https://youtu.be/A4iFpVk1OGI This tutorial by Anthony Morganti (AM) provides a comprehensive guide to layer masking and compositing within ON1 Photo RAW 2026. AM emphasizes a workflow-first approach, suggesting that users establish their desired final orientation and background before introducing a subject. By utilising automated background removal alongside manual refinement tools, photographers can achieve a realistic blend between different[…]
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https://youtu.be/A4iFpVk1OGI see also https://www.anthonymorganti.com/blog/the-new-layer-masking-in-on1-photo-raw 1. The “Orientation First” Rule The cornerstone of a professional workflow is establishing your canvas before a single mask is drawn. You must decide on your final format—horizontal or vertical—and open that background file first to set the project’s dimensions. Pro Tip: Always hold the Shift[…]
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The traditional era of “meticulous brushing” is being replaced by a computational approach to photo editing. Using ON1 Photo RAW 2026 as a benchmark, the shift moves masking from manual labor to a logical, non-destructive workflow. Here is a summary of the five key pillars of this evolution: 1. Modular[…]
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https://youtu.be/IBADtmGhd3I Summary In this video, Scott Davenport explores the significant updates to masking tools in Photo RAW 2026, focusing on enhanced control and flexibility in creating complex masks. The new masking properties area allows photographers to add, subtract, and combine multiple mask layers easily, improving precision and editing efficiency. Scott[…]
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https://youtu.be/XrBR3HrTnxM Summary The video presents an in-depth overview of the enhanced masking features introduced in the 2026 version of On1 Photo RAW, demonstrated using a pre-release version of the software. Highlighting the improvements over previous iterations, the presenter focuses on the ability to create precise masks, such as isolating the[…]
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