The "Compositing for Beginners Part 1 & 2" are included here. These tutorials walk you through cutting out subjects, matching color temperature, drawing realistic shadows, and creating atmospheric haze. Even today, the logic taught in these 2014 sessions applies directly to Photoshop CC 2025.
| 2014 Method | 2024/2025 Equivalent | Fix | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | CS6 Actions | Newer CC Actions | Works fine, but check "Conditional Actions" if missing. | | Older Camera Raw | New Camera Raw (Filter) | Right click layer > Convert to Smart Object > Filter > Camera Raw Filter. | | Vanishing Point 2014 | Vanishing Point (Still same) | Works identically. | | 3D features | Removed in newer PS | Skip tutorial 28 if you use PS 2024+. Use "Neural Filters" instead. |
While every tutorial has merit, the 2014 bundle is often cited for specific standout projects that challenged users: Phlearn Pro 32 Tutorials Bundle 2014
One of the crown jewels in this bundle is "Selecting Hair – The Complete Guide." In 2014, masking fine hair strands was a nightmare for most amateurs. This tutorial changed the game by teaching the "Calculate Channel Method" and "Refine Edge" (the precursor to today’s Select and Mask). You will learn how to extract a model from a chaotic background in under ten minutes.
This collection contains 32 full-length tutorials. They are divided into three skill levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced/Pro. The "Compositing for Beginners Part 1 & 2"
Total Run Time: ~20+ hours of content.
For the creatives, the bundle includes "Smoke & Fog," "Rain & Glass," and "Dodging & Burning 101." These tutorials teach you how to paint light and shadow from scratch, a technique that separates professional images from snapshots. | 2014 Method | 2024/2025 Equivalent | Fix
The secret sauce of this bundle is the instructor. Aaron Nace became an internet sensation because of his unique teaching style. He manages to balance technical expertise with humor and clarity.
He doesn't just tell you what buttons to press; he explains why. This philosophy turns the Pro 32 Bundle from a simple "how-to" guide into a course on creative thinking. You aren't just learning to copy a photo; you are learning the logic required to create your own visions.