Ready to save time and supercharge your photo editing workflow? In this course, you’ll learn how to create powerful, high-quality macros in Affinity Photo—perfect for applying complex edits with a single click.
Create Amazing Macros in Affinity Photo
Create Amazing Macros in Affinity Photo
This course is part of Affinity Photo Editing Mastery Specialization
Instructor: Skillshare
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Beginner level
No prior experience required
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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August 2025
Assessments
7 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Affinity Photo Editing Mastery Specialization
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There are 7 modules in this course
This module lays the foundation for your macro editing journey. You'll be introduced to what macros are, how to install and apply them, and how to keep them organized for future use. Ideal for anyone brand new to macros.
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5 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Go beyond presets and start crafting your own unique macros. This module helps you master the creation and editing of macros, as well as apply them through practical photo transformations.
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6 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Learn to shape the emotional tone of your images using color-based macros. From soft sepia tones to bold black and white treatments, this module teaches a range of expressive effects.
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7 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Streamline your portrait editing workflow using powerful retouching macros. You'll learn to enhance features, clean skin, and direct viewer attention through targeted light and texture tools.
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8 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Unleash your creativity with macros that mimic artistic styles and add surreal effects. This module covers dreamy glows, sketch effects, and bold pop-art filters using layered macros.
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7 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Elevate your photos with eye-catching text and border macros. Learn how to create unique typographic treatments and frames that add structure and style to your compositions.
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9 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Bring it all together with time-saving automation. Learn how to process hundreds of images using macro presets, watermarks, and batch editing features for professional, consistent output.
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8 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
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