Lightroom Classic Refresher Week 4

Lightroom Classic Refresher Week 4 - we found ourselves in the wonderful world of Collections (albums in other like software programs). What are Lightroom Collections? A Lightroom Collection is a grouping of photos. The photos can be from the same folder or from different folders all over your hard drive. When you put photos in a collection you are NOT making duplicates of the files you are putting there.

There are 3 different types of Collections:

Collections - used to group photographs together and they can be seen from all Lightroom modules

Smart Collections - you set criteria to group photos together

Collections Sets - organized collections and smart collections

Folders are used to keep photos organized. This is the Pro of the Library module and Folders - accessibility. The Con is that when you are in the Develop module working with images in a specific folder and you want to switch to another Folder, you have to return to the Library Module and click on that Folder to get the image. In other words, you have to go back and forth to find the images in folders you are working on.

Collections allows you to put those images from various folders into a collection. You can see these collections in the Develop Module (as well as all the other modules).

A Collection Set is a great organizational tool. You can put collections of like subjects into one place. Here I have created a Collections Set of a Food Portfolio I am developing.

Collections Set

You create a Collection Set by clicking on the little plus arrow next to the Header - Collections and you will get a dialog box asking you to name the Collection Set. You can then drag and drop existing Collections on top of the Collection Set and you can see them organized under the Food Portfolio Set in this example. You can add new collections under this Collection Set by right clicking on the Collection Set and creating a new collection with or without images in it.

Collections Set

Create Collection

You have a few choices when you create a collection. You can choose which Collection Set to place the new collection I am creating titled Appetizers. I can also choose to check the box “add selected photos” if I have chosen a few images and want them to be in the Appetizers collection.

I will discuss Smart Collections in the next blog post. Stay tuned.

Spooktacular 20% off of Lightroom Tutoring

THE STORY BEHIND THE AD: I created this ad to put on Facebook and Instagram for the Halloween Holiday. I followed all of the Facebook rules to have it display and link back to my website. Well, long story short I failed. So, I thought I would use my blog to see if I could get the word out about my Irresisitable Offer. The new Lightroom Classic upgrades have a lot of folks spooked. So, I decided to offer this discount on my Turtoring for a limited time. I usually make this offer on Black Friday and Tech Monday. Since all of the upgrades have hit earlier then that, it seemed to me that offering some help would be a good idea. So, I am offering an early 20% off of my tutoring hours so folks can get some help with Lightroom Classic. Importing issues, New brush masking tools, missing images or any other question you might have. Let me help you have a positive Lightroom experience. Basic, Intermediate, Advanced users? All Welcome.

Click on the button below and it will take you to www.batistamoon.com. Click on enter site and go to the Lightroom Tutoring Tab where you can purchase as many hours as you might need.

Trouble: If it didn’t work just email me and I will take your information and send you an email confirming your purchase the old fashion way, manually.

Thank you so much for your interest in our services. Barbara Moon Batista

Lightroom Classic Refresher Week 3

Staying organized from the beginning will make your Lightroom experience more enjoyable. Lightroom Classic is a reference program. Lightroom “manages” the images you import. It doesn’t matter where you keep the images (internal/external drive), they never leave the location you put them in (until you move them). Lightroom refers to them as you import and apply your edits. There is no “save as” in Lightroom. When you Export, Lightroom applies all of your edits to the image file.

Importing from your camera. This class we started by learning how to Import from the camera card.

1. Go to the Import Module and from the Source at the top left of the Import page, select the camera card and the folder your camera put the images in. It usually is identified with DCIM

You will notice that the only choice you have is Copy. This is intended to protect the files during transfer to Lightroom. There is always a very slim chance that a file will not transfer properly. If this occurs the image is still on the camera card and can be accessed again for transfer.

2. The preview window show you what is on the card. The default has every image checked but you can uncheck anything you don’t want to import…..poor focus, accidental shots, etc. You can also Import in batches of like images by only checking those ones.

3. We have selected the where the images are coming FROM by selecting the Source. This case is a camera card. Now we will make our selections on the right hand panel labeled TO:

Choose what Previews you want to use: Minimal, Embedded & Sidecar, Standard, 1:1. Smart Preview are for laptop users.

Don’t import Suspected Duplicates: If this is checked then any image already in Lightroom will be grayed out.

Save A Second Copy To: If this is checked the program will default to the Pictures (PC: Photo) area of your hard drive and save a 2nd set of images. It is recommended to have this pointed at a second external drive that backups your images imported.

File Handling: Choose the Size of your Preview: Minimal for faster loading, Embedded & Sidecar, Standard or 1:1. Smart Previews are for laptop users

Choose: Don’t Import Suspected Duplicates, if the image is already in LR it will be greyed out

Choose: Make a Second Copy To….point the software to an additional external drive to have the images imported there as well for backup

Choose: Add to Collection… you may add to an existing Collection or create a new one, efficient if you are going to create a Collection after Import

Choose: File Renaming…there is a menu of format to choose from if you want to give your chosen files a name as they are Imported. It varies from date only, subject only, File Name and names etc.

