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Starting from Zero

Wish I Knew: Starting from Zero

13:39 Duration
Introduction
History & Step Backward
Disable Pixel Grid
Smart Guides
Standardize Workspace
Tab Hides Panels
Quick Find
Summary
MA-Wish I Knew_Starting from Zero

Essential Beginner Tips

36:28 Duration
Introduction
Collapsing Panels
Triangle = More Stuff
... = Has Settings
V = Menu Here
Working with Numbers
Multiple Undos
Essential Keyboard Shortcuts
Undo
Zooming
Fit on Screen
Zoom Tool
Hand Tool
Tool Shortcuts
Birds Eye View
Brush Size
Color Picker
More Brush
Reset Colors
Swap Colors
Full Screen Mode
Hide Extras
Move Tool
MA_Essential Beginner Tips

Customizing Photoshop

50:33 Duration
Introduction
Edit Toolbar
Toolbar Tips
Edit Application Menus
Edit Keyboard Shortcuts
Accessing Hidden Menus
Edit Panel Menus
Working with Panels
Panel Usage Tips
Workspaces
Summary
MA_Customizing Photoshop

Basic Troubleshooting

37:21 Duration
Introduction
Selection Active?
Layer Targeted?
Options Bar Settings
Type of Layer Active
RGB Mode?
16 Bits/Channel?
Multiple Layers Active?
Auto-Select Layer?
Finish Modal Feature?
Text Field Active?
Preview Off?
White on White?
Caps Lock On?
Huge Brush?
No Color Profile?
sRGB?
Quick Mask Mode?
Summary
MA_Basic Troubleshooting

HDR and Panoramas

35:33 Duration
Introduction
High Dynamic Range
Panoramas
HDR - Practice Files
Panorama - Practice Files

Filters

57:18 Duration
Introduction
Find Edges
Emboss
Soft Contrast Effect
Highpass Sharpening
Oil Paint Effect
Filter Gallery
Render Tree
Quick Mask Mode
Filters - Practice Files

Essential Adjustments

1:09:33 Duration
Introduction
Brightness/Contrast
Levels
Adjustment Layers
Black & White
Hue/Saturation
Working with Layers
Blending Modes
Essential Adjustments - Practice Files

Layer Masks

1:05:37 Duration
Introduction
Waterfall Composite
Adding People
Car Composite
Lion Composite
Image as Stencil
Replacing a Sky
Layer Masks - Practice Files

Retouching Essentials

1:00:13 Duration
Introduction
Spot Healing Brush
Content-Aware Fill
Healing Brush
Combining Multiple Tools
Removing Telephone Lines
Retouching Essentials - Practice Files

Getting Started with Layers

1:10:28 Duration
Introduction
Getting Started with Layers
Combining Multiple Images
Transforming
Auto-Select Layers
Smart Guides
New Layer Via Copy
Aligning Layers
Magnification Mismatches
Clipping Masks
Layer Groups
Background Layer
Summary
L2L-Lesson-5
Getting Started with Layers - Practice Files

Isolating Areas with Selections

1:30:27 Duration
Introduction
Marquee Tool
Quick Selection Tool
Magic Wand Tool
Adding & Subtracting
Lasso Tool
Saving Selections
Combining Tools
Quick Mask Mode
Working with Layers
Tips & Tricks
FREE Public Tip
Isolating Areas with Selections - Practice Files

Photoshop Fundamentals

45:53 Duration
Introduction
Navigating an Image
Interface Overview
Working with Panels
Understanding Tabs
Choosing Colors
Working with Brushes
Undo & History
Navigator Panel
Text Tool
Color Replacement Tool
Tool Troubleshooting
Photoshop Fundamentals - Practice Files
L2L3-Photoshop Fundamentals.pdf

Initial Adjustments in Camera Raw or Lightroom

1:13:28 Duration
Introduction
Accessing Camera Raw
Basic Adjustments
Exposure, Highlights & Shadows
Contrast & Clarity
Vibrance & Saturation
White Balance: Temperature & Tint
Whites & Blacks
Cancel, Open Image & Done Buttons
Spot Removal Brush
Adjusting Multiple Images
Dealing with XMP Files
Raw vs JPEG
Updating Old Files
3 Versions of ACR
Summary
Initial Adjustments in Adobe Camera Raw or Lightroom
Lesson 2 PDF Companion Guide

Previewing, Opening, Resizing, and Saving Images

1:29:49 Duration
Introduction
Bridge Essentials
Previewing Images
Renaming Files
Working with Folders
Lightroom Essentials
Importing
Renaming Files
Working with Folders
Exporting
New Document Settings
Resolution
Sizing for the Internet
Image Size & Canvas Size
Cropping
File Formats
Previewing Opening Resizing Saving Images - Practice Files
Lesson 1 PDF Companion Guide

Learn to Love Photoshop

28:44 Duration
Introduction
Better Done Outside PS
General Workflow
Lightroom or Bridge?
Installing Photoshop
Progressing from Beginner to Advanced

Photography

Residential Interiors: Composing Mindset

25:25 Duration
Introduction
Establish Visual Anchor
Share Anchor Between Pics
Distant Views
Shoot into Corner
Connect Rooms
Transition to Another Room
Capture Details
Clean Edges
Larger Transition
Floorplan vs Photos
Summary
MA_Interiors-Mindset

Capturing Lens Flares

17:58 Duration
Introduction
Shooting Setup
Capturing Flares
Summary
MA_Capture Lens Flares

Colorful Captures of Colorless Objects

30:35 Duration
Introduction
Capture Three Exposures
Combining Exposures
Red, Green & Blue Layers
Six Different Versions
Shadow Colors
Controlling Shadow Softness
Controlling Shadow Length
Mega Soft Shadows
Refining the Results
Summary
MA_Colorful Captures
Practice Images Colorless.zip

Photography-People in Public

15:45 Duration
Introduction
MA_Shooting People in Public

Location Research: Google Earth

37:38 Duration
Introduction
Google Maps
Historical Street View
Saved Locations
Travel Time
Photos from Others
Google Earth
3D Terrain
Sunlight & Shadows
Photos from Others
Saved Locations
Historical Data
Finding Shooting Viewpoint
Summary
MA_Location Research

Shooting Mindset: Service Stations

43:38 Duration
Introduction
Vertical Lines
Legibility
Roof Shape
Manage Merging
Diagonals for Dimension
+Positive -Negative
+Distance to -Difference
Shooting Height
Higher Ratio of Good to Bad
Summary
MA_Photo Mindset Stations

iPhone Capture Issues

06:49 Duration
Introduction
Lens Flare
Panoramas
Lens Choices
Summary
MA_iPhone Capture Issues

iPhone Raw Capture

17:28 Duration
Introduction
Turning on Raw Capability
Choosing Shooting Format
Photo App & Raw Files
Sharing Settings
Finding Raw Edits
Summary
MA_iPhone Raw Capture

