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NLAlston · 05-01-2007, 12:15 PM

Well, I am now armed with Lightroom - and feeling quite good about that. When I ordered it, I chose the 'downloadable' purchasing method, which is to say that I have no hard-copy user manual (and I hate perusing such via the monitor). Checking for Lightroom guidebooks, on the net, I found that there were more than just a few. I wondered if some of you wouldn't mind chiming in on what books you settled on, and how you felt about them. That could give me some idea as to what I should first consider, seeing as how the local bookstore only had two different books to browse through. I am hoping that there may be one which is as easy to grasp as Bryan Peterson's book on 'Understanding Exposure' (probably not, though

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PeterAM · 05-01-2007, 01:54 PM

Take a look at this: Adobe Lightroom v.1 Tutorial
It's downloadable video tutorials by two pretty heavy hitters.

**tlfaust** · 05-01-2007, 06:37 PM

I'm working my way thru Scott Kelby's "Lightroom for Digital Photographers". Pretty user friendly. Some of his shtick is pretty funny, but can wear a bit thin. Overall, not too bad...

Cheers
Ted

wmmk · 05-02-2007, 03:02 PM

hmm...
I've learned Lightroom by just playing around with settings. I mainly use it to fine tune RAW images, and I guess my knowledge the workflow tools would grow if I read up on some features, but I don't really need anything more than importing, collections, and exporting, all fairly self explanatory topics.

superfuzzy · 03-26-2008, 08:46 AM

Are there Books on Lightroom that cover workflow, the basics and advanced topics published in 2008 or available for Pre-Order that are recommended?
I really need to learn lightroom!

creampuff · 03-26-2008, 08:54 AM

Scott Kelby's book is OK but I would recommend Photoshop Lightroom Adventure by Mikkel Aaland (O'Rielly). A much better book in my view.

jshurak · 03-26-2008, 08:58 AM

Originally posted by creampuff

Scott Kelby's book is OK but I would recommend Photoshop Lightroom Adventure by Mikkel Aaland (O'Rielly). A much better book in my view.

I've read Kelby's book. Since then, I haven't learned anything new from websites and what not. Not that I know the book front and back, but when I read a tip, it rings a bell.

I'll have to check out Lightroom Adventure, thanks!

hhays · 03-26-2008, 11:32 AM

Peachpit: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Book, The: The Complete Guide for Photographers - $32.00

I have this book, and it is good. plus, if you buy it and register it on the website, you get free updates to the book as they are written.

gpaual · 03-27-2008, 02:08 PM

Originally posted by hhays

Peachpit: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Book, The: The Complete Guide for Photographers - $32.00

I have this book, and it is good. plus, if you buy it and register it on the website, you get free updates to the book as they are written.

great book in my estimation as well, i learned lightroom off this book, though the adjustments themselves are fairly intuitive, some of the file management stuff is mind boggling..........but worth the fight.

heatherslightbox · 06-06-2008, 05:32 PM

I thought I'd resurrect this post in light of the fact that it helped me decide on a book to get to help me get the most out of Lightroom--I went on and ordered Kelby's book. Also, there have been quite a few postings lately dealing with Lightroom, so anybody who's new to Lightroom like me might be interested in picking up one of these books, as well.

There will be yet another Lightroom book coming out in August--Photoshop Lightroom 2 for Dummies. Amazon is taking preorders and I've also requested that the library I work at buy it, so I can take a look at it without having to buy it.

Amazon.com: Photoshop Lightroom 2 For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)): Rob Sylvan: Books

HTH,
Heather

Dale · 06-06-2008, 05:47 PM

And of course one of the better online resources for LR would be the Lightroom tutorial website of Adobe's Julieanne Kost

It features many videos, pdf instructional sheets and heaps more.

I'd be interest in just how many others had found the site useful. Fantastic resource in my opinion.

KL Matt · 06-23-2008, 11:07 AM

CANCEL THIS!!!

Can anyone reading here help me out?

I expire in a bout a day. Starting to get worried.

