In this video I show how I retouched a car photograph taken on location, step by step using Lightroom on an iPad. The workflow show how incredibly powerful and useful masking is to isolate certain areas and make the car POP!
Improved SUBJECT and SKY SELECTIONS with the INTERSECT MASKING TOOL in Lightroom and Camera Raw
Fully understand the EDITING POWER of the Intersect Masking Tool in Lightroom and Camera and see how to achieve much improved selections of Subjects and Sky.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to fully understand the Intersect command and use it effectively
✅ Better Subject & Sky Selections for improved accuracy
✅ Advanced local adjustments for pro-level results
✅ Tips & tricks to refine your edits for a natural and seamless look
⏰ Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:59 - Cropping
01:16 - Remove Tool
01:39 - Dark and Moody Preset
02:22 - Adaptive Sky Preset
02:47 - Color Mixer
03:27 - Inproved Select Subject
05:31 - Improved Sky Selection
06:45 - Intersect for Adjusting Brightness
09:25 - Making the Alloy Wheels POP!
10:22 - Global Colour Adjustments
12:39 - Refinijng the Adpative Sky Mask
13:10 - Before / After
Discovering the HOW, WHAT and WHY for creating STUNNING HDR Images | Greg Benz
Watch the recording of this LIVE Broadcast as I chat with Photographer and HDR Guru, Greg Benz and discover the How, What and Why to create and display STUNNING High Dynamic Range Images.
links mentioned in the video:
Greg Benz Website: www.gregbenzphotography.com
Greg Benz on Instagram: @gregbenzphotography
Web Sharp Pro Software ( Create + Display HDR Images ) : ( LINK )
Make PORTRAITS POP 💥 Dodging and Burning in LIGHTROOM
Dodging and burning in Lightroom is easier than you think!
In this video, I walk you through how to use masks and brushes to enhance your photos with subtle adjustments and bring portraits to life!
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Brighten highlights and deepen shadows for a natural look
✅ Use masks for precise control over specific areas
✅ Work with Lightroom’s brush tools to fine-tune your edits
⏰ Chapters:
00:00 - Why Dodge & Burn?
00:14 - Old Method
00:34 - Dodge Brush Mask Settings
02:34 - Dodge\Lighten Highlights on Face
05:57 - Depth + Dimension Explained
06:20 - Burn Brush Mask Settings
09:32 - Before/After
The ONE Slider You Need for PERFECT Colour & Contrast in LIGHTROOM
In this video I show how to balance color and contrast in Adobe Lightroom using the VERY USEFUL Refine Saturation Slider.
✅ How contrast adjustments influence colors in your photos.
✅ How to keep colors vibrant and natural.
Whether you're just starting out or have some editing experience, this might be something new or something you've forgotten about but is a great way to adjust tonal values of your images but maintain colour integrity.
⏰ Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:48 - Luminosity Blend Mode
01:30 - Desaturate
02:17 - The Refine Saturation Slider
Create Atmospheric SPECIAL EFFECTS in LIGHTROOM ( Fog + Lighting )
Learn simple techniques to enhance your photos with special effects.
In this video, I’ll show you:
How to create natural-looking fog in Lightroom
Adding realistic lights with reflection and fall-off for a polished look
How to include birds in Photoshop without needing to cut them out.
Improved SKY MASKS in LIGHTROOM Mobile using INVERT not INTERSECT
Making accurate Sky Masks in Lightroom Classic and Desktop is made so much easier using the 'Intersect' Command.
However this isn't currently available in Lightroom Mobile and neither is the 'Invert from Sky Selection' command.
So what can we do?
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COMPLETE Portrait Retouching Workflow in LIGHTROOM on an iPad
In this video I go through a complete Portrait Retouching Workflow in Lightroom on my iPad …
Photography Life in the time of LIGHTROOM with Brian Matiash
Watch the recording of this LIVE Broadcast as I chat with Brian Matiash (Software Quality Engineer , Lightoom Desktop) as we discuss his approach to Photography, Anxiety, his Go-To Kit, Social Media and Photography, and also Retouching Images in Lightroom PLUS showing some hidden features in Lightroom Desktop / Classic.
links mentioned in the video:
Brian Matiash website: www.matiash.com
Brian’s Lightroom Everywhere Course: ( LINK )
Brian on Instagram: @brianmatiash
BorisFX Optics - Photoshop and Lightroom Plug in (FREE for October): ( LINK )
My How to Print Course: ( LINK )
brian’s slideshow / promo video:
Photography Education and the LIGHTROOM HELP-DESK | Rob Sylvan
Watch the recording of this LIVE Broadcast as I chat with Rob Sylvan, Photographer, Camera Expert, Canon Product Educator and Author.
A writer for Lightroom Killer Tips and known as The Lightroom Help-Desk we discuss all things Photography and Lightroom … PLUS tips for keeping your Lightroom organised and optimised.
links mentioned in the video:
Rob’s Website: robsylvan.com
Lightroom Killer Tips: lightroomkillertips.com
Rob Sylvan on Instagram: @sylvanworks
How to Print Course: ( LINK )
Omnicharge Portable Power Solutions: ( LINK )