Affinity Photo Top 10 Basic Tasks - Affinity Photo For Beginners

[@verosirvi]

Bought Affinity as my first editing photo tool yesterday, and started watching a bunch of tutorials, so far this has been the best.

[@yanimendoza9506]

I bought it yesterday and I agree

[@MK-ef9iu]

same here

[@jdillard36]

Good to know

[@bigvin4015]

we all in the same boat guys

[@MakedonijaTexas]

I am planning to buy it tomorrow, I guess you recommend?

[@asteria2007]

Timestamps! 1) 0:43 How to open a photo 2) 1:52 How to crop a photo 3) 4:10 How to remove an object from a photo 4) 7:00 How to remove blemishes from the face 5) 9:03 How to use adjustment layers (to adjust colour, etc.) 6) 10:57 How to use layer masks 7) 13:50 How to select objects 8) 15:25 How to move objects into another photo 9) 16:06 How to add text 10) 17:55 How to save and export your work

[@abdulbasir8740]

Initially, I saw it is a 3 years old video, thought it might not be relevant, but it is not only relevant to current version of affinity app. Even it's among one of the best tutorials out there on KZbin. Thank you Jesse

[@velvetbees]

You speak clearly, you don't add confusing or irrelevant details. Great video.

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks for the feedback! Have a good one!

[@lynperosi]

Nicely done! I rarely "like" and comment a tutorial video, but this one is on point for the basics! I'm a lightroom user for awhile. I've been introduced to Affinity and since then I've been searching for a tutorial and trying to decide if it's worth it to switch software. This video made it simple and doable! Thank you!

[@alexmoses2177]

THANKS Jesse. I am an amateur/pleasure only photographer and have been using Adobe's Photoshop to edit photos. However, as my PS CS5 was a free copy it no longer works and, as an amateur who only edits for my pleasure, I was NOT prepared to pay/rent/subscribe further to Adobe as the costs far outweigh my usage of their software. Now, having bought Affinity One as being the nearest to my limited workings with Adobe PS and the most suited to my needs. I have only now started watching your tutorials which I found concise, clear and well presented and will get me back to editng with fun again. THANK YOU mate! Alex. Keep producing

[@OaklandTravel]

What mac app would you suggest for mass photo editing, similar to what lightroom can do? I'm trying to get away from the monthly cost of creative cloud. Thanks

[@JesseShowalter]

I don’t know if anything quite like Lightroom

[@photographybylieven]

By far one of the best tutorials for newbs!!! Love the content and enthusiasm! Subbed! Thank you!

[@JayLangly]

Ok so this program can do all that? Awesome. And this was posted back in 2017. I just bought it this week.

[@JesseShowalter]

It’s never too late! Go get em!

[@mrdbourke]

Amazing video! Thanks for all the tips Jesse!

[@JesseShowalter]

You're so welcome

[@kend4128]

Very nicely done, Jesse. I've watched several Affinity Photos videos after deciding to abandon PS Elements for AP. This video of yours is head and shoulders above the rest- you speak clearly and enthusiastically, and the instructions are easy to follow. Great job!

[@shannongower728]

Where has this video been all my life? the best tutorial ever

[@kendrasusan3409]

I just got Affinity yesterday. This is the first video I found & I love it! I didn't know much about PS. The tutorials always treated you like you should know this basic stuff because PS has been around for years. Because of you, I understand the concepts WAY better & I can't wait to jump into Affinity and get started! Thanks for being clear & basic without being condescending.

[@JesseShowalter]

Yah!!! waht great feedback. I'm so happy that the videos have helped you.

[@ltdhomes]

Jesse what a great introduction to Affinity! It would be helpful to "newbies" though if you could zoom into the icon for the tools that you choose so we know clearly what they look like and what they do. Your movements between them are just a little fast! But your presentation has convinced me to give the software a go. Thank you.

[@extremelydave]

Not everyone is a pro so this is a great help. Everyone has to start from scratch and you just made it easier. Thanks!

[@JesseShowalter]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@colt5830]

I just got this yesterday and out of all the beginner videos I’ve watched this is by far the best! Thank you !

[@brethanks7838]

I Watched this for one minute and I'm going to buy it right Now I've been waiting for software like this for years!!!!!!!!! I can afford to design again!!!!! Best Day EVER!!!!!!!!!Thanks Jesse!!

