From Raw Capture to Fine-Art Print:
Professional Lightroom Training for Landscape Photography

Master Lightroom Classic with a Proven 13-Module Program, Made Specifically for Landscape Photographers.

And with unlimited personal mentorship, you won’t be stuck figuring it out alone. Finally build a processing workflow that lets you bring your vision to life – exactly as you saw it in the field.

Why Great Photographs Often Fall Flat in Lightroom

Most photographers reach a point where their Lightroom edits no longer reflect what they saw (or felt) in the field. And it’s not from a lack of creativity or technical ability, but rather it’s the absence of a clear structure.

Without a consistent framework to guide each step, even seasoned photographers can start second-guessing their editing techniques…drifting into an endless cycle of trial and error.

Lightroom for Landscapes solves this by showing you a structured yet flexible workflow that blends technical precision with creative expression. You’ll learn how to shape light, color, and composition intentionally, so you can start building photographs with purpose – images that are technically sound while also remaining aligned with your personal vision.

The result is a workflow that’s confident, consistent, and expressive – transforming Lightroom from a technical chore into a natural extension of your creative process.

“What is Lightroom for Landscapes?”

Lightroom for Landscapes is a self-paced online training program (13 in-depth courses, 40+ hours of video) exclusively for landscape photography, complete with one-on-one mentorship and lifetime access/updates.

It’s like an intensive workshop you can jump in and out of at anytime, at your own pace – designed to take you from second-guessing every adjustment to producing consistent, professional-quality images you’re proud to share.

You Can’t Build a Workflow from Random Tutorials

Many photographers reach a plateau in Lightroom – not because they lack creativity or technical skill, but because their disjointed collection of tips and presets can’t replace a structured, professional workflow.

This program has helped over 12,000 photographers replace guesswork with intention, where edit has a distinct role to play in the creation of their final image.

The result?

A clear, creative framework that gives you fine-art photographs that are more expressive, more professional, and more creatively fulfilling than they’ve ever been.

“I’ve never come across anyone who makes Lightroom feel this approachable. Chris has a gift for breaking down complex tools in a way that actually clicks – and having direct, personal support whenever I need it? That alone sets this program miles apart from anything else out there.”
– John Edmunds

Meet Your Instructor

I’m Christopher O’Donnell, landscape photographer and instructor based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Over the past 13+ years of teaching Lightroom, I’ve seen how easy it is for photographers to get sidetracked by:

  • Shortcuts that leave you with more questions than answers,
  • Shiny presets that never deliver on their grand promises,
  • And well-meaning advice that leads you far off course without even realizing it.

That’s why I created Lightroom for Landscapes—a program that’s helped over 12,000 photographers build a workflow that combines technical expertise with creative expression.

Drawing from over 20 years of photographing in the field and digital darkroom experience, along with 15 years of teaching photographers in both classrooms and one-on-one settings, I’ve distilled everything I’ve learned into a step-by-step system that gives you:

  • A clear creative vision for every image,
  • The technical understanding to express that vision in Lightroom,
  • And a workflow that feels natural, repeatable, and truly your own.

It’s simple. And it works.

Take it From Wayne Here

When he joined Lightroom for Landscapes, not only did he feel unsure about the tools… he had no idea how Lightroom even worked.

However, as he progressed through the program, he turned that uncertainty into confidence – and finally started creating the masterful landscapes he’d always envisioned.

“Chris’s knowledge of Lightroom is off the charts…

Wayne Gillepsie

– and his ability to explain it to newbies like me is equally invaluable.

He is so dedicated to his craft and his sharing of this knowledge with the members just shows how passionate he is to teach the world how to master the very intimidating world of Lightroom.

My photography has improved immensely by viewing and using the techniques that are taught. There were many times that I really wanted to throw a brick through my monitor. That is no longer the case. When I get stuck now I will just send a jingle to Chris and he will get right back with a detailed explanation of what I am missing.”

Introducing…

A comprehensive, proven Lightroom Classic training program built specifically for landscape photographers.

Lightroom for Landscapes is a complete 13-module program that teaches you how to process your images with clarity, purpose, and creative control. Every lesson builds on the last to form a cohesive workflow—from import to print—so your processing feel intentional, consistent, and true to your vision.

With 13 in-depth modules, you will learn how to:

  • Build an intentional workflow—without wasting time jumping between tools.
  • Understand what every slider does under the hood—and when (and why) to use it.
  • Harness contrast, clarity, and texture for depth, without muddying your images.
  • Create masks that work like Photoshop selections—directly inside Lightroom.
  • Process light and color based on your personal creative vision—not a preset.
  • Troubleshoot stuck edits and identify why your image “doesn’t feel right.”
  • Edit with a proven, flexible system that grows with your skills over time.

But most importantly, you’ll have the confidence in everything you do because you know the information is 100% accurate.

If you already know that Lightroom for Landscapes is the next step in your photography journey, you can skip ahead and enroll now. Or continue reading to see the full details of how this proven program will help you finally master Lightroom.

