Affinity Photo Top 10 Basic Tasks - Affinity Photo For Beginners

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  • @verosirvi
    @verosirvi 3 роки тому +40

    Bought Affinity as my first editing photo tool yesterday, and started watching a bunch of tutorials, so far this has been the best.

  • @abdulbasir8740
    @abdulbasir8740 3 роки тому +1

    Initially, I saw it is a 3 years old video, thought it might not be relevant, but it is not only relevant to current version of affinity app. Even it's among one of the best tutorials out there on UA-cam. Thank you Jesse

  • @velvetbees
    @velvetbees 3 роки тому +3

    You speak clearly, you don't add confusing or irrelevant details. Great video.

  • @lynperosi
    @lynperosi 2 роки тому +2

    Nicely done! I rarely "like" and comment a tutorial video, but this one is on point for the basics! I'm a lightroom user for awhile. I've been introduced to Affinity and since then I've been searching for a tutorial and trying to decide if it's worth it to switch software. This video made it simple and doable! Thank you!

  • @asteria2007
    @asteria2007 3 роки тому +16

    Timestamps!
    1) 0:43 How to open a photo
    2) 1:52 How to crop a photo
    3) 4:10 How to remove an object from a photo
    4) 7:00 How to remove blemishes from the face
    5) 9:03 How to use adjustment layers (to adjust colour, etc.)
    6) 10:57 How to use layer masks
    7) 13:50 How to select objects
    8) 15:25 How to move objects into another photo
    9) 16:06 How to add text
    10) 17:55 How to save and export your work

  • @extremelydave
    @extremelydave 5 років тому +2

    Not everyone is a pro so this is a great help. Everyone has to start from scratch and you just made it easier. Thanks!

  • @colt5830
    @colt5830 2 роки тому

    I just got this yesterday and out of all the beginner videos I’ve watched this is by far the best! Thank you !

  • @JayLangly
    @JayLangly 4 роки тому +2

    Ok so this program can do all that? Awesome. And this was posted back in 2017. I just bought it this week.

  • @alexmoses2177
    @alexmoses2177 3 роки тому

    THANKS Jesse. I am an amateur/pleasure only photographer and have been using Adobe's Photoshop to edit photos. However, as my PS CS5 was a free copy it no longer works and, as an amateur who only edits for my pleasure, I was NOT prepared to pay/rent/subscribe further to Adobe as the costs far outweigh my usage of their software. Now, having bought Affinity One as being the nearest to my limited workings with Adobe PS and the most suited to my needs. I have only now started watching your tutorials which I found concise, clear and well presented and will get me back to editng with fun again. THANK YOU mate! Alex. Keep producing

  • @OaklandTravel
    @OaklandTravel 4 роки тому +1

    What mac app would you suggest for mass photo editing, similar to what lightroom can do? I'm trying to get away from the monthly cost of creative cloud. Thanks

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  4 роки тому

      I don’t know if anything quite like Lightroom

  • @photographybylieven
    @photographybylieven 3 роки тому +2

    By far one of the best tutorials for newbs!!! Love the content and enthusiasm! Subbed! Thank you!

  • @platinumSKATERS
    @platinumSKATERS 3 роки тому

    This is the best top 10 beginner videos i've seen so far on Affinity Photo 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @lerkkweed
    @lerkkweed 2 роки тому

    Learned tons. You're a good teacher. I'll watch it again, probably several more times.

  • @kendrasusan3409
    @kendrasusan3409 5 років тому +3

    I just got Affinity yesterday. This is the first video I found & I love it! I didn't know much about PS. The tutorials always treated you like you should know this basic stuff because PS has been around for years. Because of you, I understand the concepts WAY better & I can't wait to jump into Affinity and get started! Thanks for being clear & basic without being condescending.

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  5 років тому +1

      Yah!!! waht great feedback. I'm so happy that the videos have helped you.