[@JesseShowalter]

Yes!! Go get em, Bret!! 🔥🤘

[@sandrajohnson2489]

I had Photoshop several years ago that my son installed on a computer I was using at the time. The computer crapped out and I lost PS. I've been using various online photo editing software to sharpen, crop and straighten photos of my paintings but yesterday I decided to purchase Affinity. I'm seeing that it's very much like PS and that's great. I downloaded it for half the price and that's so much less than PS. For my use which isn't much, Affinity will be fine. Thank you for making the tutorials!

[@lerkkweed]

Learned tons. You're a good teacher. I'll watch it again, probably several more times.

[@ModulatorUK]

Thanks. Much better than other basic tutorials that I've seen. Right to the point. No silly jokes around. Concise and fast. I'm subscribing. I've got Affinity yesterday.

[@JesseShowalter]

Oh thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it! Welcome aboard!!🤙🤙

[@chipblock2854]

Just bought the Photo program. Affinity has it on sale for $24.99. I have used Corel PhotoOaibt for over 10 years. What I have noticed so far that many tasks I do are easier in their Program. I won't uninstall PhotoPaint yet. Thanks for this video.

[@JesseShowalter]

Get. It! 🤘🤘🤘

[@jordanking7711]

Also to back up Jesse's tip about adjustment layers, those of you that are saying for Jesse's 5th tip 'hey Jesse I can do the same thing in the main menu toolbar without using an adjustment layer', yes that's true but you DO NOT want to do that. Why? Because if you use adjustment layers, they are non-destructive and you can easily tweak the photos to your liking. When you use the same adjustments in the main menu toolbar, those are TOTALLY destructive. Excellent tutorial Jesse for beginners. Make it seem less intimidating for people who aren't used to or have never used Photoshop before

[@thomasdestry5188]

I am blown away with the possibilities of using Affinity Photo. Your excitement for this program is contagious. 🎉Thank you so much‼️

[@JesseShowalter]

Your so welcome🤗

[@MOAB-UT]

Great tips. I'll add one. I ALWAYS save my files at around 90-95%. Watch the % and you will notice that you still get near perfect quality, but your file size, for some reason drops dramatically. It is the recommended way to save by many pro's. Also, when saving your work, it can be good to also save the changes/history- there is a simple way to do that.

[@oshawaxpress]

One of the best tutorials on anything that I've ever seen on youtube. Great presentation and delivery of information.

[@JesseShowalter]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@platinumSKATERS]

This is the best top 10 beginner videos i've seen so far on Affinity Photo 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@RichelleDelena]

Finally, thank you. I've been looking for a video that's not mind numbing. Just bought Affinity and that was great for a quick overview.

[@JesseShowalter]

I’m so so glad I was able to help you out, Richelle! 🤘

[@smellyrhinostudio]

Thanks! Moving over from Adobe and really enjoying Affinity suite so far!

[@Pure-Minty]

Just started with Affinity and finding the tips a big help. many thanks.

[@xoelvia8696]

I’m so grateful for this KZbin channel !

[@hudson701]

Amazing tutorial no waffle straight to the point thanks!

[@IsabellaRodriguez-js8cs]

Thank you so so much for this video! My dad is a graphic designer and photographer and ended up putting affinity on my computer and I had barely any idea on how to use it (except levels, because I used to play around on photoshop when I was growing up and affinity is very similar). This video will help me edit photos for decals for my ceramics piece! ☺️

[@JesseShowalter]

I’m so glad i was able to help you out, Isabella! You’ve got this!

[@jaddkay1]

Thank you. I'm new to Affinity. Watching many different videos on it. So far this is the best one. Thanks!

[@rickmelcher6845]

You made this so easy to use. You earned a subscriber. I will watch all your others for sure. Thanks!!

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much, Rick! Welcome, aboard!

[@swbuerer]

I really like you presentation. I have had affinity for about a year but seldom used it. You have given me a new appreciation for it and I will dig into it more. I am finding I do most of by photo clean up in the Mac PHOTOS edit. But many times want more.

[@JesseShowalter]

Yeah dig into it. It's a great tool.

