When Adobe unveiled the new masking tools in Lightroom and Camera Raw, it felt like a standing ovation moment. With the latest updates, those tools have grown even smarter, faster, and more capable, transforming how we make local adjustments. Powerful? YES! – Intuitive? Not always. That’s where this workshop comes in. While together, we will break down Lightroom’s masking tools and turn them into a clear, repeatable workflow. We’ll start with the essentials: brushes, linear and radial gradients, luminance and color range masks, plus the AI-powered Subject, Sky, and Background selections. From there, we’ll explore how to combine and intersect masks for precise, creative control. We’ll wrap up with the newest People Masking tools, unlocking a whole new level of portrait refinement. **This class is taught by Randy Collier and will be held on Saturday, February 7th from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM at Ruth Vine Tyler Library at 8041S Wood Street in Midvale. The cost for the class is $49. Class size is limited; there will be a waitlist option. We are also offering a beginning Lightroom workshop on March 14th. More information can be found here. BIO: Randy Collier is a fine art photographer and respected commercial and portrait photographer who calls the Wasatch Mountains and the farmlands of Idaho home. An award-winning artist, he holds both Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degrees from Professional Photographers of America. With more than 45 years as a full-time professional, Randy brings deep expertise in lighting, composition, and the technical craft of photography. His diverse portfolio spans Southern Utah’s red rock canyons, glowing coastal sunsets, mountain waterfalls, quiet European villages, street photography, large-scale commercial and industrial work, and finely crafted portraiture. Widely regarded as an expert in his field, Randy is also a passionate mentor and educator. He is well known for teaching photography and post-production with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, guiding students of all ages and experience levels, from curious beginners to seasoned professionals. Questions? Contact Lisa at workshops@wasatchcameraclub.com .
Unmask and Master Lightroom’s Powerful, Precise Masking Tools
