Organizing Your Photos

Organization is critical to a smooth and efficient photo editing workflow. With ON1 Photo RAW 2024, it’s incredibly easy to browse folders, use the filmstrip view, and even leverage star ratings to keep your photo library organized—no more hunting for that perfect shot. The new and powerful search capability will also quickly get you to the photos you need.

Editing Basics

The true power of Photo RAW lies in its editing capabilities. In the video, I guide you through the fundamental tabs in the Edit module, starting with Develop and moving on to Local Adjustments, Effects, Sky, and Portrait. You will get a great idea of what the app can do as I cover the basics first and then dive into advanced techniques to take your editing skills to the next level.

Advanced Editing Techniques

Some of the more advanced editing techniques are also included in Photo RAW. I suggest looking at the magic of the all-new Brilliance AI for automatic adjustments. From cropping to healing brush usage and targeted adjustments with Super Select AI, you’ll see how Photo RAW makes it ultra simple to enhance specific elements in your photos like never before.

Presets and Filters

Photo RAW 2024 comes packed with presets and filters to add that extra flair to your images so you can style them to your specific tastes. You can quickly apply presets, create your own, and use filters to achieve stunning effects. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, these tools will become your creative sidekicks.

Portrait Retouching

I also demonstrate how Photo RAW makes portrait retouching a breeze with AI-powered features, from smoothing skin to enhancing facial features and even replacing backgrounds. It’s one of the easiest tools for all your retouching needs.

Advanced Features: Layers and Resize AI

ON1 Photo RAW also has a layered workflow. Think of it as having Lightroom and Photoshop combined but for photographers. This empowers you to tackle tasks typically associated with advanced editing software like Photoshop. Plus, we’ll explore the Resize AI module, ensuring your photos maintain top-notch quality even when upscaled.

The Complete Ecosystem

But wait, there’s more! Photo RAW isn’t just a desktop application – it’s part of a complete ecosystem. The mobile app for iOS and Android and our cloud syncing service allow you to seamlessly work across all your devices and access your edited photos.

Learning Resources and Support

ON1 Photo RAW 2024 comes with a healthy amount of resources so you get the most out of your purchase. There is a detailed user guide, free video tutorials, or our exclusive education community–ON1 Plus, and you’ll find everything you need to master Photo RAW.

Conclusion

As you embark on your photography adventures, I am grateful for you considering ON1. I can’t wait to see the incredible creations you’ll achieve with this powerful photo editing tool. Whether a hobbyist or a pro, ON1 Photo RAW has the tools and support to take your photography to new heights. Let’s capture those moments and create something extraordinary together!

Get your free 30-day trial of ON1 Photo RAW 2024!

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At its core, Luminar Neo is about pushing the boundaries of photo editing by creating intuitive, powerful and easy-to-use tools that are accessible to photographers of all skill levels. With the goal of rewriting the rules and inspiring users to transcend the ordinary, Luminar Neo offers photographers the ability to leverage the power of next-gen AI-powered photo editing software. One of Luminar Neo’s newest groundbreaking features is GenSwap, a generative AI tool that redefines editing possibilities. 

What is GenSwap?

GenSwap is a game changer that allows photographers to swap, alter and replace specific elements within photos. Using intelligent technologies, GenSwap analyzes photos and integrates AI-generated visuals that seamlessly fit in with the rest of your picture. 

Here are a few ways to explore its capabilities:

Color Customization: Effortlessly adjust and alter colors with just a few clicks. By providing a prompt to GenSwap, photographers can change the color palette of an entire photograph. From vibrant reds to serene blues or eclectic patterns, color enhancements can elevate visual appeal without compromising the photo’s integrity.

Landscape Refinement: Transform a murky lake into pristine, crystalline water to make aquatic scenes appear more vivid and inviting. A simple change can affect the overall ambiance of the shot, intensifying its impact.

Picturesque Details: Adding a bee to a flower or enhancing other foreground elements can significantly amplify the visual narrative. GenSwap seamlessly integrates these details, making the photo more dynamic and immersive.

Background and Foreground Alterations: Beyond specific components, GenSwap allows for nuanced adjustments to both foreground and background elements. Whether it’s enhancing lighting, adjusting perspectives or refining textures, photographers have the flexibility to fine-tune every aspect of their composition.

With the simple input of a prompt, you can make precise modifications to photos while maintaining a natural and cohesive visual narrative. 

You can even get imaginative with GenSwap by blending reality with the fantastical. By integrating mythical elements into everyday scenes, you can infuse dreamlike qualities into your photos to give them a unique storytelling angle.

GenSwap’s intuitive algorithms understand the intricacies of your images. They can help you effortlessly refine the composition of your landscape shots or remove imperfections from portraits to enhance details, colors and textures.