The 13 Modules

The 13 modules take you through a complete Lightroom workflow, starting from the basics and then steadily advances – so whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned shooter, you’ll build up to expert techniques comfortably.

And don’t worry – you don’t have to go through all 13 modules in one go. The program is self-paced and you have lifetime access, so you can focus on the areas you need first and jump back in at any time.

Module 1: Lightroom Foundations

Master the Catalog & Library

  • What You’ll Learn

Lay the foundation for a seamless editing workflow by keeping your Lightroom catalog clean, organized, and efficient. Learn how Lightroom stores, tracks, and organizes your images so you can spend less time searching—and more time processing.

  • Catalog Demystified: Create a logical, scalable catalog structure – so you never lose track of your edits, originals, or file locations again.
  • Effortless Organization: Use Smart Collections, keywords, flags, filters, and virtual copies to organize even massive libraries.
  • Accurate Importing: Learn the right way to bring images into Lightroom, so your catalog stays organized and error-free.
  • Catalog File Management: Set up, maintain, and back up your Lightroom catalog with confidence.

“My photography has improved immensely — I tell everyone at my camera club to sign up.”
– Wendy Jacobs

Module 2: Value, Color & Contrast

Bring Your Vision to Life with Light, Color, and Emotion

  • What You’ll Learn

Learn how to shape the emotional tone of your image using light, color, and contrast as creative tools. This is where editing moves beyond technical aptitude and you discover how to guide the viewer’s eye and evoke the feeling you experienced in the field.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Use light, color, and contrast intentionally to build mood and depth.
  • Reveal hidden dimension in your RAW files for richer, more immersive images.
  • Tell a stronger visual story by leading the eye through the frame with dodging and burning, tonal balance, and local contrast.

These lessons build the foundation for connecting your creative vision with the technical execution – turning your edits from trial-and-error adjustments into deliberate choices that are intuitive and expressive.

“I have had a lot of memberships over the years – many with the biggest and most famous names in this business. However, I find yours to be far superior to them all!”
– Randall Huleva

Module 3: Tone, Presence & Detail

Precision Editing to Create Depth, Richness, and Polish

  • What You’ll Learn

Gain total control over Lightroom’s most misunderstood (and misused) tools – the Tone and Presence sliders. You’ll replace random slider tweaks with a clear understanding of how to shape depth, texture, and light – so every edit feels intentional and precise.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Differentiate clarity, contrast, and texture – and know when each serves your creative goal.
  • Add depth and refinement using controlled tonal adjustments without muddying highlights or shadows.
  • Follow a structured workflow that produces clean, professional results without endless rework.

By mastering these foundational tools early, every image you process will have more depth, dimension, and an overall professional finish.

Module 4: The Black & White Workflow

Craft Timeless Black & White Landscapes with Depth, Drama, and Emotion

  • What You’ll Learn

Black & white images have the power to evoke timeless emotion and focus attention on mood, shape, and story. But without the right technique, they can fall flat – losing the depth and drama that makes them compelling.

This module gives you a Lightroom-native workflow for crafting expressive monochrome landscapes:

  • Control tone and balance using custom profiles, tone curves, the B&W Mixer, and color grading your tonal groups.
  • Select images suited for monochrome and transform them into bold, emotive landscapes.
  • Build contrast and depth through refined highlights, deep shadows, and textured midtones.

By the end, you’ll know how to create black-and-white images that move beyond documentation – and reveal the essence and emotion of the landscape itself.

Module 5: Dynamic Range Mastery

Capture the Full Range of Light with Realistic Exposure Blending

  • What You’ll Learn

Contrary to popular belief, even the most state-of-the-art cameras can’t always capture the full dynamic range in one frame. This module teaches you a clean, subtle exposure blending workflow that preserves your image’s natural beauty without introducing the telltale signs of heavy-handed HDR.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Blend bracketed exposures seamlessly to recover highlights and shadow detail without halos or harsh transitions.
  • Natural, immersive results: Retain the colors, textures, and sense of depth you saw in person—so your final image feels both dramatic and believable.
  • In-the-field strategy: Learn how and when to bracket your exposures to give yourself the best editing options back at your computer.
  • Use Lightroom’s HDR tools and masking effectively, including de-ghosting and tonal refinement for clean and seamless transitions.

By the end, you’ll produce images that feel dramatic yet natural -true to the scene you photographed.

Module 6: Masking Panel Masterclass

Refine Light, Color, and Detail with Precision Masks

  • What You’ll Learn

Learn how to use Lightroom’s Masking Panel for precise, localized control—so you can refine light, color, and texture exactly where it matters most. This module takes you from foundational concepts to advanced selection methods, giving you Photoshop-level precision directly inside Lightroom.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Understand masking fundamentals—what masks are, when to use them, and when to skip them for efficiency.
  • Work with precision using selection methods like Invert, Intersect, and Subtract to refine edges and build complex masks with ease.
  • Leverage advanced selections such as Color Range, Object Selection, Landscape, and Luminance Masks to shape light and focus attention.
  • Combine and manage multiple masks to enhance structure, depth, and atmosphere without over-editing.