  • @brethanks7838
    @brethanks7838 4 роки тому +1

    I Watched this for one minute and I'm going to buy it right Now I've been waiting for software like this for years!!!!!!!!! I can afford to design again!!!!! Best Day EVER!!!!!!!!!Thanks Jesse!!

  • @shannongower728
    @shannongower728 2 роки тому

    Where has this video been all my life?
    the best tutorial ever

  • @kend4128
    @kend4128 3 роки тому +2

    Very nicely done, Jesse. I've watched several Affinity Photos videos after deciding to abandon PS Elements for AP. This video of yours is head and shoulders above the rest- you speak clearly and enthusiastically, and the instructions are easy to follow. Great job!

  • @thomasdestry5188
    @thomasdestry5188 6 років тому +3

    I am blown away with the possibilities of using Affinity Photo. Your excitement for this program is contagious. 🎉Thank you so much‼️

  • @RichelleDelena
    @RichelleDelena 4 роки тому +6

    Finally, thank you. I've been looking for a video that's not mind numbing. Just bought Affinity and that was great for a quick overview.

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  4 роки тому +2

      I’m so so glad I was able to help you out, Richelle! 🤘

  • @ModulatorUK
    @ModulatorUK 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks. Much better than other basic tutorials that I've seen. Right to the point. No silly jokes around. Concise and fast. I'm subscribing. I've got Affinity yesterday.

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  4 роки тому

      Oh thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it! Welcome aboard!!🤙🤙

  • @Pure-Minty
    @Pure-Minty 5 місяців тому

    Just started with Affinity and finding the tips a big help. many thanks.

  • @hudson701
    @hudson701 Місяць тому

    Amazing tutorial no waffle straight to the point thanks!

  • @DavidMacey1
    @DavidMacey1 4 роки тому +1

    A very good, clear tutorial. Many thanks

  • @ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552
    @ourjourneyonpicoisland-car552 2 роки тому +1

    Would love to see more beginner Affinity tutorials Jesse, you do a great job explaining!

  • @oshawaxpress
    @oshawaxpress 5 років тому +20

    One of the best tutorials on anything that I've ever seen on youtube. Great presentation and delivery of information.

  • @rickmelcher6845
    @rickmelcher6845 3 роки тому +1

    You made this so easy to use. You earned a subscriber. I will watch all your others for sure. Thanks!!

  • @smellyrhinostudio
    @smellyrhinostudio 3 роки тому

    Thanks! Moving over from Adobe and really enjoying Affinity suite so far!

  • @nathaliel.5768
    @nathaliel.5768 Рік тому

    Thanks a lot! A great starter for true beginners. Easier to get going with than Affinity own videos.

  • @jaddkay1
    @jaddkay1 3 роки тому

    Thank you. I'm new to Affinity. Watching many different videos on it. So far this is the best one. Thanks!

  • @mrdbourke
    @mrdbourke 6 років тому +1

    Amazing video! Thanks for all the tips Jesse!

  • @ltdhomes
    @ltdhomes 5 років тому +11

    Jesse what a great introduction to Affinity! It would be helpful to "newbies" though if you could zoom into the icon for the tools that you choose so we know clearly what they look like and what they do. Your movements between them are just a little fast! But your presentation has convinced me to give the software a go. Thank you.

  • @JonelleElise
    @JonelleElise 6 років тому +3

    This was great! Thanks for these key basics...I used to be proficient in Photoshop but stopped using it for awhile. Then I got a copy of Affinity Photo and wanted to learn how to navigate and do simple tasks. This video was really helpful!

  • @edwinjangao
    @edwinjangao 6 років тому +19

    So good photoshop now has its best alternative. Hope affinity keep developing and making more tutorials like this.