[@JonelleElise]

This was great! Thanks for these key basics...I used to be proficient in Photoshop but stopped using it for awhile. Then I got a copy of Affinity Photo and wanted to learn how to navigate and do simple tasks. This video was really helpful!

[@DavidMacey1]

A very good, clear tutorial. Many thanks

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much, Ann Marie!

[@fstopmediaofhebersprings4033]

Bro! I've had this software for about 2 years now and I've refused to stop using my 2007 era Microsoft Digital Imaging Suite software🤫 because I couldn't do basic tasks with ease. You have helped me cross over the line. I may never go back! Thanks for a great tutorial that is easy to understand.

[@JesseShowalter]

So stoked I was able to help you out!!

[@edwinjangao]

So good photoshop now has its best alternative. Hope affinity keep developing and making more tutorials like this.

[@katherineshock555]

Really clear and helpful thanks

[@Jostian7x]

great overview, am new to editing and just bought Affinity, but was really not sure how to get started at all, this vid has helped a bunch, thanks.

[@JesseShowalter]

Yes!! So stoked for you, Jonathan!!!

[@Bitoypalaboy]

OMG! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! HANDS DOWN EASIEST TUTORIAL I WATCHED. not mad, just amazed!

[@JesseShowalter]

Hahaha, thanks so much Joni for your enthusiasm and encouragement!! 🤘🤘

[@alx1533]

Thanks, Jesse. Excellent, concise vid. Stanley Park rules! Respect, fam. Subbed.

[@dianna-lynnlundgren180]

I found your tutorial informative and helpful, thank you! I had already downloaded the Affinity suite comprising three programs for 90 days (during this current COVID crisis) as a FREE TRIAL during the current situation. However, I'd already decided that I will purchase them as I want to pursue learning more about how to use the Affinity Photo and Publisher programs. I'd REALLY appreciate you doing more videos tutorials on how to use these programs, as I'm a visual learner, so if I can see it done I can duplicate it!! As a semi-pro photographer and copy/line editor I'm quite interested in learning more about these programs as I can see them being very useful for me. After viewing this video, I went onto your personal website and noted that you'll be offering a few courses on design soon, maybe you could do some for other things, like more in-depth photo editing? I like your style in explaining, but I'm finding that I'm having to rewind quite a bit so I don't miss anything because you talk so fast!! :)

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much, Dee!! Stay tuned!! 🤙

[@cd3202]

Awesome video man!!!

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much

[@davidwright373]

New to Affinity and I coming over from PhotoShop user of almost 20 years. You are greatly helping in the Affinity learning curve ...keep up the great EASY to understand in your tutorials!

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks for watching and supporting

[@saltlifegull4091]

You're a strong teacher:) I'm just finding out about Affinity after being a Micrografx user for years, now it's corrupted:( Have you used all three Affinity products mentioned 3for1? Are all three useful for photographers? Thanks, Jesse!

[@melindasaucedo5247]

Amazing!! Thank you. extremely helpful tutorial.

[@kiizahillary8472]

Amazing your a great tutor. You have made things easier to follow and understand. Thanks alot

[@nathaliel.5768]

Thanks a lot! A great starter for true beginners. Easier to get going with than Affinity own videos.

[@ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552]

Would love to see more beginner Affinity tutorials Jesse, you do a great job explaining!

[@kaarlosuotamo3409]

This was the most informative. Thank you

[@graeme3615]

Excellent.. loved this tutorial.. delivered well, great teacher.. thanks heaps..

[@Iam18grey]

FWIW, when you were demonstrating the Inpainting Tool at 4:57 your flow was only at 25%. That's probably why it left remnants of his jacket. I imagine at 100% it would have worked as intended. Great video!

[@kayaeki]

yess, thought the same!

[@davebressler9343]

hello, just started using ap . was looking for some good videos (nice intro to ap) this is it, very good clear info for noobs hehehe so thank you. please keep those videos coming

[@BruceAUlrich]

Good tips, Jesse! Thanks!

[@JesseShowalter]

Any time!

[@Rafaga777]

Thanks for this top notch tutorial. Really ideal for an Affinity beginner like me...

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much, so glad you liked it!

