Photoshop How To

Are you one of those inexperienced Photoshop users who avoid taking advantage of Blend Modes because you feel that your rudimentary skills aren't up to the task? We'll forgive this common misconception because, after all, there are 27 Blend Modes from which to choose. And that sounds quite complicated.

One big challenge when shooting in in the field is understanding how to make sense out of chaos when confronting complicated scenes. Today's eye-opening tutorial takes this approach to the extreme by exploring the power of minimalist photography.

Have you ever spoiled an otherwise great shot by clipping highlights on a sunlit wildlife subject? Maybe a bright white bird is blown out and totally devoid of detail, or perhaps it's just the wings that are grossly overexposed.

This tutorial from one of our favorite instructors is all about drawing more attention to the key element in a scene when it recedes intro surrounding area of the frame. The quick-and easy trick enables to create more impactful images by separating the subject in a way that immediately draws attention.

Most photographers are well aware of the benefits of shooting in Raw and the much greater flexibility this format provides when it comes to post processing. Yet many of us decide to shoot Jpegs on occasion depending upon how we intend to use and store certain images.

We're wrapping up the week with a rant by Australian landscape photographer Steve Arnold who laments the fact that, in his mind, Photoshop's best editing techniques are the most difficult to use. As he says, "Adobe keeps adding new features that nobody really needs, while folks ignore beneficial tools because they're not easy enough to use."

Beautiful flowers offer abundant opportunities for eye-catching images, even if you specialize in other genres of photography, and these colorful subjects are readily available at local parks, nearby arboretums, nature centers, and even in the comfort of your backyard.