Consistently transform your dark & noisy RAWs into stunning Milky Way photos that pop off the screen.
Say goodbye to the struggle-bus and start editing with confidence. Master the step-by-step workflow and create the photos you see in your head.
Registration open November 3rd-7th ONLY!
You didn't spend hours in the cold & dark just to have your images fall flat.
But when you sit down to edit your photos…
The colors are all wrong. More blue? Yellow? Is that airglow? 🤔 It feels like guesswork.
The Milky Way core won't pop. You crank the sliders, mask just the core …nope, it doesn’t look right 👎
Light pollution takes over everything. Adding contrast to your sky? Hello YELLOW… all across your horizon.
Your foreground blend is anything but seamless. Hopefully no one zooms in because it was obviously photoshopped 😱
Brightening your image = NOISE. So you try noise reduction and realize the software at half your stars in the process ⭐🍽️
Sound Familiar? You've watched YouTube tutorials, tried presets or simply spent hours moving sliders around …hoping something will click.
Photoshop feels overwhelming and intimidating.
And your results are inconsistent at best.
That voice in your head whispers:
Maybe I'm not cut out for this.
Maybe singles are good enough.
It’s not you, it’s your workflow
❌ You don’t need more piecemeal YouTube videos from self-taught photographers
❌ You don't need expensive plugins or presets
❌ You don’t need unlock the secret through techniques, tips or “hacks”
You need a proven, repeatable workflow — a system that tells you:
✅ What to do first (and why it matters for the Milky Way)
✅ Which tools to use in what order (no more random clicking)
✅ How to get the same results every time (not just when you "get lucky")
Here's what most photographers miss:
Your Milky Way photo isn't one subject, it's two:
Sky and Foreground.
Each needs completely different treatment to look their best.
And to make both elements look their best, you may need to photograph them as separate exposures:
1️⃣📷 One for a sharp, well exposed foreground.
1️⃣📷 One (or 10+ if stacking) for a detailed, crisp sky.
This is where Photoshop becomes essential:
Not just for adjustments, but for seamlessly blending the foreground and sky into one natural image.
Introducing:
The interactive online course with step-by-step systems to transforming your Milky Way photos.
From RAW processing to Photoshop blending, image worflows and expanding into specialty software.
You'll walk away with:
A proven 4-step workflow to create any Milky Way image
Confidence in Photoshop, no more overwhelm or random clicking
Workflows to edit singles, blends, panoramics, and stacks professionally
Seamless sky-to-foreground blending that look natural
Noise correction methods that bring out the galactic core
Consistent results. Every. Single. Time.
(not just when you "get lucky")A plan to grow into a confident photographer.
What is included?
Courses: Abode Camera Raw 101, Lightroom 101, Photoshop 101
Image Workflows: Single, Blend, Panoramic, Stacked, Tracked, Composites
Specialty Softwares: PTGui, Helicon Focus, LRTimelapse (releasing Feburary 2026)
(complete with updates whenever things change)
How are the courses structured?
(Aka deliverables)
Easy to follow, short videos lessons (with subtitles, chapters and search-ability)
Step-by-step PDFs of actionable lessons
7 Live Q&As per year (RAW editing Q&A and Photoshop Modules 1-6 Q&As)
Weekly “Follow Alongs” to help implement the work
Take a look behind the scenes of the program!
See what you’ll get when you sign up 👀 👀
Your Milky Way Editing Mastery Journey:
STEP 1: PROCESS
(RAW Editing Foundations)
Adobe Camera Raw 101 or Lightroom 101
Learn how to process RAW files specifically for night sky photography. Get your colors, exposure, and noise reduction right from the start.
→ Build a solid foundation so your Photoshop edits have the best possible starting point
STEP 2: LEARN
(Photoshop 101 + The 4 Pillars)
Photoshop 101 Navigate Photoshop with confidence, learn the essential interface, tools, and settings you actually need (without the overwhelm of features you'll never use).
Pillar 1: Layers — The foundation of non-destructive editing and how to organize your work
Pillar 2: Selections — Isolate exactly what you want to edit with precision
Pillar 3: Masks — Blend elements seamlessly without hard edges or obvious transitions
Pillar 4: Adjustment Layers — Make targeted edits that stay flexible and editable
STEP 3: CREATE
(Milky Way Image Workflows)
Apply the 4 Pillars to six different types of Milky Way images:
Singles — Edit a single exposure for maximum impact and dimension
Blends — Seamlessly combine separate sky and foreground exposures
Panoramics — Stitch and edit wide-field Milky Way scenes that capture the full arc or extend your FOV with a horizontal pano
Stacked — Reduce noise and enhance detail through multiple-exposure stacking
Tracked — Combine a tracked sky (no star trails, maximum signal) with a sharp foreground for images that look crisp
Composites — Create artistic Milky Way images by combining elements from different shoots (You get ultimate control! And can practice with any photos)
STEP 4: EXPAND
(Specialty Software)
PTGui — Panoramic stitching on steroids. Choose exactly what part of your layers to merge with one another and which projection fits best.