Choose: Apply during Import….you can choose to apply a preset to the images as they are imported OR add a Copyright to the metadata on Import.

Example: I have Simple Copyright listed on the example

Choose Keywords: Click on the grey box and it turns white. You can then place your cursor in the box and type keywords relating to your images being imported. I suggest generic keywords at this stage and you can add more detailed keywords after Import. The example is Soberanes Point for the file name. Generic to the location it was photographed.

Destination: Now we need to tell Lightroom where you want to put those images. I put a checkmark next to Destination. There is a small text box there. Click and place my cursor in the text box and name my folder Soberanes Point. Scroll down and I can see that My Lightroom Folder 2 is properly chosen.
I scroll down my list of destination folders on my external drive and see that the software is asking me if I want to create a folder with the name Soberanes Point and add the images that I have selected to it. So, I check and it is there. I can now click on the Import button on the bottom of the panel and my images will be copied from the camera card, any files names or keywords will be applied and they will be put in the new folder created called Soberanes Point.

ADD METHOD: There is another method for the organized individual. Essentially, you organize your images on an external or internal drive, outside of Lightroom and then ADD them. Let me explain further.

First: Wherever you put your images make sure you have a master folder called My Lightroom Photos, Photos or anything you want to name it.

Under that main folder, create folders that are named things like Travel, Sports, Vacation, etc. Subjects that are in the genres of your photographs. Then you put or drag folders of images into those categories. Example would be Ireland put into Travel or Vacation. Little League into Sports. You get the idea. This is one way of thinking about it OR

You can skip the folders titled Travel, Sports, Vacation and put or drag folders with subjects or dates under the main folder or My Lightroom Folder. Example: Here I have “added” a folder called 8x10 exhibit to My Lightroom Folder. It is highlighted in the graphic below.

When I go to the Library Module and look at my folders, there is no 8x10 Exhibit in the list. Why? Lightroom doesn't know it is there. I go to the Import page and navigate to the external drive and find the 8x10 Exhibit folder I have just dragged into my external drive. Click on the 8x10 Exhibit folder and the images inside are in the Preview window with their checkmarks already done. I choose Add in the center to tell Lightroom how I am handing these images. The right side panel is smaller now. You can choose:

Build Previews, Don Import Suspected Duplicates, Make a Second Copy To, Add to Collection, Develop Settings, Copyright and Keywords. Click on Import and Lightroom will ADD this folder to your catalog and Lightroom know where they are. See Below for the Add button and the 8x10 Exhibit showing in the Library Module

Remember: This is for those of you who can be organized outside of Lightroom and have your folders ready to go or want to take the time to organize them outside of Lightroom and then ADD them.

Important: All photographs or images in one place saves you from having to remember where they are in various places scattered on your computer, external drives, etc.

If you have read this far, thank you for the attention. I am open to questions or clarification. Week 4 will be about some of the fine points in the Library Module…Working with Folders and Collections.

Week 2 Overview Lightroom Classic Class - Library Module/Basic Importing

Week 2 began with a basic overview of what we have covered in the first week - The anatomy and architecture of the Library Module. I find that a lot of issues my students have is that they have never really explored the features of the Library Module. There were a lot of aha moments. The features of the Library Module really tell you where everything is before you begin your editing process. Staying organized from the beginning will make your Lightroom experience more enjoyable. There were a lot of aha moments as we worked our way through the various elements of the Library module. We also talked about how important it is to keep all of your images in one place, internal or external drives. How important it is to backup regularly. Getting Organized.

Our task for the evening was to review how each person uploads their files in the past. It was quite a variety of answers. I ascertained from the descriptions that there were gaps in the understanding of the architecture of how Lightroom Class is designed. The architecture of Lightroom Classic look complex but in reality it is not really once you get the hang of it.

Myth #1: People believe that their images are “in” Lightroom. Actually, Lightroom is only managing them. The software is referencing them for each move you make in the program. When you Import, Lightroom creates a small jpeg preview for your viewing pleasure.

Myth #2: The catalog has images in it. Actually, there are no images in the catalog. The catalog records and saves every thing you do to each image during the Import and Editing process.

Myth #3: The Folder and Collections are the same thing. Actually they are not. The Folders hold the images you Import. Lightroom references them during each function you perform. Collections are like albums. You can create as many collections as you want from the images held in the folders.

Myth #4: Importing is hard. Actually, once you understand the architecture of the program and where everything lives it is easier.

I had the students put a folder of their images on the computer desktop. Just 10 or so to start. We then practiced 2 ways to Import.