Light Painting Refinement

59:27 Duration
Introduction
Basic Enhancements
Refine Table
Create Light Beam
Turn Switch On
Refine Film Path
Final Retouching
Summary
MA_Lightpainting Refinement
Practice Images.zip

Two-Color Light Painting: Composite

41:57 Duration
Introduction
Combining Exposures in PS
Choose Base Images
Mask Individual Exposures
Convert White to Color
Summary
MA_Color Lightpaint Compositing
Light-Painting-Exposures.zip

Two-Color Light Painting: Shoot

26:05 Duration
Introduction
Shoot Setup
Lighting Mindset
Amdient Exposures
1st Red Exposure
2nd Red Exposure
3rd Red Exposure
4th Red Exposure
5th Red Exposure
1st Green Exposure
2nd Green Exposure
3rd Green Exposure
4th Green Exposure
5th Green Exposure
6th Green Exposure
Review All Exposures
7th Green Exposure
6th Red Exposure
7th Red Exposure
Lightroom Adjustments
Combine in Photoshop
Summary
MA_ColorLightpaintShoot
Light Painting Exposures.zip

One Scene-Five Ways

22:56 Duration
Introduction
1st Capture
2nd Capture
3rd Capture
4th Capture
5th Capture
Summary
MA_One Scene Five Ways

Capturing Sunbursts

20:49 Duration
Introduction
Flashlight to Camera
Camera Setup
Tripod
Lens Flare
Haze
Aperture & Sunburst
Framing
Lightroom or ACR
White Balance
Whites/Blacks
Presence Sliders
Fine-Tune Exposures
Noise Reduction
Retouching
Summary
MA_Capturing Sunbursts

Leading the Eye in Photography

49:55 Duration
Introduction
Greatest Contrast
Warm to Cool
Text
Brightest Areas
Most Colorful
Post-Processing
Graphic Shape
Position of Sun
Lines
Multi-Technique Examples
Dark on Bright
Break A Pattern
Subject on Color
Leading Lines
Failure
Eyes at Camera
Sharp to Soft
Post-Processing
Blown Highlights
Next Week
Summary
MA_Drawing the Eye

Camera Sensor Sizes

46:21 Duration
Introduction
History of Sensor Sizes
Crop Factors
Full Frame Equivalent
Crop Frame Equivalent
Aperture and DOF
Resolution & Noise
Spreadsheet
Pixel Size
Print Size Limits
F-Stop Comparison
Lens Comparisons
Sensor Size Conversions
Summary
MA_Camera Sensor Sizes
Spreadsheet.zip

Avoiding Parallax in Panoramas

16:45 Duration
Introduction
Normal Camera Setup
Nodal Slide Setup
Adjusting Camera Position
Example Images
Summary
MA_Avoid Parallax in Panos

Photographic Composition

30:12 Duration
Introduction
Subject Placement
Backgrounds
Edges
Alignments
Angles
Architecture
Shooting Height
Near/Far Objects
Isolate the Interesting
Focal Point
Framing
Subject Companion
Break of Blue Skies
Lead the Eye
Summary
MA_Photographic Composition

Combining Light Painted Exposures

1:59:56 Duration
Introduction
Optimize Exposures in LR
Adjust White Balance
Adjust Exposure
Optimize Overall
Open as Layers in PS
Change Blending Mode
Choose Base Exposure
Combine Exposures
Fix Alignment
Mask Exposures
Create Subject Channels
Continue Masking Exposures
Opacity & Highlights
Continue
Shape Object
Modify Selection
Fade Paintbrush
Why On/Off
Mask Overlay
Brightness Advice
Misaligned Exposures
Mark Layer Color
Dual Opacity
Adjust to Hide
Wood Exposures
Quick Mask
Delete Unused Layers
Review Colored Layers
Review Each Exposure
Clean Up Background
Consider Shadows
Adjust Overall Results
Summary
MA_Complex LP Exposures
Lightpaint.zip

Complex Light Painting Shoot

35:43 Duration
Introduction
Why Multiple Exposures
Camera Setup
Light Source
White Balance Refence
Bulb Mode
Lighting Technique
Captures
MA_Complex Light Painting Shoot

Simple Light Painting

1:18:58 Duration
Introduction
Manual Focus
Light Paint Mindset
Distance
Shooting Intro
General Setup
Test Exposure 1
Test Exposure 2
Test Exposure 3
Test Exposure 4
Usable Exposure 1
Usable Exposure 2
Usable Exposure 3
Usable Exposure 4
Chrome Mindset
Usable Exposure 5
Lightroom Enhancement
Combining Exposures
Summary
MA_Simple Light Painting

Aperture, DOF & Background Blur

1:09:19 Duration
Introduction
Focusing
Single Focus Distance
Aperture Concept
Circle of Confusion
Depth of Field
Wide Open
DSLR Viewfinder VIew
DOF Preview Button
Mirrorless Viewfinder
Shooting Mode
F-stop & Aperture
F-stop & Aperture Size
Fast Glass Concept
∞ Infinity Concept
Crop Factor
Blurry Background Formula
Wide View Shallow DOF
Wide Open Sharpness
Summary
MA_Aperture DOF Background Blur

Learning to See

51:06 Duration
Introduction
Light
Backlight
Sun Position
Sun As Starburst
Light Beams
Bright or Dark Detail
Silhouette
Shadows
Color
Shape
Repetition
Odd Numbers
Isolate with Focus
Isolate with Light
Near/Far Compression
Forced Perspective
Reflections
Motion Blur
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Learning to See

Camera Distance & Compression

56:15 Duration
Introduction
Shooting Distance
Compressing Distance
Reducing Distortion
Near vs Far Objects
Near vs Far Diagram
Choosing Distance
Zoomed Panoramas
Framing Near & Far
Zoom & Walk Diagram
Near/Far Examples
Wide Angle Examples
Telephoto Examples
Zoomed Panoramas
Aperture Setting Issues
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Focal Length and Compression

Sync Speed & Distortion

10:26 Duration
Introduction
Flash Sync Speed Concept
High Speed Sync Flash
Fast Shutter Speeds can Cause Distortion
Medium Format Cameras with Leaf Shutters

Output

LRC Book Module Tips

21:37 Duration
Introduction
View Shortcuts
Proof Copy PDF
Resolution Tricks
Dual Display Setups
Text Targeted Tool
Adding Faux Bleed
Summary
MA_LR Book Tips

