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New to Photo Management and Lightroom Classic?

Whether you're just starting out or need guidance with organizing workflows, setting up client systems, or learning the ins and outs of Lightroom Classic, we’re here to help. Book a personalized coaching session to build your confidence, streamline your process, and take your photo management skills to the next level.

How can we help?

These sessions are personalized to you. My goal is to help you get unstuck by answering your specific questions and addressing the real-world challenges you're facing in your workflow. Whether it’s organizing a client’s photo library, fixing catalog issues, or understanding how to use key features in Lightroom Classic, we’ll work through it together—step by step.

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Not sure where to begin? Use this list of essential Lightroom Classic skills to pinpoint the areas where you’d like guidance or support.

🔹 Getting Started with Lightroom Classic

  • Installing and setting up Lightroom Classic

  • Understanding the Lightroom Classic interface

  • Catalogs: what they are and how they work

  • Backing up your catalog and images properly

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🔹 Importing & Organizing Photos

  • Importing photos from various sources (drives, cards, devices)

  • Folder structure strategies for photo managers

  • Using keywords, star ratings, and color labels

  • Creating and using collections and smart collections

  • Adding metadata (copyright, client info, etc.)

  • Renaming files during or after import

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🔹 Basic Photo Editing

  • Understanding the Develop module

  • Cropping and straightening images

  • Adjusting exposure, contrast, white balance, and color

  • Using presets effectively

  • Spot removal and red-eye correction

🔹 Batch Processing & Workflow Efficiency

  • Syncing edits across multiple images

  • Using Auto Sync and Copy/Paste settings

  • Creating and applying import presets

  • Creating export presets

  • Using virtual copies

🔹 Exporting & Sharing Photos

  • Exporting photos for print, web, or client use

  • Understanding file formats, sizes, and resolutions

  • Exporting to folders and renaming on export

  • Creating contact sheets or PDF galleries

🔹 Lightroom Classic for Professional Photo Managers

  • Setting up catalogs for multiple clients

  • Workflow tips for handling large volumes

  • Archiving photos safely

  • Integrating Lightroom with other tools (e.g., iCloud, SmugMug, external drives, cloud backups)

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