By mastering local adjustments, you’ll gain the control to polish your images with subtlety and purpose—transforming them from technically sound to artistically refined.

Module 7: The Full Color Processing Workflow

Create a Rich, Painterly Atmosphere by Mastering Color Harmony and Mood

  • What You’ll Learn

Discover how to take full control of color to shape mood, depth, and atmosphere in your landscapes. This module walks you through a complete, Lightroom-native color workflow designed specifically for landscape photographers who want full control over the mood and emotional tone of their images – without presets, plugins, or guesswork.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Start off on the right foot by strengthening your colors with profiles, white balance, and color calibration adjustments.
  • Use color masks and the point color tool to expertly build a strong mood and atmosphere through deliberate hue and saturation control.
  • Use RGB curves to refine the luminosity of your colors to add emotional depth and color contrast.
  • Direct the viewer’s eye by blending your hues with color grading to achieve a cohesive color harmony.
  • Develop a personal color aesthetic that distinguishes your work from predictable and tired styles.

By mastering color as an expressive language, you’ll move beyond technical mastery…and begin crafting images that evoke emotion, memories, and your unique artistic intent.

Module 8: Creating the Atmosphere

Add Immersive Mood and Depth to your Atmosphere

  • What You’ll Learn

Transform technically strong images into emotionally powerful landscapes by adding depth, light, and atmosphere with subtlety and control. You’ll learn how to enhance mood without gimmicks – using Lightroom’s native tools to evoke connection and realism.

  • Add natural atmospheric effects such as haze, fog, or soft light to heighten mood and depth.
  • Use atmospheric perspective to separate foreground, middle ground, and background for greater dimension.
  • Shape light intentionally with selective masks that guide the viewer’s eye and emotion.
  • Build visual storytelling through tone and atmosphere that feels believable because it honors the natural landscape.

These techniques bridge the gap between technical precision and creative interpretation – helping your images move from documentation to expressive, gallery-worthy art.

“Chris provides excellent tutorials that go into great detail on how to use Lightroom – from getting used to the program through to more complicated techniques like masks and exposure blending.”
– Mark Hawley

Module 9: Perspective & Composition

Strengthen Your Frame with Corrections that Bring Clarity and Structure

  • What You’ll Learn

Learn how to make subtle, precise adjustments that bring balance and polish to your landscapes. This module shows you how to correct distortion, refine perspective, and remove distractions – so every image feels intentional and professional.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Use the Transform panel to correct wide-angle distortion such as curved horizons or leaning trees and other vertical focal points.
  • Fine-tune composition and alignment for natural, harmonious framing.
  • Remove chromatic aberration, lens vignettes, and other camera side effects with precision for invisible, realistic edits.
  • Clean up visual distractions using Lightroom’s Healing and Cloning tools – removing unwanted blemishes, wires, or spots that pull attention away from your subject.

These small, thoughtful refinements elevate your image from well-captured to finely crafted…maintaining authenticity while enhancing visual impact.

Module 10: The Finishing Touches

Subtle Refinements That Provide a Gallery-Level Final Polish

  • What You’ll Learn

Bring your image from almost there to fully complete with a series of subtle, professional refinements. This module focuses on the final details that give your work clarity, cohesion, and a deliberate finish that viewers can feel.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Sharpen with precision to enhance texture and detail without halos or artifacts.
  • Apply thoughtful noise reduction for clean, natural results that retain the finer details.
  • Use tailored vignettes to subconciously guide the viewer’s eye and strengthen composition.
  • Remove minor distractions such as dust, spots, or sensor marks for a clean presentation.
  • Prepare your image for output: whether printing, sharing, or submitting for publication.

These quiet refinements add up to a powerful result: the final five percent of editing that can elevate your image quality by tenfold. Every photograph you finish will feel complete, intentional, and ready for display.

Module 11: Perfect Print Management

Ensure Your Final Image Looks Just as Good in Your Hands as It Does on Your Screen

  • What You’ll Learn

Bridge the gap between your digital edits and the final print. This module gives you a clear, Lightroom-based workflow for preparing, soft-proofing, and printing images that look exactly as you intended – on any paper, printer, or lab.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Use soft proofing in Lightroom to preview how your image will translate to paper – and correct color or exposure shifts before wasting money and time on test prints.
  • Apply ICC profiles correctly for accurate screen-to-paper translation.
  • Build custom print templates for single images, collages, and gallery layouts.
  • Export print files optimized for both home printers and professional labs.

With this process, your prints will match your creative vision – accurate, consistent, and ready to display with confidence in any home, business, or gallery.

A powerful photograph loses its magic when it prints too dark, too flat, or too off-color.

In addition to these 11 core modules, you’ll also receive two bonus modules on advanced topics designed to strengthen and expand your Lightroom workflow.

Bonus Module #1: Connecting CC to Classic

Build a Seamless Mobile Workflow and Access Any Image, Anywhere, at Anytime. 