LRC Book Module Intermediate

30:06 Duration
Introduction
Making a Custom Page
Custom PG or Copy/Paste
Add images to a book
Captions
Special Adobe Pages
Stacking Images
Keyboard Shortcuts
Select All Photo Cells
Full Book Templates
Adding Graphic Elements
Spine Photo
Summary
MA_LR Book Intermediate
Lesson Graphics.zip

LRC Book Module Essentials

47:42 Duration
Introduction
Collect Photos
Navigation & Views
Book Preferences
Book Settings
Resolution Warning
Auto Layout Presets
Modify Layout
Change Page Template
Find Unused Photos
Adding Text
Page Background
Bleed & Text Safe Guides
Saved Books
Output Settings
Summary
MA_Book Module Essentials

Variables

31:34 Duration
Introduction
Create Template File
Prep Source Images
Create Spreadsheet
Setup Layers
Define Variables
Pixel Replacement
Text Replacement
Visibility
Linked Variables
Applying Datasets
Troubleshooting
Exporting Separate Files
Summary
MA_Variables
Practice Images.zip

Gallery Wraps & Actions

58:49 Duration
Introduction
Action Preview
Manual Technique
Creating an Action
Selection Sizes
Select Along Outer Edge
Duplicate Step
Troubleshooting the Action
Refining the Action
Summary
MA_Gallery Wraps and Actions
Gallery Wrap.atn.zip

Print Sequencing

43:33 Duration
Introduction
Determine Print Sizes
Image Sequencing
Order of Series
Adjust for Group
Large vs Small
Summary
MA_Print Sequencing

Resolution for Printing

39:32 Duration
Introduction
Establish Personal Standards
Print Size Spreadsheet
Enter Prefereces
Customize Print Size
Whole Print Distance
Casual View Distance
Critical View Distance
One-Off Calculations
Avoiding Pixelization
Largest Possible Print
Summary
MA_Resolution and Print Size
Spreadsheet.zip

Cropping For Print

1:23:43 Duration
Introduction
Crop Visualizer in LR
Crop Snapshots
Smaller Overlay
In-Camera Framing
Mark Unusable Areas
Crop Visualizer in LR
Creating Custom Overlay
Save to Library Panel
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Cropping for Print
Crop Visualizer.zip

Printing from Photoshop

59:41 Duration
Introduction
Think Print While Shooting
Soft Proofing
Crop
Resolution
Use Plug-Ins
Print or Save JPEG
Viewing Conditions
Print from PS
Print Dialog Box
Printer Plug-ins
Content--Aware Crop
Summary
MA_Printing in Photoshop

Printing from Lightroom

54:42 Duration
Introduction
While Shooting
Aspect Ratios
Soft Proofing
Crop
Print Template
Print or Save JPEG
Viewing Conditions
Printing in LR
Saving Crop
Virtual Copy
Crop in PS
Adding Space
Setup for Printing
Summary
MA_LR Print Module

Soft Proofing in Photoshop

48:53 Duration
Introduction
Printer Profiles
Obtaining Printer Profiles
Profile Search Terms
Soft Proofing
Downloading Profiles
Real World Soft Proofing
Proof Setup
Rendering Intent
Saving Printing Conditions
Making Adjustments
Using Print Folders
Gamut Warning
Simulate Paper & Ink
Renaming Profiles
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_SoftProofing in PS

Soft Proofing in Lightroom

46:44 Duration
Introduction
Printer Profiles
Obtaining Printer Profiles
Profile Search Terms
Soft Proofing
Downloading Profiles
Installing Printer Profiles
Real World Soft Proofing
Adding Printer Profiles
Adjusting the image
Destination Gamut Warning
Other Examples
Creating a Proof Copy
Rending Intents
Simulating Paper & Ink
Renaming Profiles
Summary
MA_SoftProofing in LR

Lightroom Export Presets

16:29 Duration
Introduction
Creating Export Presets
Preset Based on Existing
Preset Naming
Pixels vs Inches
Color Spaces
File Format
Destination
Portfolio Folder
Default Size*
Smart Preview Size
Full Size Export
Copy Original
Lossy DNGs
Watermarking
Summary
VID041 LR Export Presets.pdf

PS/LR Software Updates

October 2024 PS ACR LRC Update

52:06 Duration
Introduction
ACR vs LR Classic
Photoshop
Remove Tool
Updated Generative Fill
Generative Workspace
Lightroom Classic
Rename Catalog
Generative Remove
HDR ISO Gain Maps
HDR Display in Library
Better Nikon Tethering
Speed Improvements
New Adaptive Presets
Content Credentials
Preview Management
Wider Denoise Compatibility
Adobe Camera Raw
Disabled Neural Engine
More Nondestrtive Options
Issues I've Found
Generative Expand
Adaptive Profile

August Photoshop Beta Update

24:57 Duration
Introduction
Find Distractions
Remove Cables & Wires
Remove People
Improving Results
Cable & Wires Examples
People Examples
Summary
MA_AUG2024 PS Beta Update

July 2024 Photoshop Update

56:32 Duration
Introduction
Selection Brush
Adjustment Brush
Text Features
Contextural Task Bar
Generative Fill
Generate Image
Summary
MA_July2024 Photoshop Update

May 2024 LR LRC ACR Update

30:04 Duration
Introduction
Catalog Update & Rename
Matching ACR Version
Camera & Lens Support
Filter by Exported
Accelerated Denoise
Updated Lens Blur
Sony Tethered Capture
Generative AI Remove
Summary
MA_MAy2024-Updates

Feb. 2024 PS, PS Beta & LRC Updates

29:04 Duration
Introduction
PS: Text Contextural Task Bar
PS: User Created Adj Presets
PS Beta: Adj Brush Tool
LRC: New Features
Summary
MA_Feb2024 Updates

October 2023 ACR & LRC Update

36:29 Duration
Introduction
Catalog Update
Optimized Performance
Nikon Z8 Tethering
Filter Your Presets
3 Major New Features
Point Color
Lens Blur
HDR Display Support
Summary
MA_LR ACR Updates
ACR LRC Update Practice Images.zip

September 2023 PS & Bridge Updates

48:13 Duration
Introduction
Bridge V14
BR: Multi-Window
BR: Custom Shortcut Keys
BR: Zip Files
BR: Full Screen Caption
BR: JPEG extension
Photoshop V25
PS: Remove Tool Changes
PS: Generative Fill
Summary
MA_Sept PS Bridge Updates

Smaller Updates to Photoshop

25:18 Duration
Introduction
Delete & Fill Selection
Preview Reordering Layers
Auto-Select Layer Group
Default Text Size
Brush Cursor Settings
Composite Color Values
Export to SVG Format
Content-Aware Tracing Tool
Summary
MA_Smaller PS Changes
Jeddah Sign.JPG

