Tips, techniques etc
This post outlines a comparative analysis by Anthony Morganti, demonstrating his photo editing workflow across five distinct software applications – Lightroom Classic, Luminar Neo, ON1 Photo RAW, PhotoLab 9, and Radiant Photo 2 to highlight their unique strengths and user interfaces. Each section details specific techniques for tonal adjustments, AI-assisted masking, and local enhancements while[…]
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Everything is back on track ! Press Release – After the recent issues, we’re happy to say that Luminar is now running as it should. We know this update didn’t start the way we hoped and maybe took you out of the flow, right when you wanted to explore what’s[…]
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https://youtu.be/WvNtmEhLdP8 In the video, Anthony Morganti, video details an upcoming comprehensive software update for the Luminar Neo photo editor, highlighting significant advancements in artificial intelligence and selective editing. Key improvements include the expansion of Bokeh AI to recognise non-human subjects and the introduction of more natural portrait retouching tools that preserve skin texture. The upgraded Skin AI tool[…]
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https://youtu.be/-OuVMXKHqb0 Headline : Great landscape edits aren’t about heavy effects—they’re about subtle, deliberate choices that amplify mood while keeping the scene believable. Professional-looking landscape photos come from restraint, not slider gymnastics. The goal is to turn a flat RAW file into something emotional and atmospheric without losing realism. Most of[…]
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https://youtu.be/pIxhslvb9lM This source provides a comprehensive technical evaluation of five leading AI noise reduction applications, OWNED by Anthony, to determine which software best balances image clarity with detail retention. Anthony systematically tests DxO PureRAW 5, Adobe Lightroom, On1 Photo RAW, Topaz Labs Photo Studio, and Luminar Neo using a high-ISO Nikon RAW file. Through[…]
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https://youtu.be/_Hf6dEzxwyI Anthony Morganti’s detailed tutorial on Luminar Neo’s masking tools offers a thorough exploration of how to selectively apply adjustments to specific parts of an image. The video covers the variety of masking options available, their functionalities, and practical tips on combining and modifying masks to achieve precise post-processing effects.[…]
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https://youtu.be/IFfVp6FE35o Introduction and Context Anthony Morganti introduces his video by highlighting the recent addition of an AI assistant feature in Skylum Software’s Luminar Neo. He briefly mentions that he has created a free mini-course on Luminar Neo, which viewers can download from his website, with a link provided in the[…]
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https://youtu.be/BUZB–WJI_A Summary In this introductory video, Anthony Morganti provides a comprehensive overview of Luminar Neo, a powerful photo editing software. He explains how to import images from various sources, including memory cards and computer folders, and navigate the software’s workspace, highlighting key modules like Catalog, Presets, and Edit. Anthony demonstrates[…]
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https://youtu.be/ZYcrQRCTJAU Summary In this video, Anthony Morganti discusses the recent fall update to Skylum’s Luminar Neo software, focusing on his favorite new features. Despite being late to the discussion, he shares his insights on three standout additions: the photo restoration tool, the new Light Depth tool replacing Relight AI, and[…]
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https://youtu.be/QPAk0OVuDdY Summary Chris explores the creative use of the Light Depth tool within Luminar Neo, focusing on enhancing an image of incense sticks inside a shop. Rather than providing a strict tutorial, the presenter experiments with the tool to demonstrate how it can simulate motivated lighting, adding depth and directional[…]
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https://youtu.be/RAmsdsem2Nc Summary In this video, Jim admits he’s going overboard on the Light Depth feature introduced in the fall upgrade and provides an in-depth exploration of it as he feels it is the most significant and versatile addition to Neo as it allows users to apply lighting effects selectively based[…]
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https://youtu.be/rUVR8NKTmwg Summary This video provides an in-depth exploration of the upcoming Luminar Neo fall upgrade, focusing specifically on the new AI-based Restoration tool designed to bring old photos back to life. The tool offers three modes: full restoration (color and scratch removal), colorization only, and scratch removal only. Jim demonstrates[…]