  • @kiizahillary8472
    @kiizahillary8472 2 роки тому

    Amazing your a great tutor.
    You have made things easier to follow and understand.
    Thanks alot

  • @IsabellaRodriguez-js8cs
    @IsabellaRodriguez-js8cs 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so so much for this video! My dad is a graphic designer and photographer and ended up putting affinity on my computer and I had barely any idea on how to use it (except levels, because I used to play around on photoshop when I was growing up and affinity is very similar). This video will help me edit photos for decals for my ceramics piece! ☺️

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  3 роки тому

      I’m so glad i was able to help you out, Isabella! You’ve got this!

  • @Bitoypalaboy
    @Bitoypalaboy 5 років тому +3

    OMG! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! HANDS DOWN EASIEST TUTORIAL I WATCHED. not mad, just amazed!

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  5 років тому

      Hahaha, thanks so much Joni for your enthusiasm and encouragement!! 🤘🤘

  • @chipblock2854
    @chipblock2854 4 роки тому +1

    Just bought the Photo program. Affinity has it on sale for $24.99. I have used Corel PhotoOaibt for over 10 years. What I have noticed so far that many tasks I do are easier in their Program. I won't uninstall PhotoPaint yet.
    Thanks for this video.

  • @sandrajohnson2489
    @sandrajohnson2489 3 роки тому

    I had Photoshop several years ago that my son installed on a computer I was using at the time. The computer crapped out and I lost PS. I've been using various online photo editing software to sharpen, crop and straighten photos of my paintings but yesterday I decided to purchase Affinity.
    I'm seeing that it's very much like PS and that's great. I downloaded it for half the price and that's so much less than PS. For my use which isn't much, Affinity will be fine.
    Thank you for making the tutorials!

  • @katherineshock555
    @katherineshock555 3 роки тому +1

    Really clear and helpful thanks

  • @xoelvia8696
    @xoelvia8696 6 років тому +1

    I’m so grateful for this UA-cam channel !

  • @davidwright373
    @davidwright373 7 років тому

    New to Affinity and I coming over from PhotoShop user of almost 20 years. You are greatly helping in the Affinity learning curve ...keep up the great EASY to understand in your tutorials!

  • @MOAB-UT
    @MOAB-UT 2 роки тому +1

    Great tips. I'll add one. I ALWAYS save my files at around 90-95%. Watch the % and you will notice that you still get near perfect quality, but your file size, for some reason drops dramatically. It is the recommended way to save by many pro's. Also, when saving your work, it can be good to also save the changes/history- there is a simple way to do that.

  • @jordanking7711
    @jordanking7711 9 місяців тому

    Also to back up Jesse's tip about adjustment layers, those of you that are saying for Jesse's 5th tip 'hey Jesse I can do the same thing in the main menu toolbar without using an adjustment layer', yes that's true but you DO NOT want to do that. Why? Because if you use adjustment layers, they are non-destructive and you can easily tweak the photos to your liking. When you use the same adjustments in the main menu toolbar, those are TOTALLY destructive. Excellent tutorial Jesse for beginners. Make it seem less intimidating for people who aren't used to or have never used Photoshop before

  • @Fralland
    @Fralland 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks man ! Just got Affinity today. ❤️ from 🇳🇴

  • @alx1533
    @alx1533 3 роки тому

    Thanks, Jesse. Excellent, concise vid. Stanley Park rules! Respect, fam. Subbed.

  • @melindasaucedo5247
    @melindasaucedo5247 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing!! Thank you. extremely helpful tutorial.

  • @user-gn8qk6zv1t
    @user-gn8qk6zv1t 5 років тому +6

    This was actually really helpful and well made, thanks

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  5 років тому +1

      I’m so glad I was able to help out, frog fighter! Get out there and make amazing things!!🤘

  • @Rafaga777
    @Rafaga777 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this top notch tutorial. Really ideal for an Affinity beginner like me...

  • @svwildflowerNAFO
    @svwildflowerNAFO 6 років тому +1

    Thanks, Jesse. I just downloaded this about half an hour ago. Your tutorial really helped.

  • @WilliamCruzing4photos
    @WilliamCruzing4photos 5 років тому +6

    Great tutorial. Appreciate the time, effort and detail explanations.