June 2023 Lightroom Classic Update

27:45 Duration
Introduction
Masked Grain
Refine Saturation in Curves
HSL Isolation Visualization
Curves in Presets
Book Cell Alignment
Small Changes
Summary
MA_June2023 LR Classic Updates
Practice Images.zip

May 2023 Photoshop Update

28:36 Duration
Introduction
Remove Tool
Generative Fill (in beta)
Contextual Task Bar
Adjustments Panel
Updated Gradient Tool
Summary
MA_May2023 PS Updates

April 2023 Updates

43:21 Duration
Introduction
Photoshop 24.4
Lightroom Classic 12.3
New Masking Options
Masked Curves
Denoise
ACR 15.3
Summary
MA_April 2023 Updates
Practice Images.zip

Bridge 2023

16:03 Duration
Introduction
Tabs
Show Subfolders
Repositional Panels
Floating Panels
New Tab Content Setting
Interface Scaling
File Type Associations
Full Screen Panel
Workspaces
Horizonal Layout
PDF Display
Summary
MA_Bridge2023

October 2022 Updates

56:47 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom Classic 12
New Feature Demo
Adobe Camera Raw 15
New Feature Demo
Photoshop 14
New Features Demo
Adobe Bridge 13
MA_Oct2022 Updates

August 2022 Photoshop ACR & LRC Updates

11:49 Duration
Introduction
Adobe Camera Raw 14.5
Lightroom Classic 11.5
Photoshop 23.5
Summary
MA_Aug 2022 Updates

June 2022 Updates

20:53 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom 11.4
Bug Fixes
New Camera/Lens
Present Amount
Adaptive Presets
Auto-Update Masks
Invert Masks
New Crop Overlay
Purge Previews
Loupe Overlay
Camera Raw 14.4
Photoshop 23.4
Bug Fixes
Cylindrical Warp
Hair Selections
Improved Guides
Emoji Shorthand
M1 Video
New Prefs
CORRUPTION
Summary
MA_June2022 Updates
Mug.jpg

April 2022 PS & LrC Updates

24:51 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom Classic 11.3
New Camera Support
New Lens Support
Masking Changes
Reset Preferences Pref
Faster Metadata
Wacom Improvements
Map & Print
Windows Bug
Adobe Camera Raw 14.3
Camera & Lens Support
GPU Rendering
Photoshop 23.3
Sky Replacement Update
Illustrator Text
Multithreading & GPU
Cloud Preference
Removed Camera Shake
Share Icon
Summary
MA_April2022 Updates
2017_12_07-St-Denis-Reunion.jpg

October 2021 BR PS LR Updates

45:31 Duration
Introduction
Bridge
Workflows Panel
ACR sidecar files
ACR 14
My Test
Photoshop 2022
Content Authenticity
Updated Gradients
GPU Acceleration
XDR Support
Illustrator to Layers
Photoshop for Web
PS Object Finder
PS Mask All Objects
Adobe Camera Raw 14
Neural Filters
Lightroom Classic V11
Summary
MA_Oct2021 Updates

August 2021 PS Update

24:43 Duration
Introduction
Photoshop Public Beta
Discover Panel Additions
Super Zoom Update
Style Transfer Update
Sky Replacement Update
Overprint Shading
Edit>Warp Update
3D Discontinued
Summary
MA_Photoshop 22.5 Update
Lesson-Thumbnail.jpg
2015-08-Misc-MO.jpg
2015_04-Qibao-Old-Street.jpg
2015_03-Winnemucca-NV.jpg

June 2021 Adobe Updates

16:01 Duration
Introduction
Photoshop 22.4.2
Adobe Camera Raw 13.3
Lightroom Classic 10.3
Summary
MA_June 2021 Adobe Updates

Save Share Export

17:25 Duration
Introduction
Save in ACR
Save A Copy
Share Icon
Export in Bridge
Image Processor
Summary
MA_Save Share Export

March 2021 ACR/PS/LR Updates

39:57 Duration
Introduction
Adobe Camera Raw 13.2
New Camera Support
New Lens Support
Super Resolution
Super Resolution from LR
Apple ProRaw Profile
New Filter & Sort Options
Hide/Reorder Panels
Photoshop 22.3
Apple M1 Support
Invite to Edit
Preset Syncing
Custom Shape Properties
Bug Fixes
Lightroom Classic 10.2
Speed Increases
Nikon Live View Tethering
Red Eye Change
Apple Pro Raw Profile
Bug Fixes
Lightroom 4.2
Disable Sections
Apple ProRaw Profile
Combined Notifications
Edited Filter
Bug Fixes
Summary
MA_March2021 Updates

October 2020 PS/LR/BR Updates

48:33 Duration
Introduction
Photoshop
Neural Filters
Sky Replacements
Enhanced Cloud Documents
Pattern Preview
Live Shapes
Reset SO Transforms
Plug-Ins Menu
Preset Searching
Content Tracing
Select & Mask
Color Grading
Help & Learn
Adobe Camera Raw
Color Grading
GPU Acceleration
Hide Panels
Compact Layout
Box Zoom
Camera Support
Lens Support
Lightroom Classic
Color Grading
GPU Acceleration
Better Tethering
Box & Scrub Zoom
Lens & Camera Support
Updated Catalog
Update ACR
Adobe Bridge
Video Thumb Preview
Resize Fit Fill
Export Order
About Screen
Help System
Search Presets
Plug-Ins Menu
S.O. Properties
Actual Size View
Pattern Preview
Camera Raw Changes
Lightroom Classic
Summary
MA_OCT 2020 Updates

June 2020 PS/LR/BR Updates

1:01:50 Duration
Introduction
Bridge 10.1
File>Export To
Transparency Options
Lightroom (cloud storage)
Raw Defaults
Adobe Defaults
Versions
Hue Local Adjustment
Watermarks
Sharred Album Notifications
Lightroom Classic 9.3
Bug Fixes
Camera Lens Support
New Feature Overview
Library Feature Overview
Develop Feature Overview
Cloud Sync Status
Batch Export
Local Hue Adjustment
Curves Interface
HLS/Color
ISO Adaptive Presets
Adobe Default Presets
Raw Default Pref
Photoshop 21.2
New Feature Overview
Match Font
Rotatable Patterns
Summary
MA_June2020 PS LR Bridge Updates

