LIGHTROOM TIPS FOR BEGINNERS - Get started with Adobe Lightroom for photographers.

[@dreamhacker74]

i have had lightroom a while and have learned more in this 20 minutes, than i have in 6 months of trying myself. thank you. please make more editing videos with lightroom.

[@BoredomKillerVids]

me too!

[@davel831]

And me Brilliant thank you

[@drtnrao57]

ME TOO.

[@davidbickford2790]

Without a doubt, the best instructor on You Tube. Your 20 minute introduction in Lightroom has motivated me to give it a try. Thank you for what you do.

[@robertsoneil83]

You should do a series of lightroom tutorials. I've been thinking about getting it for a while but haven't as I don't know how to use it. These videos would be really useful. Love the content as usual 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@chillimocha]

I agree, more tutorials on Lightroom would be awesome please Paul if OK.

[@BoredomKillerVids]

I agree too! I've learned a lot from Paul's video and I'm just a beginner.

[@mauricioalvarez7704]

Hi, Paul! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge of Ligthroom with the world. I've had it in my computer for a couple of years now, buy I was stuck in Photoshop. After seeing your video, I am switching immediately to Lightroom and will leave Photoshop for other types of image manipulation. I like your style and you've got one more follower from Mexico. Best regards to you Down Under!

[@tkotur025]

Hi. My Lightroom main screen doesn't look anything like yours. I've got a 'Home' and 'Discover' tab on the left while yours has Navigator, Catalog, etc....am I doing something wrong?

[@wildcatkg2007]

Thanks much! I just learnt you are from Brisbane! I stayed there in 2 yrs. Love the city.

[@stewarddesse]

Thank you for, yet again, another easy-to-understand-tutorial, at least it is for me.

[@outonemorning470]

Needed a quick overview to edit photos from a recent camping trip...vary helpful.

[@dpepalis9456]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@robertvantassel6249]

Great video. This old photographer started with B&W Rollei 2 1/4, Graphic 4x5, and Omega D-2 printer. Now trying to enter the 21st century and you are helping immensely. Please keep making lightroom teaching aids.

[@teamwillis5873]

Thanks that has given me more than I have found in books that assume you are already competent. Ted.

[@photogenius]

Wow, thanks! Appreciate the feedback.

[@erik1836]

Thank you. This was a very helpful video. I appreciate the way when you are showing the tabs for the various functions, you zoom in, so we can see and read them easily. Most of the tutorials neglect to do that and leave you guessing what exactly - and where - to go to affect the effect they are telling us about. See you again!

[@wildcatkg2007]

I am going to look up for more lightroom videos. Thanks again for this basic clip.

[@edivad08]

Thank you Paul! You are clear and to the point. I hope to see more videos of you.

[@paulrobinson1337]

Thanks for this Paul. I have just acquired a laptop that can run LR / PS and am starting learning these new apps. Off I go to practice what you have demonstrated for us. Cheers.

[@photogenius]

Fantastic, thanks for supporting and watching.

[@beckysalazar9823]

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[@malcrickman4999]

That was clear, precise and brilliant. More please.

[@peterhardy9754]

Hi Paul I see you use Mac and have stand alone monitors if you were to use windows what monitor would be on par with the mac as they use rear LED and are the best for editing regards peter

[@photogenius]

HI Peter. The stand alone monitor I use is a BenQ that I connect to a MacBook Pro laptop. It's a really good monitor, but I may replace it soon with something closer to the resolution and image quality of the mac's which is great. At this stage I have nothing I would recommend I'm afraid.

[@daleverhaeghe8271]

Outstanding video. Love how you broke it down. Made it much more user-friendly. Thank you very much .. can't wait to see more videos to follow on Lightroom

[@SoyandShea]

Thank you. I have been struggling with Lightroom and things are starting to make sense now. My Lightroom is set up differently but I found most of the tools. Looking forward to booking my workshop with.