With GenSwap, the possibilities are endless. Experience a new level of creative freedom without the restrictions of conventional editing techniques.

Cyber Week Offers:

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Step into the future of photo editing this Cyber Week and harness the transformative power of GenSwap. Secure these exclusive deals today before they vanish!

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In the age of digital photography, editing your photos is an integral part of the creative process. However, it’s important to exercise caution and avoid common mistakes that can detract from the natural beauty of your photos. In this blog post, we explore eight prevalent photo editing mistakes and offer some practical tips on how to avoid them. In the following video we use ON1 Photo RAW, powerful photo editing software that’s like having Lightroom and Photoshop in one application.

Overdoing Filters and Effects

Using filters and effects can be tempting, but exercise moderation. Instead of muddying up your photo, opt for a balanced approach. Consider using milder filters or adjusting the opacity slider. To maintain the photo’s integrity, selectively apply the entire Effects tab rather than just one filter.

Ignoring White Balance – Too Cool or Too Warm

White balance significantly impacts the overall look and feel of your photos. Avoid the mistake of leaving your images too cool or too warm. Correct white balance using tools like the white balance dropper or temperature slider. Experiment by pushing the slider to the extreme and then easing it back into a natural temperature.

Oversaturating Colors and Vibrance

Vibrant colors can be visually appealing, but it’s important to maintain a natural and clean look. Avoid the common mistake of oversaturating colors, as it can lead to distracting and unrealistic results. Desaturate the image completely and gradually reintroduce color. Using a reference image and matching color saturation can also help achieve realistic colors.

Excessive Detail and Sharpening

Excessive detail and sharpening can give your photo a “crunched” or overprocessed appearance. Understand the best practices for adding detail and texture to your photos. Remember that the structure slider modifies the entire photo when applying adjustments globally. Consider using selective techniques like masks or local adjustments to maintain a natural appearance.

Disregarding Noise – Use NoNoise AI

Noise can diminish the quality of your images and remove essential details. Address noise-related issues using tools like NoNoise AI, which effectively reduces noise while preserving image details. By eliminating noise, you can create visually appealing and professional-looking photographs.

Bad Exposure Adjustments

Overdoing exposure adjustments during editing can negatively impact your photos. Use clipping warnings to ensure you retain details in the highlights and shadows. Utilize local adjustments to selectively apply exposure changes where needed. Techniques like dodging and burning in Local Adjustments can help you control exposure more precisely without making global adjustments.

Not Cropping and Leveling

Cropping your photos can eliminate distractions and create a stronger composition. Ensure your images appear natural by leveling them to straighten the horizon. Use overlays and the level tool to align the grid with the horizon effectively. Mastering the art of cropping and leveling can enhance the overall impact of your images.

Not Feathering Masks

Feathering is essential for blending adjustments and filters naturally into your images. Avoid leaving harsh edges in your masks, as they can make your edits look unnatural. Adjust the brush’s softness or feather your luminosity or color range masks to create a smooth transition between masked and unmasked areas. Remember to feather masks appropriately and decide when a hard edge is necessary.

Conclusion

By avoiding these common photo editing mistakes, you will quickly see the quality and impact it will have on your images. Remember to exercise moderation with filters and effects, correct white balance, maintain natural colors, apply detail and sharpening judiciously, address noise, adjust exposure carefully, crop and level strategically, and feather masks for seamless blending. With these tips in mind, you’ll be on your way to creating stunning and visually pleasing photographs. Happy editing!

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Whether you’re a beginner, have never heard of ON1 Photo RAW, or want to enhance your editing skills, this ultimate guide is perfect for you. Learn how to navigate and utilize the powerful features of ON1 Photo RAW 2023, the leading raw photo editor, to create stunning images.

Introduction

Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your photos using ON1 Photo RAW 2023? Check out this video from the ON1 VP of Product, Dan Harlacher. Whether you’re a beginner in photo editing or an experienced photographer seeking to elevate your photo editing software skills, this video guide will meet your needs. This video will give you an excellent resource to explore the features and editing techniques in ON1 Photo RAW 2023, a powerful raw photo editor that can transform your images. 

Getting Started with ON1 Photo RAW 2023

For anyone new to ON1 Photo RAW or unfamiliar with raw photo editing, fear not. We’ll begin by introducing the basics, guiding you through the process of importing and organizing your photos within the software. You’ll quickly learn how to efficiently manage your image library and easily locate your files for editing. ON1 Photo RAW uses a browser-based approach making it super simple to get up and running quickly.

Exploring Editing and Retouching Techniques

Once your photos are organized, it’s time to dive into the editing world. You’ll discover the tools and adjustment options available in ON1 Photo RAW 2023. From basic adjustments like exposure and color correction to more advanced techniques such as selective editing and retouching, this guide equips you with the knowledge to enhance your images with precision and creativity.

