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Luminar Now Available for iPad and Apple Vision Pro
It's nice to see Skylum offer the powerful Luminar tools for iOS and a version that runs natively on Apple's new Vision Pro headset.
DxO Introduces PureRAW 4: What Are the Changes?
Just when you thought raw images couldn't be improved any more with external software, DxO aims to show you they can make your raw files look even better.
Radiant Imaging Labs Updates Its Software With Innovative Portrait and Color Style Tools
I've looked at previous version of the Radiant Imaging software, which focused mostly on landscape images. This latest version, Radiant Photo 1.3, offers new portrait tools that focus on natural skin tones and Color Style tools that should simplify the editing process. It's a free update for all Radiant Photo customers.
Streamlining Photographer Creativity With Fundy Designer 11
Photo Editing by Voice? Apple Is Working on It
Recently, we've seen a lot of AI used in image creation, but so far, we haven't seen it as strongly applied to image editing instead of widespread image creation.
Impossible Things VS Imagen VS Aftershoot | AI Photo Editor Comparison
Editing photos with AI is becoming increasingly popular, and today there are some valuable competitors in the market! What used to be a slow, clunky process is now a powerful tool set that can eliminate hours from your editing workflow.
Why Is ON1 Photo Raw 2024 and ON1 Photo RAW MAX a Fabulous Replacement for Lightroom Classic and Photoshop?
Towards the end of last year, ON1 released the latest version of its software. Its newest advancements are likely to attract even more people to it from Adobe’s Photography Plan for some very good reasons.
Mac Photo-Cataloging App Peakto Gets Major Speed Boost
Cyme is now updating its Mac Photo app Peakto to version 1.10, and with it come some impressive speed increases.
How to Fix Blurry Photos in Lightroom and Capture One
Have you ever taken an image that looked great on the back of the camera, but upon closer inspection on a larger screen, was found to be slightly out of focus? This is a very frustrating position to be in as a photographer. This tutorial provides options to help reduce blurriness and enhance texture and detail in your images.
Unfold The Beauty of Layflat Photo Books
There are many options out there for printing and presenting your images. In this article, we look at the multitude of benefits of creating a Layflat Photo Book and shed light on why they are fast becoming a favorite amongst professional photographers looking for a budget-minded alternative to Flush Mount Albums.
Someone Please Save Us Photographers From All These Subscriptions
Photographers today face a troubling predicament – essential software like Adobe Creative Cloud can only be accessed through expensive subscriptions plans. The era of purchasing permanent software licenses has been replaced by never-ending monthly rental payments. While companies tout this as convenient and necessary, the reality is that recurring subscriptions disproportionately squeeze photographers while padding corporate profits.
Skylum Now Adds Even More AI to Luminar Neo
Just a few weeks ago, Skylum added GenErase to the Neo platform, a smart AI erase and fill feature. Now, they are adding the second part of their trilogy of AI tech: this one is GenSwap.
Here Comes Another Low-Priced, High-Quality Astrophotography Telescope
It hasn't been long since I reviewed that Dwarf II portable telescope/camera combo. I found it reasonably priced, ($595 with filters, tripod, extra battery and carry bag), easy to use, and something that was going to excite people of all ages who have longed to take good astrophotographs without spending a fortune or having to learn a lot of complicated science and processing skills.
Virtual Staging AI Is a Game-Changer for Real Estate Photographers and Realtors
I know the term "game-changer" is a tired cliché. However, having put Virtual Staging AI through its paces, I see it's a phrase that should have been reserved for this software, as it will revolutionize the real estate photography market.
Use This Free Windows Program To Verify Which of Your Memory Cards Are Fake
If you purchase memory cards or USB flash drives online, there is a growing risk that they might be counterfeit. Here's how you can test the authenticity of your storage devices in a matter of a few clicks.
20 Secret Features in Adobe Premiere Pro
Luminar Neo Adds Generative AI to Its Photo Editing Software
It was inevitable considering the evolution of photo editing, so Skylum is adding key AI features to its very popular Luminar Neo editing software. The new features include GenErase, GenExpand, and GenSwap. The new tools will be released one by one throughout October, November, and December, starting with GenErase on October 26, 2023.