[@Nsandy22]

Your video is super clear! Nice

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks, Sandy! 🔥

[@user-gn8qk6zv1t]

This was actually really helpful and well made, thanks

[@JesseShowalter]

I’m so glad I was able to help out, frog fighter! Get out there and make amazing things!!🤘

[@sallyludford9087]

I have just bought Affinity Photo and I have found you're video very helpful. Thank you. x

[@oscar23rd]

I just pirated affinity and also fine your video very helpful.

[@saltlifegull4091]

@@oscar23rd How the heck do you do that, Pirate Bay? Thanks for the tip:))

[@dbkfrogkaty1]

Is there some where in the program that tells you about the photo? Metadata, F-stop, shutter speed, ISO, camera used, lens used, etc. Does the program organize your photos so you can pick which ones you want to edit? Thanks for the video.

[@JesseShowalter]

Not that I know of

[@hugonunez878]

Great video!! Taught me many things on how to use the application. I had to be my girlfriends photographer for her graduation pictures bc of the covid 19 and this is really going to help me out! Thanks!!

[@JesseShowalter]

That’s so amazing that you were able to see a need and fill it! You’re rad!

[@kcender3771]

Too cool Jesse! Great that someone is thinking of us beginners.

[@JesseShowalter]

I'm always here for ya

[@markferrell2470]

Fantastic job, one of the best tutorial I’ve seen on just about anything I needed to learn

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much, Mark!

[@Onthegoart7790]

This has been the best, most clearly explained video I've watched this week! You are superb man in your explanations and examples! I was doubting that I purchased this because my gawd I ended up with so many unworkable layers and was about to ask for my money back lol. You've saved Affinity photo some money on this day lol! Outstanding video, I've subscribed and I hope to become a pro with this to help with my business. Thanks a lot man!

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks for your support.

[@webphone5167]

Nice work. Please I have a question. How can I drop a shadow in Affinity like in Photoshop

[@jokacentaur2071]

Thank you. Very useful information.

[@JesseShowalter]

So glad i was able to help you out!!

[@WilliamCruzing4photos]

Great tutorial. Appreciate the time, effort and detail explanations.

[@JesseShowalter]

You got it 👍🏼

great video for our best start with affinity, thanks a lot Jesse

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much for your support!

[@Fralland]

Thanks man ! Just got Affinity today. ❤️ from 🇳🇴

[@JesseShowalter]

Woo hoo!!!!!

[@grimlockarts8386]

I've been a Photochop user since version 6. I gave up on it when they insisted on the subscription requirement. I'm so glad to be ditching the broken CS2 version of Photoshop I've been stuck with for several years. I just picked up all three Affinity products and their workbooks today.

[@svwildflowerNAFO]

Thanks, Jesse. I just downloaded this about half an hour ago. Your tutorial really helped.

[@georgegermain9773]

Great job on the video!

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks man

[@mongreldesigns9195]

Adobe add placed right in front of this video, love the new marketing push they are doing. Hope the fact Affinity is on the stage brings some needed life into the market.

[@maxcruz5936]

I'm looking for a app to make labels for bottle, tincture labels for a bottle and other labels for honey jars and so on and I'm debating whether to buy affinity photo or affinity design and not sure what to pick or if I should get a different app all together for my Mac. I've used photoshop years ago so I have some knowledge and wanted to get photoshop but now I have to pay monthly so not gonna do that. I just want to buy I once. any help would be great

[@BrasileirosSemFronteiras]

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[@JesseShowalter]

Artboard Studio

[@jameschow732]

Thanks , Jesse! This is very useful to start me off with Affinity Photo. Cheers

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks so much, James!

[@Gal_Barzilay]

Great video! Thanks! I would love to know if you use iPad Pro in your daily routine and if you do what kind of apps do you use? :)

[@JesseShowalter]

I use it occasionally to sketch and wire frame. not everyday

[@1kevinkat]

Really helpfull for a starter with Affinity Photo, just bought it and you can do amazing things as you shown Thanx.

[@JesseShowalter]

Great to hear!

[@MayurPanghaal]

Super job bro !! love from India 😊😊😊

[@JesseShowalter]

Hey Man! thanks so much.

[@robbiewsmith]

Great tutorial mate.

