Create Amazing Macros in Affinity Photo

Overview

Ready to save time and supercharge your photo editing workflow? In this course, taught by Ally, the creator of Affinity Revolution, you’ll learn how to create powerful, high-quality macros in Affinity Photo—perfect for applying complex edits with a single click. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to: * Build your own custom macros for color correction, retouching, and effects * Automate repetitive editing tasks to streamline your creative process * Batch process multiple images using Affinity’s Library and Macro tools Whether you’re a photographer, designer, or creative hobbyist, this course is for anyone looking to boost efficiency without sacrificing quality. You’ll gain instant access to 30 professionally designed macros and learn exactly how each one was made—so you can start editing faster and smarter right away. To be successful in this course, you should have a working knowledge of Affinity Photo’s interface and basic editing tools. If macros are new to you, get ready—they’re fun, practical, and a game-changer for your workflow. Join Affinity Revolution and discover the power of macros in Affinity Photo! Instructor bio: Ally, the creator of Affinity Revolution, has been teaching people how to use the Affinity creative suite since 2016. Through her easy-to-follow tutorials on Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher, she focuses on delivering maximum value in minimal time—making complex tools feel simple and approachable. Ally knows that learning Affinity can feel overwhelming at first, but with her step-by-step guidance, you’ll quickly gain confidence and master the skills to bring your creative projects to life.

Syllabus

Getting Started with Macros

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.

Creating and Editing Custom Macros

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.

Artistic Color and Tone Macros

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.

Portrait & Retouching Macros

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.

Special Effects & Creative Filters

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.

Typography & Framing Effects

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.

Batch Processing & Automation

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.