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A lot of photographers assume getting published is something reserved for professionals with connections. Moose Peterson would disagree. In his latest class, Moose shares what he’s learned from being published in more than 143 magazines…
Announcing the Photographing People Conference
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Pocket Portraits: Pro iPhone Photography on the Go with Lisa Carney
Most of us pull out our phones, snap a quick shot, and move on. Lisa Carney takes a very different approach. In her latest class, Lisa shares how to create professional-quality portraits using nothing but…
What’s New in Photoshop with Terry White
Photoshop updates are always packed with new features, but figuring out which ones actually matter can take time. In his latest class, Terry White cuts through the noise and focuses on the updates that really…
Family Event Photography: Lighting & Posing Techniques with Clay Blackmore
Photographing family events can feel unpredictable. You’re managing multiple people, changing light, and moments that don’t wait for you to be ready. In this week’s class, Clay Blackmore shares a practical, repeatable approach to handling…
The Sky’s the Limit: Capturing the Power of the Clouds with Moose Peterson
Most photographers wait for perfect light. Moose Peterson looks up. In his new class, Moose shares how he approaches one of the most overlooked elements in landscape photography—clouds. Unpredictable, fast-moving, and impossible to recreate, clouds…
Storytelling in a Single Frame with Sapna Reddy
A great photo can do more than just look beautiful—it can tell a story. In this week’s class, Sapna Reddy explores how to create images that communicate mood, meaning, and emotion within a single frame.…
Blue Hour Mastery: Creating Dramatic Cityscapes with John Dukes
There’s a reason photographers love blue hour. That short window right after sunset creates a perfect balance between the sky and city lights, giving your images a dramatic, polished look straight out of the camera.…
Stunning Night Landscapes: Capture the Milky Way, Moonlight & Stars with Erik Kuna
Shooting at night can feel intimidating—especially when you’re trying to capture something as complex as the Milky Way. But once you understand the process, it becomes surprisingly approachable. In Erik’s latest class, you’ll learn a…
How to Make Stunning Aerial Landscape Photos with Ian Plant
Drones have opened up an entirely new world for landscape photographers. Views that once required helicopters or small aircraft are now accessible with the push of a button—and with the right techniques, those perspectives can…
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Create an Old Masters Painting Effect from a Studio Portrait in Photoshop
Old Masters paintings capture drama and character through rich textures, dramatic lighting, and warm color palettes. By combining strategic dodging and burning with selective color adjustments and composite backgrounds, you can transform a simple studio…
How to Use AI Depth Masking in Photoshop for Targeted Subject and Background Editing
AI depth masking revolutionizes how you select and edit specific areas of your photos by analyzing three-dimensional space rather than shapes or colors. This powerful feature uses artificial intelligence to calculate depth layers, allowing you…
6 New Photoshop Books Worth Checking Out to Learn Away from the Screen
Printed books are still popular for a simple reason: comfort. While you still need a computer to use the software, the learning part can happen anywhere. Instead of slouching over a desk staring at a…
9 Lazy Photoshop Habits You Need to Break Right Now
Photoshop has added incredible AI features and smarter workflows over the last few years to save you time. Yet, you might still be stuck using clunky, manual workarounds you learned years ago. If you are…
How to choose the best Generative ai Model in Photoshop
Stop wasting Generative Credits and use the correct Model in Photoshop the first time Here is a simple guide for the different Photoshop ai models. I think you’ll find it very helpful. Before you Generate,…
Professional Portrait Retouching with the B.S.T. Method in Photoshop
Professional portrait retouching requires artistic choices that automated tools can't make. The B.S.T. method breaks retouching into three focused steps: removing blemishes with precision, smoothing skin while preserving natural texture, and equalizing skin tones throughout…
Create Motion Blur Light Effects in Photoshop
Transform ordinary portraits into dynamic, cinematic images by combining path blur effects with creative background textures. This technique creates the illusion of camera movement while maintaining focus on key elements like the subject's eyes, resulting…
How to Paint Realistic Jewelry on Portraits in Photoshop
Adding painted jewelry to portraits transforms ordinary photos into fantasy portraits with ornate accessories that never existed. This digital painting technique uses careful layering, proper lighting, and realistic shadows to create convincing rings, earrings, and…
How to Sharpen Images Using the High Pass Filter in Photoshop
The High Pass filter method remains one of the most versatile sharpening techniques in Photoshop, offering precise control over which image areas receive enhancement. This non-destructive approach works by identifying edge details and allowing you…
How to Find Missing Actions in the New Photoshop Actions Panel
The redesigned Actions panel in Photoshop can catch users off guard when their custom actions seem to disappear. With the new tabbed interface, your previously created actions are still there—they're just located in a different…