Photo Editing & Post Processing

Course Description

This hands-on editing workshop is designed for anyone who want to master the art of post-processing and take their images to the next level. Whether you’re just starting with editing or looking to refine your workflow, this workshop will guide you through essential editing tools and techniques using Adobe Camera Raw, Lightroom, or Capture One Pro. Learn how to bring out the full potential of your photos through professional colour grading, tonal adjustments, and creative enhancement.

Objectives

• Understand the fundamentals of digital photo editing and non-destructive workflows.
• Learn how to correct exposure, colour, and white balance for natural-looking results.
• Master advanced tools in Lightroom, Camera Raw, and Capture One Pro.
• Develop a consistent editing style and professional finish.
• Build a streamlined workflow from import to export.

Modules

Introduction to Photo Editing

• What is RAW editing and why it’s essential for photographers.
• Understanding the difference between JPEG and RAW workflows.
• Overview of the software you use – Camera Raw or Lightroom Classic.
• Setting up your editing environment for efficiency and accuracy.

Editing Fundamentals

• Exposure correction: highlights, shadows, whites, and blacks.
• Colour correction: white balance, tint, vibrance, and saturation.
• Contrast, clarity, texture, and dehaze explained.
• Cropping, straightening, and composition correction tools.

Developing a Signature Style

• How to build your own editing style and maintain consistency.
• Working with presets and creating your own custom presets.
• Colour grading techniques for mood and storytelling.
• Split toning and using tone curves effectively.

Working with Lightroom & Camera Raw

• Lightroom workflow: from import to export.
• Local adjustments: brushes, gradients, radial filters.
• Syncing edits across multiple photos for efficiency.
• Camera Raw as a Photoshop plugin: how to use it powerfully.

File Management & Output

• Organising your image library and keywording basics.
• Export settings for web, print, and social media.
• File naming, metadata, and archiving best practices.
• Colour profiles and understanding sRGB vs Adobe RGB.

Workshop / Course Format

• One-on-one sessions tailored to your current editing level and goals.
• Practice edits and feedback using your own RAW images.
• Bonus: before-and-after critiques to assess your growth.

Who Should Sign Up

• Beginner or intermediate photographers ready to learn how to edit like a pro.
• Shooters who are confident behind the camera but feel their photos fall flat in post.
• Anyone wanting to speed up their editing workflow or establish a more polished style.

Prerequisites

• A basic understanding of how to operate your camera.
• Familiarity with importing photos and basic computer use.
• A laptop/desktop with one or more of the following:
• Adobe Lightroom Classic, Adobe Camera Raw (within Photoshop)

Prerequisites

• A computer with up-to-date editing software installed (free trials are welcome).
• At least 5-10 RAW image files of your own to work on during the course.
• A notebook or digital notes app to track your workflow and progress.
• Optional: Wacom tablet or similar for precision editing (recommended for advanced users).

Pricing

Per Hour Training Available:

• 1 Hour: R2,500
• 2 Hours: R4,500 (10% off)
• 3-5 Hours: R6,500 (18% off)
• 6-10 Hours: R10,000 (25% off)

Meet your instructor – Anton Guyt

Hi, I’m Anton Guyt, a professional photographer with years of experience in various photography genres. My passion is helping others develop their skills and give them confidence with hands-on eidting training. I love helping and teaching others what I have learnt over the years of being a photographer.