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https://youtu.be/QHgn7YL1KaQ Summary The video presents an enthusiastic overview of the upcoming fall upgrade to Luminar Neo, highlighting several new features designed to enhance photo editing workflows. The central focus is on the new Light Depth tool, a reimagined replacement for Relight AI, which provides powerful depth-based lighting adjustments that significantly[…]
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https://youtu.be/azW13ZRyVYo Summary In this video, the presenter shares expert tips for enhancing fall color photography using Luminar Neo, demonstrated through a recent image captured near Telluride, Colorado. The focus is on making warm autumn hues pop without oversaturating or overwhelming the image. The presenter debunks common assumptions about simply increasing[…]
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAbGQQNwRQI Summary In this tutorial video, Jim Nix demonstrates how to achieve a dark, moody, gritty urban aesthetic commonly seen in cityscape photography on Instagram, using Luminar Neo software. The process begins with a photo that has already undergone basic cropping and minor adjustments. The key to creating this distinctive[…]
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QestybWv3Lk Summary In this tutorial, Jim Nix demonstrates a detailed landscape photo editing workflow using Luminar Neo, focusing particularly on colour grading techniques. Using a raw landscape photo from Madeira, the tutorial begins with an auto adjust to establish a baseline, followed by manual tweaks to contrast, highlights, shadows, temperature,[…]
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYtqK_7XgSQ Summary In this Luminar Neo tip, the presenter explains an alternative approach to correcting tricky white balance issues. Instead of relying on the global adjustments in Develop Raw (temperature and tint), which affect the entire image equally, he demonstrates using Color Harmony’s Color Balance tool. This method allows selective[…]
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https://youtu.be/eABIxazSEFM Summary The video demonstrates how to enhance golden tones in sunset photos using Luminar Neo’s Golden Hour tool combined with luminosity masking for precise control. Starting with a Colorado landscape, the creator shows how Golden Hour globally warms tones but can oversaturate skies and trees. By applying a luminosity[…]
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As part of our on-going look at the industry we undertook a SWOT Analysis of Photoshop, ON1, Luminar, Capture One & Mobile Apps for the period 2026 -2030. Our report here includes 13 pages that include : ✅ A Title page✅ A Market overview with current landscape and key statistics✅[…]
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In ON1, Photoshop and Luminar Neo First the Basics Colour grading is a vital post-production process in digital photography that goes beyond technical adjustments. It’s an artistic and scientific approach to manipulating colours, enhancing the mood, emotion, and visual style of an image. This process plays a crucial role in[…]
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https://youtu.be/KDFQrHFtvWY In this video tutorial, the presenter demonstrates an advanced photo editing workflow using ON1 Photo RAW in conjunction with Luminar Neo as a plugin. The tutorial begins with setting up ON1 Photo RAW to recognize Photoshop-compatible plugins, enabling seamless integration of Luminar Neo. The presenter walks through sending a[…]
Read moreA quick Summary Spring 2025 Update (April 24, 2025) The major Spring update introduced several workflow-focused enhancements: Other Updates Throughout 2025 Notable Features from Late 2024 The 2025 updates focus heavily on workflow optimization, performance improvements, and user-requested features rather than entirely new AI tools. The Auto Adjustment feature appears[…]
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Summary – https://youtu.be/cTzRQmj-8QY Anthony Morganti reintroduces a new series of Luminar Neo tutorials, starting with a wildlife image workflow. He stresses the process reflects his personal approach, not a universal standard, and aims to give viewers ideas for developing their own. Wildlife Image Workflow Steps Tools & Tips Mentioned What’s[…]
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Summary https://youtu.be/46Md_qXL6Uk Intro & SetupStart Time: 0:00Anthony Morganti opens the video by introducing the tutorial topic: replacing the sky in an image using Luminar for Android. He shows that he’s using an Android device and proceeds to open the Luminar app and select an image from the File Manager. Image[…]
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In this video, the Jim Nix explains that despite the many tools available in Luminar Neo, he primarily relies on just three: Develop Raw, Super Contrast, and Color Harmony. He demonstrates how he uses these tools to adjust light and color in order to transform a flat image into a[…]
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