December 4, 2024 at 7:30

On December 4th, we are thrilled to welcome Dmitry Kirshner, a Winnipeg-based landscape and abstract art photographer, as our guest speaker. Dmitry loves using digital processing to turn his images into striking works of art. He combines the power of advanced tools and software to bring out rich colors, dramatic lighting, and dynamic textures, creating photos that tell a story beyond the ordinary. In this session, Dmitry will walk us through his creative process and show how he uses digital techniques to push the limits of his photography.

Dmitry’s presentation will be divided into two parts: first, he will share his image processing workflow, focusing on his favorite features of the TKActions Photoshop Panel; then, he will demonstrate how to build a stunning photography website using Adobe Portfolio.

Part 1: Streamline Your Photoshop Workflow with TKActions

Are you ready to elevate your photography editing but feel overwhelmed by Photoshop’s complex interface? With its endless menus, icons, and tools, it’s easy to get lost in the process instead of focusing on your creative vision. That’s where the TKActions Photoshop Panel comes in. This powerful plugin simplifies Photoshop, allowing you to navigate more easily and focus on the artistry of your images, not the software.

Dmitry has been using the TKActions Panel for many years and will guide us through its essential features. He will cover his favorite buttons and actions for everything from precise selections and luminosity masking to creative effects and shortcuts that enhance his workflow. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced user, Dmitry’s tips will help you use Photoshop with greater efficiency and confidence.

Part 2: Building a Photography Website with Adobe Portfolio

In the second half of the presentation, Dmitry will walk us through the process of turning images stored in Lightroom into a fully-functional Adobe Portfolio website. You’ll learn how to:

• Organize and manage your images in Lightroom for easy uploading to the Adobe Cloud.
• Create a new website and automatically sync it with your Lightroom albums.
• Utilize Adobe Portfolio’s editing features to design a website that reflects your unique style and personality.

This session will show you how to create a beautiful, professional photography website that’s easy to maintain and keeps your portfolio up to date automatically.