Andrew Kavanagh

 

"I thought I knew a lot about Photoshop, but this guy knows his stuff.
He has been helping me retouch old and scratched photos with masks and new items I did not know about
like Content-Aware Fill. He has also been helping me archive thousands of images into Lightroom.
I highly recommend Andrew."
Robert S. Anderson

"During the past 6-months I have found Andrew to be a skilled, patient and effective tutor for me in Lightroom and Photoshop! Andrew does and excellent job of ensuring his students have a strong/broad foundation of understanding of the tools, capabilities and workflow of various software tools-- so his students can effectively use those skills going forward to expand their competency, success and enjoyment with digital photography."
Greg S

"I started taking lessons from Andrew this past month.
When it comes to Lightroom I can not image a person as knowledgeable or as skilled as Andrew.
He has complete command of the program and makes it so easy to understand. Patience is his ultimate virtue
and that really makes the learning process quite enjoyable."
Steven P

"Andrew is an excellent tutor. He is teaching me the ins and outs of Lightroom.    
Soft-spoken, knowledgeable, gracious, he explains things clearly and repeats patiently when I don’t grasp something 
the first time. Andrew is methodical, lays things out simply, and takes it one step at a time. 
He is better than an AAA Triptik. He is also punctual, something I much appreciate!"
S. Korr, M.D.

"I'm a wedding photographer and fine art photographer.  
I needed some basic instruction with Photoshop which involved getting comfortable with tools, retouching,
running actions, and working back and forth with Lightroom. Basically, Andrew had me going in two sessions.  
I'd recommend him to anyone looking to get serious about learning Photoshop.  
He has a nice comfortable demeanor, and each session was focused and productive."
Eric Vizents - Photographer
www.ericvizents.com

"Andrew is an excellent teacher of Photoshop and Lightroom.
Not only that, but he is exceedingly patient (which is really good if you are tech - challenged)
He is attentive and intuitive and, somehow, he is able to make the most complicated Photoshop operations
& techniques clear and simple. Additionally, he is reliable, flexible and punctual and, most importantly, he is fun to be with!"
Jean G

"Mr. Andrew Kavanagh has been my Photoshop and Lightroom teacher for several years.
He is an extremely talented artist, a capable and experienced teacher and a true gentleman.
He is able and qualified to teach from the most basic to the most complex areas of Photoshop and Lightroom
to his students regardless of their backgrounds. He custom designs his lessons to the learning capability of his students.
Being a teacher for many years, I feel qualified to grade people. I feel no hesitation to give Andrew an A+, and I highly
recommend him to anybody who is interested in learning Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom in a systematic and proper way."

Dr. Parviz Azar-Mehr DMD, Prosthodontist and Professor of Clinical Dentistry at USC School of Dentistry
www.azarmehr.com

"Andrew is a highly skilled Photoshop teacher/tutor with enormous professional experience and a fabulous
light hearted way to show you the ropes, no matter what level you are at.
His skill level is astonishing and he is always eager to show you those things that you need to improve your art project.
He is always up to date with the latest from Adobe. I have no hesitation to recommend his teaching to anyone.
He is patient and has encyclopedic knowledge of the best imaging software. Highly recommended."
Devadatta Best - Photographer
www.lightinspiredart.com

"I've worked with Andrew for over 10 years, since he lived up here in San Francisco.
This guy is a total pro, graphics guru. He is completely familiar with all the latest upgrades of graphics software.
More importantly, he is flexible in responding to my interests and desires for particular styles and looks.
He also has a great sense of humor."
Richard A

"Andrew has the unique ability to teach Photoshop and Lightroom in a way that you can actually remember
what he's taught you and use it practically. I've gone to Andrew several times, each for two hour sessions,
and have become very proficient at Lightroom and Photoshop CS5. In a short time I've mastered all of Lightroom,
and am excellent in specific areas of Photoshop. He's a great guy, and I'd recommend him to anyone who's serious
about learning these complex software programs."
Brett Froomer - Photographer
www.froomer.com

"Andrew really knows the software and how to teach it. He taught me how to use Adobe Lightroom.
Now I use it all the time. It's the most important piece of software in my arsenal.
Of course, he's also a Photoshop expert and is always sending me info on shortcuts, updates, and "tricks & tips".
Andrew's the best. He's knowledgeable, thorough, punctual, and jovial. It's always fun to take lessons with Andrew!"
Victor Moreno - Photographer
www.vixtar.com

"I give Andrew 5 stars.
Andrew was very patient, knew the material, answered all my questions, and let me set the pace.
I learned the skills that I needed for my business. Money very well spent."
Ron T

"Andrew was one of the very first members of the Los Angeles Photoshop User Group and has very quickly become
a KEY member and contributor, distinguished by his enthusiasm, reliability and generosity.
As a working Photoshop professional, Andrew has offered our fellow members several training sessions,
which were very well received. His training style is professional, thorough and patient.
He truly cares about the students learning and understanding.

His knowledge of Photoshop is very deep and extensive, and his passion for teaching shows in the quality of instruction
he has delivered to us. The Los Angeles Photoshop User Group is really very fortunate to have Andrew as a member
and he is one of the major reasons for our ongoing success."
Christian Gaspar, Organizer - The Los Angeles Photoshop User Group
www.meetup.com/PhotoshopLA/

"Andrew is a phenomenal Photoshop and Adobe Creative Suite tutor.
I have been working with him since October 2007 and my proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite has increased dramatically.

Andrew prepares detailed, concise and easy to follow lesson plans based upon questions that I email him in advance,
or projectsthat I propose we work on. In addition to helping me with my requests, he also brings his own ideas and
guides me in the direction that he feels will be most beneficial to me, as I learn the intricacies and functionality of the
Adobe Creative Suite.

Andrew is creative, easy going, extremely professional, always punctual and goes above and beyond the parameters of average tutoring. He is always available if I need a little extra help, or if I have any questions after a lesson.

He is extremely knowledgeable and has taught me everything from the fastest way to get something done
(Hello keyboard shortcuts and action commands!) to the most professional and appropriate ways to create and prepare files for sharing, printing, and for use on the web, etc. (Layers and color profiles!)

An added bonus is his depth of knowledge and understanding of the Apple platform.
I have learned more about using my Mac efficiently and effectively than I ever thought possible - a fabulous extra from his Adobe Creative Suite and Photoshop tutoring! I highly recommend Andrew and have enjoyed working with him immensely."
MS

"I have lots of good things to say about Andrew.
Friendly, funny, helpful, conscientious, and always well prepared when teaching.

Andrew also brings a wealth of technical knowledge with him that he is more than willing to share
with a knowledge hungry student or an aspiring peer.

His tutorials are step by step with great flow, where any complex technique become so easy to use.
If you need help with something, Andrew will help you times ten.

I can recommend Andrew to anyone without reservation who needs a great and knowledgeable Photoshop tutor
who is always available to help at any level."
Nora F