You can make creative tweaks to parts of an image with a variety of tools in Adobe Lightroom, but it can be time-consuming to brush over exactly the part of the image you want to adjust. With the help of luminance masking, you have the best of both worlds: quick, tightly controled adjustments, without using Photoshop. Local Adjustments in… Continue reading How to Make Local Changes in Lightroom Classic Using the Range Tool (Luminance Masking)
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Winter wonderlands: 11 tips to create whimsical landscapes
While it can be tempting to curl up indoors with a cup of tea and a blazing fire, winter is one of the most magical seasons for photographers—regardless of where you live. The Dutch photographer Roeselien Raimond, for instance, has braved -12°C weather to witness wild foxes playing amid a snowstorm. Meanwhile, in Iceland, Patrycja… Continue reading Winter wonderlands: 11 tips to create whimsical landscapes
Kentmere Pan 100 and 400 affordable black-and-white films now come in medium format
It’s available in both 100 and 400 speeds. Harman Film has gotten expensive in recent years. Even stocks once known for their affordability have taken noticeable leaps in price thanks to availability issues and supply chain concerns. Now, however, Harman (the company behind Ilford films) has announced that its affordable Kentmere Pan 100 and Pan… Continue reading Kentmere Pan 100 and 400 affordable black-and-white films now come in medium format
The best underwater cameras of 2022
Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Olympus Tough TG-6 SEE IT A solid all-around options Best for video GoPro Hero10 Black SEE IT It doesn’t get easier than this for underwater shooting Best disposable Kodak Weekend Underwater Disposable… Continue reading The best underwater cameras of 2022
The best 35mm film in 2022
Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best for portraits Kodak Portra 400 SEE IT Best black-and-white Kodak Tri-X SEE IT Best slide film Kodak Ektachrome SEE IT For the better part of the 20th century, 35mm film was the primary… Continue reading The best 35mm film in 2022
How to Create a Signature Look for Your Photos With Lightroom Classic
If you follow photographers on social media, try this out: open your favorite app, start scrolling, but try not to look at who posted the photo. Now, try to guess the photographer behind each image. It might be easier than you think, thanks to each photographer’s signature look. A signature look is the repeated combination of shooting… Continue reading How to Create a Signature Look for Your Photos With Lightroom Classic
How to Add Color in Lightroom Classic Using Hue, Saturation, and Luminance
“How do I edit my photo to look like (insert famous photographer’s name)?” Certain photographers have unique, signature styles that others try to emulate. All kinds of things go into a signature style, from the choice of subject matter to the shooting approach, equipment, and a lot of small choices that are unique to every… Continue reading How to Add Color in Lightroom Classic Using Hue, Saturation, and Luminance
How to Use Batch Processing in Lightroom Classic
You’ve just wrapped up that newest award winning photoshoot and you’re ready to process your images to get them looking their best. After copying your images you find that you’ve captured far more images than you realize, and you’re already feeling overwhelmed by the amount of editing you have on your plate. Have no fear! … Continue reading How to Use Batch Processing in Lightroom Classic
How to Use the Histogram in Lightroom Classic
In several previous articles, we’ve discussed how to interpret the histogram on your camera. While shooting, you can use this handy tool to check your highlights and shadows to make sure there isn’t an unacceptable amount of clipping. Unfortunately, if you spot a problem in-camera, the best you can do is adapt your settings and… Continue reading How to Use the Histogram in Lightroom Classic
How to Correct Tone and Contrast in Photos With Lightroom Classic
If you’ve spent any time in Adobe Lightroom, you’ve probably seen just how many sliders it includes for adjustment. Each slider controls a different part of the look and feel of your image. Using them together to correct your images means that even an imperfect exposure can become a stunning photograph. In this tutorial, we’re… Continue reading How to Correct Tone and Contrast in Photos With Lightroom Classic