Want to learn how to remove and replace a background quickly and effectively?
Hello Reader, If you said yes, you want to learn how to remove and replace a background quickly and effectively, then you need to watch today's Livestream on our YouTube channel! Starting in . . . If you can't attend live, not to worry! The recording will be available immediately afterwards. You'll see how to do stuff like this (before images on the left). So don't miss it! See you soon! Cheers
READ POSTSpecial broadcast today on YouTube - travel photography tips
Hello Reader, Ever come home from a trip with mediocre travel photos when you know you could have done better? Travel photography looks easy until you're actually doing it. This week on my YouTube livestream, I'll be joined by my photo tour partner, Daniel Korzeniewski, to share the pro secrets we've learned from years of leading photo tours. We'll walk through real examples from our own archives, show you how to plan ahead and choose the right gear, and tackle the real challenges you'll...
READ POSTYouTube - Luminar Neo Ultimate Guide to Masking
Hello Reader, I just have a really quick note for you today. I'll be live at the top of this hour covering everything you need to know about masking in Luminar Neo. If you miss it, NOT to worry, the recording will be available immediately afterward. Just use the same link (click the image above). Following along the masking theme is another new video for you on the updated mask refinement tools and how to use them. This one is available to watch now! Hope to see you in the livestream chat!...
READ POSTWhat's new on our YouTube channel - check out these videos!
Hi Reader, Happy Easter, if that's something you celebrate. We had a big family dinner yesterday, hence there was no livestream this weekend. But I have posted three new videos in the last four days, all about the upcoming Spring Update for Luminar Neo. In this first one, I go over what's new and updated and provide some pricing information. NOTE: Okay, here’s the deal about pricing! Luminar Neo update pricing IS complicated. Even I was confused and got it wrong in the video above. Let me...
READ POSTLightroom Classic or Luminar Neo, which is faster and easier?
Hello Reader, Ever wondered which software, Lightroom Classic versus Luminar Neo, would come out on top in a speed battle? How about 10-minute edits using the same images? Well, wonder no longer. In this week's YouTube livestream, I'll put both apps to the test to see how they perform. You'll see three different images edited in 10 minutes each using both Lightroom Classic and Luminar Neo. You'll see it in real time! Then we'll review and discuss the results. Tune in at 2 pm EST today and see...
READ POSTHow To Make Better Black And White Photos
Hello Reader, Have you ever wondered what kinds of scenes look best in black and white? Do you struggle with b/w conversion and your monochrome images come out looking flat, dull, or lifeless? Want to know how to create a sepia tone or even a duotone effect with your black and white photos? If you said yes to any of those questions, then you need to watch this. Join me today at 2p.m. EST to learn how to take your black and white photos to the next level. Just click the image above to join in...
READ POSTDo You Want To Master the Light and Make Better Photos?
Hello Reader, The meaning of the word photography is literally drawing (graphy) with light (photo). You cannot even do photography without light - it's that crucial. So, if you want to master photography and photo editing, you need to learn how to master and work with light. Photography tips First, some relevant photography tips. Shadows are your friend. Do not try to make your images devoid of shadows; that only makes them flat and lifeless. Read this for more on using shadows. Photograph at...
READ POSTResending: Luminar Neo Update 1.13.0 Studio Light and NEW Blur Tool!
Hello Reader, The newest update for Luminar Neo is out, update 1.13.0. Are you wondering what’s new, and whether or not you qualify to get it? In this video, you’ll get the answers you need, you’ll see an overview of the new Studio Light and Blur tools, and you’ll learn what else has been improved or enhanced. If you’re ready to see some really cool stuff - CLICK HERE or on the image below to watch it. If you are a student in our Luminar Neo the Complete Course - I will be making and adding...
READ POSTIt's time to get wild and WIDE and make some epic panorama images
Hello Reader, This week Skylum released their latest update for Luminar Neo and their latest extension - Panorama Stitching! So I thought an article with some tips for how to photograph a panorama would be a great idea to help you get started. You can follow along even if you don't use Luminar Neo and use the stitching software of your choice. I will give you a few options in the article, including a few that are at no cost. Read it now (there is also a video tutorial for you on stitching...
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