  • @fstopmediaofhebersprings4033
    @fstopmediaofhebersprings4033 4 роки тому +1

    Bro! I've had this software for about 2 years now and I've refused to stop using my 2007 era Microsoft Digital Imaging Suite software🤫 because I couldn't do basic tasks with ease. You have helped me cross over the line. I may never go back! Thanks for a great tutorial that is easy to understand.

  • @Jostian7x
    @Jostian7x 4 роки тому +1

    great overview, am new to editing and just bought Affinity, but was really not sure how to get started at all, this vid has helped a bunch, thanks.

  • @PaulHillGuitarist
    @PaulHillGuitarist 4 роки тому +5

    Great video thank you! My extremely old version of Photoshop has decided to constantly crash, so I purchased Affinity Photo a few days ago. So glad I did as it is an awesome piece of software! 📸👌

  • @davebressler9343
    @davebressler9343 2 роки тому

    hello, just started using ap . was looking for some good videos (nice intro to ap) this is it, very good clear info for noobs hehehe so thank you. please keep those videos coming

  •  4 роки тому +1

    great video for our best start with affinity, thanks a lot Jesse

  • @Iam18grey
    @Iam18grey 6 років тому +19

    FWIW, when you were demonstrating the Inpainting Tool at 4:57 your flow was only at 25%. That's probably why it left remnants of his jacket. I imagine at 100% it would have worked as intended. Great video!

    • @kayaeki
      @kayaeki 4 роки тому

      yess, thought the same!

  • @sallyludford9087
    @sallyludford9087 6 років тому +6

    I have just bought Affinity Photo and I have found you're video very helpful. Thank you. x

    • @oscar23rd
      @oscar23rd 5 років тому

      I just pirated affinity and also fine your video very helpful.

    • @saltlifegull4091
      @saltlifegull4091 4 роки тому

      @@oscar23rd How the heck do you do that, Pirate Bay? Thanks for the tip:))

  • @markferrell2470
    @markferrell2470 4 роки тому +1

    Fantastic job, one of the best tutorial I’ve seen on just about anything I needed to learn

  • @BruceAUlrich
    @BruceAUlrich 4 роки тому +1

    Good tips, Jesse! Thanks!

  • @swbuerer
    @swbuerer 5 років тому +1

    I really like you presentation. I have had affinity for about a year but seldom used it. You have given me a new appreciation for it and I will dig into it more. I am finding I do most of by photo clean up in the Mac PHOTOS edit. But many times want more.

  • @graeme3615
    @graeme3615 4 роки тому

    Excellent.. loved this tutorial.. delivered well, great teacher.. thanks heaps..

  • @kaarlosuotamo3409
    @kaarlosuotamo3409 3 роки тому

    This was the most informative. Thank you

  • @Kleyver
    @Kleyver 4 роки тому +1

    Great Video. I discovered Affinity yesterday, bought it and now I´m trying to learn. You were of great help.

  • @djjacoby1511
    @djjacoby1511 Рік тому

    Thank you for the tips and tricks!!🔥⭐️⭐️

  • @audreyphilips304
    @audreyphilips304 2 роки тому

    Thank you! Thank you! nice and simple now I have an idea how to work with this program.

  • @jameschow732
    @jameschow732 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks , Jesse! This is very useful to start me off with Affinity Photo. Cheers

  • @kcender3771
    @kcender3771 6 років тому +1

    Too cool Jesse! Great that someone is thinking of us beginners.

  • @Nsandy22
    @Nsandy22 4 роки тому +1

    Your video is super clear! Nice

  • @tonymanickam3605
    @tonymanickam3605 5 років тому +2

    Excellent - just what I wanted to get me started. Thank you.

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  5 років тому

      So glad I was able to help you out, Tony! Have a good day! 🤘

  • @sarahbergman7338
    @sarahbergman7338 6 років тому +4

    That was an AWESOME tutorial, thank you!!! Just learning infinity with no design background at all. Def subscribing to you Jesse!