Method #1: Drag and drop a folder of images onto the Lightroom Classic icon in your dock - Mac. PC would be your alias. Lightroom Classic will open and go directly to the Import page with Add Selected. We then covered some of the more important details. Where your files are coming FROM, Select Copy, Move, Add, TO with decisions about File Handling, Building Previews and what can be applied during Import. We didn’t push the Import Button. This method is best used once you are organized.

The class then selected Move and it open up the menus on the right side panel in the Import window. We talked about further decisions you can make during Import or the opportunity exists to do them later. We covered File Renaming, Apply DuringImport, Copyright, and most Important…..Destination. This is the area that trips most people up. You always want to make sure that the place you asking the computer to Move or Add the images to is selected. If you are creating a New Folder it is important to know how to do that.

If you just push Import at this point the software will do what you ask….dump them into the last folder you selected OR worse…..extract dates from the metadata and create folders with dates on them. You may have seen something like this from your own experience. It takes some skill and knowledge of the program to undo this. The time it takes is the loss. This was the moment that most of the people in the class had a realization that this was where things were going wrong with their Importing process.

We discussed how to navigate to the Main Folder where their images are kept and how to create a new sub-folder and title it BEFORE clicking on Import. Basically, you need to point the software to WHERE you want the images to live. Our class time came to an end.

Week 3: We will be reviewing what we learned and start Importing from a camera card brought by each student.

Please contact me if you are interested in tutoring or learning how to correct your Importing process.

I can be reached at barbara@batistamoon.com Please subscribe to the blog if you would like to receive more information about Lightroom.

Lightroom Classic Refresher Class Week 1 - Registration is still open

Lightroom Classic Refresher Class, Week 1 began with 6 hearty souls showing up to learn. After opening statements and instructions about campus (safety stuff) we did introductions. I asked each student why there were there and what was their sticking point. It seems Importing and the Brush Masking tools are at the top of the list. No surprise to me. When I tutor Lightroom Classic privately, we spend a good deal of time on these topics.

We began with introducing the class to where their software lives on the computer and what the catalog extension looks like and where the backups to the catalog also are stored (by default). Lots of aha moments.

The next item on the agenda was a tour through the Library Modules architecture. The important thing is to have a mental picture of where each item is and what it does. I liken it to taking a journey with a map. It is ok to get lost but more importantly, how do I get to where I am going from here.

Library Module is important. It is where we get organized and look at all of our images in “Folders”, check metadata, use search features, add keywords, create “Collections”…..and Yes, jump to the Import page.

The Import page is the part of the Lightroom Classic software where you learn to Import your images….best practices is to have them all in one place. Lightroom is a non-destructive program and only manages the photos. You decide where your images are going to live so Lightroom can find them as you do your editing. The catalog stores all the data about each image so we want to take good care of it. Keep it happy and backed up. Next Week: Importing

Week 2: You can still join this class for the next week. We are going to learn the various way you can Import and how to correct and find missing photos and folders. Thank you for reading this far.

You can register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human during office hours at 831-646-6580. I am available if you have questions.

PACIFIC GROVE ADULT SCHOOL FALL REGISTRATION - Classes Start Sep 19, 2022 (Copy)

How are you doing with the upgrades Adobe has added to Lightroom in the past few months? The biggest ones have been in the Develop Module with the addition of masking tools, sky replacement etc. . It has made Lightroom Classic a much more robust program but also created a learning curve for many.

I am offering an evening Lightroom Classic Refresher course on Tuesday EVENING from 6-8:30 beginning Sep 20th at Pacific Grove Adult School. The class run through Dec 13th.

We will review the Deveop Module and the new masking tools introduced in the new version of Lightroom Classic 11. You may have upgraded to Lightroom 11.1 or 11.4 or 11.5. The assumption is that you have upgraded to the Lightroom Classic 11 at the very least for Mac Computer. If you have decided to stay with the older version of Lightroom Classic 10.4 or earlier, you can still benefit from this refresher course.

Adobe reimagined the Brush and Masking tools in the last version of Lightroom Classic (11.1) This upgrade is a real time saver. Learn to use the NEW brush and masking tools, review the best ways to manage and import your images with the Import Module and edit your images in the Develop Module. Requirement: basic knowledge of Lightroom Classic and navigating your computer.

I look forward to working with you as I am very passionate about Lightroom and want you to succeed in your photographic efforts. Join me as we explore the new features and review others.

Registration begins Sep 6th at 8AM online https://pgadulted.pgusd.org/ or call a human at 831-646-6580. Office is open from 8AM to 4PM Monday through Friday. The fee is $120 for 11 weeks of instruction. It pencils out to about $4.36 and hour for 27.5 hours of instruction. Sweet.

