Learn how to brighten highlights in a lake reflection without affecting the shadows, midtones, or the blues in the water. In this tutorial, I walk through a precise masking approach using color, luminance, and brush tools to keep the adjustment clean and natural.
Read MoreIn this uncut, unscripted edit, I take you straight into an autumn landscape where the color tells the story. Watch as subtle light and shadow adjustments bring the fall hills to life, while the misty mountains fade into the background, letting the season shine.
Read MoreThe real magic of editing — the kind that pulls viewers into the frame and keeps them there — comes from shaping light and shadow with intention. My Visual Storyteller Bundle will help you make stronger photos that resonate with your viewers.
Read MoreSeeing my images on a true HDR display with Lightroom’s HDR editing has completely changed how light and detail come alive—highlights, shadows, and tonal depth finally match what my eyes saw in the moment. Color or black and white, this workflow makes on-screen editing feel like discovering details I didn’t know I’d been missing.
Read MoreStop guessing where to mask in Lightroom. In this video, I use global sliders like Texture, Clarity, and Dehaze to reveal where the image wants to be edited—then reset them and start the real work with precision.
Read MoreThe new Variance slider in Lightroom Classic gives you precision control over how far your color edits reach. In my latest video, I show how to use it to shape color contrast in your landscapes with a controlled, refined touch.
Read MoreLightroom’s new Dust Distraction Removal does a great job cleaning up sensor spots automatically — but it’s not foolproof. In my latest tutorial, I show how to use it effectively and make sure every last blemish is gone.
Read MoreDodging and burning gets a major boost when you combine a brush with a luminosity mask. Learn how I uses this precision technique.
Read MoreThe histogram isn’t just a technical chart—it’s a storyteller’s map. When you understand how each slider connects to specific tonal regions, you gain precise control over light and mood in your photos.
Read MoreWant to make a desert road stand out in your photo? Learn how to use Lightroom’s masking tools to enhance leading lines and guide the viewer’s eye deeper into the scene.
Read MoreIn this tutorial, I’ll show you how to use Lightroom’s masking tools to selectively target the mist in your photo, giving it more presence and definition against the rugged coastline.
Read MoreIn this tutorial, I walk you through a series of masking techniques in Lightroom to tame the exposure challenges of a mountain sunset scene.
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