Use Filmora for Video Editing: Create Stunning Titles to Enhance Your Brand
Whether you are a professional or just starting your video creation journey, Wondershare Filmora equips you with the tools you need, including the ability to curate impressive titles. Best of all, it is quick, easy to use, and affordable.
Color-Match Any Image Using This Simple Yet Effective Plugin
Color grading is a science, and it can take professionals years to perfect. With so many variables in the mix, is this something that you would want to try for yourself? What if there was a plugin that could take out the time involved in the matching of colors over a series of images using a reference image, and in doing so, allow you to get the results you are seeking without as many hoops to jump through?
DxO Announces Photolab 7 Raw Processor and Filmpack 7
DxO Labs’ has released its latest raw development and editing tool: Photolab 7. Plus there's an update to its tribute to analog photography: FilmPack 7.
We Review Luminar Neo: Is It Worth Your Investment?
I was intrigued to try Luminar Neo from Skylum. I’ve installed and used most of the image-editing software on the market except this app. Is it an app worth investing in?
Zoner Photo Studio X: Powering Up with Faster and Easier Features
Zoner Photo Studio X (ZPS X) is an all-encompassing post-production suite and file management system that has been quietly growing into something truly impressive. In the latest update, ZPS X has seen some major user experience upgrades, making it faster and easier to use than ever before.
We Review The Automated Blog Generator From Focal
If you’re like me, then writing a blog for your website is probably the last thing on your mind. But content creation doesn't have to be a chore. In fact, it can be downright simple.
Peakto Announces Luminar Neo Advanced Compatibility
Luminar Neo is one of my top editors, and Peakto is my very favorite cataloging app. Bringing the two together is a win-win for editors because one of the weaknesses of Neo is their catalog/database. It's been improved some, but it certainly can't compete with Lightroom or even Adobe Bridge.
ACDSee Announces Exciting New Version of Photo Studio Ultimate Software
ACD Systems marks 30 Years of Innovation with the latest edition of their flagship software, ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2024. It’s available for preorder and has some exciting-looking new features.
ON1 Photo Raw 2024 and Its Plethora of New Features Are Announced
ON1 Photo Raw has always been well ahead of the game for innovative features. Will their 2024 version bring new and exciting tools to enhance your workflow? It certainly looks like it.
DXO Is Back With a Solid Update to Nik Collection Version 6.3
I go way back with the Nik Tools software. I bought the set before Google snapped it up, then they let it sit virtually idle. DXO got it six years ago and have added their own deep knowledge of photo editing and, I think, fulfilled the dream of what the Nik Collection should be.
More Impressive AI Coming to Luminar Neo
I remember vividly in July of 2019 when Skylum announced Luminar 4, software that featured Sky Replacement. A ho-hum feature for some, it was seen as a major gift by many photographers who wanted an easy way to replace a bland or cloudless sky.
Peakto for Mac Adds Incredibly Powerful Conversational Search to its Photo Cataloger
There are plenty of photo cataloging programs out there. Lightroom and Bridge from Adobe are the key products in the category, but there are many other entrants, including Skylum with its Luminar Neo, On1, and Apple Photos on the Mac side. There are even more for Windows users.
We Review ON1 Photo Raw 2023.5: A Complete Workflow With Outstanding Results
ON1 Photo Raw keeps leaping forward in its functionality. It seems that Lightroom is forever playing catchup with the program's innovative features. The new facilities in the latest release make ON Photo Raw even more attractive.
Retouch4me Is a Shockingly Good Photoshop Plugin
Coming: Luminar Neo Adds a Panorama Extension With a Twist
It's been a while since Skylum has added any extensions to Luminar Neo, its sophisticated image editor. Now, however, there's an important feature coming.
DxO Announces New Camera and Lens Profiles for Photolab 6, and 369 Optics Modules
In its July update, DxO is releasing 369 new Optics Modules.
Excellent and Affordable Video Editing Software: We Review ACDSee’s LUXEA Pro Video Editor 7
Does this affordable video editing software live up to expectations? Definitely. If you want a powerful but easy-to-use app, then look no further.
Printing Your Images: Make More Through An Online Client Photo Gallery Without Being Sale-sy
When was the last time you fulfilled a print order? When I think of print sales, I envision awkwardly contrived meetings where proofs have been held hostage and finally revealed as leverage, using the client's emotions to maximize profits. I know in-person sales is an effective strategy, and photographers bankroll this method frequently. However, for the majority of photographers who don't want to take that approach, providing an online client photo gallery and a few simple suggestions can help you maximize your profits without the pressure of in-person-sales tactics.
