  06:07
- Chromatic aberrations show up as color shifts, mostly on the outer edges of an images. See how to get rid of these color shifts in Lightroom using controls found in the Lens Corrections pane.
  
  Chromatic Aberration
  
  02:10
- You can control the look of an image in Lightroom's Camera Calibration pane with Process versions and Profiles. In this video we'll explore your options.
  
  Working with the Camera Calibration Pane
  
  05:17
In this chapter you'll see how to use Lightroom to edit specific areas of an image using the Adjustment brush and Graduated filter. We'll also outline a sharpening and noise-reduction strategy and show you how to use the Crop overlay tool, remove dust and unwanted artifacts with the spot removal tools, and exploit the awesome new Lens Correction controls. And finally you'll see how to simulate a film grain look.

Retouching and Correction: Local Adjustments
- In this lesson, you'll see how to use Lightroom's Adjustment brush to dodge, burn, and adjust individual areas of your photo.
  
  Dodge and Burn
  
  05:15
- This video presents a complete overview of the Adjustment brush and shows you how to use it to sharpen, alter color and exposure, and add tints to specific areas of your image.
  
  The Adjustment Brush
  
  17:32
- The Graduated filter allows you to set tonal adjustments gradually across a specific area of an image. In this video you'll see how to work with this very useful feature.
  
  The Graduated Filter
  
  06:41
- All digital cameras produce electronic noise, but getting rid of this noise is a snap with Lightroom 3's amazing new process version and noise reduction features, as you'll see in this video.
  
  Noise Reduction in Lightroom 3
  
  06:27
- Image sharpening is really just an exaggeration of contrast along edges. But what is the best strategy to optimize sharpening in Lightroom? In this video you'll see how to use Lightroom's sharpening sliders and get a better understanding of what it means to properly sharpen an image.
  
  Sharpening
  
  08:16
- In this video you'll see how to isolate critical content and improve an image with the Crop Overlay tool in Lightroom. You'll also see how to use the Crop Overlay tool to straighten an off-axis horizon line.
  
  Cropping and Straightening Photos
  
  05:29
- Miss the old film look? Now you can give your image a film-like effect with Lightroom 3's new grain sliders. See how in this video.
  
  Grain Effects in the Effects Pane
  
  02:54
- Lightroom 3's awesome new Lens Corrections feature can make an inexpensive lens with lots of flaws look fantastic. You'll see how to do this in this video.
  
  Lens Corrections
  
  09:32
- Red-eye caused by on-camera flash can give your subject a demonic look. Lightroom allows one-click red-eye removal and you'll see how in this video.
  
  Removing Red-Eye
  
  01:38
- In this video you'll learn how to quickly remove spots on your image caused by sensor dust using Lightroom's spot removal tools, and apply the same settings to multiple images.
  
  Sensor Dust Removal
  
  06:41
- In this video we'll use Lightroom's spot removal tools, Adjustment brush and vignetting tools to improve a portrait shot.
  
  Portrait Touch-Up
  
  17:42
- In this video we'll use a variety of Lightroom develop tools to turn a flat, unemotional landscape into one that shines.
  
  Fine-Tuning a Landscape
  
  06:39
In this chapter you'll learn the best way to convert a color image into black and white. Then you'll see how to add a color tint, create an infrared effect, and use the split toning controls to remove or add color tints from an image.

From Color to Black & White
- Black-and-white conversion in Lightroom can be as simple or as complex as you like, and in this video you'll see the various options available.
  
  Converting Color into Black & White
  
  04:47
- It's easy to use presets or Lightroom's Spilt Toning pane to add color tints to your image and in this video you'll see how.
  
  Adding a Color Tint
  
  04:44
- You don't have to use special filters or camera equipment to produce a dream-like infrared effect. In this video we'll see how to use Lightroom's develop controls to produce an infrared effect.
  
  Black & White Infrared Effects
  
  03:48
- The Split Toning pane in Lightroom can be used to add tints to both highlights and shadow areas independently. In this video you'll see how this can be used to get rid of unwanted color shifts and also to add creative effects.
  
  Split Toning Effects
  
  03:06
In this chapter you'll learn the various ways you can leverage Photoshop to make the most of images you're managing with Lightroom.

Lightroom and Photoshop
- By using Photoshop in conjunction with Lightroom you can leverage the power of Photoshop to optimize your images without giving up the strength of Lightroom for managing your images. This lesson will show you how to combine both applications in a powerful workflow.
  
  Photoshop Workflow
  
  05:27
- While Lightroom doesn't offer the ability to assemble composite panoramas on its own, it can put Photoshop to use to complete the task. This lesson will show you how.
  
  Stitching Panoramas
  
  03:15
- High dynamic range (HDR) imaging has become increasingly popular, and this lesson will show you how to create HDR images in Photoshop for images being managed by Lightroom.
  
  HDR Images
  
  06:47
This chapter will address the variety of ways you can share your images through slideshows, prints, and web galleries.

Sharing
- In this section you'll see how you can create digital slideshows in Lightroom to share your images.
  
  Slideshow
  - In this lesson you'll learn how to create a slideshow in Lightroom by modifying templates to produce a customized presentation.
    
    Creating a Slideshow
    
    15:35
  - Besides presenting a slideshow directly on a monitor or projector, you can also email a slideshow to others, allowing them to have the experience of viewing your images without even being in the same location.
    
    Slideshow Presentation Options
    
    05:34
- This section will address the various options that are available to you for printing your images from Lightroom.
  
  Print
  - In this lesson you'll learn the basics of setting up Lightroom to print one or more images.
    
    Page Setup
    
    03:10
  - Printing in Lightroom is a straightforward process, though with many options to choose from. In this lesson we'll take a look at how to configure a basic print job.
    
    Printing Your Photos
    
    07:27
  - Picture packages allow you to print the same image multiple times on a page, at a variety of sizes. In this lesson we'll take a look at how to create a picture package.
    
    Creating a Picture Package
    
    04:54
  - In this lesson you'll learn how to create custom picture packages to expand the number of printing options available to you.
    
    Custom Packages
    
    04:42
  - The print settings are critical to consistent and accurate printed output. In this lesson you'll see how to configure these settings properly.
    
    Print Settings
    
    05:39
  - Besides sending a print layout to your printer, you can also produce a JPEG image that contains the exact same layout, perfect for sharing images via email in a convenient form. In this lesson you'll see how it's done.
    
    Printing to a JPEG Image
    
    03:07
- This section includes lessons that will help you quickly produce excellent web galleries of your images.
  
  Web Photo Galleries
  - Learn to create a basic HTML-based web gallery, even if you have no idea what HTML is, thanks to the straightforward options in Lightroom's Web module.
    
    Creating an HTML Web Gallery
    
    12:23
  - Flash galleries extend the options for sharing your images online, and this video shows you how to incorporate the benefits of Flash in galleries created in Lightroom.
    
    Using Flash for Galleries
    
    04:19
  - This lesson shows you how review your gallery in a web browser, and then export the files or upload them directly to your website.
    
    Preview, Export, and Upload
    
    04:20
- Lightroom allows you to create customized watermarks that you can apply to your images automatically through the Export feature as well as the Slideshow, Print, and Web modules. This lesson will demonstrate how to create your own custom watermark.
  
  Creating a Watermark
  
  07:10
- An identity plate is a fun way to customize the Lightroom interface with your own company name or logo, but you can also use an identity plate to customize output in the Slideshow, Print, and Web modules. In this lesson you'll learn how to create your own personalized identity plate.
  
  Creating an Identity Plate
  
  03:44