- Lightroom Editing Mastery is a dedicated Lightroom Mobile editing course — 49 lessons (4h 24m) covering everything from basic adjustments to advanced workflows and presets.
- Taught by Mark Hemmings, with a progressive curriculum from quick-start basics through color science, selective adjustments, and 8 complete editing workflows.
- Includes 20 one-click editing presets you can install and use immediately on your photos.
- Best for photographers who want to master Lightroom Mobile for consistent, professional photo editing on their phone.
Lightroom Editing Mastery is the dedicated post-processing course in the IPS catalog. While other courses include brief editing sections, this one devotes 49 lessons and 4.5 hours entirely to Lightroom Mobile — from basic sliders to advanced selective adjustments and professional workflows.
A comprehensive Lightroom Mobile editing course by Mark Hemmings. 49 lessons (4h 24m) covering basic adjustments, color and exposure, cleanup tools, selective editing, advanced color and detail controls, workflow efficiency, photo organization, and 8 complete editing workflows. Includes 20 one-click presets.
Normal Price: ~$199 Discounted: ~$49-$99 USD- 8 complete editing workflows (76 minutes) show real before/after transformations from start to finish.
- 20 included presets provide instant results while you learn the manual techniques.
- Progressive curriculum makes complex tools like selective adjustments and masking accessible to beginners.
- Organization module teaches photo management — a crucial skill most editing courses skip.
- Lightroom Mobile updates frequently — some interface elements may have moved since recording.
- No coverage of alternative editing apps (Snapseed, VSCO, Darkroom) for comparison.
- Organization module assumes a Lightroom-centric workflow that may not suit all photographers.
Course Overview
Lightroom Editing Mastery contains 49 lessons across 9 modules totaling 4 hours and 24 minutes:
- Quick-Start Guide – 7 lessons (22 min) getting you editing immediately
- Color and Exposure – 5 lessons (32 min) on the fundamental adjustments
- Cleanup and Selective Adjustments – 6 lessons (35 min) on healing, masking, and local edits
- Advanced Controls – 6 lessons (30 min) on color science, detail, and composition tools
- Efficient Workflow – 7 lessons (27 min) on presets, batch editing, and speed techniques
- Photo Organization – 8 lessons (24 min) on rating, labeling, and managing your library
- Common Editing Workflows – 8 lessons (76 min) — the longest module with complete start-to-finish edits
- 20 One-Click Presets – Downloadable preset collection
The workflow module is the crown jewel — 8 complete edits across different photo types, each running about 10 minutes. You watch Mark transform raw photos into polished results while explaining every decision.
Who Is This Course For?
Photographers who shoot great photos but struggle with editing. Lightroom beginners who feel overwhelmed by the app’s tools. IPS course graduates who want to improve the editing side of their workflow. The presets are immediately useful even while learning.
Pricing and Value
Typically $49-$99. The 20 presets alone would cost $15-30 from preset marketplaces, adding tangible value. Included in the All-Access Pass. 30-day money-back guarantee.
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Final Verdict
Lightroom Editing Mastery is the most structured Lightroom Mobile course we have reviewed. The 8 complete workflows module alone justifies the price — watching an expert editor transform photos while explaining their thought process is the fastest way to improve your own editing.
Rating: 4/5 — Comprehensive Lightroom Mobile course with valuable preset collection and practical workflows. Essential companion to any IPS photography course.
Do I need a Lightroom subscription?
Lightroom Mobile is free with basic features. Some advanced features require Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan (~$9.99/month). The course covers both free and premium features.
Does this cover Lightroom Classic (desktop)?
The course focuses on Lightroom Mobile for phone/tablet editing. Many techniques transfer to Lightroom Classic, but the interface is different.
