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Photoshop & Lightroom Learning Paths

Step-by-step courses in Photoshop and Lightroom, taught by Aaron Nace. Each path takes a handful of PRO tutorials and puts them in the order the skills build, so you always know what to watch next. Follow along on the included sample files, one step at a time, until you can make the work yourself.

Software

Learn the programs first. Start with Getting Started, then Photoshop, Lightroom and the new AI tools, plus the everyday editing workflow and the core Photoshop skills.

6 paths · 36 tutorials · 117+ hours

Getting Started in Photoshop & LightroomStart hereGetting Started Learning Path7 tutorials · 29+ hours · BeginnerLightroom Learning PathLightroom Learning Path7 tutorials · 13+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedPhotoshop Learning PathPhotoshop Learning Path7 tutorials · 31+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedAI Tools Learning PathAI Tools Learning Path7 tutorials · 14+ hours · All LevelsTools and Techniques Learning PathTools & Techniques Learning Path8 tutorials · 29+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedPhoto Editing Essentials Learning PathNewPhoto Editing Essentials Learning Path7 tutorials · 25+ hours · Beginner to Intermediate

Photography and editing

Take better photos of people and places, then finish them: skin and beauty retouching, fashion, landscapes and removing anything that does not belong.

6 paths · 38 tutorials · 142+ hours

Photography Learning PathPhotography Learning Path7 tutorials · 37+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedPortraits Learning PathPortraits Learning Path6 tutorials · 13+ hours · Intermediate to AdvancedBeauty and Fashion Retouching Learning PathNewBeauty & Fashion Retouching Learning Path7 tutorials · 36+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedLandscape and Travel Editing Learning PathLandscape & Travel Learning Path7 tutorials · 21+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedRetouching Learning PathRetouching Learning Path8 tutorials · 28+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedObject Removal and Cleanup Learning PathNewObject Removal & Cleanup Learning Path7 tutorials · 19+ hours · Beginner to Advanced

Compositing and products

Cut out subjects, swap backgrounds and build scenes that never existed, from everyday composites to fantasy worlds, plus clean product images that sell.

6 paths · 37 tutorials · 128+ hours

Products Learning PathProducts Learning Path6 tutorials · 29+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedCutouts and Backgrounds Learning PathCutouts & Backgrounds Learning Path8 tutorials · 19+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedMagical Compositing Learning PathMagical Compositing Learning Path7 tutorials · 27+ hours · Intermediate to AdvancedFantasy Composites Learning PathNewFantasy Composites Learning Path7 tutorials · 20+ hours · Intermediate to AdvancedEveryday Compositing Learning PathEveryday Compositing Learning Path7 tutorials · 17+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedCompositing Projects Learning PathNewCompositing Projects Learning Path7 tutorials · 28+ hours · Beginner to Advanced

Color, style and effects

Color grade your photos, create signature looks and special effects, turn photos into artwork, and design with type and graphics.

6 paths · 38 tutorials · 98+ hours

Coloring Learning PathColoring Learning Path7 tutorials · 19+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedCreative Looks Learning PathCreative Looks Learning Path8 tutorials · 14+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedVisual Effects Composites Learning PathNewVisual Effects Composites Learning Path7 tutorials · 17+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedArtistic Effects Learning PathNewArtistic Effects Learning Path6 tutorials · 17+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedSpecial Effects Learning PathSpecial Effects Learning Path7 tutorials · 17+ hours · Beginner to AdvancedGraphics and Text Learning PathGraphics & Text Learning Path7 tutorials · 20+ hours · Beginner to Advanced

Free to start

Not a PRO member yet?

Start with a free series: one short lesson a day, free to watch, with the sample files when you sign up for a free account. Or browse all free tutorials.

70 free lessons

30 Days of Photoshop free series30 Days of Photoshop30 lessons · Free30 Days of Lightroom free series30 Days of Lightroom30 lessons · Free10 Days of AI free series10 Days of AI in Photoshop and Lightroom10 lessons · Free

Start here

Not sure where to start?

New to photo editingGetting Started in Photoshop & LightroomLearn the basics of Photoshop and Lightroom from the very first click.You shoot and edit in LightroomLightroom Learning PathOrganize, edit and finish your photos in Lightroom Classic, start to end.You know the basicsPhotoshop Learning PathGo from the core tools to a professional workflow, then pick a subject.

Questions

Learning Paths FAQ

What is a Learning Path?

A Learning Path is a set of PHLEARN PRO tutorials put in the order the skills build. You watch them one after another, follow along on the sample files, and finish able to do the work yourself.

Which Learning Path should I start with?

If you are new to editing, start with Getting Started. If you shoot photos and edit mostly in Lightroom, start with the Lightroom path. If you already know the basics, take the Photoshop path, then pick a subject like Retouching or Compositing.

What order should I learn Photoshop in?

Start with the interface, layers and masks, then selections, non-destructive editing, retouching and color, and finish with compositing and effects. The Photoshop Learning Path follows that order, one tutorial at a time.

How long does a Learning Path take?

Most paths have 6 to 8 tutorials and between 13 and 37 hours of video. Every step shows its length, so you can watch one lesson a day or a whole tutorial over a weekend.

Do I need PHLEARN PRO?

The 24 Learning Paths are part of PHLEARN PRO. To start free, watch 30 Days of Photoshop, 30 Days of Lightroom or 10 Days of AI in Photoshop and Lightroom.

Are the sample files included?

Yes. Every PRO tutorial in a path comes with its sample files, so you can practice on the same images you see in the lesson.

Every Learning Path is included with PHLEARN PRO, with the sample files for every lesson.