QuickTakes:
Free & Focused Photography Tutorials
Looking for a quick way to enhance your photography? My QuickTakes are free, bite-sized video demonstrations, typically 10-15 minutes long, designed to help you master specific techniques.
Whether you're curious about mastering Luminance/Color Range Masks, focusing attention with Lens Blur, or re-composing elements using Photoshop Layers, you can easily pick up a valuable new skill whenever you have a moment. We even include some inspiring photo slideshows to spark your creativity!
Ready to learn? Simply click any QuickTake title or badge to start watching in a new window.
For our post-processing demonstrations, we primarily use Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Topaz PhotoAI. Our camera handling examples are broad, covering bridge cameras, mirrorless systems, DSLRs, and even modern smartphones.
Unlock Nature's Grandeur:
Simple Steps to Go Beyond the Snapshot
Ready to take your nature photography to the next level? Learn how easily you can make your images, like these Trumpeter Swans, truly extraordinary.
This 9-minute video demonstrates the magic of Lightroom's AI remove tool and an advanced 3-part mask. We'll demystify how this powerful mask -- combining a Background selection, a Brush subtraction, plus a Luminosity Range -- empowers you to precisely control your edits while letting Lightroom handle the intricate pixel-level work.
[9 minutes]
Tighten a Composition: Photoshop Layers & AI Selection
I was drawn to the beautiful textures and tones of the driftwood in this wetlands shot. However, the original spread out arrangement of scattered small pieces and a large pile detracted from its impact. I loved the ripples in the background for their texture, but not the surrounding clutter. This was a perfect opportunity to leverage Photoshop's layers and the latest powerful AI selection tools.
This demonstration will show you compositing basics and introduce you to Photoshop if you're new.
[10 minutes]
Refine Your Vision:
Control Depth-of-Focus Like Never Before in Post!
Ever wish you could adjust the focus of your photos after you've taken them? Now you can! Learn how to harness Adobe's powerful Lens Blur capability to precisely control depth-of-focus in post-production. This class will show you how to reduce depth of field, shift focus to a new point, or even apply selective blur for stunning artistic effects. Adobe's intelligent AI creates a detailed depth map from your 2D images, giving you unprecedented control. Elevate your photography and bring your creative vision to life!
[11 minutes]
Unlock Precision: Master Range Masks for Tough Edits!
Struggling with complex local adjustments? Discover how Range Masks can revolutionize your editing workflow! This powerful feature gives you unparalleled control, often providing the easiest—or even the only practical—way to create accurate masks for challenging scenarios. While they have a unique setup, our demos will quickly get you comfortable with the process, so you can start creating precise, customized edits in no time. Elevate your local adjustments and perfect your images.
[16 minutes]
We're pleased to present a slideshow capturing the artistry and craftsmanship of the vehicles displayed at the 2022 Edmonds Car Show.
[2 minutes]
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