June 2020 Adobe Camera Raw Update

1:17:34 Duration
Introduction
New Feature Overview
Adjustments List
Eyeball Icons
Before View
Tools Have Moved
Zoom/Hand Tool
Eyedropper
Color Sampler
Targeted Adjustment
Crop and more
Transform Tool
Spot Removal Tool
Red Eye Tool
Localized Adjustements
Preferences
Trash
Full Screen
Filmstrip
Save Image
Misc
Before/After View
RGB Numbers
Pop-up Menus
Open Image Button
Snapshots/Presets
Icon Indicators
Curves Redesigned
HSL/Color Mixer
Collapsible Settings
Grid Overlay
Isolated Adjustments
Hue Adjustment
Single Panel Mode
Preview Final Size
Sharpening Preview
Reset Sliders Automatically
Adaptive ISO Presets
Raw Default Settings
Adobe Default Presets
Summary
MA_June2020 ACR Updates

February 2020 LR Update

30:17 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom Classic 9.2
GPU Support
Camera Support
Lens Support
Raw Default Settings
PSB File Support
Auto-Sync Changes
Export Done Button
Secondary Display
ACR 12.2
Raw Defaults
Lightroom Desktop
Export DNG
Export Color Space
Export Dimensions
Headless Merge
Drag-Import to Alumb
Share Metadata
Keyword Auto-complete
iOS/Andriod LR 5.2
Learn & Discover
Import Presets
iOS Split Screen
Duplicate Finding
Summary
MA_2020 LR Update

11/2019 Bridge, Photoshop, Lightroom Updates

2:33:29 Duration
Introduction
Creative Cloud App
Bridge 2020
Lightroom
Multi-Batch Export
Filter by Color Label
Preset Export
Crop with Vignette
Fill Edges on Panorama
History Clearing
Depth Filtering
Photoshop for iPad
Photoshop 2020 Overview
Home Screen
Cloud Documents
Saving to the Cloud
Sync Status & Settings
Open from Cloud
Home Screen Access
Access.Adobe.com
Delete/Restore
Save As GIF Animation
Export As Previews
Tools
Crop Tool
Object Section Tool
Paintbrush Tool
Content-Aware Fill
Revised Presets
Swatches
Gradients
Patterns
Shapes
Styles
Layers
Zoom to Layer
Smart Objects
Layer Comps
Edit>Transform>Warp
Recording Update
Properties Panel
Document Properties
Pixel Properties
Shape Properties
Type Properties
Smart Object Properties
Multi-Layer Properties
Lens Blur Filter
Small Changes
Summary
MA_Nov 2019 Updates
PracticeFiles.zip

August 2019 Lightroom/ACR Release

1:00:35 Duration
Introduction
Version Numbers
How to Update
New Camera Support
New Lens Support
Lightroom Cloud
Undelete
Video on Android
Batch Metadata
Search
Activity View
Sort Order
Rating Hiding
Lightroom Classic
GPU Acceleration
Batch Photo Merge
Collection Color Labels
PNG Support
Filmstrip Index Numbers
Speed Improvement
Book Auto Cell
GPU Settings
Batch Merge Setting
Preset Improvements
Bug Fixes
Camera Raw
LR Features
New Sync Settings
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Aug2019 LR ACR Update

May 2019 Lightroom/ACR Release

56:02 Duration
Introduction
LR Classic Features
Lightroom Features
New Camera Support
New Lens Profiles
How to Update
Flat-Field Correction
Texture Slider
Summary
MA_May2019 LR Update
Practice Images.zip

February 2019 Lightroom Update

39:40 Duration
Introduction
Nikon Z6 Z7 Tethering
Nikon 500mm f/5.6E Support
Tethering Improvements
Map Altitude via GPS
Enhance Details
Demosaicing Explained
Fuji X-Trans
Enhance Details Benefits
Images that Benefit
Tradeoffs
Applying Enhance Details
Live Demo
Files Supported
ACR 11.2
New DNG Version
Lightroom CC Update
Summary
MA_Feb2019 Lightroom Update

October 2018 Photoshop Release 20.0

2:03:31 Duration
Introduction
Updating PS
Content Aware Fill
Frame Tool
Color Wheel
Type Tool
Auto Commit
Constrained Transformations
Reference Point
Color Controls
Distribute Space
Math in Number Fields
Blending Mode Previews
Home Icon
LR Photos
Lock Workspace
Scale User Interface
Symmetry
Undo
Keyboard Shortcuts
Long Layer Names
Flip Horizontal
HDR Panoramas
Depth Range Mask
New Process Version
Bugs & Issues
Summary
MA_Photoshop Version 20

June 2018 Lightroom/ACR Update

33:24 Duration
Introduction
Backup First
Camera/Lens Support
ACR 10.4
Bug Fixes
New Feature Overview
How To Upgrade
Folder Color Labels
Fast Folder Filtering
Manage Presets
Manage Profiles
Disable Profile Preview
Preset Preview Pref
Stack HDR & Pano
Summary
MA_LR Classic June2018 Update

April 2018 Lightroom/ACR Update

1:04:17 Duration
Introduction
What's New?
New Camera Support
Sharpening Default
Facial Recognition
Larger Tone Curve
Dehaze Moved
Presets Changed
DCP Profiles
New Adobe Profiles
Creative Profiles
Plug-in Released
ACR 10.3
Update Demo
Plug-in Demo
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Apr2018 LR Updates

January 2018 Photoshop Release 19.1

29:52 Duration
Introduction
Select Subject
Select>Subject
Quick Selection Tool
Magic Wand
Select & Mask
Use in Actions
Use in Select & Mask
Decontaminate Colors
PC Interface Scaling
12,800% Zoom
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Jan2018-Photoshop-Updates
2017_03_Boca de Valeria Brazil_1992.jpg
2017_03_Boca de Valeria Brazil_2000.jpg
2017_03_Buenos Aires Argentina_0073.jpg
2017_03_Olinda Brazil 0291.jpg
2017_03_Paraty Brazil_0426.jpg
2017_03_Paraty Brazil_0490.jpg
2017_04_Cabo San Lucas Mexico_4826.jpg
2017_04_Cartagena Colombia_3418.jpg
2017_04_Panama Canal_3953.jpg
2017_04_Quepos Costa Rica_4245.jpg
2017_05_19-Karen Yoga with Balloons 5192043.jpg

February 2018 Lightroom Release 7.2

39:04 Duration
Introduction
Performance Improvements
Multi-core Details
Bug Fixes
Catalog on External
Queued HDR fix
New Camera Support
New Lens Support
New Feature Overview
Collection from Folder
Collection Set from Folder
Collection from Map Pin
Filter Folders
Favorite Folders
Filter by Edits
Smart Collection-Has Edits
Clear History Tip
Summary
MA_Feb2018 LR Release 7.2

