Take your photos to the next level with these innovative, step-by-step editing guides for Photoshop, Lightroom and many other post-processing photography tools.
Shooting in RAW gives you the most control in post-processing—but it also often means dealing with aggressive noise, especially in low-light or high-ISO situations. That’s where Photo AI’s RAW Denoise models come in. It is currently $30 off if you try it on any of your photos. Built specifically for RAW Bayer sensor data, these […]
The art of photography has been inseparable from the techniques employed in editing and post-production. Among these, masking stands out as an invaluable tool that has allowed photographers to perfect their images, manipulate backgrounds, and create composite pictures with intricate detail. But masking in photo editing isn’t something that came about overnight; it has a […]
Old family photos, scanned film, or even shots from dusty camera gear often come with visible imperfections—scratches, dust spots, and surface damage that distract from the image itself. With Photo AI 4’s brand-new Dust & Scratch tool, you can now restore these photos quickly and accurately using AI—without losing the original character of the image. […]
Achieving perfect photography requires more than just in-camera skills in today’s environment. Yes, even the professionals now rely on post-production skills to PERFECT their images. One of the most important photo editing skills to learn is called “Masking” and this in-depth guide is here to help photographers master it. “This is THE no.1 editing skill […]
Even the best photographers occasionally miss focus. Whether it’s a quick candid, a long exposure with motion blur, or a slightly soft portrait, blurry photos can be frustrating—especially when they capture important or once-in-a-lifetime moments. That’s where Super Focus v2 in Topaz Photo AI comes in. It is currently $30 off if you try it […]
In photo editing news, the latest release of Photo AI (version 4) introduces several powerful tools and improvements designed to enhance image editing capabilities. This update brings a number of notable improvements aimed at refining both functionality and user experience. They are also offering it at $30 off today to celebrate the release if you […]
Milky way season is in full-effect so I thought I’d share a few pointers that I’ve learned about shooting and processing it. “But Steve, what the heck is milky way season?” Good question. It’s the time of year when the galactic core is visible and it runs from Feb/March til around Oct/Nov. Us southern-hemispherites are […]
Taking beautiful images of mist and fog can be challenging, but it’s a skill worth learning. Fog and mist usually form during the night and are seen at their best in the early morning as the sun rises. Be prepared to get up early to catch the best shots! Use Manual Focus Your autofocus will […]
Compositing is one of the most powerful tools in a photographer’s creative arsenal. It allows you to go beyond what the camera sees and build a final image from multiple photos, layers, or elements. But when exactly should photographers use compositing—and why? Relevant note: there is a free webinar going on now with 7 Powerful […]
Big news in the photo editing world: the Luminar Neo Spring Update has arrived, bringing several new enhancements designed to make your editing process smoother, faster, and more creative. Here’s what’s new: Auto Adjust: A new feature inside the Develop and Develop RAW tools that intelligently balances exposure, highlights, shadows, and contrast — automatically. It’s […]
