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Learning Paths
A Learning Path is a set of courses arranged in the order skills actually build: start at lesson one, follow along on the included sample files, and finish with work you would be proud to show a client. Thirteen paths cover everything from opening Photoshop for the first time to advanced compositing, retouching, and AI.
Learning Paths are part of PHLEARN PRO — one membership unlocks all 13, streamed in 4K and taught by Aaron Nace. Brand new? The four 30-day series are 100% free, no account required.
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PRO Learning Paths
All 13 paths below are included with PHLEARN PRO, stream in 4K, and come with the sample images, PSDs, and RAW files used in each lesson. Not a member yet? See plans — or jump to the free Learning Paths further down this page.
Core Skills
Start-to-finish routes through the software itself.
Photoshop Learning Path
From first launch to advanced color, lighting, and AI work — the complete route through Photoshop.
Lightroom Learning Path
Import, organize, edit, and export like a working photographer, in Classic and Mobile.
Photography & Photo Editing
Exposure, lighting, and composition in camera, then the edit that finishes the shot.
PS Tools & Techniques
Every tool in Photoshop, mastered one at a time — the reference path you keep coming back to.
Retouching & People
For portrait, beauty, and commercial work.
Retouching Learning Path
Skin, hair, eyes, dodge and burn, and frequency separation done tastefully.
Portraits Learning Path
Everything portrait: studio cleanup, natural retouching, and polished final color.
Products Learning Path
Shoot and retouch product photography clean enough to sell — catalogs, bottles, and e-commerce.
Creative & Style
Compositing, color, effects, and design.
Everyday Compositing
Cut out subjects cleanly, match light and color, and blend images so no one can tell.
Magical Compositing
Build impossible worlds — the epic, surreal composites PHLEARN is known for.
Coloring Learning Path
Color grading from fundamentals to a signature look: film, cinematic, bright and airy.
Special Effects
Light effects, textures, weather, and the tricks that sell an impossible image.
Graphics & Text
Logos, text effects, and realistic mockups — Photoshop for design work.
Artificial Intelligence
Generative Fill, Harmonize, and every AI tool worth your time, used with control.
Where Should You Start?
Brand New · 100% Free
I’m starting from zero
Start with 30 Days of Photoshop, or 30 Days of Lightroom if you’re editing photos — both are free.
Know the Basics · PRO
I want one path that covers everything
The Photoshop and Lightroom Learning Paths cover setup through finishing — both included with PRO.
Comfortable · PRO
I want to master one subject
Go deep on Retouching, Compositing, or AI — 13 specialty paths, each a PRO membership benefit.
Free Learning Paths
No PRO membership, no credit card, no account required — these 3 series stream free from Day 1, one short lesson a day. Create a free account and you’ll also unlock the sample images used in each lesson, plus favorites and Continue Watching. Want the full PHLEARN library? See all 13 PRO Learning Paths above, or explore PRO plans.
30 Days of Photoshop FREE
Join us for 30 tutorials that cover some of the most important tools and techniques in Photoshop 2025! Master everything from foundational skills like layers and selections to advanced techniques in compositing, retouching, and AI. One short lesson a day, every lesson free — and by Day 30 you will have built a full composite of your own.
Day 1: Meet the Interface
New to Photoshop? Day 1 gives you a complete tour of the interface — tools, panels, and workspace — so you’re ready to dive into the rest of the series.
30 Days of Lightroom FREE
Join us for 30 tutorials that cover everything you need to know in Lightroom Classic and Lightroom! Master everything from importing and organizing to color grading, retouching, and exporting for clients. One short lesson a day, every lesson free — and by Day 30 you will have a complete editing workflow of your own.
Day 1: Set Up Your Catalog
Day 1 starts at the very beginning: create your Lightroom Classic catalog and import your first photos, so you’re set up to follow along all month.
10 Days of AI FREE
Join us for 10 tutorials on the newest AI tools in Photoshop and Lightroom! Master Generative Fill, Generative Expand, Harmonize, and more — and learn exactly when, and when not, to reach for them in a real edit. One short lesson a day, every lesson free.
Day 1: Generative Fill Basics
Day 1 breaks down how Generative Fill selections work in Photoshop — the foundation for everything you’ll build on in the days that follow.
Free vs. PHLEARN PRO
Everything on PHLEARN is one of two things: free tutorials anyone can watch, or PRO courses included with a membership. Here’s exactly what each one gets you.
Free Tutorials & Series
Hundreds of free tutorials anyone can watch — no credit card, no trial, nothing to cancel. That includes four complete series designed to be followed one lesson a day.
- 30 Days of Photoshop, 30 Days of Lightroom & 10 Days of AI — every lesson free
- Watch instantly — no account needed to stream
- A free account unlocks the sample asset downloads on every free tutorial, so you can follow along on the same files
- Free accounts also get favorites and Continue Watching, so you always pick up where you left off
Look for the teal FREE badge anywhere on PHLEARN.
PHLEARN PRO Membership
Every Learning Path below is built from PRO courses. One membership unlocks all of them — plus every other course and lesson on the site.
- All 13 Learning Paths and 200+ courses, streamed in 4K
- Sample images, PSDs, actions & brushes included with every course
- New courses added regularly — cancel anytime
Plans from $8.33/month billed annually.
Go Further with PHLEARN PRO.
Unlock Full Sample Files, PSDs, and Hundreds of Masterclasses!
Plans from $8.33/month billed annually, or $12.99 monthly — cancel anytime.
Download full project assets, original PSDs, and RAW images for every lesson
Unlimited access to our complete library of PRO Photoshop & Lightroom courses
Instant 4K Ultra HD streaming on all devices, anytime, anywhere
Full access to our entire library of Photoshop Actions, Presets, and LUTs
Flexible monthly and annual membership plans
Cancel anytime with zero hassle or commitments