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In this week’s video I cover all the function, shortcuts, tips and artful use of the Masking Brush in Lightroom. I also provide 4 processing sessions demonstrating the artful use of the masking brush covering addition, subtraction, intersection and cleanup using automask. Time Codes 01:22 - Intro to the masking brush 01:44 - Brush sizing tool 02:05 - Brush feather/gradient 03:14 - Brush flow co...

This is an update to the Radial Gradient Filter video I presented earlier this week. It was pointed out that the gradient ratios in the inner circle were incorrect. I just wanted to put out an updated video with the correct information. Also included in this video are a couple demos using radial filters with portraits and stage performances. Prior Radial Gradient Presentation: ruclips.net/video...

In this week’s video I start with a quick recap of the radial gradient masking tool and the artful use of the radial gradient. I then follow up with 3 demonstrations of the art of using the radial gradient utilizing addition, subtraction, intersection and cleanup with the brush tool. Shortcuts and helpful tips are included throughout the video. 00:52 - Introduction to the radial masking tool 02...

In this week’s video I start with a quick recap of the linear gradient tool and the artful use of the linear gradient. I then follow up with 3 demonstrations of the art of using the linear gradient. Time code 01:28 - Intro to the Linear Gradient 02:14 - How to apply a linear gradient 06:00 - Shortcuts used with the linear gradient 07:24 - Processing demo #1 16:10 - Processing demo #2 18:53 - Pr...

The Lens Correction and Transform tools have powerful features to correct chromatic aberration and barrel distortion. But it also has some helpful tricks with the tools to help straighten up you photos or correct colors aberrations. Time Codes 00:39 - Customize Develop Module Panel 01:29 - Lens Correction 01:40 - Chromatic Aberration 02:40 - Manual Chromatic Aberration cleanup 03:35 - Enable Pr...

The Generative AI Remove tool is a great tool recently added to Lightroom. But did you know it can do others things other than remove? It is a great tool to correct blown out areas, restore color or regenerate areas which may have been wind blown. Take a look and see what "out of the box" techniques you can use with the AI Remove Tool. #lightroom_photo_editing #lightroom_photo_editing #generati...

In this session I discuss and demo the use of Compare and Survey Modes in Lightroom. Using these helpful tools will speed your culling process to find either the perfect single shot or best sequence of shots for your viewers. Time Code 01:33 - Compare Mode 05:55 - Survey mode #lightroom #lightroom_photo_editing #culling

This is a video to update the information on the now full production release of Lightroom Lens Blur tool. I cover all aspects of the tool, shortcuts, tips and trick. I also provide several demo uses of the tool. Time Codes 01:00 - Starting Lens Blur 01:30 - HEIC image use and included depth map 02:22 - Blur Amount slider 03:20 - Bokeh types and settings 05:18 - Focus range 05:33 - Depth Map 06:...

In today’s video we go through the new Lightroom Generative AI Removal tool. I cover all aspects of the tools, use, shortcuts and demos on how the tool may be used. I use 4 separate photos to show how to get the most effective use of this great new tool. Time Codes 00:53 - Lightroom upgrade 13.3 which in clouds the Generative AI Removal Tool 01:38 - Use/view of the Remove Tool work window 02:24...

In today’s video I revisit some concepts regarding global and targeted exposure control in Lightroom. Lately we seem to talk around exposure without really addressing it directly. Since exposure is a core component of any photo processing, I thought I would spend a few minutes going through the basic concepts of global and targeted exposure control we have in Lightroom. Time code: 01:30 - What ...

Lately I have worked with friends and colleagues who have "lost" photos while importing into Lightroom. What I found is that they were using a process haphazardly or not selecting the correct destination location while rushing through their importing process. This process I demonstrate is simple in its implementation and easy to remember. This leads to a more consistent importing process and pr...

In this video I go through the explanation, use example and demonstration of Contrast, Clarity and Texture. These contrast controls allow us to assist the viewer to concentrate on specific areas of the photograph. I also go through the use of these contrast tools with selective masking. Using masking allows us to enhance very specific areas of the photograph with targeted contrast changes. Cont...

In this session I cover the explanation, setup and use of the Lightroom Adjustments brush settings: Feather, Flow and Density. I provide samples of how each of these details work in Lightroom and how to set them up for effective adjustments of your photos.

In this week's session I fully process a photo utilizing Lightroom masking to control exposure, color and contrast. I bring out the photos subject with intersecting masks and color grading using linear gradients. Finally I close out the session by showing how to use a radial gradient to make a fully customizable vignette. #lightroom #masking #colorgrading #colorgradingtutorial #intersectingmask...

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