Unleashing the Power of ON1 Photo RAW 2023

For those looking to take their photo editing skills to the next level, Dan explores some of the more advanced features of ON1 Photo RAW 2023, such as layer-based editing, creating complex composites, and quickly adding stunning effects. You will get an excellent review of the versatile masking tools that allow you to apply adjustments and seamlessly blend multiple photos selectively.

Exporting Your Final Masterpieces

Once you’ve perfected your edits, it’s time to share your work with the world. Discover the various export options within ON1 Photo RAW 2023, including formats, sizes, and metadata settings. Learn how to showcase your images in the best possible way, whether it’s for web sharing, printing, or professional use.

Conclusion

ON1 Photo RAW 2023 is an incredible raw photo editor that can transform your photography. Whether you’re just starting, have never heard of ON1 Photo RAW, or are an experienced photographer seeking to enhance your skills, this comprehensive guide has something for everyone. We hope you take advantage of the software’s powerful features and learn editing techniques that will elevate your images to new heights. Unlock your creativity and master the art of raw photo editing with ON1 Photo RAW 2023.

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Ultimate Photography Bundle for New Users (includes Luminar Neo lifetime license)

Ultimate Photography Bundle for those who already own Luminar Neo

Educational courses

Broaden your photography editing expertise with high caliber courses from renowned photographers. With this selection, you can be sure to find the right combination of landscape, portrait and drone lessons for amateurs or professionals alike. 

• Full Editing Course on landscape photography from Albert Dros
  Professional photographer Albert Dros — whose work has graced some of the world’s biggest brands — reveals his editing secrets and teaches you how best to capture that perfect outdoor moment, whether on location or in post-production. Delve into exposure blending, focus stacking, noise reduction and much more – equipping yourself with all the tools necessary for beautiful landscapes every time.

• Portrait Fundamentals from Darlene Hildebrandt
  From camera basics right through to using multiple flash rigs on location, this comprehensive guide will teach the fundamentals of radiant light capturing so that each shot can be as flattering as possible with stunning results! Perfect for experienced photographers or complete beginners – hone in those vital techniques and become an expert at lighting portraits.

• Drone Cinematography Crash Course from Stewart and Alina Carrol
  Learn the ins and outs of drone cinematography – look no further than Stewart & Alina Carroll, a husband-wife filmmaking team since 2012. Take their intensive 100-minute crash course filmed in Scotland’s breathtaking Highlands. In this class you’ll gain insights on how to fly like a pro with any drone, adjust settings for stunning footage, use 5 steps for cinematic results every time plus tips and tricks specifically designed to help develop creative approaches – all presented during 3 live flight adventures.

Creative content

Try a professional style on your photos with collections of creative content from real pros.

• With selection of LUTs and Skies by Mathew Browne, you can enhance your photos to tell more powerful stories. Each item is optimized for Luminar, Photoshop, or Lightroom so that achieving picture-perfect shots becomes even more convenient. Leverage 24 nature inspired LUTs plus 8k footages perfect as background skies – now’s the time to make an impression with every snap.
• Looking for an exquisite touch to add vibrancy and beauty to your photographs? Rene Ledrado’s captivating collections might help you – 25 Northern European skies in 8K resolution, plus 12 Classic B&W presets with timeless elegance! Transform any image into a memorable masterpiece.

Furthermore build up an impressive arsenal of tools such as 125 LUTs, Skies Presets and Overlays from Luminar team members. You can experiment with them within Luminar, in Photoshop or Lightroom). Learn how to apply assets and more from “Image Editing with Luminar Neo: A Complete Guide”: well-structured content, easy-to-follow instructions, and step-by-step workshops, practical and inspiring. The eBook is designed for both macOS and Windows users and comes with a folder containing 62 image files for practice.

The Ultimate Photography Bundle is truly a one of a kind package, available to photographers of all levels. With access to courses taught by world-renowned photographers, an array of creative content from real pros, and an assortment of tools from the Luminar team, you can be sure to expand your knowledge base and perfect your craft quickly and easily. 

Don’t miss out on the chance to unlock the offer – take control of your photos today. Discover the Ultimate Photography Bundle and upgrade your skills.

Ultimate Photography Bundle for New Users (includes Luminar Neo lifetime license)

Ultimate Photography Bundle for those who already own Luminar Neo

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If you’re interested in joining us for what will be an incredible experience (limited to just 12 people), head over to ScottKelbyWorkshops.com and click the New York City link (there are more details and a button to reserve your spot). 

Hope you can join us; it’s going to be an incredible learning, laughing, wining, dining, Lightrooming, and just amazing photography experience.  

Have a great Monday, everybody! 