The Fastest-Growing Culling Tool: Narrative Select Software Arrives for Windows
“It's not AI that will take your job; it’s someone who’s using AI who will.” Narrative Select is the fastest-growing photo-culling software. Until now, it’s only been available to Mac users. That is about to change, as it becomes available to even more photographers.
Astro Panel X Pro's Latest Version Should Please Astro and Landscape Photographers
I've taken a look at some earlier iterations of Astro Panel over the years, a plug-in designed for automating and enhancing both astrophotography and landscape photos. I found it a powerful addition to my editing arsenal, and it was easy to use but could do some very sophisticated editing. This new version from photographer Angelo Perrone adds more than 80 new astrophotography and landscape functions, as well as some features to support portrait editing.
A Look at the New ON1 Photo Keyword AI 2023
Coming from the land of "why has no one thought of this before," ON1's latest release, Photo Keyword AI, promises to make organizing your photo far easier and more efficient. It looks awfully nifty, and for anyone who has a large catalog of photos in Lightroom that they need to navigate, it could be an indispensable tool. This great video will show you the tool and how to use it to organize and search your images.
Fstoppers Reviews the CRM Platform Bloom IO
If you've been running your photography business for any amount of time, you have quickly discovered that being successful requires you to spend an inordinate amount of time doing things that have nothing to do with a camera. Things you probably loathe. Suddenly, you find yourself needing to acquire skills in accounting, web development, project management, copywriting, contract writing, and countless other fields. A newcomer has entered the CRM space: Bloom IO, and they are on a mission to alleviate many of these burdens, allowing you to focus on what you truly enjoy.
How To Create AI Art of Specific People or Yourself
Imagine being able to effortlessly insert your own face into iconic images or movies or create completely unique images with a particular person using AI. Thanks to the remarkable open-source software Insight Face, this is now achievable with just a few simple steps.
5 Reasons Why You Need AI Software in Your Photo Editing Workflow
In the ever-evolving world of photography, the integration of new technologies in the photo editing workflow can create fears and concerns among photographers. Many worry that AI software will replace their skills and make them obsolete. However, it's essential to understand that AI software is not here to replace, but instead assist photographers.
Focus Stacking on Steroids
With the advancements in camera technology and software, focus stacking has never been easier. You can now even stack complex woodland photos without significant difficulty. In this article, I share how to approach such scenes.
Can You Learn Lighting With Just a Computer?
It sounds like a crazy idea when you first hear it: learning how to light a portrait using only a computer. However, set.a.light 3D promises to give you access to an almost unlimited library of virtual lights, modifiers, studio spaces, and subjects, all with strict adherence to the laws of physics, making it easy to quickly build and explore complex lighting setups. Is it the ultimate learning tool? This great video review takes a deep dive into the software and shows you everything you can accomplish with it.
Nik Collection 6 Is Out With Some Solid Updates
Today, DxO is releasing a revamped collection of editing tools that works as either a Photoshop plugin or as a standalone app. They also can function with Lightroom Classic, Affinity Photo and, of course, DxO PhotoLab.
Google Photos Tests Game-Changing AI Photo Transformation Tool
Google Photos is pushing the boundaries of image editing, testing a new feature that uses generative AI to transform photos in a groundbreaking way. Last week, I talked about Google Photos's revolutionary changes to their search feature, and today, we're going to explore the editing features themselves. Named the "Magic Editor," this innovative tool promises to offer a level of manipulation that allows users to make drastic changes to their photos seamlessly.
A Game-Changing Search Update: Google Photos
Google Photos is in the process of testing an enhanced search feature that allows users to perform complex queries, making it simpler and more efficient to find and manage photos within the platform. By catering to detailed and specific queries, users can locate their desired images with greater ease, thereby improving their overall experience.
Cull and Edit an Entire Wedding in One Hour with Aftershoot
Did You Know? Android Began Life as an Operating System for Cameras
Before Android-powered modern smartphones, the company, pre-Google, was focused on making a universal operating system for cameras. It raises the question of an alternate reality that never happened, but what if it did?