October 2017 Photoshop Changes

1:14:20 Duration
Introduction
Start Screen
Share Icon
Rich Tool Tips
Learn Panel
Brushes
Text
Select & Mask
Curvature Pen Tool
Copy/Paste Layers
HEIF File Format
MA Oct2017 PS Changes
Diner for Pen Tool.jpg

October 2017 Lightroom, ACR & Bridge Changes

40:52 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom Classic vs CC
LR Classic Changes
Importing
Performance
LR Previews
Process Version 4
Range Mask
Adobe Camera Raw
Bridge Changes
Filter
Output Module
Summary
MA_OCT2017 LR ACR Bridge Updates
2017_05_San Diago CA_5003.dng

2016 Photoshop & Lightroom Updates

1:35:45 Duration
Removed Features
Reference View
Panorama Boundary Warp
Smaller Changes
Removed Features
Searching
Auto-Select Layers Preference
Start Workspace
New Document Settings
Adobe Stock Document Templates
MacBook Pro Touchbar
Smaller Changes
Summary
VID020-PS & LR Updates
VID020-Icelandic-Church.jpg
VID020-Text Scan.jpg

Fundamentals In-Depth

Lightroom Classic Catalog Folder

30:02 Duration
Introduction
Temporary Files
Finding Your Catalog
Catalog.lrcat
Renaming Files
Previews.lrdata
.lrcat-data
Sync.lrdata
Old Catalog Files
Backups
Merging Multiple Catalogs
Summary
MA_LRC Catalog File

Lightroom Classic Fundamental Concepts

15:07 Duration
Introduction
Catalog at the Core
Importing
Rename/Move Images
Previews
Summary
MA_LR Fundamental Concepts

Adjustments in Lightroom Desktop

31:03 Duration
Introduction
Adjustment Sliders Reorganized
Adjustment Presets
Tool Differences
Histogram
Missing Stuff
Tips & Tricks
Summary
MA_Adjustments in LR Desktop

Lightroom Local Tab vs Classic

44:12 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom Ecosystem History
Local File Support
Compared to LR Classic
General, Import, Export
Library Module
Develop Module
Map, Book, Slideshow, Print
Advice
Summary
MA_LR Local Tab vs Classic

Understanding HDR

28:06 Duration
Introduction
HDR Capture
SDR Displays
HDR Displayed in SDR
HDR Displays
HDR on HDR Display
Summary
MA_Understanding HDR

Raw Specific Features

27:34 Duration
Introduction
White Balance
Highlight & Shadow Recovery
Smaller Files
Appearance Change
Resolution & Color Space
Smart Objects
Linked Smart Objects
De-Noise
Better HDR Results
Panoramas
Saturation Clipping VIew
Not ACR Filter
Summary
MA_Raw Specific Features

LRC Versus BR + ACR

29:01 Duration
Introduction
Bridge = Browser
Browser Disadvantages
Camera Raw
LRC = Database
Database Advantages
Using Both
When to Avoid LRC
Summary
MA_LR vs BridgeACR

ACR & LRC Versus Photoshop

30:37 Duration
Introduction
What's Special About Raw
Photoshop = Pixel Editor
ACR & LRC = Parametric
Pixels Versus Parameters
The Best of Both Worlds
PS for Heavy Lifting
Round-Tripping
Summary
MA_ACR-LR vs PS

Raw Versus Processed

22:02 Duration
Introduction
Concept of Processed
False Pixel Removal
Linearization
Raw Files
JPEG Processing
White Balance
Demosaicing
Noise & Sharpening
Color Transforms
Tone Curve
Compression
Processing Pipeline
Summary
MA_Raw vs Processed

Questions & Answers

Q&A: Background to S.O., Resize in PS or web, Challenge

32:39 Duration
Introduction
Q: Removing Lens Flare
Q: Background to S.O.?
Q: Scale in PS or web site
Retouching Challenge
Summary
MA_QandA 2
baskets.jpg

Q&A: HEIF, Contact Sheets, ? Icons in LrC, Etc.

35:56 Duration
Introduction
Q? HEIF Files
Q? Black/Shadows & Whites/Highlights
Q? Contact Sheets
Q? LrC Renamed File Issues
Summary
Grey Wedges.zip

Essentials

What Causes Wonky Colors

39:00 Duration
Introduction
Embed Color Profile
Color Spaces
Untagged Images
Color Space Differences
Untagged in Photoshop
Assign Profile
Info Panel Numbers
Convert to Profile
Lab Color Numbers
Screen Shots
RGB Working Space
Lightroom Profiles
Save for Web
Summary
Practice Images.zip
MA_Wonky Colors

Color Picking Tips

33:35 Duration
Introduction
Replace the Eyedropper
Color Picker Shortcut
Eyedropper Anywhere
Average Area
Adj Lyr Issues
Foreground in Adjustment
Color Numbers
Picker Troubleshooting
Color Panel
Opposite Color
Color Math
HUD Picker
Background Color
Color Ring
Summary
MA_Color Picking Tips

Photoshop Preferences

1:27:53 Duration
Introduction
When to Reset Prefs
Reset Preferences
What's Retained
What's Lost
Settings I Change
Preferences Folder
Presets Folder
Bonus: Fit On Screen
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Photoshop Preferences

Undo & History Basics

47:30 Duration
Introduction
Undo
Redo
History Panel
History States Pref
Scratch Disk Concept
Keyboard Shortcuts
Panel as Icon
Linear History
Snapshot Concept
Ignored Commands
Non-Permanance
Snapshot Options
Non-Linear History
Visibility Changes Undoable
Dialog by Default
Clear History
New Document
Fill with History
History Brush
Layers Warning
Summary
MA_Undo and History
Bus Before Paint.jpg
2012_06 Starlite
2013_12_01 Tenerife_0014.jpg

Noise Reduction

59:34 Duration
What Causes Noise
Avoiding Noise Problems
Beyond PS/LR/ACR
Automate Noise Reduction
Lightroom Noise Reduction
Color Noise
Luminance Noise
Histograms & Noise
Selective Noise Reduction
Multi-Image Noise Reduction
HDR Noise
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Noise Reduction
Practice Images.zip

Intermediate Panoramas

1:23:43 Duration
Introduction
Manual Stitching
More Challenges
Fixing Distortion
Adaptive Wide Angle
Creative Panos
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Intermediate Panoramas
IntermediatePanos1.zip
IntermediatePanos2.zip

