Which series is right for me, The Fundamentals & Beyond or Producing Great Output?
Generally speaking: Begin with The Fundamentals & Beyond, and then proceed to Producing Great Output.
In The Fundamentals & Beyond I teach what I consider to be the core of Lightroom – the Library and Develop modules (plus the Map module.) You’ll learn how to import, organize and manage, and edit your photos, and how to share them by exporting copies, emailing from Lightroom, and using Publish Services to upload to social media and photo sharing sites. If you are a beginner, you should start with The Fundamentals & Beyond. If you are an experienced user who wants to fill in gaps in your knowledge or learn to work more efficiently, you can also benefit greatly from The Fundamentals & Beyond.
Producing Great Output is a companion series that assumes some foundation in the fundamentals of importing, organizing and editing. It specifically covers how to use Lightroom’s output modules (Book, Slideshow, Web, Print) and important output concepts.
Do you provide free updates when Adobe releases a new version of Lightroom?
During the Lightroom 4 product cycle, free updates were offered for any new features or changes introduced. This product cycle has ended, so free updates are no longer available.
I like to learn on my own and there is a lot of free content on the web – why would I need your video series?
No question there is a lot of content out there – and some of it is quite good! However, some of it is not of the highest quality, and moreover, it is difficult to construct comprehensive education for yourself from piecemeal free content. I am often surprised at how many cool things or critical skills in Lightroom even users with many years of experience don’t know about. I provide comprehensive, consistently high quality education that builds your skills as you go along.
I have seen many short videos on the web as well as in-person “crash courses” that show off cool Lightroom tools or techniques that leave folks excited to try them, but don’t go into sufficient detail to actually enable you to use the tools successfully, or to understand how to get unstuck when you invariably get stuck. I have taught Lightroom in-person for many years, so I understand where users get stuck and what things are difficult to grasp, and I guide you through these.
If I purchase the DVDs, do I need to download anything?
No. Your DVD purchase does entitle you to a free download of the series so that you can get started right away if you choose. However, it is an exact copy of what is on the DVD, so there is no need to download it if you prefer not to.
Do I need an internet connection to watch the videos?
No – after you receive the videos (by download or on DVD), you will not need to be on the internet to watch them.
Can I put the videos on multiple computers and mobile devices?
Your purchase entitles you to copy the videos onto all of your own computers and/or mobile devices, exclusively for your own personal use. For detailed terms and conditions, contact us.
How can I put the videos on my iPad or other mobile device?
Once the videos are on your computer (or once you receive the DVD), you can use iTunes to “sync” them from your computer over to your iPad or iPhone. You’ll then use the Videos app (or TV app with newer devices) to play the videos, and the iBooks app to read the PDFs.
For other mobile devices: check with your device manufacturer for instructions on how to transfer and view MP4 video files and PDFs.
How will I play the videos – is software included?
You will double-click on each video to play it with your computer’s default media player. Free media players include QuickTime, Windows Media Player, and iTunes.
Can I play the videos on my TV?
Most television DVD players will not play MP4 videos directly. Alternatives include using Apple TV, or connecting your iPad or laptop to your TV.
Can I resell this product or give it away?
Due to the nature of this product, the included license agreement explicitly prohibits resale or redistribution. The only exception is that you may give a newly purchased unopened DVD or a newly purchased download as a gift, without downloading or retaining any files for yourself. Please support Laura’s small business by complying with these terms. For detailed terms and conditions, contact Laura.
What if I’m not satisfied with your product?
If you’re not fully satisfied with my video tutorials, contact us within 60 days of purchase for a full refund.