Photoshop Learning Workshops
Exclusively for MPS members
Welcome! I'm delighted to be offering two Photoshop learning workshops especially for your camera club.
Photoshop offers endless possibilities, but understanding which tools to use, how they work together and when to use them can sometimes be challenging.
These practical, interactive sessions go beyond simply watching demonstrations. They're designed to build your understanding, develop confidence and explore different approaches to processing your photographs.
Whether you're strengthening your Photoshop foundations or exploring new techniques, there will be opportunities to learn, ask questions and develop your skills.
Booking Information
You're welcome to attend either workshop or both. Each workshop requires a separate booking and payment to secure your place.
Workshops are subject to minimum participant numbers. If a workshop can't go ahead, I'll let you know in advance and arrange a full refund.
Who is SandraD?
Sandra Dann, the creative behind SandraD Imagery, is an award-winning digital artist, Photoshop educator and Adobe Community Expert, recognised as an Adobe Top Evangelist in 2025.
With 15 years of experience using Photoshop and an extensive background in adult education, training and coaching, Sandra brings together technical knowledge, creativity and a practical approach to teaching.
She works with photographers and creatives around the world, helping them develop their Photoshop skills, explore new creative possibilities and build confidence in their abilities.
Sandra believes that learning Photoshop isn't just about knowing which buttons to press. It's about understanding how the tools work, making creative decisions and developing the confidence to experiment.
Workshop 1 – Photoshop Basics
For beginners or those who would like to strengthen their understanding of the fundamentals.
The focus is on understanding how Photoshop works and developing a solid foundation to build upon.
Workshop Details
Wednesday 17th February 2027 - 7.00pm
Duration: 2 hours
Format: Live online via Zoom
Special Camera Club Rate: $45 AUD per participant
Minimum: 8 paid participants – maximum 10
Bookings close 10th February 2027.
What We'll Cover
1. Getting Comfortable with the Photoshop Workspace
Understanding the interface, tools, panels and menus, and how to navigate and customise your workspace.
2. Opening, Saving & Understanding Files
Opening images, saving your work correctly and choosing the appropriate file formats.
3. Understanding Layers
Exploring layers, adjustment layers and how they work together when editing your photographs.
4. Essential Photoshop Tools
Getting familiar with everyday tools, including Crop, Brush and Remove, and understanding when and how to use them.
5. Making Simple Image Adjustments
Exploring Brightness/Contrast, Levels and Hue/Saturation to improve colour and tone.
6. Introduction to Non-Destructive Editing
Understanding adjustment layers and layer masks, and how to make changes without permanently altering your original image.
What You'll Take Away
A better understanding of Photoshop's essential tools and techniques, and greater confidence in editing your photographs.
Practice images to continue your learning.
Access to the workshop recording for 14 days.
This is a practical, interactive learning session with opportunities to ask questions along the way.
Workshop 2 – Beyond Photoshop Basics
An interactive learning session for photographers who already use Photoshop and want to explore different techniques, improve their processing and develop greater confidence in their creative decisions.
Workshop Details
Wednesday 17th March 2027 - 7.00pm
Duration: 2 hours
Format: Live online via Zoom
Special Camera Club Rate: $45 AUD per participant
Minimum: 8 paid participants – maximum 10
Bookings close 10th March 2027.
The session will be guided by participants' questions and interests, with practical demonstrations and examples to explore different approaches.
Some Areas We May Explore
1. Taking Your Image Processing Further
Exploring techniques beyond basic adjustments and different approaches to enhancing photographs.
2. Creative Decisions & Finishing Your Images
Understanding how colour, tone, contrast and mood influence your images, and recognising when an image is finished.
3. Exploring Photoshop Techniques
Using layers, masks and adjustments in different ways to achieve more flexible and creative results.
4. Behind the Image
Exploring the processing and creative decisions behind one of Sandra's award-winning images, from the original photograph to the finished work.
Your Questions & Photoshop Challenges
Questions and discussion are encouraged throughout the session, whether about Photoshop tools, processing techniques or workflow. The focus will be on exploring approaches and solutions that benefit the group.
What You'll Take Away
New techniques and ideas to explore in your own photography.
Greater confidence in making creative decisions and refining your images.
Practical insights into different Photoshop approaches.
Access to the workshop recording for 14 days