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

very helpful to a brand new lightroom classic user. thank you for the effort and the sharing. how would you import an entire apple photo library (60k images w/keywords)?

[@stevespearman7347]

Another extremely easy to understand and very educational video thanks Paul You are the “Genius” 🤟

[@SerajAhmed]

Your aperture mark T-shirt is especially attractive 😍 😉

[@MM-li8nk]

Fantastic, thank you. Especially liked first half about storing, folders, keywords etc. This is often missed and was one of my 'must learn' areas so when I start using Lightroom v soon I will be organised from the start. Really appreciate you.

[@mara1820]

Thank you so much! Excellent video.

[@photogenius]

Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching Mara.

[@bad2000ta]

Thank you very much for posting this. I tried Lightroom myself and while I was able to do some things, your video was immensely helpful. Most appreciated!! FYI - I'm using a Canon R10 my wife bought me for Christmas. First mirrorless!!

[@RichieColemanSr]

Bravo 👏🏾 what an AMAZING video! Thank you so much... I watch a number of your videos as a new photographer, which has helped me tremendously.

[@peterharber7965]

A great explanation of some Lightroom basics. Perhaps another video in a couple of months on some slightly more advanced editing tools?Thanks Paul.

[@debrapeasley2606]

Discussing various tools and using them to edit a select part of the photo would be very helpful. Something more than making the whole image brighter, darker, etc.

[@johnurbanski2057]

How do I change the layout of Lightroom to look like yours? I don't have the menu across the top (Library, Develop, Map...) And no menu on the right. My menu on the left is different also. I am using Lightroom (not classic).

[@katies8230]

I tried LR years ago, got frustrated -- even after taking in-person and one-on-one instruction -- so I moved over to PS. Now I'm coming back to LRC. This video was EXCELLENT. However, Collections and image storage location continue to confound me. In this video you imported photos from your memory card. Then you edited photos that were already in collections. But you never tell us how those images from your Nikon card got onto your computer. How does LRC do this? Where do these images actually reside? Thank you.

[@howardtucker5251]

Pauol, thanks for this v ideo on Lightroom. Very easy to follow. I have not used Lightroom before, but will do so soon, as I want to begin editing my photos. I have one question Re RAW v Jpeg settings on my camera. I have revently started photographing in RAW, but m y camera records both RAW and jpeg images. Is this usual or shoukd I try to find out how to only use RAW images? (I have a Canon 80D). Many thanks, Howard.

[@aureliosaragosa6967]

I am new to photography. Just started taking pictures in RAW. I have no issues importing jpg images into lightroom. However, I cannot see my RAW images once they've been imported into lightroom. Why is that? Help anybody!😊

[@michaelkantor4084]

I tried Lightroom once before and because I use a PC, not a MAC, I did not have the Library/Develop/Map feature along the top. All the tutorials were probably geared towards the Mac. Should I be looking at LR Classic or CS. Can it be purchased or is it subscription only. Any suggestions? Thanks

[@alexanderwes5204]

Hello Paul, first thanks for your time to do a tutorial for beginners. I'm completely new with Lightroom, so it was very helpful. I have two questions. During the develop tutorial you are switching between the original en the processed image. How do you do that? I can't find any button with that function. Thank you in advance, Alexander

[@dbstephens992]

Question: When you make edits to a raw image, do the edits stay once you close out the program, or do you have to save the edits as a different file? And since the raw image isn't changed, is a new image file created, or are just the changes associated with your editing session saved? (Concerned about the storage space involved)

[@photogenius]

Yes, when you close and re-open LR, the image will be the same as you left it. When you edit an image, LR Does not by default create a second (edited) version, instead it simply saves the data in a file that contains the changes that you have made. Hope that helps. Paul

[@dbstephens992]

@@photogenius Thank You! That answers my question and confirms my suspicions, but I never want to assume with software; I've been proved wrong too many times for that.😆

[@curtisbeckett4764]

Hey Paul, excellent video very professional. Thinking about lrc or photo shop. Which one is better for editing. Please advise. Thanks

[@charlesfisher2134]

Have you ever reviewed the Canon 300 F4 lens. Now I use canon Dpp4 and Photo Works. Will check out light room.