If you have questions you can respond to this blog post via email and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you, Barbara

PACIFIC GROVE ADULT SCHOOL FALL REGISTRATION - Classes Start Sep 19, 2022

How are you doing with the upgrades Adobe has added to Lightroom in the past few months? The biggest ones have been in the Develop Module with the addition of masking tools, sky replacement etc. . It has made Lightroom Classic a much more robust program but also created a learning curve for many.

I am offering an evening Lightroom Classic Refresher course on Tuesday EVENING from 6-8:30 beginning Sep 20th at Pacific Grove Adult School. The class run through Dec 13th.

We will review the Deveop Module and the new masking tools introduced in the new version of Lightroom Classic 11. You may have upgraded to Lightroom 11.1 or 11.4 or 11.5. The assumption is that you have upgraded to the Lightroom Classic 11 at the very least for Mac Computer. If you have decided to stay with the older version of Lightroom Classic 10.4 or earlier, you can still benefit from this refresher course.

Adobe reimagined the Brush and Masking tools in the last version of Lightroom Classic (11.1) This upgrade is a real time saver. Learn to use the NEW brush and masking tools, review the best ways to manage and import your images with the Import Module and edit your images in the Develop Module. Requirement: basic knowledge of Lightroom Classic and navigating your computer.

I look forward to working with you as I am very passionate about Lightroom and want you to succeed in your photographic efforts. Join me as we explore the new features and review others.

Registration begins Sep 6th at 8AM online https://pgadulted.pgusd.org/ or call a human at 831-646-6580. Office is open from 8AM to 4PM Monday through Friday. The fee is $120 for 11 weeks of instruction. It pencils out to about $4.36 and hour for 27.5 hours of instruction. Sweet.

If you have questions you can respond to this blog post via email and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you, Barbara

PACIFIC GROVE ADULT SCHOOL FALL REGISTRATION OPENS SEP 6TH AT 8AM

How are you doing with the upgrades Adobe has added to Lightroom in the past few months? The biggest ones have been in the Develop Module with the addition of masking tools, sky replacement etc. . It has made Lightroom Classic a much more robust program but also created a learning curve for many.

I am offering an evening Lightroom Classic Refresher course on Tuesday EVENING from 6-8:30 beginning Sep 20th at Pacific Grove Adult School. The class run through Dec 13th.

We will review the Deveop Module and the new masking tools introduced in the new version of Lightroom Classic 11. You may have upgraded to Lightroom 11.1 or 11.4 or 11.5. The assumption is that you have upgraded to the Lightroom Classic 11 at the very least for Mac Computer. If you have decided to stay with the older version of Lightroom Classic 10.4 or earlier, you can still benefit from this refresher course.

Adobe reimagined the Brush and Masking tools in the last version of Lightroom Classic (11.1) This upgrade is a real time saver. Learn to use the NEW brush and masking tools, review the best ways to manage and import your images with the Import Module and edit your images in the Develop Module. Requirement: basic knowledge of Lightroom Classic and navigating your computer.

I look forward to working with you as I am very passionate about Lightroom and want you to succeed in your photographic efforts. Join me as we explore the new features and review others.

Registration begins Sep 6th at 8AM online https://pgadulted.pgusd.org/ or call a human at 831-646-6580. Office is open from 8AM to 4PM Monday through Friday. The fee is $120 for 11 weeks of instruction. It pencils out to about $4.36 and hour for 27.5 hours of instruction. Sweet.

If you have questions you can respond to this blog post via email and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you, Barbara

Lightroom Classic Refresher Course - May/June 2022 Hybrid (Copy)

How are you doing with the upgrades Adobe has added in the past couple of months? The biggest ones have been in the Develop Module with the addition of masking tools, sky replacement etc. . It has made Lightroom Classic a much more robust program but also created a learning curve for many.

I am offering an evening Lightroom Classic Refresher course on Tuesday from 6-8:30 beginning on May 3rd. The class will be hybrid. You can bring your laptop and attend in person OR attend on Zoom.

We will start with a review of the Import process and try to trouble shoot any issues you might be having with how your library is set up. I will not be addressing catalog issues in this class unless they are very easy.

We will then review the Deveop Module and the new masking tools introduced in the new version of Lightroom Classic 11. You may have upgraded to Lightroom 11.2 or 11.3 for the bug fixes. The assumption is that you have upgraded to the Lightroom Classic 11. If you have decided to stay with the older version of Lightroom Classic 10.4 or earlier, you can still benefit from this refresher course.

The class will meet May 3, May 10, May 17, May 24, May 31, June 7, 2022 from 6-8:30. Fee for 6 classes is $299. Class size is limited to 6 either on location in the studio or on Zoom. (5 on location is max)

Please email me at barbara@batistamoon.com with your interest or questions. You can also respond through this post. I look forward to working with you as I am very passionate about Lightroom and want you to succeed in your photographic efforts. Join me as we explore the new features and review others.

