Working with Blur & Blur Gallery

with Jonathan Vaines – 8th & 15th August 2025 at 10am (uk) / 5am (est)

This online class will look at Blur and Blur Gallery in Photoshop.

We will approach images with a view to enhancing and twisting images by introducing blur. Adding blur can make the difference to the impact of an image.

What we will cover

Using blur improve the visual aspect and how it relates to noise
Create the feeling of movement and control the direction of movement
How to apply bur selectively to intensify the effect
Use of Path Blur to control multiple directional movement
Applying multiple blur movements in a single image
How to apply Depth of Field in images

What you will learn

This online class is delivered via Zoom over 2 lessons, 60 minutes each.

In this class, you will learn…

How to simplify your images and produce a unique look with blur and glow
How to add action to your images with selectively use of directional blur
How to balance your noise levels to make blur look real
Create a new Depth of Field
How to make things look like they are moving and spinning
How to put drama into skies with a long exposure effect
How to control the colour you have in an image

Meet the Instructor – Jonathan Vaines

We are delighted to welcome Jonathan Vaines to the Photoclub247 team as our resident Photoshop & Printing expert.

He is an internationally recognised photographic judge and teacher, known for his innovative creative approach and post-processing expertise.

Jonathan regularly teaches Photoshop online, both in groups and one to one sessions. He is also an Educator for the Royal Photographic Society and runs processing workshops for them.

Based in Bedfordshire, UK, he empowers photographers around the world.

Book your place NOW!

with Jonathan Vaines – 8th & 15th August 2025 at 10am (uk) / 5am (est)

Members: £22.00 GBP | €26.20 EUR* | $29.80 USD*

Non Members: £27.00 GBP | €32.20 EUR* | $36.55 USD*

Places limited to 30 students

2 Live Lessons + 1 Year access to recordings

£22.00

Access until 31 August 2026

MEMBER PRICING

2 Live Lessons + 1 Year access to recordings (non members)

£27.00

Access until 31 August 2026

* Your purchase will be processed & charged in £ GBP – prices shown for € EUR & $ USD are provided only as an estimate

Frequently Asked Questions

No, you don’t need to be a member of PhotoClub247 to enrol in this or any of our classes (although it is cheaper to enrol when you are a member!)

When you enrol in this class, you get access to the class material and a profile on the Members Portal for 1 year.

You DON’T get access to the Webinar Replay Library – you will need to Join as a PhotoClub247 member to access it.

Yes! You can read/watch the content on any device including laptops, smartphones and tablets.

You can join the Live lessons using a mobile device, although we find it is a better option to use a desktop or laptop computer.

You can watch the Live Lessons on any internet enabled device.

We use Zoom to host these live lessons.

If you have never used Zoom before, please consult the Zoom Help pages with advice on how to install and use Zoom – Joining A Zoom Meeting

You have access to all the lessons, videos and recordings of the Live Lessons for 1 year from the end of the class.

Yes, the Live lessons will be recorded and published in the class content so you can catch up at anytime. You have access to the class material, including the recordings, for 1 year from the end of the class.

You can ask questions during the lesson using the Zoom comments section. Or you can unmute your microphone and ask the question directly to the instructor. The instructor will give you guidance on this at the start of the live lesson.

If you have a question about the lesson when watching the recording, each class has its own dedicated “Secret Space” on the members portal, exclusive to attendees of the class. You can post your questions/comments in this space and get help from the instructor and other attendees.

We use Zoom for the Live lessons.

You have the option to turn off your camera if you don’t want to appear on screen to the other attendees.

If you have any further questions in advance of booking a place on this class, please get in touch. Always happy to help!