  • What You’ll Learn

Extend your Lightroom workflow beyond the desktop with a seamless Classic-to-Cloud connection that keeps your catalog organized and your creativity flowing – wherever you are. Learn how to edit, organize, and back up from any device while maintaining full control of your main catalog at home.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Integrate Lightroom CC with Classic for a unified mobile workflow.
  • Import, edit, and manage images from your tablet, phone, or browser with full sync to your main catalog.
  • Back up to the cloud automatically, keeping your files safe and accessible without juggling drives.
  • Stay organized on the go, avoiding duplicate files and conflicting version histories.

With this workflow, your editing stays in motion no matter where you are – turning your travel time into creative time and keeping your catalog perfectly in sync.

Bonus Module #2: Catalog Cleanup

Organize Once—Stay Organized for Good!

  • What You’ll Learn

Create order from chaos with a streamlined Lightroom catalog that’s organized, efficient, and built to last. This module walks you through a simple, reliable system to fix missing files, clean up old folders, and maintain long-term consistency…without having to start over with a new catalog.

You’ll learn how to:

  • Find and relink missing files without losing edits or creating duplicates.
  • Organize folders, keywords, and collections into a clear, intuitive structure.
  • Build a catalog system that supports your workflow and scales with your photo library.
  • Prevent future clutter with a simple, repeatable maintenance process.

By the end, your Lightroom catalog will feel clean, cohesive, and completely under control – so you can spend more time creating and less time searching.

Beyond the course material itself, enrollment includes ongoing support and lifetime access — so your learning doesn’t end when the lessons do.

  • LIFETIME ENROLLMENT

Included

Lightroom for Landscapes isn’t just a course you take—it’s a resource you can return to again and again as your skills evolve.

When you enroll today, you’ll receive lifetime access to the full program—including all future updates as Lightroom continues to grow and change.

That means as Adobe adds new tools, techniques, and capabilities…you’ll always stay ahead of the curve with updated training at no extra cost.

This is especially valuable as your creative vision matures. What might feel advanced today will soon become second nature—so having continued access ensures the course keeps serving you years after you enroll.

  • Unlimited Personal Support

Included


Whether it’s your first question or your fiftieth, I’ll be there with detailed, thoughtful support tailored to your work.

No expiration dates, no scheduled group sessions, and no generic replies from an assistant. Just direct conversations with a professional landscape photographer who’s fully invested in your success.

Yes, it’s a big time commitment on my part. But it’s one I stand by.

And I’m proud to say that there isn’t a single program available today that offers this level of one-on-one guidance.

This Program Will Transform Your Photography – But Don’t Just Take My Word For It.

Students consistently tell me that Lightroom for Landscapes was the best investment they’ve made in photography. Over 12,000 photographers have gone from frustrated to fulfilled, and many have tried every other course out there before discovering the difference here. 

Read their experiences below.

MEMBER REVIEWS

Randall Huleva - CreativeRAW

Randall Huleva

The BEST photo educator I have personally encountered.

I just wanted to take a moment and thank you for the absolutely fabulous courses and tutorials that you have produced.

I have had a lot of memberships over the years – many with the biggest and most famous names in this business. However, I find your sincere, down to earth and extremely knowledgeable style – all while being one of the nicest and most humble people I have had the pleasure to work with – to be far superior to them all!

Your program has been one of the best investments I have ever made in my photography. I was skeptical at first because I had heard the same “sales promotions” pitched so many times before. While most of them ended up being a disappointment, your courses have exceeded even my most optimistic HOPES of what a good course should be.

Geoff Dawes - CreativeRAW

Geoff Dawes

It is the most comprehensive and helpful course I have ever taken, and I have taken a lot of courses.

Well thought out and very well produced.

The “nuts and bolts” of the course, learning the myriad of buttons and controls, is done in such a way as to be extremely easy to follow and implement. But what puts this course a level above any other I have done is the fact that Chris explains in great detail why one would use the adjustments explained. This has meant for me that when I take a photograph my decisions are not just based on field conditions anymore, but also on what I can achieve later in post-processing.

The day I signed up to Creative Raw was the start of an incredible journey that has brought me much further than I could have ever imagined. If I had a teacher like you as a child, there would be nothing I couldn’t achieve. I am so looking forward to the next batch of lessons. I have never had so much fun learning something new.

Thank you Chris, you will never know how much I appreciate the incredible tutorials that you produce.

Kevin Payne - CreativeRAW

Kevin Payne

If you are looking for a combined source of Lightroom training one needs not to look any further than creativeRAW.

A one-off lifetime membership fee provides access to many hours of comprehensive training which, by the end of it, your proficiency and level of understanding of Lightroom will have improved tremendously.

One of the other aspects that sets creativeRAW apart from other photography training sites is that Chris is always adding to the comprehensive list of training courses at no additional cost.

Chris takes the time to explain in detail the what, why and how to achieve a specific post-processing goal to ensure a thorough understanding of the topic. Lessons can either be downloaded or watched online, which if you have an Internet connection like mine which is slower than a tortoise on opiates, it enables you to download courses overnight (or whatever time suits you) and watch them at your leisure.

