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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From Flat to Phenomenal – DK

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUN7fTyp3RI The camera rarely captures the soul of a landscape, often leaving you with RAW files that feel flat, noisy, or just a little off. To bridge this gap, Dylan from ON1 offers a streamlined path for a quick, simple, and huge transformation. In the Develop module, enable Brilliance AI to let the engine intelligently[…]

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JPEG in Entry-Level Photography

Summary For many new photographers, the transition from “taking snapshots” to “pursuing photography” is often accompanied by the advice to shoot exclusively in RAW. The following report argues that beginners / novice photographers should prioritize high-quality JPEG files over the technically demanding RAW format and complex post-processing. Choosing high-quality JPEGs is a strategic decision that[…]

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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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ON 1 Editing – 2 Tips – AM

https://youtu.be/hpLJvxzefX0 Anthony Morganti details techniques for non-destructive photo editing using the ON1 Photo RAW 2026 software.He specifically highlights how Versions allow photographers to create multiple virtual copies of an image to explore alternative artistic directions without consuming extra disk space. Additionally, he explains how Snapshots function as internal bookmarks to capture incremental progress and specific milestones during a single editing session. That[…]

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98 hrs ON 1 Photography Conference

 The ON1 Photo RAW 2026 Outdoor Photography Conference, is a live, virtual event happening in 48 hrs February 23-25. Starts in Starts in 4 days • 02 hours • 51 minutes • 30 seconds at time of posting. This multi-day experience is built for outdoor photographers who want to get more confident, creative, and efficient with Photo RAW – across landscapes,[…]

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The 9 Basic Pillars of Photo Editing

A comprehensive nine-step workflow designed to help novice photographers transform raw images into professional-looking results. The guide (in PDF) prioritises technical fundamentals, beginning with essential adjustments to exposure and dynamic range to ensure proper lighting balance. It then moves into compositional refinements such as cropping and sharpening, alongside artistic touches like colour grading and saturation control. While the[…]

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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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Using Duotones in Photo Editing

Duotone, tritone, and quadtone techniques represent advanced tonal editing methods that transform an images’ grayscale values into a thoughtfully selected color palette. Of course many more colours could be used but that would detract from the powerful results that can be achieved leveraging the techniques to produce captivating visuals that[…]

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The Histogram

Of all the tools in a photographer’s digital darkroom, the histogram is arguably the most crucial for achieving technical excellence. Despite its intimidating, graph-like appearance, mastering it is the key to unlocking full control over exposure and tone. Simply put, a histogram is a graphical representation of the tonal values in[…]

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The Bleach By-Pass Filter

https://youtu.be/W8ICusRcGJI?list=PLxhX4-G2OWQdab7VxPoMUPveViGSMwTh8 Summary This video tutorial explores the bleach bypass filter in On1 Photo RAW, a powerful tool for enhancing photos with increased contrast and a cinematic look. The presenter begins with a desaturated, low-contrast image to demonstrate how the bleach bypass filter instantly adds depth and vibrancy. The filter mimics[…]

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ON1 Photo RAW: Essential Tools – FWP

https://youtu.be/RwkM0Loq85U Editing Workflow and Tools This video provides a comprehensive tutorial on how to efficiently edit images using On1 Photo RAW, focusing on simplicity and effectiveness without over-manipulating the photo. The instructor guides viewers through a step-by-step workflow, starting from basic exposure and tone adjustments, moving through color correction, lens[…]

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Making Good Light Even Better – MK

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W73MmLTuJlw Summary In this tutorial, Matt K provides a detailed walkthrough on how to use Lightroom Classic’s masking tools to enhance and direct viewer attention in landscape photography emphasizing the importance of editing to highlight what drew the photographer’s eye when taking the shot, compensating for the camera’s inability to[…]

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ON1 2026 – Fix Perspective in One Click

https://youtu.be/Hnw0GPA7Oyg Summary In this tutorial, Dan, introduces the improved transform tool in On1 Photo RAW 2026, highlighting its enhanced capabilities for correcting perspective distortions in photos. The transform pane, integrated within the develop module, allows users to fix vertical and horizontal perspective issues, rotation, aspect ratio, and shear, all aimed[…]

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Your FIRST edit in ON1

https://youtu.be/RYFGY1m6r8Y Summary In this tutorial, Chris walks us through a practical and easy-to-follow editing workflow using On1 Photo RAW. He starts with a dark, underexposed image and demonstrates how to enhance it step-by-step, focusing on tools like Brilliance AI, the Healing Brush, the Match Color tool, and the Vignette filter.[…]

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Basics of Colour – From Hue to Tone

Understanding the distinctions between “colour,” “hue,” “tint,” “shade,” and “tone” is crucial for anyone engaging seriously with photography. Although these terms are often used interchangeably in casual conversation, they possess precise meanings within colour theory. Colour serves as the broadest term, encompassing every hue, tint, tone, or shade perceivable by[…]

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