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  6 років тому

      Hey sarah thanks for watching and supporting the content.

  • @jokacentaur2071
    @jokacentaur2071 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you. Very useful information.

  • @hugonunez878
    @hugonunez878 4 роки тому +1

    Great video!! Taught me many things on how to use the application. I had to be my girlfriends photographer for her graduation pictures bc of the covid 19 and this is really going to help me out! Thanks!!

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  4 роки тому

      That’s so amazing that you were able to see a need and fill it! You’re rad!

  • @aurimasguoga1894
    @aurimasguoga1894 3 роки тому

    Great tutorial. Exactly what and how beginners need to learn. Thanks a lot.

  • @MayurPanghaal
    @MayurPanghaal 5 років тому +1

    Super job bro !! love from India 😊😊😊

  • @chriss2595
    @chriss2595 5 років тому +17

    I like your style and the content is really to the point and very well explained. Thx a lot.
    And thanks to you I gonna purchase the Affinity products.

  • @cd3202
    @cd3202 5 років тому +1

    Awesome video man!!!

  • @fijiand0ll91
    @fijiand0ll91 4 роки тому +1

    You're Awesome, Thank you Jesse !

  • @1kevinkat
    @1kevinkat 4 роки тому +1

    Really helpfull for a starter with Affinity Photo, just bought it and you can do amazing things as you shown Thanx.

  • @DivisionStreetDrums
    @DivisionStreetDrums 7 років тому

    Your series regarding Affinity is helping me immensely, Thank You

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  7 років тому

      I'm so glad, let me know if you ever have any questions.

  • @maxcruz5936
    @maxcruz5936 5 років тому +2

    I'm looking for a app to make labels for bottle, tincture labels for a bottle and other labels for honey jars and so on and I'm debating whether to buy affinity photo or affinity design and not sure what to pick or if I should get a different app all together for my Mac. I've used photoshop years ago so I have some knowledge and wanted to get photoshop but now I have to pay monthly so not gonna do that. I just want to buy I once. any help would be great

  • @GustavoOcampoBecerra
    @GustavoOcampoBecerra 6 років тому +1

    Again, and Again, Thank you for this great work Brother!

  • @minamiankit7334
    @minamiankit7334 4 роки тому +1

    thanks alot for the short guidance

  • @Onthegoart7790
    @Onthegoart7790 7 років тому

    This has been the best, most clearly explained video I've watched this week! You are superb man in your explanations and examples! I was doubting that I purchased this because my gawd I ended up with so many unworkable layers and was about to ask for my money back lol.
    You've saved Affinity photo some money on this day lol! Outstanding video, I've subscribed and I hope to become a pro with this to help with my business. Thanks a lot man!

  • @MayurPanghaal
    @MayurPanghaal 5 років тому +1

    Im almost done with photoshop . Happy about it.

  • @kellyriardrichardson3282
    @kellyriardrichardson3282 3 роки тому

    Thank you for making this tutorial. Simple, easy instructions which you put across in a great way. Looking forward to learn more from you.

  • @richardsweeney709
    @richardsweeney709 4 роки тому +1

    When the program opens or launches it's in Develop Persona. If your not in the Photo Persona the healing tool isn't available and I didn't see that mentioned at the start when you opened a photo.
    Should the photo be opened in the Photo Persona first and then developed?

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  4 роки тому

      it depends on your workflow

    • @fortyfivefoto
      @fortyfivefoto 4 роки тому +1

      @@JesseShowalter wow... thank you for that helpful reply! Luckily I figured it out. If only certain tos are available in certain modes, you might want to add that tidbit of information in your presentation.

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  4 роки тому

      That’s a great tip!

  • @Kingsbourne
    @Kingsbourne 4 роки тому +1

    Great tutorial. Thanks

  • @yourspiritrocks
    @yourspiritrocks 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the basics. It confirms what I was only guessing at on my own.

