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.
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 […]
Whether it’s a slightly blurry portrait, a soft landscape, or motion blur from an unsteady hand, image sharpness is often the difference between a good photo and a great one. Fortunately, you don’t have to settle for soft shots anymore. Photo AI takes sharpening to the next level—beyond basic edge detection—using restorative AI that intelligently […]
Old family photos are more than just images—they’re windows into the past. But many of those precious prints suffer from fading, blur, or low resolution. If you’ve started scanning and digitizing your family photo collection, Gigapixel’s latest update can help you take those images to the next level. With Gigapixel’s Recover v2 model, you can […]
Photoshop has remained a linchpin in the world of photo-editing and graphics for decades. For photographers, mastering Photoshop can be the key to unlocking a world of creative potential. However, some tools are notoriously intricate and require a deep understanding to use effectively. Here’s a look at some of the most challenging tools in Photoshop […]
Blurry or pixelated images can still be salvageable, especially with the latest tools now available. In Gigapixel Version 8.3, the newest version of the Redefine tool offers improved generative AI for more realistic upscaling. Whether you’re working with an old low-res photo or a heavily compressed image, Redefine helps restore lost detail while keeping the […]
In the world of photography, the magic often happens in the editing room. Adobe Lightroom, a staple in the photographer’s toolkit, offers a myriad of features to enhance and transform your images. Among these features, Profiles and Presets stand out as fundamental tools for photographers looking to streamline their editing process and achieve consistent results. […]
Whether you’re shooting on a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or even your smartphone, photo editing is a key part of crafting a polished final image. Great editing can turn a decent photo into a stunning one—and the best part is, you don’t need to master every tool at once. By focusing on a few fundamental skills, […]