Lightroom Classic Refresher Course - May/June 2022 Hybrid

How are you doing with the upgrades Adobe has added in the past couple of months? The biggest ones have been in the Develop Module with the addition of masking tools, sky replacement etc. . It has made Lightroom Classic a much more robust program but also created a learning curve for many.

I am offering an evening Lightroom Classic Refresher course on Tuesday from 6-8:30 beginning on May 3rd. The class will be hybrid. You can bring your laptop and attend in person OR attend on Zoom.

We will start with a review of the Import process and try to trouble shoot any issues you might be having with how your library is set up. I will not be addressing catalog issues in this class unless they are very easy.

We will then review the Deveop Module and the new masking tools introduced in the new version of Lightroom Classic 11. You may have upgraded to Lightroom 11.2 or 11.3 for the bug fixes. The assumption is that you have upgraded to the Lightroom Classic 11. If you have decided to stay with the older version of Lightroom Classic 10.4 or earlier, you can still benefit from this refresher course.

The class will meet May 3, May 10, May 17, May 24, May 31, June 7, 2022 from 6-8:30. Fee for 6 classes is $299. Class size is limited to 6 either on location in the studio or on Zoom. (5 on location is max)

Please email me at barbara@batistamoon.com with your interest or questions. You can also respond through this post. I look forward to working with you as I am very passionate about Lightroom and want you to succeed in your photographic efforts. Join me as we explore the new features and review others.

REGISTRATION BEGINS Dec 6 FOR WINTER CLASSES 2022 PG ADULT SCHOOL

I have 2 CLASSES IN THE WINTER QUATER AT PG ADULT SCHOOL. BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY IS AN IN PERSON, MASK REQUIRED CLASS IN THE MAC LAB ON CAMPUS AT 1025 LIGHTHOUSE IN PACIFIC GROVE. All precautions to create a safe environment have been taken. Check in required of each person entering and leaving campus. We have a mask mandate and each classroom is sanitized after each class. Mask mandate is in place and we have social distanced the computers to make sure everyone has a safe place to learn. If it becomes necessary, we will move to a Zoom format to complete the course. We will be adjusting to requirements as they occur.

Photography Walking Tour is outdoors in fresh air and masks will be required in certain situations. See details below for each class.

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4 or walk in at 1025 Lighthouse, Pacific Grove CA.

POMEGRANATE, PHOTO BY BARBARA MOON BATISTA, iPhone

Photography Walking Tour

Bring your camera or smartphone and join me at different locations for photography and a healthy stroll in nature. Learn various camera and composition techniques while we get in our steps. We will meet at 8 weeks

Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 26, Mar 5, scenic locations throughout the area. Saturday 2-4:30 PM Outdoors, Mask required in certain situations.

Fee $100

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

PHOTO BY FERNANDO BATISTA

Basic Photography

Improve your camera skills and get off Auto. Learn Aperture and Shutter Priority, Depth of Field, Focal Length, Auto Focus, Color Temperature, Composition and more. Weekly assignment, critiques and a field trip. Tuesday 6-8:00, 8 weeks

Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8, 22, Mar 1, 8 the class meets 6-8 PM

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

BLACK FIRDAY -CYBER MONDAY SALE- 20% DISCOUNT ON TUTORING HOURS

WHAT GIFT DO I NEED FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHY PERSON ON MY CHRISTMAS LIST? SOLVED!! TIME TO ASK QUESTIONS OF THE EXPERTS. TIME TO PHOTOGRAPH AND GET ONE ON ONE INSTRUCTION.

Treat yourself or family member to some Lightroom or Photoshop Tutoring, Camera Basics, Private Field Trip on the Big Sur Coast, Monterey, Moss Landing, Santa Cruz, Mission San Antonio or a place of your choice. We have added Zoom to our options for instruction. Must be vaccinated for in person instruction.

Private Lessons are great way to get your PHOTOGRAPHY Questions answered. When you book a lesson we will ask you what you would like to learn more about in photography, Lightroom or Photoshop. We can then set up a time that works for you in the field or as a private lesson in our studio or ON ZOOM. Subjects that might be of interest include Basic Camera (what are all of those buttons), Image critique, Photoshop, Lightroom, Lighting (Portrait or Still Life), Drone Basics, Architecture, Landscape etc. Bring your computer.

Out of the Area? We can give a lesson on a remote software, Zoom (it is a free download). We share a screen with you on Zoom and we can see your desktop and begin answering your questions. Really magical when you think about it. 

We are offering a 20% discount.

Contact us by email at barbara.moon@batistamoon.com for fees and any other questions you may have. Call us at 831-905-0461.