The courses are put across clearly, are easy to follow with Christopher’s relaxed presentation style. In addition, if like me, you find it difficult to remember everything you have learnt then creativeRAW becomes a great source of reference material which you can go back to at any time.

If still in doubt, the icing on the cake is that once you are a creativeRAW member you can email Chris with whatever question you have (on pretty much anything photography related), which for me was to recommend places on the east coast to see the fall colours where I had booked a vacation.

Thank you, Christopher, for such a comprehensive set of courses.

Wayne Gillepsie

I have asked him many times to explain things to me and his response is almost immediate and so helpful.

Chris’ knowledge of Lightroom is off the charts and his ability to explain it to newbies like me is equally invaluable. He is so dedicated to his craft and his sharing of this knowledge with the members just shows how passionate he is to teach the world how to master the very intimidating world of Lightroom Classic.

On top of that, the 24-7 one on one help is just as he states. A mere email away. I have asked him many times to explain things to me and his response is almost immediate and so helpful. He won’t make you feel intimidated to ask at any time.

I can say, because I have tried other sites, that you will never get this type of support without having to pay an awful lot more and have a subscription that constantly has to be renewed with additional funds ad infinitum.

My photography has improved immensely by viewing and using the techniques that are taught at Creative Raw. There were many times that I really wanted to throw a brick through my monitor when I used Lightroom. That is no longer the case. When I get stuck now I will just send a jingle to Chris and he will get right back with a detailed explanation of what I am missing.

If you have any need to improve your skills in Lightroom, I would highly recommend that you become a lifetime member immediately and begin the journey to mastering these programs with Chris’ help. You will not be disappointed.

Paula Buermele

I stopped guessing and started editing with purpose — and I finally understood why my edits worked.

I began learning Lightroom with Chris’s free classes back in 2015. I was new to digital photography and I knew nothing about how to process a photo.

Chris’s method of teaching is very methodical and the lessons are presented in a logical order. I was able to build a sensible workflow right from the beginning. Most other teaching programs ignore things like lens correction and the transform tools but no stone is left unturned in the creativeRAW modules. I not only built a solid set of processing skills, I built confidence in my results.

The most important thing I learned was how to analyze my photos to see what needed adjustment. I didn’t waste time just guessing what to do or experimenting and getting a pleasing result with no idea about how I got the result or how to repeat it on other photos.

The lifetime membership option is especially valuable. I know I can count on Chris to help me work through a question or give helpful advice on how to solve a problem that eludes me.

I highly recommend these courses for photographers who want their photos to reflect the beauty of their work.

Michael Fitzpatrick - CreativeRAW

Mike Fitzpatrick

I was blown away by the course which was far superior to any others I had seen both in terms of organization and content.

When I retired I began a quest to get back into photography and learn LR. I utilized free and paid subscriptions from a variety of web sources and acquired Chris’s initial Lightroom course in a bundle.

I have since become a lifetime member of Lightroom for Landscapes and never regretted it. The new website is beautiful and I look forward to completing the new courses.

The courses offer something for beginners to advanced users and information is presented in an easy-to-follow format that tracks your progress and offers quick links to review areas that need additional work.

It is evident that Chris cares deeply about his craft and unselfishly shares his knowledge with others. He is continually adding content and provides free one-on one-support. I would like to thank Chris for all his efforts and strongly encourage others to consider a lifetime membership. You will be happy you did.

Joen Wolfrom

My head is spinning, my notebook is jammed with notes — I’m on a Lightroom high!

As a long-term Lightroom underachiever, I vowed that this year was my year to become proficient in Lightroom. Hence I jumped at the chance to enroll in Chris O’Donnell’s online class. Chris’s lessons, presented in a sequential learning style, set me right on-course.

The first lessons were welcome reviews with new insights presented in an informal, learning-friendly pace. Subsequent lessons gave me the much-needed information that I yearned to know and provided me with hands-on experimentation for skill-building. I am thrilled with my new-found knowledge and photo-editing skills. For me, this class has been a priceless opportunity.

Knowing this, he should be truly impressed with himself, as it’s been sunny and in the 70s and 80s these past few days and I haven’t even noticed. I’ve been immersed in the lessons and my practice images. My head is spinning; my notebook is jammed with notes, and I’m on a Lightroom high!

I so amazed at how much Lightroom has to offer that I never knew. Wow! Obviously, I have done very little processing of my many thousands of pictures. It’s daunting and somewhat laughable to think about what I didn’t know I didn’t know. 🙂

My eyes are now wide open…..waiting for the next section to unveil many more concepts and hints that I now don’t know. I can hardly wait for tomorrow to appear. Cheers!

Wendy Jacobs - CreativeRAW

Wendy Jacobs

Suddenly I had found someone who could explain Lightroom in a way that actually made sense.

As a novice photographer, this course was an inspiration. Previously I had looked at a number of tutorials which in the main assumed a certain amount of knowledge that I just did not have.