Helicon Focus — Incredibly accurate focus stacking for tack-sharp foregrounds from multiple exposures
LRTimelapse — Bring motion and movement to your stunning Milky Way images. Create timelapses with smooth transitions, flicker-free results, and expanded control.
I started using Photoshop in 2004, and was teaching Photoshop at NSCAD University by 2008.
My images have been published thousands of times, I’ve won NASA APODs (Sister of Mars pictured here) and have work across galleries and collectors homes.
Every single image I’ve created has used Photoshop to bring out it’s best.
This NASA APOD winner?
The sky was tracked and stacked sky for 1 hour, and then I did one frigid long exposure for the foregroud.
Take a look at what some of our alumni have to say
The course is comprehensive with lots of examples, videos, and Q and As! The sweet thing is we get to go back to the videos and recorded live calls whenever we want when the memory gets a little foggy about how to do an adjustment layer!
-Mamie Wilks
Enrolling in Milky Way Editing Mastery gets you:
1. Core Courses:
✅ Adobe Camera Raw 101 & Lightroom 101
Build the right foundation before you ever open Photoshop
(Valued at $297 each)
✅ Photoshop 101 with 6 extensive "leave no star unturned" step-by-step training video modules
Master the 4 Pillars (Layers, Selections, Masks, Adjustment Layers) with comprehensive video instruction
($1997 Value)
✅ 6 step-by-step Image Workflows (Singles, Blends, Tracked, Composites, Panoramics, Stacks)
Apply everything you learn to real-world editing scenarios
($597 Value)
2. Specialty Software Training:
✅ PTGui for Panoramic Stitching
Stitch wide-field Milky Way panoramas with professional results that surpass Photoshop's built-in tool
($297 Value)
✅ Helicon Focus for Focus Stacking
Blend multiple foreground exposures for edge-to-edge sharpness from rocks to stars
($297 Value)
✅ LRTimelapse for Milky Way Timelapses
Create stunning, flicker-free timelapses with smooth day-to-night transitions
($297 Value)
3. Additional Resources
✅ Custom step-by-step PDF lessons of all relevant PS101 lessons
Download and reference the exact steps anytime, even offline
($597 Value)
✅ Every professional RAW file used in the PS101 course
Practice hands-on with my actual Milky Way RAW files. Download ever single file I use as a demo in the course.
($1497 Value)
4. Live Support:
✅ 7 LIVE Q&A sessions Following RAW Edit -> Modules 1-6 of PS101 to break through any barrier you're experiencing
Get personalized help when you're stuck, no more figuring it out alone
($1197 Value)
✅ 7 Follow Along Video Support sessions
Watch over-the-shoulder demonstrations of real edits, and follow along with the same files getting feedback from Kristine in our community.
($697 Value)
✅ LIFETIME access to ALL future Q&A live calls and content updates!
Never pay for updates, everything new is automatically included
($2497 Value)
Get over $10,000 USD in value….
For just 6 payments of $107 USD
or pay in full for $597 USD
That’s not all, you also get these amazing bonuses:
🎁 Milky Way Photography Editing Fundamentals
Learn the three core RAW editing techniques that make your Milky Way images sing (before you ever open Photoshop). Stop throwing away precious data—this course transforms how you process your files from the start.
🎁 Advanced Photoshop Compositing
Take your images to the next level with day-to-night composites, blue hour image fixes, and creating perfect reflections in water.
🎁 Behind the Edit
Watch me edit real Milky Way images from start to finish with full commentary, see exactly how I approach each image and make decisions along the way.
🎁 Members-Only Community (Priceless!)
Milky Way Editing Mastery also comes with access to our private community, where you’ll be surrounded by dedicated photographers who are learning and creating alongside you.
This is an awesome chance to network, get critique on your images, and build lasting relationships with other creatives.
Not just another course
You will learn how to use ACR/LR, Photoshop, and more software.
And you will also gain a supportive community that is a welcoming respite from day to day events.
We welcome every question without judgement.
Our space is a safe one to grow and learn.
I show up with professionalism, positivity and excitement and I have high expectations from my students.
Spolier alert -> They have yet to let me down.
Our group is full of enthusiastic and supportive people who are on the same creative journey as you.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed*
You have 90 days from today to put Milky Way Editing Intensive to the test. That's 90 days to see if we are a right fit.
