Pro Photo Editing... In A WEB BROWSER?! [Lightroom Tutorial]

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of editing landscape photos using Adobe Lightroom directly in your web browser. With robust editing tools available online, you can access your entire photo library and make significant edits without needing a powerful desktop application. This flexibility is particularly useful for users with less powerful hardware or those who want to edit photos on the go.

Chapter 1: How to Access Lightroom Web

To begin editing in Lightroom Web, follow these steps:

1. Open a Web Browser: Use Google Chrome or any other web browser.
2. Visit Lightroom Web:
   • Option 1: Type lightroom.adobe.com in the address bar and log in using your Adobe ID.
   • Option 2: If you have Lightroom Desktop open, click on the cloud icon, and select the link for Lightroom Web.

Chapter 2: Editing a Landscape Photo Using Lightroom Web

Once you're in Lightroom Web, you can start editing your photo. Here’s a step-by-step approach:

1. Select Your Photo: Navigate to the photo you wish to edit.
2. Access the Edit Panel: Click on the edit panel in the web interface.

Step-by-Step Editing Process

• Apply Lens Correction:

  • This should be one of the first steps. Look for the lens correction options and enable them.

• Adjust White Balance:

  • If working with a RAW file, click on a neutral gray area in your image to set a custom white balance.

• Adjust Tone:

  • Open the shadows and black point slightly to create an even exposure.

• Creative Looks:

  • Go to the profile browser and select a profile pack you’ve imported (e.g., Waterfall Wonders) to apply a desired look. Adjust the strength slider as needed.

• Apply an S Curve:

  • Access the point curve and apply an S curve to enhance contrast.

• Enhance Color:

  • Use the point color tool to target specific colors:
    • Click the dropper to select a color in your photo.
    • Enable visualize range to see the effect of your selection.
    • Adjust saturation and brightness for that color.

• Color Grading:

  • Apply a cooler tone to shadow areas to improve the overall aesthetic.

• Remove Distractions:

  • Use the healing tool with Content-Aware Remove (currently in early access) to eliminate unwanted elements:
    • Select areas to remove and use the refresh button if necessary for better results.

• Finalize with Presence Adjustments:

  • Go to the effects panel:
    • Add clarity and dehaze to enhance features.
    • Use lens blur to achieve a specific focal effect on the foreground.

• Masking Tools:

  • Use radial gradients to increase clarity and exposure in specific areas of the photo, such as flowing water.

• Detail Adjustments:

  • Apply sharpening as desired, keeping an eye on the overall image quality.

Conclusion

Editing landscape photos in Lightroom Web is a powerful and flexible way to enhance your images without the need for a heavy desktop application. By following these steps, you'll be able to effectively utilize Lightroom's tools to achieve professional results. For deeper insights into landscape editing, consider exploring the full course offerings available or additional video tutorials on the topic. Enjoy your editing journey!