-Scott

P.S. If you can’t make this New York trip, make sure you scroll to the bottom of the page when you get there and get on the early announce newsletter list, so you’ll be among the first to get access to tickets for upcoming location workshops (like London in September).

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Here’s a link for more info or to grab one of the last spots before it sells out. 

Have a great weekend, everybody! #GoEagles! 

-Scott

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Each week we’re doing a Lightroom and Photoshop tip on the show now, so if you like that sort of stuff, check it out – live every Wednesday at 1 PM ET. Here’s the link.

I’m Teaching at The Outsiders Conference This March

I am really excited about this one – it’s a landscape/nature conference out in scenic Kanab, UT. It’s 3 Full Days of Intense Photography Instruction, featuring an Exclusive Keith Ladzinski Keynote Experience. There are Round-table discussions and 1:1 Small Group Interaction. Includes a Keynote Catered Dinner and Catered Lunches, Contests, Freebies, and Image Critiques. It’s going to be a great experience, you’ll get lots of great shot, and you’ll have a ball.

It’s only $699 for the conference and I hope to see you there. Here’s the link to grab your spot.

Here’s wishing you a great MLK day.

-Scott

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It’s not from the fancy new iPhone 14 Pro. It’s not even from a 13. It’s from an old iPhone 12 Pro. I shot it last week while recording a KelbyOne online course on shooting travel with your iPhone. I’m still amazed the camera on my phone can do what it does. I did edit the image in Lightroom (yes, those are the real clouds that were there that morning – no sky replacement), and that editing in Lightroom part is covered in Part 2 of my class – editing the images I shot in Part 1, all on Lightroom mobile on my phone and tablet.

Here’s what Canon, Sony and Nikon need to do

The low end of the camera market is all but gone. I can’t remember the last time I talked to someone who bought a point-and-shoot camera or even an entry-level DSLR. If I were Canon, Sony, or Nikon, I would release an official statement saying, “We make cameras for professionals. Period.” That’s it. Just make that statement, so instead of the public perception being “These companies are slowly dying,” they may be able to shift that perception to “They make high-end expensive lenses and bodies for professionals, and I sure would love to have one of those” instead of “Who needs a DSLR or Mirrorless camera when my phone camera is this good and getting better every day.”

Just a thought.

The OPTIC West Conference is almost here!

The folks at B&H Photo are bringing their awesome OPTICWEST Conference (The outdoor photo/video/travel imaging conference) out West for the first time. It’s coming to beautiful Monterey, California, on November 6-7, and I’m honored to be doing one of the keynote presentations (along with legendary National Geographic photographer, author, and speaker Frans Lanting) and an incredible team of instructors.

It’s an amazing event, which includes: a Whale Watching expedition aboard the Monterey Princess, with gear from Nikon, Sony, Sigma, and Canon available for you to borrow. There are Macro Photo Sets, a Workflow Pavilion where you can edit and print your work, and the OPTIC Challenge, where photographs can be taken at many natural sets professionally illuminated with Genaray Lighting. You can also enter your work in a gallery contest with prizes for the winners. There is an opening night cocktail reception and of course, lots and lots of great classes taught by that top-notch instructor team over the two days.

You can register to attend the in-person event or virtual online – here’s the link with info or to reserve your spot. After teaching at the OPTIC Conference in New York earlier this year, I can tell you – this is an event you absolutely do not want to miss.

It’s a Football Weekend!

Bama has a tough game against the Vols on Saturday, and the Bucs play Pittsburgh in a winnable game on Sunday (though historically, the Bucs lose super winnable games like this, so I’ll be holding my breath the whole time).

Hope your team wins this weekend (unless you’re a Vols or Steelers fan, of course).

-Scott

P.S. Hoping to have an Adobe Express (formerly Spark) page ready for Monday to share the images from my Tuscany trip.

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And here’s a direct link if you want to watch the course.

Also, there is (as I mentioned) a “Part 1” where I take you on location, right alongside me, where I show you all the camera techniques, gear, settings, and tips and tricks to help you make your best images ever inside palaces, cathedrals, libraries, opera houses, museums and stunning interiors like that. Here’s the trailer for Part 1 (below):

And here’s the link to that course.

You can buy either (or both) courses, or you can watch them as part of a KelbyOne Pro online membership, which includes on-demand streaming for nearly 900 full-length courses on every photography and post-processing topic you can imagine (tons of Lightroom courses. Tons!).

OK, that kicks off this Monday with some learning opportunities. Hope yours is a great one!

-Scott

P.S. Thanks to everybody who came to my presentation in Salt Lake City last Friday, and thanks to the folks at Canon and Westcott who gave me the opportunity to meet so many of you. Such a great town, really great crowd, and Jens and the folks at Pictureline were just great. Thanks, everybody!

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