[@dineshwellawa4872]

Incredibly useful. What will be basic pixel conversion for publishing in the web? Instagram as you mentioned 1080! Is there any general thumb rule on this ?

[@raymondlouis92]

`fantastic tutorial, nice explanation for new beginners, i appreciate you. thanks a lot , love to see the next continuity video

[@photogenius]

Glad you liked it Raymond, more to come.

[@julieday5092]

brilliant loads of info , easy to understand... thanks

[@photogenius]

Very welcome Julie - thank you for watching.

[@claudiapalacios5893]

Thank you 🙏🏽 i just started my photography journey and your channel is helping me so much!! I look forward to more videos 😊

[@jeremyearl396]

So how would you import photos from your iPhone to your desk top, also, when it comes to printing your photo, how do you get a setting of 5x7 or 8x10 in this program. Enjoying this whole library of tutorials. Thank you!

[@mandymclean4312]

think i need a second screen to play and pause while i copy your moves on my pc 😉

[@photogenius]

Watch the vid on your phone and take notes on the PC... sorted 😀 Thanks for watching Mandy.

[@prestonsplace007]

Hi there. I've watched a number of your videos after discovering you work only a few days ago. I've dabbled with and am impressed by LR. My biggest impediment to adopting what looks like a very useful program, is the fact I have a pre existing catalog I created in a format that works. I can't seem to find an answer as to how to import this existing unit and add new material to it. I'd also be looking for other details on rudimentary management of files. I want the content ALL on a number of drives for backup but don't want to have to insert new drives because the original "lives" on another drive. Most presentations seem to have their basic files built on shot date roots and fine tuned with custom named collections. I hope I haven't been too confusing with the questions. Lastly, is there a book, ie, LR for Dummies or something that would contain the answers I seek. I'm working with a large collection amassed since the inception of digital plus some film scans in the mix as far back as "72 when I started. Thanks a million in advance.

[@nataliekendall4236]

Hi Paul, really enjoy your tutorials and learn so much. I am currently doing an online photography course (started about 1 yr ago) and currently up to the editing module. The module focuses more on Photoshop. Would be interested in your opinion of what is best to use LRC or PS, or do you use both. Cheers

[@bobrutan4735]

Just starting to use LR ... very good intro video. You imported to LR and not a folder? Where does LR place those imported photos on your disk and why do you choose that as opposed to importing directly to a folder? Thanks - Bob

[@sunshinemary8102]

Ok I’m not sure what I am doing wrong. I just downloaded Lightroom. In the main view it is showing the unedited photo, and the edited photo is tiny in the upper left corner. I’m so frustrated! 😢

[@justinebath3031]

Awesome! Thank you for being so methodic and simple in this tutorial. #byebyephotoshop

[@helenacramond6585]

Hi I just a beginner with Lr.... when you have finished editing and you then export the image ... .....export the image to where? and how do you then upload it to instagram? p.s love all your tutorials.

[@skipferguson3421]

I would love to see a comparison between Lightroom and Photoscape X Pro which is considerably less expensive.

[@rajeshvelappan8396]

Hi! did u take the last picture of water fall(which u exported to Jpeg for Instagram) in AV mode?

[@deetteday991]

If I am just beginning photo editing, should I choose Capture One instead of Lightroom?

[@jsteinbr]

Thank you , Paul. Absolutely excellent tutorial! Looking forward to more presentations.

[@johnoldham30]

One of the best teachers on KZbin... Great Job!

[@JV-qb6ib]

Great job Paul! Your videos are very easy for a beginner to understand. Thank you!

[@tracyanderson7927]

Just learning and deciding which is best for me. Thank you for your help!

