Lightroom Workshop Image

During this advanced weekend workshop Marc will cover more advanced concepts of Lightroom workflow including advanced sorting, camera calibration, downloading presets and plugins, creating custom brushes as well as Photoshop integration.

Marc will navigate through Lightroom from import to editing to lay the ground work for the demonstration of his advanced workflow. This demonstration will illustrate the importance of proper workflow and publishing of your images.  Utilizing more of the options in each module as well as more modules will increase the functionality of Lightroom for each photographer.  Marc will talk specifically about creating presets, loading plugins, camera calibration, soft proofing for print as well as making money using print fulfilment options from companies like Smugmug.  

This workshop is designed as a continuation of the Basic Lightroom 4 and is considered Advanced. If your skills are not up to these tasks please see consider our Basic weekend to get more valuable instruction.

*Please Note: Participants need to bring a computer (Mac or PC, Laptop or Desktop) loaded with Adobe Lightroom Software. You can download a 30 day trial for free at www.adobe.com. It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version, so please check what you are currently using.*

Advanced Topics covered in these areas:

  • Camera Settings
  • Program Preferences
  • Portable & Multiple Catalogue
  • Creating Multiple Import Presets
  • Synchronization of Metadata
  • Smart Collections for quicker Workflow
  • Creating & Sharing Exposure Presets
  • Creating & Sharing Brush Presets
  • Creating a Camera Default Setting
  • Publishing & Sharing
  • Exporting and "Saving"
  • Photoshop Integration
  • Print Module
  • Map Module
  • Book Module
  • Slideshow Module
  • Web Module
 
Pre-Requisites

Level:

Intermediate/ Advanced.

Must understand concepts outlined in Basic Workshop Agenda (view Basic LR agenda here)

Basic / Intermediate understanding of photography

Enrollment:

Maximum 14 participants.

What to Bring

Equipment Needed:

Bring your digital camera (must have manual controls) and at least 1 lens.
Card Reader (To transfer images to your computer.)
Laptop or Desktop Computer with Adobe Lightroom software installed.

We Provide:

Detailed course notes in binder.

Discounts

Early-Bird Discount:

Most of our courses and workshops offer a 10% discount is applied automatically if you register before the Early-Bird Discount deadline date listed in the registration table below.

Some courses and workshops offer a discount if you're among the first 3 people who register. This discount will replace the 'standard' Early Bird Discount mentioned above, and will be applied automatically during the online registration process (as long as it is available). Check the course/workshop listing page for more details.

Group Discount:

A 5% discount will be appplied if 3 or more people register at the same time for the same workshop. (All 3 tuitions must be paid for by one credit card to be considered a group registration.) Please follow the instructions on the online registration page.

Refunds

In order to provide the best learning environment possible VPW keeps class and tour sizes limited to 10-15 people (depending on the workshop). This is but one reason that we count on you to attend your chosen class or tour, once you have registered for it.

If you must withdraw for any reason please be aware of our refund policy as follows:

For our Local Lectures, Seminars, and Workshops valued at or under $100, VPW is unable to provide a cash refund. Transfers are limited to one transfer to either the same event at a later date, or a different event of equal value. VPW requires 48 hours written notice in order to make such a transfer (email notice is acceptable). The event you are transferring to must occur within 6 months of the original event you registered for. A $15 fee will be applied to all transfers.

For our Local Workshops, 1 to 5 days in length and our Local 4 to 10 Week Courses, VPW requires 30 days written notice (before the event start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. (Email notice is acceptable.)

For our Master Photographer Series workshops, 1 to 5 days in length, VPW requires 60 days written notice (before the workshop start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. VPW may retain 15% of fees paid or $150 minimum in processing your refund. If the tuition is less than $500 the minimum fee drops to $75.

Within 45 days of the Master Photographer Series workshop date all fees paid are non-refundable.

For our Photo Tours (national and international), the following charges will apply:

  • If you cancel up to 3 months before the tour start date and we can fill your space, your reservation (or deposit) fee will be refunded
  • There is no additional cancellation fee up to 8 weeks before the start of your tour
  • From 8 weeks to 4 weeks before the tour: 25% of your balance
  • From 4 weeks to 1 week before the tour: 50% of your balance
  • From 1 week to 72 hours before the tour: 75% of your balance
  • If you cancel within 72 hours of the start of the trip, no refund can be paid
  • Transaction charges incurred on accepting and refunding payments will be deducted from the refund amount
  • In the (unlikely) event that we cancel the Photo Tour, all monies paid will be refunded in full

We highly recommend that you take out travel insurance to guard yourself against monies lost due to unavoidable cancellation by either party.

Transfers (for all events over $100): If you wish to transfer to a different workshop date, VPW requires a minimum of 30 days written (email) notice. All transfers are based on availaibility, and subject to approval by VPW staff. For courses/workshops with tuition above $101, the transfer fee is $35.

Transfer Fees as based on event pricing:
Tuition of $100 and below, the transfer fee is $15
Tuition of $101 and above, the transfer fee is $35

VPW can give no refunds:

If you registered for any event valued at or under $100
If you do not show up for your registered course.
If you register for a course beyond or below your skill or ability level.

Refunds for all events valued at $101 and above (excluding Master Series Workshops):
If a student wishes to cancel their registration for any of VPW's events, and has provided written notice within the appropriate timeframe, a refund less a $50 administration fee will be provided.

Course Cancellation:

Occasionally, we may have to cancel a course due to low enrollment. In this case, we will issue a full refund of all monies paid to VPW up to that time.

Instructor Replacement:

In the event that a listed instructor is unable to participate because of a change in his or her professional schedule, we will replace the instructor with someone of equal or similar credentials. If we cannot find a replacement in due time before the course is about to start, a particular class may have to be rescheduled.

Liability

In the event that we cancel your course, for any reason, the extent of VPW's liability is limited to the return of all monies paid. We will do everything we can to register you in another equivalent course. VPW will not be responsible for reimbursement of travel expenses of any kind.

Please note: An administration charge of $50 applies to all refunds

Read complete refund and liability policy

"I just want to say that it was a fantastic workshop, and I learned a hell of a lot. Thanks very much!!"

"Thank you Syx for the excellent training/tips you gave this weekend. While my head did feel like it was going to explode, I definitely can appreciate having more tools in my kit. I have a better feel for where I'm going when I press the trigger on my nikon, that's for sure! "

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The Adobe Lightroom Workshop is taught by the following instructors:

 
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Please choose your instructor and workshop date from the registration table below.

Class Dates Time Early-Bird Discount Ends Location Instructor Registration
Weekend April 26 & 27, 2014 10am-5pm First 3 Students Registered VPW Studios Syx Langemann SOLD OUT
Weekend November 15 & 16, 2014 10am-5pm First 3 Students Registered VPW Studios Marc Koegel SOLD OUT
Waitlist Waitlist Waitlist Waitlist VPW Studios Syx Langemann info@vancouverphotoworkshops.com