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks 👍🏼

[@EElgar1857]

I've found layer masks a very confusing thing, partly because A.P. does it differently from other apps, like Luminar, which is my main photo tool now. With your help, I think I finally "get" it! 😁

[@Kleyver]

Great Video. I discovered Affinity yesterday, bought it and now I´m trying to learn. You were of great help.

[@JesseShowalter]

Glad I could be a help

[@djjacoby1511]

Thank you for the tips and tricks!!🔥⭐️⭐️

[@sarahbergman7338]

That was an AWESOME tutorial, thank you!!! Just learning infinity with no design background at all. Def subscribing to you Jesse!

[@JesseShowalter]

Hey sarah thanks for watching and supporting the content.

[@aurimasguoga1894]

Great tutorial. Exactly what and how beginners need to learn. Thanks a lot.

[@Kingsbourne]

Great tutorial. Thanks

[@JesseShowalter]

Thank YOU!

[@audreyphilips304]

Thank you! Thank you! nice and simple now I have an idea how to work with this program.

[@WTKENG]

Hey, Just downloaded the software, trying to get to know the software a little more. Thank you for the brief and insightful vid. I appreciate it man.

[@JesseShowalter]

Thank you so much! You’ve got this!!!

[@PaulHillGuitarist]

Great video thank you! My extremely old version of Photoshop has decided to constantly crash, so I purchased Affinity Photo a few days ago. So glad I did as it is an awesome piece of software! 📸👌

[@JesseShowalter]

YES!!!!! Go make amazing things!!!

[@PaulHillGuitarist]

@@JesseShowalter That is my plan! 👍

[@fijiand0ll91]

You're Awesome, Thank you Jesse !

[@JesseShowalter]

You are so welcom👍🏼

[@danabarunas9682]

Very good basic tutorial. Affinity can do so much, that even for an experienced Photoshop user it's daunting. I would suggest, however, that you zoom in on each tool as you select it, and also the adjustments. There's so much surrounding the image, it's hard to follow where your little cursor went to make adjustments or which tool you clicked on. I had to keep stopping and backing up to see some of that. But mainly it's a wonderful tutorial. Thanks so much.

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks for the constructive feedback, Ill take that into consideration when making videos 👍

[@chucksalvo1]

The Tutorial is wonderful. The 'official' Affinity tutorial went over many things that were explained here, however the announcer does steps making assumptions that the viewer knows how to (for instance) "clear the selection "ants' ' and does not address, as Jesse does, exactly how to do this. Great work! I will continue to look forward to more of these files...Chuck

[@JesseShowalter]

Thanks Chuck! I plan on continuing to make plenty more so stay tuned and thanks for your support.

[@kellyriardrichardson3282]

Thank you for making this tutorial. Simple, easy instructions which you put across in a great way. Looking forward to learn more from you.

[@tonymanickam3605]

Excellent - just what I wanted to get me started. Thank you.

[@JesseShowalter]

So glad I was able to help you out, Tony! Have a good day! 🤘

[@chriss2595]

I like your style and the content is really to the point and very well explained. Thx a lot. And thanks to you I gonna purchase the Affinity products.

[@JesseShowalter]

Awesome thanks for watching

[@GrootsieTheDog]

Thanks! I need to buy a laptop for my job and my Adobe photoshop/Illustrator won’t work on the new version of Mac OS. Ready to make the switch...and I can finally upgrade my iMac to the latest OS :)

[@JesseShowalter]

That’s so exciting! Stoked for you, go make rad things!

[@GustavoOcampoBecerra]

Again, and Again, Thank you for this great work Brother!

[@JesseShowalter]

Super welcome 👍🏼

[@eyewaves...]

Great tutorial ....thank you.

[@JesseShowalter]

Thank YOU! 🤘

[@DivisionStreetDrums]

Your series regarding Affinity is helping me immensely, Thank You

[@JesseShowalter]

I'm so glad, let me know if you ever have any questions.

[@DrinkingStar]

Excellent overview. I have been using PSE(Photoshop Elements) for several decades. I bought Serif in 2004 Digital Photo in 2004. Serif has now surpassed PSE and is now as good as PS (Photoshop) without the price. I currently have PSE 14. I will buy AP if it comes with a hard copy.

[@JesseShowalter]

Glad it was helpful!