Light gives this image its emotional weight. In this video, I use Lightroom masks to create subtle shafts of light that add depth, direction, and atmosphere to an architectural black and white.
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A clean sky vignette shouldn’t affect anything else in your photo. In this quick Lightroom tutorial, I’ll show you how intersecting a radial gradient with a Sky mask gives you precise, natural results in just a few clicks.
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Light is the story here. In this Lightroom edit, I use three precise masks to turn harsh directional light into something soft, glowy, and intentional—while guiding the eye through the corridor and protecting every bit of architectural detail.
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Learn how to brighten highlights in a lake reflection without affecting the shadows, midtones, or the blues in the water. In this tutorial, I walk through a precise masking approach using color, luminance, and brush tools to keep the adjustment clean and natural.
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In this uncut, unscripted edit, I take you straight into an autumn landscape where the color tells the story. Watch as subtle light and shadow adjustments bring the fall hills to life, while the misty mountains fade into the background, letting the season shine.
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The real magic of editing — the kind that pulls viewers into the frame and keeps them there — comes from shaping light and shadow with intention. My Visual Storyteller Bundle will help you make stronger photos that resonate with your viewers.
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Seeing my images on a true HDR display with Lightroom’s HDR editing has completely changed how light and detail come alive—highlights, shadows, and tonal depth finally match what my eyes saw in the moment. Color or black and white, this workflow makes on-screen editing feel like discovering details I didn’t know I’d been missing.
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Stop guessing where to mask in Lightroom. In this video, I use global sliders like Texture, Clarity, and Dehaze to reveal where the image wants to be edited—then reset them and start the real work with precision.
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The new Variance slider in Lightroom Classic gives you precision control over how far your color edits reach. In my latest video, I show how to use it to shape color contrast in your landscapes with a controlled, refined touch.
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Lightroom’s new Dust Distraction Removal does a great job cleaning up sensor spots automatically — but it’s not foolproof. In my latest tutorial, I show how to use it effectively and make sure every last blemish is gone.
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Dodging and burning gets a major boost when you combine a brush with a luminosity mask. Learn how I uses this precision technique.
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The histogram isn’t just a technical chart—it’s a storyteller’s map. When you understand how each slider connects to specific tonal regions, you gain precise control over light and mood in your photos.
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