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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.

5 Unique Tips for Editing Street Photography

5 Unique Tips for Editing Street Photography

There can be a very fine line in street photography between overdoing your editing and getting it just right. Creating a mood, building feeling and capturing an environment while staying true to the realness and specialness of found moments is at the heart of the genre. And this can make editing tough. Because of this, […]

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Top Photoshop Keyboard Shortcuts for Photographers

Top Photoshop Keyboard Shortcuts for Photographers

Last chance: only hours left for The Effortless Photo Editor at 70% Off In the fast-paced world of digital photography, efficiency is key. Adobe Photoshop, a cornerstone in photo editing, becomes even more powerful when you master its keyboard shortcuts. Whether you’re tweaking a final masterpiece or sorting through a batch of shots, these shortcuts […]

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How to Maintain Consistency in Your Photo Editing Style

How to Maintain Consistency in Your Photo Editing Style

What’s your signature style when it comes to photography? Or are you still trying to figure it out? When it comes to editing your images, consistency will help establish your unique style. It sets you apart from other photographers and makes your work recognizable. Those who love your photography style will start to seek you […]

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Tips to Speed Up Your Photo Editing Workflow

Tips to Speed Up Your Photo Editing Workflow

Optimizing your photo editing workflow in Adobe Lightroom can be a game-changer, especially if you’re dealing with large batches of photos or tight deadlines. Lightroom is a powerful tool, but without the right strategies, you might find yourself spending more time than necessary on each photo. The key to efficiency lies in understanding and utilizing […]

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Landscape Photo Editing Workflow Example

Landscape Photo Editing Workflow Example

Relevant reminder: only a little while left for The Effortless Photo Editor at 70% Off Landscape photography captures the breathtaking beauty of nature, but even the most stunning scenes can benefit from a bit of post-processing magic. Today, we dive into a common workflow that many landscape photographers use to turn their raw captures into […]

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How to Edit with the HSL Mixer Panel in Lightroom

How to Edit with the HSL Mixer Panel in Lightroom

Today, we’re diving into one of the most powerful tools in Adobe Lightroom – the HSL panel (more recently called the Mixer panel). HSL stands for Hue, Saturation, and Luminance, and mastering this panel can transform your photos from good to breathtaking. Whether you’re a professional or a hobbyist, understanding how to use the HSL […]

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New: Effortless Photo Editing

New: Effortless Photo Editing

There is a new comprehensive online course aimed at photographers seeking to enhance their photo editing skills in Lightroom and Photoshop. Created by Josh Dunlop along with digital artist Anna Maghradze and landscape photographer Zach Doehler, the course promises to simplify the photo editing process. It is currently 70% off to start the new year […]

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Exploring the Magic of GenSwap in Photo Enhancement

Exploring the Magic of GenSwap in Photo Enhancement

A new feature in Luminar Neo, GenSwap, offers photographers an extraordinary tool to enhance their images. It enables users to replace specific elements in photos with AI-generated visuals that integrate seamlessly with the rest of the image​​. This tool opens a realm of infinite creative possibilities, allowing photographers to say goodbye to dull and unimpressive […]

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Advanced Masking Techniques in Lightroom and Camera Raw

Advanced Masking Techniques in Lightroom and Camera Raw

As photographers increasingly rely on Adobe’s raw editors, it’s crucial to master the multitude of features available within these powerful tools. Matt Kloskowski’s latest video tutorial sheds light on five lesser-known tips that can streamline your photo editing workflow in Lightroom and Camera Raw. Here are the key takeaways: Solo Mode for Masking Panels: The […]

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Three Ways to Refine Subject Selection Masking

Three Ways to Refine Subject Selection Masking

Mastering the ‘Select Subject’ tool in Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw can significantly hasten the photo editing process. However, its automatic selections might require some tweaking for optimal results. In his insightful video tutorial, photographer Matt Kloskowski unveils three effective strategies to refine these selections. Here’s a distilled overview of his key recommendations:  1. […]

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