    • @JesseShowalter
      @JesseShowalter  4 роки тому

      You’re so welcome, Christopher! Get out there and make rad things!

  • @georgegermain9773
    @georgegermain9773 5 років тому +1

    Great job on the video!

  • @dbkfrogkaty1
    @dbkfrogkaty1 5 років тому +1

    Is there some where in the program that tells you about the photo? Metadata, F-stop, shutter speed, ISO, camera used, lens used, etc. Does the program organize your photos so you can pick which ones you want to edit? Thanks for the video.

  • @eyewaves...
    @eyewaves... 5 років тому +1

    Great tutorial ....thank you.

  • @albertjoseph8217
    @albertjoseph8217 5 років тому +1

    I am a beginner in editing and a friend recommended Affinity to me. I will be buying it shortly!

  • @dianna-lynnlundgren180
    @dianna-lynnlundgren180 4 роки тому +3

    I found your tutorial informative and helpful, thank you! I had already downloaded the Affinity suite comprising three programs for 90 days (during this current COVID crisis) as a FREE TRIAL during the current situation. However, I'd already decided that I will purchase them as I want to pursue learning more about how to use the Affinity Photo and Publisher programs.
    I'd REALLY appreciate you doing more videos tutorials on how to use these programs, as I'm a visual learner, so if I can see it done I can duplicate it!! As a semi-pro photographer and copy/line editor I'm quite interested in learning more about these programs as I can see them being very useful for me.
    After viewing this video, I went onto your personal website and noted that you'll be offering a few courses on design soon, maybe you could do some for other things, like more in-depth photo editing? I like your style in explaining, but I'm finding that I'm having to rewind quite a bit so I don't miss anything because you talk so fast!! :)

  • @WTKENG
    @WTKENG 4 роки тому +2

    Hey, Just downloaded the software, trying to get to know the software a little more. Thank you for the brief and insightful vid. I appreciate it man.

  • @robbiewsmith
    @robbiewsmith 5 років тому +1

    Great tutorial mate.

  • @XRP_321
    @XRP_321 2 роки тому

    thank you sir . just what i needed

  • @chariots8x230
    @chariots8x230 2 роки тому

    When I tried to give my text a color using the color menu as you demonstrated here, it gave my text a color outline instead of changing its color 17:34
    Does anybody know what the problem could be? I followed the steps in this video but for some reason a colored outline was added to my text. I wasn’t trying to add an outline. I just wanted to change the color of the text.

  • @webphone5167
    @webphone5167 4 роки тому

    Nice work. Please I have a question. How can I drop a shadow in Affinity like in Photoshop

  • @accentontheoff
    @accentontheoff 3 роки тому

    This is such a beautiful piece of software that I can’t help wondering what we are losing when it’s compared to Photoshop. Great tutorial, thanks.

    • @terrymcgovern6846
      @terrymcgovern6846 2 роки тому +1

      Like every other inexpensive attempt to emulate Photoshop, it loses a lot of the depth, especially in the ease and quality of selections and masking, and the content aware features. Today people tell me that Affinity is "just as good as Photoshop." 20 years ago they were telling me that Paint Shop Pro was "just as good as Photoshop." Yet today, Photoshop is still the industry standard, not GIMP, not PSP, and not affinity Photo. There's a reason for that. Even in this video he uses Photoshop names for tools, like saying "clone stamp" instead of clone brush, which is what AF calls it, or "quick selection," which is what Photoshop calls the selection brush. It will be a long time before Photoshop is replaced.

    • @accentontheoff
      @accentontheoff 2 роки тому

      @@terrymcgovern6846 I did ask the question just for comparison sake but at the same time I do have the advantage of never having used PS. Hence I guess I will be taking AP for what it’s worth with no comparison.

  • @micman240
    @micman240 7 років тому

    Thanks Jesse... excellent explanations easy to follow with all,relevant info and no assumed knowledge content... very good. Cheers mate.