I then came across tutorials by Chris O’Donnell and suddenly I had found someone who was able to explain the basics of Lightroom for landscape photography in a very detailed and easy-to-understand way.

After viewing a number of free tutorials by Chris I decided to take the plunge and sign up for a lifetime subscription to his courses. This was the beginning of a great learning experience. The course was compiled in a very structured and easy to follow set of lessons, which could be viewed as often as you wished and in any order if you wanted to go over a particular area which was proving difficult.

The other way in which this course excels is in the one-on-one support. Chris makes it easy to email him with any questions and responds so quickly I was amazed at the promptness and thoroughness of his replies. Every question is treated courteously, although I am sure some of mine showed my lack of knowledge of the subject originally.

My photography has improved immensely and I have recommended to a number of my friends and to fellow members of the camera club to which I belong, that they should not hesitate to become lifetime members.

Pam Wolfe

He doesn’t just show you how — he explains why. That to me is invaluable.

From beginner to professional, everything you need to know about Lightroom you will find with Lightroom for Landscapes! The best deal is the lifetime membership where you pay one very reasonable cost and all future updates to the program is yours for no additional charge. You get a comprehensive course in Lightroom, plus free ebooks, handouts, cheatsheets, practice files, videos and more!

If you ever have a question, it’s so easy to send Chris a note. You won’t believe how quickly he gets back to you with a detailed, concise answer! His teaching style is so easy to understand and he explains not only how to take the steps to process your photos, but why. This to me is invaluable!

I’ve been a lifetime member for years and I’m always amazed at the lessons Chris continues to add, always more to learn. Best investment ever!

Larry Nevins

Lightroom was an enigma to me — this course finally gave me the confidence to begin.

I don’t typically write, but I have to this time. I want to thank you VERY much for these videos. I am an amateur photographer that is exploring using stock photography to build up another income source. Lightroom has been an enigma to me, and my fear of delving into it has kept me from doing any significant post-processing.

The course is easily the best money I’ve spent to help me overcome my fear of LR and post-processing. You’ve produced a powerful and extremely useful tool for folks like me who were afraid of LR. I’ve already been able to select and edit enough images to be able to submit to stock agencies to get started. This is a big step forward for me; one which I’ve hesitated to take for too long.

The course is tremendously valuable. Even more valuable is your willingness to answer questions and offer advice – to be a mentor. Thank you!

Mark Hawley

If you’re serious about your photography, this course is a must — it teaches Lightroom from the basics to advanced techniques like masks and exposure blending.

I would recommend Lightroom for Landscapes for anyone who is serious about their photography and for those that use/want to master Lightroom. Initially, I started with the free tutorials that Chris O’Donnell made available, but that was enough to make me want to enrol as a Lifetime Member and I am glad that I did!

Chris provides excellent tutorials that go into great detail of how to use Lightroom (LR), from getting used to the programs through to more complicated techniques of masks and exposure blending.

When I first started to use this program I was rather overwhelmed by the steep learning curve required, but following Chris’s videos has helped me to overcome my fear and really start to grasp the power and versatility of LR, so that already I can start to see the difference in my photos.

My fellow members are also showing improvements with their pictures as we are able to share and comment on each other’s photos. I have seen several occasions where members have listened to the suggestions of others and adjusted their photos accordingly. Similarly, I have learnt a lot from them as they are happy to share their camera settings/techniques, etc., all backed up with the one-to-one tuition that Chris offers within the Lifetime Membership.

Stephen Bavis

My photo processing has improved significantly as a result of following the techniques you explain.

I just want to let you know how pleased I am with my purchase of Lightroom for Landscapes.

The quality of the videos is superb, taking us through the detailed steps necessary to get the best out of Lightroom. My photo processing has improved significantly as a result of following the techniques you explain. In part, that is helped by you providing copies of the files you work with in the videos so that we can copy what you do. The best way to learn, is to do!

I’m also impressed by the level of personal support you provide. I started the Lightroom course using an older version. When I contacted you to explain the issues I was having, you provided an older copy of the Lightroom catalog so that I could practise the techniques. You are also open to answering detailed questions, which is a big help to those of us just starting out on the Lightroom journey. Plus, your response is very quick, usually within a day (despite the time zone difference between the USA and the UK!).

In addition, the private group is very active and, therefore, very informative and inspirational.

Overall, I am very impressed and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the program to other photographers who need help in using Lightroom.

And Their Results Speak for Themselves…

MEMBER’S GALLERY

Limited-Time 40% Discount on Lifetime Enrollment

Lightroom for Landscapes is a complete, lifetime-access program designed to deliver professional results without the recurring costs or limitations of subscription-based programs.

For a limited time, you can enroll at a special discount — giving you full access to all modules, bonus lessons, and unlimited personal support for a one-time fee.

Join today and start creating extraordinary, gallery-worthy landscape photographs with a clear and repeatable workflow built for your authentic creative expression.

