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- ANOTHER SEASON COMES TO A CLOSE
- INVITATION: SPS AWARD LUNCHEON
- FOCUS ON: AI PHOTOGRAPHY CRITQUE, NEIL SHAPIRO
- LEARN TO SEE...AND SERENDIPITY WILL FOLLOW, ESSDRAS SUAREZ
- APRIL PRINT NIGHT
- LUBA RICKET CREATIVE COMPETITION NIGHT
- FIELD TRIPS WITH JANICE PRICHETT
- ASSIGNED TOPICS 2026-2026, 2027-2028
- APRIL COMPETITION WINNERS
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The Photographer’s Editorial Marketplace with Moose Peterson
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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…
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6 Essential Photoshop Effects You Really Need to Learn
Not every Photoshop effect is worth your time. Some are novelties, some are niche, and some will date your work faster than you expect. These six are different — they show up constantly across editorial,…
How to Use Photoshop's New Offline AI Remove Tool (No Credits Required)
Photoshop's latest update introduces an offline AI-powered Remove tool that works without internet connectivity or generative credits. This on-device feature processes a 4-5GB AI model locally, enabling fast object removal while maintaining complete privacy since…
How to Use the Harmonize Tool for Advanced Photo Compositing in Photoshop 2026
The Harmonize tool transforms compositing by automatically adjusting lighting, color, and shadows to blend objects seamlessly into new backgrounds. This AI-powered feature analyzes both your subject and background, then creates realistic color bleed, reflections, and…
How to Use Split Toning and Enhanced AI Masks in Camera Raw
Adobe's latest Camera Raw update brings two powerful enhancements that transform how photographers work with masks and color grading. Split toning is now available directly within individual masks, allowing precise color control over shadows, midtones,…
How to Use Harmonize and Rotate Object Tools for Better Composites in Photoshop
Creating believable composites traditionally required hours of manual perspective adjustments and color matching. Two new AI-powered tools in Photoshop change this workflow dramatically. The Rotate Object tool lets you adjust positioning and perspective with interactive…
Camera Raw Feathering and Color Grading Features (May 2026 Update)
Adobe Camera Raw's latest update introduces two powerful masking features that solve common editing problems. The new feather and edge controls help create cleaner selections around complex shapes like trees, while color grading within masks…
Paper Relics: 8 Vintage Paper Backgrounds
Paper Relics is a collection of 8 free ai-generated vintage paper backgrounds featuring natural folds, worn edges, subtle stains, decorative borders, and beautifully weathered surfaces. Each texture captures the character of old documents, forgotten letters,…
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…