RGB Color Spaces

57:08 Duration
Introduction
Color Spaces
Info Panel Readout
Color Picker RGB Numbers
Display Differences
Device Independent Spaces
sRGB
AdobeRGB
Pro Photo RGB
Color Gamut of Displays
Gamut of Printing Presses
Newsprint
Sheetfed Uncoated
Sheetfed Coated
Gamut of Desktop Printers
Epson 2200
Epson P600
Document vs Device vs Display
RGB Working Spaces
No Banding in Pro Photo
RGB Spaces in Photoshop
Color Picker
New Document
Color Settings
Adobe Camera Raw (ACR)
Lightroom
Info Panel Numbers
Paste Profile Mismatch
Document Status
Save Dialog Box
Assign Profile
Missing Profiles
Clipping & Summary
MA_RGB Color Spaces
ICC Profile Gamut Plots.tif

Wish I Knew: Essentials

38:48 Duration
Introduction
TIFF vs PSD Formats
Raw: Save Image
Image Processor
Open Flattened Version
Fixing Files from Others
Choosing a File Format
Embed Color Profile
Scratch Disks
Crosshair Brush Fix
Brush Cursor
Reset Tool
Prevent Snapping
Working with Tabs
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA-Wish I Knew_Essentials

Crop Tool

52:50 Duration
Introduction
Options Bar Settings
Perspective Crop Tool
Cropping TIps
FREE Public Tip
Kuala Lumpur Malaysia_0045.jpg
Iceland 00845,jpg
Crop and Straighten.jpg

Heads Up Brush Size

09:33 Duration
Introduction
Standard Bruch Picker
] [ Keyboard Shortcuts
Heads Up Brush Picker
Windows Version
Show Transformation Values Preference
Opacity Preview
Hardness/Opacity Preference
Summary

Heads Up Color Picker

04:46 Duration
Introduction
Main Color Picker
Eyedropper Shortcut
Heads Up Color Picker
Previous/Gray Color Ring
Windows Keyboard Shortcut
Summary

Logic of Keyboard Commands

43:39 Duration
Introduction
Number Keys
Letter Keys
Tab Key
Shift Key
Command/Ctrl Keys
Option/Alt Keys
Spacebar Key
Right Mouse Button
Control Key
Esc Key
Return/Enter Keys
Arrow Keys
] [ Keys
Caps-lock Key
Summary
Blue Owl.tif

Grids & Guides

30:04 Duration
Introduction
Creating Guides
Snapping to Guides
Repositioning Guides
Toggling Visibility
Clearing Guides
View Menu Options
Guide Layouts
New Guides from Shape
Locking Guides
Tips & Tricks
Smart Guides
Grids
The Pixel Grid
Guide Layout.zip

Color and Alpha Channels

57:11 Duration
Introduction
Color Channels
RGB Adjustments
Spot Color Channels
Alpha Channels
Temporary Channels
Layer Masks
Smart Filter Masks
Quickmask Mode
Click to Load
Hidden Channels
Changing Overlay Color
VID036-Color and Alpha Channels.pdf
Two-color-PMS.jpg
Alpha-Channels.jpg
Lab-Selection.jpg
2006_10-Iceland-00025.jpg

Working with Gradients

1:26:21 Duration
Quickstart
Gradient Presets
Options Bar
Gradient Editor
Gradient Fill Layer
Gradient Layer Style
Gradient Map Adjustment
Real-world Examples
Tips & Tricks
VID034_The-Gradient-Tool.pdf
Make-two-color.jpg
Needs-Rainbow.jpg
Good-Colors.jpg
Image-to-Shift.jpg

HDR and Panoramas

35:33 Duration
Introduction
High Dynamic Range
Panoramas
HDR - Practice Files
Panorama - Practice Files

Understanding Color Modes

1:08:27 Duration
Introduction
RGB Mode
CMYK Mode
Grayscale Mode
Duotone Mode
Multichannel Mode
Bitmap Mode
Indexed Color Mode
Lab Color Mode
8 vs 16 Bit
32 Bit Mode
VID026-Gray-Duo-Multi.jpg
Fish-Grayscale.jpg
Lab.jpg

Brush Basics

58:00 Duration
Intro & Overview
Brush Settings
Brush Cursor Test
Creating a Brush Test Document
Preventing Halos
Options Bar Settings
Opacity & Flow Interaction
Brush Spacing
Default Brush Presets
Smoothing
Brush Dropdown Side Menu
Creating a Watermark Brush
Brush Presets vs Tool Presets
Sharing Brushes
HUD Brush Settings
Summary
V018-Brush Basics PDF

Workflow

1:50:18 Duration
Introduction
ACR vs PS Adjustments
Chromatic Aberrations
Lens Correction before Perspective Correction
Brightness before Noise Reduction
Dust before Masking
PS Retouching and Adjustments
Lock Position of Retouching Layer
Dual Retouching Layers
Inspect Every Pixel
Inspect Every Mask
Layer Organization
Tracking Needed Changes
Preventing Odd Display on Mac
Creating Delivery Images
Forcing ACR to Process Layered Images
Making Layer Visibility Undoable
Linked Smart Objects
FREE Public Tip

Cropping

1:06:44 Duration
Introduction
Cropping JPEGs in PS
Delete Cropped Pixels
Content-Aware
Other Options
Cropping in ACR
Raw Smart Objects
Previewing Multiple Crop Possibilities in PS
Image>Crop Command
Cropping from LR
Using Virtual Copies for Multiple Crop Options
Stacking Multiple Crop Options
Syncing Adjustments Between Virtual Copies
Auto Sync Virtual Copies
Previewing Multiple LR Crops in PS
Moving Crop from raw file to layered TIF
TIFF: Update Multiple Crops
Fixing LR Update Problems

Photoshop Tips & Frustration Fixes

1:11:49 Duration
Introduction
Opening Large Images
Basic Frustration Fixes
Working with Multiple Images
Tool Fixes
Content-Aware to Empty Layer
Misc. Fixes and Tips
Mac Tip-Using Full Retina Resolution
FREE Public Tip

Transformation Tips

37:52 Duration
Introduction
Changing Rotation Pivot Point
Transform Again
Quick Transformations
Preventing Snapping
Keyboard Shortcuts
Tips & Tricks
Scaling Layer Effects
FREE Public Tip

Channels

1:08:57 Duration
Introduction
QuickMask
Color and Composite Channels
Layer
Alpha Channels
Add & Subtract
Color Channels
Composite Channel
Color to Alpha Channel
Channel Mixer
Real-World Example

Layers

Multi-Image Alignment

44:06 Duration
Introduction
Photo Merge > Panorama
1st Example
Difference Blending Mode
Free Transform
2nd Example
Warping
3rd Example
Retouching
4th Example
5th Example
Puppet Warp
Summary
MA_Multi Image Alignment
Practice Images.zip

Linked Smart Objects

22:59 Duration
Introduction
Drag from Lightroom
File>Place Linked
Layered Linked S.O.
PDF Linked S.O.
Embed Linked
Convert to Linked
Summary
Linked-Smart-Object-Practice-Images.zip