[@Honda_Africa_Twin]

Any idea on why Lightroom does not support Fuji RAW format?

[@photogenius]

HI Mike. It certainly should, I have no problems using Fujifilm RAW files in LR. This problem is usually fixed by an update and is common if the camera is brand new and Lightroom does not recognise the format yet (there is no standard raw format so every time a new camera comes out LR issue updates, but sometimes this can take a while). If you are using an older version of LR I suggest an update.

[@Honda_Africa_Twin]

@@photogenius Thanks for the reply, and thank you for all the videos you upload for us. Your idea was spot on - I can open and edit Fuji Raw (RAF) after the update.

[@briantodd6903]

just unboxed my Mac Book pro any suggestions on apps or tools i would need this mac is dedicated to photography and this is my first time saving and experimenting with editing thanks Paul

[@Jamiecronin1410]

Thanks Paul, really helpfull info in this video! hopefully you bring out more of these little tutorials!

[@cifuentesphotos]

Why not one explain de difference between catalogs, collection and smart collection.I believe not one really understand this thing.

[@peterhall728]

Mate, you are fucking brilliant.

[@photogenius]

Thanks Peter for your great (and direct) feedback, appreciated very much 👏 😀

[@richardbrown3434]

Brilliant video, really well explained. Thank you Paul 👌🏻📷

[@kellenclowe626]

At 14:58 what is the point of increasing exposure and decreasing highlights instead of just increasing the shadows?

[@wmbrennan]

When you use the eye dropper tool what is the box that opens with it and how do you use it if needed. If you don’t resize a photo for instagram will the program resize it for you? Love your tutorials.

[@k8veeach]

Thanks you genius, just my cup of char, the ONLY LR tutorial in a clear un neurotic English, a true compliment from a Pom to an Aussiie bro.

[@photogenius]

Thank you - enjoying a cup of Rosie as I reply 😀

[@simorris7826]

Another easy to understand no nonsense tutorial Paul thank you - i think i’ll start using LR. You should do more LR tutorials 👍

[@liamslavin2135]

mine looks nothing like that. just want to know how to import images into an album rather than seeing every image that I have ever imported

[@dwaynewatson2261]

Just got Light Room to help with editing my photos. Your video definitely helped ease my anxiety going into a new editing program. As always man.. Keep up the good work.

[@photogenius]

You are welcome Dwayne, thank you for watching.

[@leslieadkins6276]

I have lightroom 3, can I make the same changes with this version?

[@photogenius]

Hi Leslie, Some of the features may be there, but of course there have been many changes and additions and updates in the 14 years since that version was released.

[@leslieadkins6276]

@@photogenius thank you.

[@sailingmorningstar4036]

Benn using Raw for years but in Photoshop - most tutorials seem to be about how much they know forgetting to keep it simple for us new at it - perfect fit - thank you. Subscribed.

[@photogenius]

Happy to help, thank you so much.

[@cr-us9ch]

Is lightroom ok by itself for a beginner or do i need the combo with photoshop as well?

[@ElAgenteManu]

I have seen the light... THANK YOU!!!

[@lynnfarrell6395]

Do you have to start out with a RAW file to work with Lightroom?

[@emaduddin2711]

You've been a big help. Thank you so much for this tutorial, Paul. Really appreciate that. :)

[@photogenius]

Any time! Thanks for watching.

[@alisonseeds2025]

Clear and simple instructions. Thanks

[@sarahp9195]

Really useful. I initially had LR thinking it was LRC, I have since changed my plan to classic and photoshop. Followed the video, very straightforward and made broken down into manageable chunks!

[@photogenius]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching Sarah.

[@johntaylor8016]

Does Lightroom give you the option to reduce noise when editing?

[@waterontop1297]

Thank you so much Sensei! You are a blessing!