Offer Ends Nov 30, 2021

Tutoring our place $75/hour 2 hour minimum (Lightroom,Photoshop,Camera/Studio) = $60/hour

Tutoring on location $100/hour 2 hour minimum(= (Lightroom,Photoshop,Camera/Studio) = $80/hour

Tag-A-Long camera instruction locally $100/hour 2 hour minimum = $80/hour

Please feel free to ask questions about our fees or other instruction you might like. Email me at

barbara.moon@batistamoon.com

Purchase must be used 12 months from date of purchase.

BLACK FIRDAY -CYBER MONDAY SALE- 20% DISCOUNT ON PHOTOGRAPHY AND TUTORING IN LIGHTROOM AND PHOTOSHOP

WHAT GIFT DO I NEED FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHY PERSON ON MY CHRISTMAS LIST? SOLVED!! TIME TO ASK QUESTIONS OF THE EXPERTS. TIME TO PHOTOGRAPH AND GET ONE ON ONE INSTRUCTION.

Treat yourself or family member to some Lightroom or Photoshop Tutoring, Camera Basics, Private Field Trip on the Big Sur Coast, Monterey, Moss Landing, Santa Cruz, Mission San Antonio or a place of your choice. We have added Zoom to our options for instruction. Must be vaccinated for in person instruction.

Private Lessons are great way to get your PHOTOGRAPHY Questions answered. When you book a lesson we will ask you what you would like to learn more about in photography, Lightroom or Photoshop. We can then set up a time that works for you in the field or as a private lesson in our studio or ON ZOOM. Subjects that might be of interest include Basic Camera (what are all of those buttons), Image critique, Photoshop, Lightroom, Lighting (Portrait or Still Life), Drone Basics, Architecture, Landscape etc. Bring your computer.

Out of the Area? We can give a lesson on a remote software, Zoom (it is a free download). We share a screen with you on Zoom and we can see your desktop and begin answering your questions. Really magical when you think about it. 

We are offering a 20% discount.

Contact us by email at barbara.moon@batistamoon.com for fees and any other questions you may have. Call us at 831-905-0461.

Offer Ends Nov 30, 2021

Tutoring our place $75/hour 2 hour minimum (Lightroom,Photoshop,Camera/Studio) = $60/hour

Tutoring on location $100/hour 2 hour minimum(= (Lightroom,Photoshop,Camera/Studio) = $80/hour

Tag-A-Long camera instruction locally $100/hour 2 hour minimum = $80/hour

Please feel free to ask questions about our fees or other instruction you might like. Email me at

barbara.moon@batistamoon.com

Purchase must be used 12 months from date of purchase.

Musings About Teaching Photography in the Pandemic Era

Teaching in the pandemic era has put an interesting twist on methods and modalities. Classes became virtual instead of in person. Zoom became the “lens” through which we gathered together. Limitations and obstacles became the learning curve. Cameras in real time became an image on a screen with expanded definitions of basic tools. Prints in real time bacame a digital file on a screen for critique or comment. Portfolio projects seemed to slow down or go into stasis.

I gradually began to feel like a voyeur. Engagement with students on a screen resembled a weird version of the movie “Matrix”. I felt real, but like the people who appeared on my screen, I too was a virtual image of myself on a screen. A talking head. We were in a science fiction version of the world we once knew. It quickly became the normal way of seeing the world. We were part of the screen now - computer screen, smart phone screen, iPad screen, TV screen and so forth.

I began to realize slowly, over time that the tactile experience of holding and touching a camera or print was an integral part of learning photography (and many other art forms). Every effort was made to convert our class material to Zoom. The results were interesting and kept us searching for new and different ways to deliver course content through technical methods. Each class required new skills and study time. One method would dissolve into another method as new material and skills came to light.

I began to notice a change in my students over time. A general malaise settled in during the time in a zoom class. Energy levels were not the same as an in person class. Attention spans were limited. 3 hours classes were best at 2 hours; retention of new material slipped. There were some positives. Students who had difficulty traveling due to distance or medical needs were able to attend classes not available to them before the pandemic shut us down. Students who worked could now manage to attend from any location. The potential exists to expand this platform into a hybrid model that is more inclusive than just those who can travel locally. Zoom made attending a class more democratic.

Teachers who have been in a 3D model classroom with access to tools and support were quite suddenly thrown into a virtual world. We were asked to teach a digital model without any idea of how to do that. Training was not available in the beginning. It took months to begin thinking in new ways. Instead of trying to put a 3D model on a 2D screen skills had to be developed. Creativity and the ability to adapt became a necessary tool. Teachers as well as students had to adapt quickly.

