--- product_id: 5421865 title: "The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 Book: The Complete Guide for Photographers" brand: "martin evening" price: "VT10718" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/5421865-the-adobe-photoshop-lightroom-4-book-the-complete-guide-photographers store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 Book: The Complete Guide for Photographers **Brand:** martin evening **Price:** VT10718 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 Book: The Complete Guide for Photographers by martin evening - **How much does it cost?** VT10718 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/5421865-the-adobe-photoshop-lightroom-4-book-the-complete-guide-photographers) ## Best For - martin evening enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted martin evening brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 Book: The Complete Guide for Photographers ## Images ![The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 Book: The Complete Guide for Photographers - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61TLC1iAn7L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best LR-4 book for advanced users *by D***N on Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2012* My background: I've been using Photoshop since version 5 for both photographs and illustrations and Camera Raw since its inception. I have my own numbering photo-job system, but have reached the point where a good photo management software is needed for my thousands of pictures. Everyone suggested Lightroom 4 (LR4) both for speed, filing system, organization and quick photo development and when it went on sale, I bought it. Everyone said it was a cinch to learn..."Debbie, it's just like Camera Raw, it's so easy!!!."Wrong!!!!! Lightroom 4 has a steep learning curve for both the newcomer and, in my opinion, an even steeper one for the longtime Photoshop user. And although the "Develop" component of LR4 is similar to Camera RAW, it took me several evenings with videos from Lynda.com to figure out that LR 4 is actually 4 softwares in one. I wish that Adobe would have color coded each component...it would have been easier to follow. Once that basic concept is understood, the learning curves straightens out.To help with my learning curve, I purchased two LR4 books from my favorite authors for Photoshop: Evening's LR4 and Kelby's LR4. Both are the best for a certain type of photographer or project. I had a project, opened and stored in LR4 and I was stuck. So Kelby's LR4 book to the rescue. A quick afternoon read of his book helped me out of my jam. But Evening's book is a fantastic reference for your library. It is targeted for the advanced photographer or a photographer with film and studio background that want a full understanding of the why behind all the sliders and tool boxes. Once you have the time to sit back and really learn a software program inside and out, Evening's book is the one to buy.My favorite things about Evening's books: 1. he uses his own beautiful photographs as samples. Each image is a treat to behold and an inspiration; 2. Half of his shots are filmed in the US Southwest...one actually shot a few miles from my house...so his recommended settings work perfect for many of my photos; 3. He has wonderful tips and in-depth explanations for the "why" of all features of LR-4. I am always amazed at how he can explain complex information and still have a beautiful, artistic, clean and easy to read book layout; 4. An in-depth overview of how and when to move and edit photos in Photoshop; 5. Plenty of space in the book to make my own notations; 6. You can tell that Evening is not only a talented photographer, but a great teacher as well; and 7. Evening always provides, in addition to natural light, the why and how to use LR4 for photos shot in the studio with photo examples of each...(I do both, so I appreciate all his information)Only one con: Throughout the book he details the difference between LR 4 and previous versions, Process 2003/2012 vs. the new LR4 Process 2012. (I am glad I have LR4). I wish he had color coded this information, or italicized it. Since I've never used the previous LRs, it was wasted information that I could have skipped. I do, however, appreciate the wonderful updates Adobe has done in this new LR4 and it is critical reading for those that have updated to LR-4. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A clear and thoroughgoing guide. *by N***N on Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2012* When I first got Adobe's Lightroom 4 it had been years since I'd used a version of it- I'd spent the intervening time with Capture One, and had missed the changes that had been put into LR over the years. Once I realized that this was a program with an awful lot going on beneath its skin, I knew I'd be on my own once I got through the helpful videos that Adobe posts online. (At that time the latest version of its PDF used guide was for LR3)That was where I was coming from, and Martin Evening's book looked like a good investment, and I suppose it was.At this point, I've actually read about a third of the book, and I have to tell you, he does go into detail. If you're the kind of photographer who often has to sit in front of a computer loaded with a version of some image processing software that you've never seen before, well, this book is going to be comforting at first, because all the answers really are in here. Even more than its big brother Photoshop, LR 4 is just chock full of keyboard shortcuts and right click menus that make the program sit up on its hind legs and beg- which are really the kinds of things you need to know if you get thrown into a full bore production situation.But having said that, I don't think I'm ever going to read the sections that I won't be using - e.g. I can't see myself publishing a book of my product photos, so I'll probably skip that chapter. But I can easily see a wedding guy finding this chapter captivating reading.This book is clearly written, and detail oriented to the max- it's not the author's fault that there are so many details to cover that after a while the reader needs to come up for air.In fact my problem with the book is really my problem with the program- it's too much for what I need, but I am happy it's there for when I do need it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A really complete guide *by R***O on Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2012* I've read a few books by Martin Evening on both Photoshop and Lightroom and this one - just like the others - is thorough, practical, and well-written. Is it for a beginner? That depends on whether or not he or she has the fortitude to wade through and absorb the 700 plus pages of detailed information and suggestions contained in this book. If a newbie to Lightroom is capable of sticking out the onslaught of new concepts, detailed explanations, and suggested techniques, then there is no other book that can compare. Is it for a photographer experienced in image organization and processing and/or already familiar with Lightroom? Absolutely! It's hard to believe that one person can know so much about a subject and also be able to convey that knowledge so aptly, but Martin Evening is just such a writer. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/5421865-the-adobe-photoshop-lightroom-4-book-the-complete-guide-photographers](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/5421865-the-adobe-photoshop-lightroom-4-book-the-complete-guide-photographers) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*