10 Photoshop Updates – JK

Julieanne Kost outlines ten significant enhancements to Adobe Photoshop aimed at streamlining creative workflows and improving image manipulation. She details advanced AI-powered tools designed for the automatic removal of distractions and reflections, alongside a new feature for adjusting the perspective of isolated objects. Significant updates to dynamic text allow for flexible placement along curved paths, while layer cleanup utilities help[…]

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Adobe update Lightroom Classic to v15.3

Adobe’s update to Lightroom Classic version 15.3 introduces significant enhancements centered on Firefly AI integration and improved workflow efficiency. More on Firefly here from Julieanne Kost of Adobe. Lightroom Classic has officially shed its “slider-only” skin, becoming a cloud-connected AI powerhouse. In version 15.3, your creative vision is no longer tethered to a progress[…]

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Global Contrast Using MVA- TK/TD

Todd Dominey video https://youtu.be/BTe0JLe5g2Y Tony Kuyper website https://goodlight.us/ MVA = Median Value Adjustment This blog entry introduces a sophisticated method for refining image contrast by identifying the true tonal midpoint rather than relying on default software settings. Standard adjustment tools often assume a universal balance point, which frequently leads to unwanted darkening in low-key photos or[…]

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ACR 18.3 New Features – JK

https://youtu.be/2WDnMKtmCeY The video tutorial by Julieanne Kost introduces the new features in Adobe Camera Raw 18.3, focusing on depth range masking, lens correction, and film-inspired presets. The provided text outlines the sophisticated updates introduced in Adobe Camera Raw 18.3, focusing on tools that refine both technical accuracy and creative expression. A[…]

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Directional Light using Reflected Gradients – DK

https://youtu.be/-5crXx6GSHE This tutorial demonstrates how to use ON1 Photo RAW to create directional light using reflected gradients (the principles apply to most any app supporting such) to enhance dull images by creating directional lighting. The process begins with preliminary adjustments to tone and contrast, followed by a conversion to black and white to better focus the[…]

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LR Classic – Multiple masks in 1 click – JK

https://youtu.be/tVCV0VmoZnw Julieanne Kost uses custom Lightroom Classic presets to speed up photo editing by automating complex masking tasks using presets for masking. Rather than manually selecting individual elements, these tools allow photographers to generate sets of masks for landscape and portrait photography with a single click. She explains the technical process of importing the files and[…]

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Lumatic Lab – ACV Convertor

Built in accordance with the Absolute Rendering Standard, this build primarily serves as an ACV Curve Parser, utilizing Cubic Spline Interpolation to transform Adobe curve data into high-precision 3D Look-Up Tables (LUTs). Key functionalities of the ACV Convertor include a split-screen comparison tool, real-time luma histograms, and the ability to batch-process multiple presets into professional grading assets. Throughout[…]

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Recent Lightroom Updates -MK

https://youtu.be/9aeuYeFtO-w Recent Adobe Lightroom updates have introduced generative AI features powered by Firefly, allowing users to create video or edit images through a web-based interface. While Lightroom Classic received minor performance boosts for assisted culling and new support for WEBP files, the cloud-based version added a generative upscale tool utilising Topaz technology. This upscaling feature requires Adobe credits, leading to criticisms regarding[…]

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Photoshop 2026

Introduction The 2026 updates to Adobe Photoshop significantly expand traditional image editing capabilities by integrating advanced AI models directly into standard retouching workflows, introducing non-destructive adjustment layers previously reserved for raw processing, and automating complex compositing tasks. These features are designed to streamline professional workflows, offering greater precision and control[…]

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Clarity, Dehaze and Grain in Photoshop – JK

https://youtu.be/YaTBt6nLOd0 The introduction of Clarity, Dehaze, and Grain as dedicated adjustment layers significantly enhances non-destructive workflows by removing the need for complex workarounds like Smart Objects and offering superior integration into the layer stack. Elimination of Smart Object Requirements Unlike traditional filters or the previous method of applying these effects via[…]

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 AI status icon in LR Classic

https://youtu.be/OZ4BSDXrRH8 In her tutorial, Julieanne Kost introduces the AI status icon in Lightroom Classic, a feature designed to alert photographers when edits are applied in a suboptimal sequence. To avoid the time-consuming process of manually updating calculations, she recommends a specific workflow order starting with Denoise, followed by distraction removal and Generative AI tools. This structured approach ensures that[…]

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Painting with Photoshop -JK

https://youtu.be/6Ealkbzfud0 Summary Julianne Kost provides 10 essential tips for efficiently using Photoshop’s painting tools, focusing on brush size, hardness, cursor options, tool switching, and advanced eraser functionalities. She explains how to quickly adjust brush attributes via keyboard shortcuts and HUD controls, customize cursor visibility for precision, and maintain brush settings[…]

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A Surreal Composite

https://youtu.be/bMXJwZuzP14 Summary In this detailed tutorial, Julieanne Kost demonstrates how to create a complex composite image in Photoshop by combining traditional and new techniques. Starting with setting up a high-resolution Photoshop document, she imports photos as smart objects from Lightroom Classic to preserve quality and allow non-destructive editing. The tutorial[…]

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Color and Vibrance in Photoshop – BR

https://youtu.be/ufLkBKtmgZM Summary Adobe Photoshop 2026 has introduced a long-awaited tool: the Color and Vibrance adjustment layer, which now includes tint and temperature sliders similar to those in Adobe Camera Raw and Lightroom. While these white balance controls are not new to Adobe’s ecosystem, their integration directly into Photoshop opens significant[…]

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Adobe’s Generative Credits – a slot machine ? MK & BR

https://mattk.com/are-generative-credits-getting-out-of-control/ Summary The article discusses Adobe’s introduction of Generative Credits, a system designed to manage the costs associated with AI-powered tools in Photoshop and other Adobe products. The credits are meant to offset the high expenses Adobe incurs when using AI features by charging users based on usage. While this[…]

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Assisted Culling & Auto Stacking in LR Classic – JK

https://youtu.be/F5yy-XpLXOs Summary Julianne Kost introduces the new early access features in Lightroom Classic: assisted calling and auto stacking, designed to enhance productivity during photo import and organization. Assisted culling uses AI models to analyze portraits, automatically filtering images based on criteria like subject sharpness and eye focus. Users can adjust[…]

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What’s NEW in Photoshop 2026 – AM

plus ‘cheat sheet’ & video – https://youtu.be/QTjyBvE2f-g Summary In this detailed overview, Anthony Morganti explores the new features in Adobe Photoshop 2026, highlighting improvements in AI-powered tools and workflow enhancements. Key updates include enhanced subject selection and background removal, with an option to process images either locally or via Adobe’s[…]

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Lightroom Top 10 New Features (Oct 2025 Update) – MK

https://youtu.be/Ccvwvj-BdSk Summary The video discusses the latest features introduced in Adobe Lightroom (desktop version, not Lightroom Classic) as part of the Adobe Max conference updates. The presenter highlights around ten new or improved functionalities designed to enhance photo editing efficiency and creativity. Key features include the new variance slider for[…]

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New Features in LR Classic (v15) – JK

https://youtu.be/dKXqg50v1sA Summary Julian Kost presents 15 new features in Lightroom Classic that enhance photo editing efficiency and quality. Key additions include automatic dust removal, improved reflection removal, and enhanced object detection that now includes shadows and reflections. New color adjustment tools, such as the point color variance slider, allow for[…]

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