The pandemic has put a spotlight on our schools, teachers, methods, modalities and content and how we learn. I love to teach. I am one of many teachers who find ourselves at a crossroads. Reflecting on how we got here. Where is this going? How do we move forward from this place we find ourselves in? Can I keep up and adapt as things constantly change in this new pandemic era. Is it right to ask a teacher to sacrifice family time with no compensation to learn these new skills? What can we bring forward into this new paradigm to enhance the learning and teaching experience? Thoughtfully yours, Barbara

REGISTRATION BEGINS SEP 7 FOR FALL CLASS 2021 PG ADULT SCHOOL (Copy)

We have a mixture of class meetings this quarter at Pacific Grove Adult School. Lightroom Class Refresher Course is an in person, mask required, class in the MacLab on campus at 1025 Lighthouse in Pacific Grove. All precautions to create a safe environment have been taken. Check in required of each person entering and leaving campus. We have a mask mandate and each classroom is sanitized after each class. Mask mandate is in place and we have social distanced the computers to make sure everyone has a safe place to learn. If it becomes necessary, we will move to a Zoom format to complete the course.

Photography in the Evening is Live on Zoom

Photography Walking Tour is outdoors in fresh air and masks will be required.

LIGHTROOM CLASSIC REFRESHER COURSE

Review of Importing in the Library Module, Editing in the Develop Module, Catalogs, Book Module, Printing

Module. Prerequisite: Basic Knowledge of Lightroom Classic. Tuesday, 6-8:30 PM. MacLab. Fee: $90

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENING

This is an opportunity to work on your photography and get feedback and input from the teacher. Weekly discussion and critique on images submitted by each student. Focus will be on student needs as well as basic photographic principles and techniques. Lightroom and Photoshop will be used for demonstration.

Thursday 6-8:30 PM Live via Zoom Fee: $90.

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

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Photography Walking Tour

Bring your camera or smartphone and join me at different locations for photography and a healthy stroll in nature. Learn various camera and composition techniques while we get in our steps. We will meet at scenic locations throughout the area. Saturday 2-4:30 PM Outdoors Fee $100

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

REGISTRATION BEGINS SEP 7 FOR FALL CLASS 2021 PG ADULT SCHOOL

LIGHTROOM CLASSIC REFRESHER COURSE

Review of Importing in the Library Module, Editing in the Develop Module, Catalogs, Book Module, Printing

Module. Prerequisite: Basic Knowledge of Lightroom Classic. Tuesday, 6-8:30 PM. MacLab. Fee: $90

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENING

This is an opportunity to work on your photography and get feedback and input from the teacher. Weekly discussion and critique on images submitted by each student. Focus will be on student needs as well as basic photographic principles and techniques. Lightroom and Photoshop will be used for demonstration.

Thursday 6-8:30 PM Live via Zoom Fee: $90.

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

Pomegranate

Photography Walking Tour

Bring your camera or smartphone and join me at different locations for photography and a healthy stroll in nature. Learn various camera and composition techniques while we get in our steps. We will meet at scenic locations throughout the area. Saturday 2-4:30 PM Outdoors Fee $100

Register online at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 831-646-6580 M-F 8-4.

Class Survey for Fall Classes at Pacific Grove Adult School

Survey:

Please let me know what you would be interested in attending. Fall Classes begin on Sep 20, 2021 and run through Dec 18, 2021. Fees for classes average $90. There may be some outside costs for a book, software or apps depending on the course. Please email me and choose your favorite by number. I also would appreciate any feedback or concerns about being in a classroom. If Zoom classes at still for you then let me know. Thank you. I appreciate your time.

1. Lightroom Classic - a 10 week course on the Import Module and Development Module. Class meets once a week on either Tuesday or Thursday evening 6:00PM to 8:30 PM in the MacLab at Pacific Grove Adult School. There may be hybrid options.

2. Photography in the Evening - 10 week course - Weekly discussion and critique on images submitted by each student. Focus will be on student needs as well as basic photographic principles and technique. Lightroom and Photoshop will be used for demonstration. Class would meet on Tuesday or Thursday evening from 6PM to 8:30 in the MacLab. Hybrid option might be available.

3. Fall Field Trips in Monterey County. Class would meet in various locations each week with a focus on camera skills. Locations in Monterey County. Examples: Pacific Grove Victorians, Monterey Adobes, Memory Gardens, Moss Landing, Point Lobos, Big Sur, San Juan Bautista. Time and day of week TBD. Each field trip will have a followup Zoom class to critique images.

4. iPhoneograpy Ideas and Experiments - 10 week course - Brush up on your iPhone camera skills. Explore some of the apps available to the iPhone photographer and have some constructive critique, Q&A sessions. Optional field trips on meeting dates TBD. This class would meet for 2 hours weekly on Monday afternoon 1-3 PM. Options for hybrid may be available.

5. Photoshop for Lightroom Users: 10 week course - Learn to jump from Lightroom to Photoshop to learn essential techniques and edits you can’t do in Lightroom. You must have basic Lightroom skills. This class would meet wither Tuesday or Thursday evening 6-8:30 PM. Hybrid options might be available.