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  • 350+ Video Lessons
  • 4K Streaming + Full Downloads
  • 40+ Hours of Video Content
  • 50+ Practice Files
  • 15+ eBooks and Study Guides
  • Lifetime Program Access
  • Lifetime Program Updates
  • Lifetime Personal Support
  • 60-Day No-Risk Guarantee

QUESTIONS?

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You’re Fully Covered With a 60-Day “No Questions Asked” Guarantee

The Lightroom for Landscapes Training Program walks you through the exact workflow that I use for my own photographs. I have gone through years of trial-and-error to refine and enhance a process that creates intense, dramatic landscape photographs using innovative, yet simple Lightroom Classic techniques.

I am absolutely confident that you will find the same results I did and will see a dramatic improvement in your landscape images.

If you feel like you haven’t got 10X the value of this program, I will promptly refund your money within 60 days of purchase. Absolutely no questions asked, and no hard feelings.

I’m happy to offer this guarantee because many members have told me they’d have happily paid more – the results were that good.

I am certain you will love this program. If you think there’s even a slight chance that this will enhance your landscape photography, you should enroll today as there is absolutely NO RISK in doing so.

Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions…

Is this program best suited for total beginners or seasoned pros?

When I released the first edition of Lightroom for Landscapes back in 2015, I did not want it to be “just another course”. This is meant to be a permanent education that grows and evolves with you as a photographer.

Each topic starts out as if you were a true beginner, walking you through those essential first steps that will set you up for years of success in Lightroom….and then gently, but steadily, advance your skills forward to the expert level.

This program is a perfect fit for all levels since even the most advanced users will discover nuggets of gold that revolutionize their workflow. And as you’ll find in the member reviews, many seasoned photographers were shocked to discover how much they didn’t know about Lightroom.

And with complete access to future courses for LIFE, you’ll also learn top-tier level workflows that you can not find anywhere else….making this program well worth your one-time investment.

How Soon Can I Start?

That’s the best part: immediately! No need to wait for multiple gigabytes to download as you sift through folders of lessons. The entire program is loaded and ready to go as soon as you enroll, and lessons are laid out sensibly so you can easily navigate to the exact topic you want to start with.

Of course, you can also download every video for offline viewing – it’s entirely up to you. There is no expiration on enrollment, so you can log in at any time to watch and/or download the lessons.

Can I Download the Lessons for Offline Viewing?

Absolutely. The entire program is available via streaming and each video lesson can be downloaded to your computer with no limits whatsoever.

By offering both streaming and downloads, you can access the program from any device regardless of location or internet speed.

Can I Access the Program from Multiple Devices?

The program was specifically designed to be accessed from any device, and as many devices as you need. While you’ll probably do most of your work on a desktop/laptop, the streaming videos make it simple to watch on mobile and tablets. No access limits whatsoever.

What Version of Lightroom Should I Have?

The Lightroom modules are designed to work best with Lightroom CC Classic (standalone desktop version). You can use this program for earlier versions of Lightroom, but keep in mind that some lessons will not apply.

Is There Any Fine Print to the Refund Policy?

The Lightroom for Landscapes Program details the exact workflow that I use for my own photographs. I have spent years of trial-and-error refining and enhancing this system, and I am absolutely confident that you will find the same results I did and will see a dramatic improvement in your Lightroom experience.

If for any reason you decide that this program is not right for you, just let me know within 60 days of purchase and I will gladly refund your money. Absolutely no questions asked, and NO FINE PRINT.

I’m happy to absorb all of the risks and offer this guarantee because I am certain you will love this program, but I understand it may not be for everyone – so there is no risk whatsoever.

How Does the Personalized Support Work?

I know how important timely answers are to your success with this program, so I’ve made it as easy as possible to get in touch: just send me an email directly to my inbox.

No forms, no chatbots, no assistant replies—just real, thoughtful support from someone who’s fully invested in helping you succeed. Whether it’s your first question or your fiftieth, you’ll get detailed, personalized guidance with no limits and no expiration dates. It’s one-on-one help, whenever you need it.

Still Deciding?

See What Difference a Structured Workflow can Make

The transformations above aren’t just about enhancing the visual appeal with brighter skies or richer colors…

They represent the shift from random guesswork to intentional, expressive processing.

Lightroom for Landscapes teaches you how to create that same clarity and depth in your own work through a structured, repeatable process.

You’ll move beyond presets and quick fixes to develop an authentic and expressive workflow – one that turns your raw captures into fine-art photographs that feel as powerful as the moments you experienced in the field.

“It is the most comprehensive and helpful course I have ever taken…

Geoff Dawes - CreativeRAW

Geoff Dawes


– and I have taken a lot of courses.

The “nuts and bolts” of the course, learning the myriad of buttons and controls, is done in such a way as to be extremely easy to follow and implement. But what puts this course a level above any other I have done is the fact that Chris explains in great detail why one would use the adjustments explained. This has meant for me that when I take a photograph my decisions are not just based on field conditions anymore, but also on what I can achieve later in post-processing.

The day I signed up to Creative Raw was the start of an incredible journey that has brought me much further than I could have ever imagined.”