Thanks,

Matt

**Canada_Rockies** · 06-23-2008, 12:21 PM

Originally posted by tlfaust

I'm working my way thru Scott Kelby's "Lightroom for Digital Photographers". Pretty user friendly. Some of his shtick is pretty funny, but can wear a bit thin. Overall, not too bad...

Cheers
Ted

You read my mind about this book.

davemdsn · 06-24-2008, 09:47 AM

I have Scott Kelby's Lightroom for Digital Photographers, and Martin Evening's Photoshop Lightroom Book. If anyone wants them I would take $20 for the pair + shipping. I quit using Lr a few months ago so these books are just collecting dust on my bookshelf.

slick100d · 06-28-2008, 12:13 PM

Dave, what didn't you like about Lightroom? I've been thinking about getting version 2 once I upgrade my computer (or whenever it's out). What are you using now?

Thanks!

05-01-2007, 12:15 PM	#1
NLAlston Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Amherst, NY. Posts: 334	A Good Book For Lightroom? Well, I am now armed with Lightroom - and feeling quite good about that. When I ordered it, I chose the 'downloadable' purchasing method, which is to say that I have no hard-copy user manual (and I hate perusing such via the monitor). Checking for Lightroom guidebooks, on the net, I found that there were more than just a few. I wondered if some of you wouldn't mind chiming in on what books you settled on, and how you felt about them. That could give me some idea as to what I should first consider, seeing as how the local bookstore only had two different books to browse through. I am hoping that there may be one which is as easy to grasp as Bryan Peterson's book on 'Understanding Exposure' (probably not, though )

06-23-2008, 11:07 AM	#12
KL Matt Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Northern Germany Posts: 74	alms for the poor wretch with no beta 2 invite CANCEL THIS!!! Can anyone reading here help me out? I expire in a bout a day. Starting to get worried. Thanks, Matt Last edited by KL Matt; 06-23-2008 at 12:25 PM. Reason: post no longer valid

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creampuff Veteran Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,953	Scott Kelby's book is OK but I would recommend Photoshop Lightroom Adventure by Mikkel Aaland (O'Rielly). A much better book in my view.

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03-26-2008, 11:32 AM	#8
hhays Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 39	Peachpit: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Book, The: The Complete Guide for Photographers - $32.00 I have this book, and it is good. plus, if you buy it and register it on the website, you get free updates to the book as they are written.

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gpaual Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: fla Photos: Gallery Posts: 375	Originally posted by hhays Peachpit: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Book, The: The Complete Guide for Photographers - $32.00 I have this book, and it is good. plus, if you buy it and register it on the website, you get free updates to the book as they are written. great book in my estimation as well, i learned lightroom off this book, though the adjustments themselves are fairly intuitive, some of the file management stuff is mind boggling..........but worth the fight.

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heatherslightbox Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Gainesville, FL Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,599	I thought I'd resurrect this post in light of the fact that it helped me decide on a book to get to help me get the most out of Lightroom--I went on and ordered Kelby's book. Also, there have been quite a few postings lately dealing with Lightroom, so anybody who's new to Lightroom like me might be interested in picking up one of these books, as well. There will be yet another Lightroom book coming out in August--Photoshop Lightroom 2 for Dummies. Amazon is taking preorders and I've also requested that the library I work at buy it, so I can take a look at it without having to buy it. Amazon.com: Photoshop Lightroom 2 For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech)): Rob Sylvan: Books HTH, Heather

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Canada_Rockies Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sparwood, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,385	Originally posted by tlfaust I'm working my way thru Scott Kelby's "Lightroom for Digital Photographers". Pretty user friendly. Some of his shtick is pretty funny, but can wear a bit thin. Overall, not too bad... Cheers Ted You read my mind about this book.

06-24-2008, 09:47 AM	#14
davemdsn Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,413	I have Scott Kelby's Lightroom for Digital Photographers, and Martin Evening's Photoshop Lightroom Book. If anyone wants them I would take $20 for the pair + shipping. I quit using Lr a few months ago so these books are just collecting dust on my bookshelf.

06-28-2008, 12:13 PM	#15
slick100d Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Iowa, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 152	Dave, what didn't you like about Lightroom? I've been thinking about getting version 2 once I upgrade my computer (or whenever it's out). What are you using now? Thanks!

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