ADDITIONAL STUDENTS NEEDED FOR PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENING - PACIFIC GROVE ADULT SCHOOL

WE NEED AT LEAST 1 MORE PERSON TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS SO IT IS NOT CANCELLED.

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENING We held our first class on June 24th AT 6PM with 5 students and we had a very robust discussion. Students were able to share their screen and present an image they wanted input on. Everyone in the class had a chance to make suggestions or comments. We edited with each suggestion and all agreed it was very helpful to see the process in real time. Join us for our next class on July 1st at 6PM. Registration details below. Thank you.

Pacific Grove Adult School offering of online and in person classes. I will list the classes I am teaching and you can find others by logging onto https://pgadulted.pgusd.org. Help a teacher and enroll in many of the online courses for the SUMMER. Call a human at 831-646-6580. Hope to see you there. REGISTRATION BEGINS ON JUNE 7 2021.

June 21 through Sep 13, 2021

No classes held July 5; Aug 2-7; Sep 6

Registration begins June 7, 2021

831-646-6580

Office hours: M, W, Th, Fri 8AM-4 PM

Tuesday 8AM-7PM

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENING: ADDITIONAL STUDENTS NEED FOR THIS CLASS TO GO.

A weekly 2 hour meetup on Zoom to discuss your photography Lightroom issues, ask questions, share ideas, fixes and edits. This is a rare opportunity to work on your photography and get feedback from the teacher and fellow students. Focus will also be on student needs as well as basic photographic principles and techniques. Disclaimer: This is not a class to fix your computer. Starts Thursday JUNE 24, 6-8PM The fee is $90 10 Weeks Register at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 646-6580. Livestream on Zoom. REGISTRATION BEGINS ON June 7, 2021.

ADDITIONAL STUDENTS NEEDED FOR PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENIN - PACIFIC GROVE ADULT SCHOOL

Pacific Grove Adult School offering of online and in person classes. I will list the classes I am teaching and you can find others by logging onto https://pgadulted.pgusd.org. Help a teacher and enroll in many of the online courses for the SUMMER. Call a human at 831-646-6580. Hope to see you there. REGISTRATION BEGINS ON JUNE 7 2021.

June 21 through Sep 13, 2021

No classes held July 5; Aug 2-7; Sep 6

Registration begins June 7, 2021

831-646-6580

Office hours: M, W, Th, Fri 8AM-4 PM

Tuesday 8AM-7PM

PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENING: ADDITIONAL STUDENTS NEED FOR THIS CLASS TO GO.

A weekly 2 hour meetup on Zoom to discuss your photography Lightroom issues, ask questions, share ideas, fixes and edits. This is a rare opportunity to work on your photography and get feedback from the teacher and fellow students. Focus will also be on student needs as well as basic photographic principles and techniques. Disclaimer: This is not a class to fix your computer. Starts Thursday JUNE 24, 6-8PM The fee is $90 10 Weeks Register at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 646-6580. Livestream on Zoom. REGISTRATION BEGINS ON June 7, 2021.

SUMMER CLASSES 2021 - PACIFIC GROVE ADULT SCHOOL REGISTRATION OPEN JUNE 7 2021

Pacific Grove Adult School offering of online and in person classes. I will list the classes I am teaching and you can find others by logging onto https://pgadulted.pgusd.org. Help a teacher and enroll in many of the online courses for the SUMMER. Call a human at 831-646-6580. Hope to see you there. REGISTRATION BEGINS ON JUNE 7 2021.

June 21 through Sep 13, 2021

No classes held July 5; Aug 2-7; Sep 6

Registration begins June 7, 2021

831-646-6580

Office hours: M, W, Th, Fri 8AM-4 PM

Tuesday 8AM-7PM

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PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE EVENING: A weekly 2 hour meetup on Zoom to discuss your photography Lightroom issues, ask questions, share ideas, fixes and edits. This is a rare opportunity to work on your photography and get feedback from the teacher and fellow students. Focus will also be on student needs as well as basic photographic principles and techniques. Disclaimer: This is not a class to fix your computer. Starts Thursday JUNE 24, 6-8PM The fee is $90 10 Weeks Register at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 646-6580. Livestream on Zoom. REGISTRATION BEGINS ON June 7, 2021.

IPHONEOGRAPHY IDEAS AND EXPERIMENTS: Brush up on your iPhone camera skills in this Zoom class. We will explore some of the favorite apps available to iPhone photographers and have some constructive critique/Q&A sessions.This class will meet once a week to share ideas, experiments, review apps and strengthen cretivity. Students will cover the cost of any apps. We may be able to meet outdoors pending students survey for a couple of the classes. Starts Monday. June 21, 61-3 PM 10 Weeks. Fee is $125. Limit 8 students. Register at https://pgadulted.pgusd.org or call a human at 646-6580. Livestream on Zoom. REGISTRATION BEGINS ON June 7, 2021.