Adobe Lightroom Essentials Pt. 1: Editing & Color Basics

Start your Lightroom journey with Daniel Scott, Adobe Certified Instructor and award-winning creative professional. This beginner-friendly course is designed for anyone who wants to transform dull or flat photos into vibrant, professional-quality images—no prior editing experience required. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to adjust exposure, fix white balance, and apply beautiful color corrections using Adobe Lightroom CC. You’ll develop confidence working with a range of photography types—from portraits and weddings to landscapes, wildlife, product, and event photography. Daniel walks you through every step using a practical, project-based approach. You’ll work alongside him to build your photo editing foundation, and by the end of the course, you’ll know how to: * Correct exposure, contrast, and temperature * Crop and straighten photos like a pro * Apply color grading to make your images pop This is the perfect place to begin if you’ve never used Lightroom or struggled to get started. Join Daniel Scott and learn the essential skills to elevate your photos from good to great. Daniel Walter Scott is a digital designer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and founder of Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL). With over 14 years of teaching experience, he has helped thousands of learners worldwide master design and creative software across print, web, video, and now 3D. Daniel is an Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Instructor who combines industry expertise with a teaching style that’s practical, engaging, and memorable. Originally from New Zealand, Daniel has lived and taught across Australia, Ireland, and beyond—sharing his skills with a truly global creative community. He’s passionate about helping students build real-world skills they can carry into their careers and creative projects. When he’s not teaching, Daniel enjoys life with his Irish wife and kids. He brings this personal, down-to-earth perspective into his courses, making complex tools feel approachable and fun to learn.