Here’s the Short and Simple

Learning Lightroom isn’t about shortcuts – it’s about developing a clear, confident process guided by someone who’s been where you are.

Because without direction, it’s easy to lose time, momentum, and clarity trying to piece everything together from scattered tutorials.

Lightroom for Landscapes gives you that structure from day one. You’ll learn the right way the first time…so instead of fixing mistakes, you’ll understand how to avoid them entirely.

Whether you’re just starting out or refining years of experience, having a mentor beside you changes everything. You’ll gain focus, build skill with purpose, and develop a Lightroom workflow that feels intuitive, expressive, and entirely your own.

If you’re ready to move from uncertainty to mastery, and want guidance that adapts to your growth for years to come…

I invite you to join me in Lightroom for Landscapes.

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  • 50+ Practice Files
  • 15+ eBooks and Study Guides
  • Lifetime Program Access
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More Testimonials from Happy Landscape Photographers

Kevin O’Donnell

I was struggling with Photoshop and its vast array of tools and techniques, it was overwhelming. There were articles, courses, videos and so much more but none really clearly and methodically worked through what, how and why.

Having a traditional scientific education, the glitzy pumping music videos did very little. I needed a clear approach that methodically built towards a solution, repeating and expanding and growing my understanding of what and how the tools worked.

I always got the impression that when I opened Photoshop, there was an insurmountable mountain. The absence of a step-by-step guide up a path that explained why we were going that way, and the best way to approach, presented in plain non-techie English.

What made me sign up to creativeRAW was the sound, steady, and structured presentation of practical information presented via video that allowed me to watch and repeat, watch and repeat and progressively conquer that ascent step by step in the true belief that I was being led by someone who knows what he was doing and someone who really enjoyed what he did as a science and art. What amazed me was how much deeper and thorough your knowledge was – which gave me the confidence that I had a great tutor.

This has to be the most informative and well-prepared set of education tutorials I have experienced. The depth and breadth of your knowledge is awesome and is so well presented. There is so much valuable experience and knowledge here that I will have to perform a series of repeat absorption lessons. Thank you.

Chris is an amazing teacher! His lessons are clear, well organized, and presented in a way that is helpful to beginners as well as more advanced Lightroom users. As an older (75 years!) learner, I appreciate the pace as well as the precision with which Chris presents his lessons.

Creative Raw is a major resource for helping me to grow as a photographer and as a photo editor.

Lynn B.

Claude
Hamel

I value my lifetime membership to Lightroom for Landscapes more than anything. It presents an impressive and comprehensive package of tutorials. All modules are extremely well structured and lessons are developed with great pedagogy.

I have subscribed to other membership of the kind before, but this is the only one that truly honours its commitment to one-on-one assistance when required. Questions are answered quickly and comprehensively. This membership has been a real help in my development. Thank you Chris!

I just completed your Lightroom lessons in The Darkroom for Landscapes, and am starting your Photoshop lessons. I would not have believed it, but my attitude toward Lightroom had done a complete reverse by the time I had finished the last Lightroom lesson videos.
I am a long-time Bridge and Photoshop user. When Lightroom was first introduced by Adobe, my first reaction to it was “Why would anyone need a program like that?” It looked to me as though the program was designed for professionals as a sorting and filing program, primarily.

When I saw your offer/invitation to become a lifetime member of your Darkroom For Landscapes group I decided that this might be a good way to get a better look at Lightroom ‘today’, but with the greater incentive of the Photoshop lessons, which is what I wanted more than the Lightroom lessons.

By the time I finished those modules I had changed my opinion on Lightroom entirely. I was amazed at the tools in Lightroom today. I was particularly impressed with how easy Lightroom incorporates masking, normally something that requires lots of time to master, to do most of the work by ‘targeting’ specific areas in the photo to apply changes.

Going through your modules has definitely changed my mind about bringing Lightroom into my stable of workflow elements as an additional tool for doing those things that Lightroom does particularly well and, in some cases, better than Photoshop.

Thanks very much for the great package. It was a great investment and I learned a whole lot that I will be using from now on. I am now on my way to go through the Photoshop program, which I am sure, will be equally interesting and beneficial.

Richard Adduci

Julie
Stone

I was skeptical about a program offering not only courses but a lifetime of future program updates for no additional fees…plus email support with questions and troubleshooting technical issues. But I will admit, I have been pleasantly surprised. Chris is a great trainer and his lessons are in a practical working sequence and are easy to understand. I have found that Chris is always quick to respond and continues to make improvements to keep his site and modules up to date.

I will tell you again “The money I spent for you and your program have been one of the best investments I have made”. I appreciate your quick feedback and efforts!!!!

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  • 350+ Video Lessons
  • 4K Streaming + Full Downloads
  • 40+ Hours of Video Content
  • 50+ Practice Files
  • 15+ eBooks and Study Guides
  • Lifetime Program Access
  • Lifetime Program Updates
  • Lifetime Personal Support
  • 60-Day No-Risk Guarantee

QUESTIONS?

I’m here to help at [email protected]

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