I can do that because I believe in my training that much!
If you are unable to edit images of the Milky Way after going through this class simply email support@kristinerosephotography.com to get your complete refund*
All that I ask is you show me that you've done the work.
Why? You won't get results if you don't take action and practice. I can't help you if you don't do the work. And I don’t offer a refund because you changed your mind (we’re adults and responsible for our purchase decisions) but I will give you your money back if you do the work and don’t get results with the program.
*See Terms & Conditions for guarantee requirements before purchasing.
Milky Way Editing Mastery is open for Registration from November 3-7th ONLY
If you miss out you’ll have to wait until November 2026 😱
Wondering if you’re a good fit ?
Milky Way Editing Mastery was specifically created for enthusiast photographers who are looking to…
Start with the end edit in mind. Have the knowledge to confidently edit all of their Milky Way images and be able to know exactly how to photograph them.
Take their Milky Way images to the next level
Confidently open ACR/LR and Photoshop and know exactly what they need to do to create the image they envision.
Be able to plan, execute, and edit their dream images.
Have a whole system view of editing their images, from shooting, to RAW editing, to Photoshop and more.
Josh, an Alumni: From buying his first camera and computer 6 months before the class to selling his prints and exhibiting in a gallery show!
“This has changed the whole process of which I even think about shooting.
Before I even go out in the field, I have a much clearer and tangible vision of what I need to do during my shoot in order to make post processing a fun and easy part of my process.
Kristine is a true teacher. She really loves to teach and see her students learn. The way she teaches just makes sense, it's intuitive and comprehensible.
I went from purchasing my first computer and camera to selling photographs in my local coffee shop in a mere six months time.
Not only have I learned a lot, but I now have the skills to push my learning further. I know I will continue to discover new things as I use these tools more and more.
Thank you so much, as an aspiring professional photographer, Milky Way Editing Mastery and the way it has been presented has changed my life completely.”
Questions? I have answers:
I’m not good at computer programs. Can I still do this class?
Yes! Everything you need to know is broken down to the nth degree and you have individual help via our lives and the community.
How much time do I need to invest each week?
1. The LIVEs are 1-1.5 hours once a week (7x spread out over 3 months)
2. Each module is 2-3 hour of videos (chunked into shorter easy to digest videos)
3. You should set aside a few additional hours for practising!
There is built in down time between lessons so that you will have time to practise and process at your own pace.Does this class teach me how to take Milky Way photographs?
No, it doesn’t. I have a separate program (Milky Way Magic) that does exactly that. This course is for people who have already gone out and photographed the Milky Way and are looking to edit those images.
This class will enable you to take better photographs when you do take Milky Way photos, and YES, you can attend this class before taking your own photos of the Milky Way.What if my images aren’t good enough to practice the techniques?
I provide you with my own Milky Way images to use to practice on in addition to using your own images! Every single image that I edit in the class videos is provided for you to practice on.
Is this class useful for editing other images?
ABSOLUTELY. The 4 pillars of Photoshop are applicable for all types of photography editing, and you will find this class directly benefits all the rest of your editing.
However, we do not go in depth into other genres of photography and their specific photoshop needs (eg. Portrait editing, sports, food etc.)When are the LIVES?
See the bottom of this page for the schedule.
What if I can’t make it live?
Questions are submitted beforehand and every single LIVE is recorded and uploaded to our class portal. You have access to watch and rewatch.
Hi, I’m Kristine.
Your guide to all things night photography!
I work with photographers who love nothing more than staying out at all hours of the night and creating fan-frikking-tastic images of our universe.
It’s my privilege to be able to share exactly how to create these amazing images with you, my students.
Photography is a funny thing.
Literally everyone is a photographer now. But those of us who chase the night sky are a special breed. We find peace in the dark of the night, and we create wonder for everyone who sees our images.
Milky Way Editing Mastery is my program to help you amplify your voice through your images. If everyone in the world could be stopped in their tracks by a beautiful image of our home galaxy and think, just for a moment, about our tiny place in it- well, I think the world would be a better place, don’t you?
Let’s flood the world with the beauty that we create. Don’t let something silly like not knowing Photoshop stop you from creating the images that someone out there needs to see.
And OK, yeah, that sounds a bit grandiose, right? Well, I just had a comment on one of my images from a follower who said: “On days when I despair for our world, your pictures fill me with hope”
I have a big vision for your images, because I know keeping them sitting on your computer isn’t doing anyone a favour.
With the right process, you can create amazing images in Photoshop that have an impact.
And that's exactly what we're going to do inside Milky Way Editing Mastery.
So, what are you waiting for?! Let’s get started!
Registration open November 3rd - 7th ONLY
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$597 USD
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