[@lucasromero2367]

If it weren't for you, I don't know what to do, I don't want to spend money on it

[@michaelcoates1787]

hey photo genuis just the free trail thanks a million

[@softailshorty8943]

Thank you for the video. It was very helpful. I'm new to lightroom. So after you edit the picture, to save it, do you have to create a new file for it? How do I save it. Sorry if this sounds stupid, like I said, this is new to me. Thank you for you're help and keep up the great work.

[@KevyB.]

You create a new folder, or choose an existing one, and the file will be saved there.

[@manalya5756]

youre the best love youuuu

[@photogenius]

Thank you kindly.

[@ivodeguzman2565]

Love it sir thanks for sharing 👍👍👍👍👍

[@vernonalvares8440]

Photo Genius... definitely so.. u made the basics seem seamless to operate.. love the vid, thks, Vernon Alvares from Mumbai India

[@craigritchie6670]

Hi Paul, very clear video but I have a question; I subscribed to LR in November (Lightroom CC). My start up page does not match yours. For example, I do not have the library and develop options in the top bar. What am I doing wrong? I have managed to import images from my camera but not much else. Is mine a different version? Love the channel. Thanks

[@elizabethlanza8111]

I have had my Lightroom subscription for over a year and I still have not been able to figure out how to use it. When I go to import the picture as you say it comes and asks the source, where do I tell the picture where to go I do not have a disk in from my camera because the picture is all ready attached to Lightroom. I’m really lost on all this what can I do?

[@photogenius]

When you import an image Lightroom should (without you needing to do anything) place it in a Lightroom / images folder on your computer hard drive.

[@thecreativeitalian7611]

So helpful!!

[@photogenius]

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching.

[@ShaunakHub]

Great video as usual. Its always great to watch your videos. I have 'cut the cord' with Adobe. Just came to watch your video :-). Using Rawtherapee + GIMP (I am not a pro..)

[@allandavies1187]

This is the best teaching of Lightroom that have ever seen. May I ask if I wanted a company to produce a 16”x12” print for me, then what settings would you suggest to get a top quality print?

[@hurleygreen927]

EASY TO UNDERSTAND INFORMATION on Lightroom..THANKS!

[@11290slk]

If not taking RAW images only jpeg, is LightRoom still a better choice than Photoshop Elements 2021?

[@sandygeddry724]

I downloaded the trial version of Lightroom Classic and Photoshop. I am finding them to be painfully slow. The lag time is discouraging. Is there a way to speed them up? I work on an iMAC.

[@debrareither4682]

Thanks for sharing Paul. I always enjoy your videos. I do not have photoshop or lightroom. Apparently the only way to share a raw photo is through them? I switched back to shooting jpeg so I could share my photos. I can see if you are making $ from your photography, then definitely a positive. But, in my case, just doing it for fun is an outlet to express myself in an artistic way, so not able to justify the expense.

[@johnyates153]

Great information! Question ,how would I create a portfolio on social media ? Do I build a website /a domain? Thank you!

[@kaurna1]

Certainly made things clear

[@scottthemagicalguy7609]

I am looking for software to make hard copy photo albums. LR looks interesting. Does this software allow the addition of title, captions, thought bibles, etc? What other pieces of software could look at before making a selection.

[@molemolethule9235]

Thank you Genius! Been waiting for this video for a while now. Learnt so much from you and please keep making editing videos more. There's no explanation that i can understand better than your!. Appreciate you man!.

[@jamesshrouds4130]

I have an iMac computer and have been using the Apple Photos app to process my images. When I insert my SD card the images automatically open up in the Photos app. I want to upgrade to Lightroom. If I do so, do I need to change any settings on my computer so the images will open in Lightroom instead of the Photos app?

[@jbello9398]

Do the images duplicate when you edit them or will it stay as the original? It’s just different from photoshop, always a bit confusing 🙁

[@AGENT-J-bt2mm]

I really, really, really hate editing. A year later and I still dread having to do it. I’m am over editor so I try to take good photos and only adjust the basics. Exp, blacks, whites, temp etc. the rest I don’t even bother.