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There are 5 modules in this course
Start your Lightroom journey with Daniel Scott, Adobe Certified Instructor and award-winning creative professional. This beginner-friendly course is designed for anyone who wants to transform dull or flat photos into vibrant, professional-quality images—no prior editing experience required.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to adjust exposure, fix white balance, and apply beautiful color corrections using Adobe Lightroom CC. You’ll develop confidence working with a range of photography types—from portraits and weddings to landscapes, wildlife, product, and event photography.
Daniel walks you through every step using a practical, project-based approach. You’ll work alongside him to build your photo editing foundation, and by the end of the course, you’ll know how to:
* Correct exposure, contrast, and temperature
* Crop and straighten photos like a pro
* Apply color grading to make your images pop
This is the perfect place to begin if you’ve never used Lightroom or struggled to get started. Join Daniel Scott and learn the essential skills to elevate your photos from good to great.
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.
Start your journey into Adobe Lightroom by learning what sets it apart from other photo editing apps like Camera RAW and Photoshop. You’ll also walk through the full Lightroom workflow—from import to export—so you can see the big picture before diving into specifics.
What's included
4 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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4 videos•Total 38 minutes
Intro to Lightroom Tutorial Training Course•3 minutes
Getting Started With Lightroom Essentials Training Course•1 minute
What Is Lightroom Compared to Classic Camera RAW Photoshop & Bridge•13 minutes
Complete Run Through of Lightroom Process•21 minutes
1 reading•Total 30 minutes
Project Instructions•30 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 1 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
RAW Images and First Edits
Module 2•1 hour to complete
Module details
Build foundational skills in editing by exploring RAW photo files and Lightroom's interface. You’ll also complete your first editing challenge to help you start building muscle memory for applying and undoing edits in your own creative workflow.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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4 videos•Total 27 minutes
What Is a Raw Photo in Lightroom•7 minutes
Navigating Lightroom Is Kinda Weird•6 minutes
Auto Light & Color to Multiple Images in Lightroom•8 minutes
Resetting All and Individual Changes in Lightroom•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 2 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Lighting and Tone Adjustments
Module 3•1 hour to complete
Module details
Take control of your photo’s lighting and tone. In this module, you'll learn how to correct exposure and white balance, distinguish between color correction and grading, and apply these techniques through a focused class project.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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4 videos•Total 22 minutes
Setting Light Exposure Contrast and Highlights•7 minutes
What is Color Grading vs Color Correction•1 minute
Auto Temperature & White Balance in Lightroom•8 minutes
White Balance Eyedropper in Lightroom•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 3 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Color Tools and Creative Editing
Module 4•1 hour to complete
Module details
Explore Lightroom’s most powerful color tools for targeted color adjustments and creative control. You’ll experiment with vibrance vs saturation, try out custom edits, and use the Color Mixer to perfect individual hues in your photos.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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4 videos•Total 21 minutes
Apply Custom Settings To Multiple Images•2 minutes
Saturation vs Vibrance Lightroom•7 minutes
How Change Specific Color Using Color Mixer in Lightroom•6 minutes
Target Adjustment With Color Mixer in Lightroom•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 4 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
Remixing, Sharing, and Final Project
Module 5•2 hours to complete
Module details
Finish strong by putting your color editing skills to the test in a final remix-based project. This module introduces Lightroom’s collaborative remix features, encourages creative sharing, and lets you showcase your own unique editing voice.
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What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.