Moving Multiple Layers

24:52 Duration
Introduction
Multi-Select Layers
Linking
Groups
Smart Objects
Summary
MA_Moving Multiple Layers
Layer-Linking.tif
Smart-Objects-and-styles.tif
Groups to organize.tif

Layer Keyboard Shortcuts

15:16 Duration
Introduction
Auto-Select Layers
Layer List
Select Multiple
Disable Snapping
Drag Bounding Box
Stacking Order
Toggle Visibility
Delete Layers
Create Group
Clipping Group
New Layer
Summary
MA_Layer Keyboard Shortcuts
Moscow Mega Pano.zip

Understanding Apply Image

30:30 Duration
Introduction
Basic Concepts
Invert
Blending Mode
Opacity
Preserve Transparency
Mask
A Bug in Photoshop
Review of Options
Frequency Separation
Apply Between Documents
Summary
MA_Understanding Apply Image

Layer Mask Tips & Tricks II

1:05:20 Duration
Introduction
Simplify Practice Image
Ellipical Marquee
Basic Quick Mask
Load Mask as Selection
Luminosity Mask
Layer Mask Options
Brush + Fade
Grays in Layer Masks
Inspect All Masks
Summary
MA_Layer Mask Tips II
2013_09_23_Newfield Texaco NJ.zip

Natural Shadows

1:31:41 Duration
Introduction
Keep Original Shadow
Textured Backgrounds
Truly Transparent Shadow
Black-Only Shadows
Recreate Shadow
Complex Shadow Retention
Second Complex Example
Problem Example
Cast Shadow Creation
Clipping Shadows
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Realistic Shadows
2007_06-Santa-Monica-CA.jpg
2009_12 South East Asia.jpg
Textured.jpg
IMG_6698.JPG
Bens Weathered_09.jpg
photo 2.jpg
photo.jpg
Cast Shadow.jpg
Canon GPS.jpg

Wish I Knew: Layers

26:00 Duration
Introduction
Background "Layer"
Flatten vs Merge Visible
Auto-Select Layers
Viewing Single Layer
Auto-Align Layers
Reveal All
Trim
Copy Merged
Summary
FREE Public Tip!
MA-Wish I Knew_Layers
Wish I Knew-Layers.zip

Balloon Basket Composite

36:09 Duration
Introduction
Loading Into Layers
Retouch Base Image
Align Balloon Layer
Mask Balloon Layer
Light Soft Effect
Mute Colors
Summary
Balloon Basket Composite.pdf
Olivia in Basket.jpg
Balloons and Basket.jpg

Layer Mask Tips & Tricks

39:08 Duration
Introduction
Add Inverted Mask
Drag-Duplicate Mask
View Mask Contents
View As Overlay
View & Disable
Mask Options
Mask Properties
Feather
Density
Display Options
Active: Image vs Mask
Inverted Duplicate
Channel to Mask
Paste into Mask
Adjust Mask
Blending Sliders to Mask
Inspect Channels
Hide with Sliders
New Layer Below
Duplicate Layer
Merge into Empty
Disable Sliders
Load Visible Areas
Delete Layer
Refine Mask
Refine Furry Masks
Masking Layer Styles
Unlink Mask
Summary
VID045 Layer Mask Tips Tricks.pdf
Layer Mask Tips Images.zip

Layer Tips & Tricks

48:00 Duration
Introduction
Smart Guides
Auto-Select Layer
Contextual Menu
Auto-Select Group
Auto-Select Mulitple
Drag-select Layers
Auto-Select Default
Stacking Order
Top/Bottom of Stack
Reverse Stack
Option/Alt to Duplicate
Drag Aligned
Preserve Transparency
Linked Layers
Lock Retouch Layer
Link Retouching Layer
Filter Layers
Find Layer Name
Dupe to New Doc
Image>Trim
Increasing Opacity
Delete Hidden Layers
Show/Hide Shortcut
Open Flattened Version
Summary
Layer Tips and Tricks.pdf
Layer Tips Practice Images.zip

Auto Align & Auto Blend Layers

37:48 Duration
Introduction
Auto-Align Layers
Manual Panorama Stitching
Auto-Blend Layers
Content Aware Fill Option
Focus Stacking
Manual Image Alignment
Tips & Tricks
GIF Animations
Fisheye Panoramas
Summary
Auto Align Blend Practice Images

Layer Groups

1:00:32 Duration
Introduction
Quickstart
Organizing Layers with Groups
Masking Groups
Layer Styles
Nested Groups
Real World Examples
Retouch & Refine
Brochure
Selective B&W
Tips & Tricks
Auto-Select Layers
Clipping Groups
Merge Group
Expand/Collapse All
Link Group
FREE Public Tip
VID035_Layer Groups.pdf
Group-Basics.psd.zip
Knockout.tif

Getting Started with Layers

1:10:28 Duration
Introduction
Getting Started with Layers
Combining Multiple Images
Transforming
Auto-Select Layers
Smart Guides
New Layer Via Copy
Aligning Layers
Magnification Mismatches
Clipping Masks
Layer Groups
Background Layer
Summary
L2L-Lesson-5
Getting Started with Layers - Practice Files

Layer Comps

22:44 Duration
Introduction
Layer Visibility
Layer Position
Layer Styles
Creating Layer Comps
Updating Layer Comps
Warning Icon
Modifying Settings
Keyboard Shortcuts
Icon Summary
Exporting Comps
VID032_Layer-Comps.pdf
Layer Styles.psd
birds.tiff

Smart Objects

59:52 Duration
QuickStart
Multiple Instances
Nested Smart Objects
Linked Smart Objects
Tips & Tricks
VID031_Smart-Objects.pdf
Vector Art.psd.zip
Layer Style Example.psd.zip
Multiple Instances.psd.zip

Organize

Bens LrC Smart Collections

14:52 Duration
Introduction
Loading the Collections
Using the Collections
Summary
MA_Bens Smart Collections
Bens Smart Collections.zip

Keywording Tips & Tricks

25:57 Duration
Introduction
Naming Tips
Suggested Keywords List
Keywords Inside Matches
Export as Catalog
Import & Export Keywords
Purge Unused Keywords
Tag Using Painter
Keyboard Shortcuts
Remove Keywords Before Import
Summary
MA_Keyword Tips Tricks.pdf

Intermediate Keywording

36:57 Duration
Introduction
Save Metadata to File
Synonyms
Will Export View
Hierarchical Keyword List
Import Keywords
Non-Exporting Keywords
People Keywords
Organizational Keywords
Exporting
Summary
MA_Intermediate Keywording
Lightroom-Keywording.zip

Making Images Searchable with Keywords

45:34 Duration
Introduction
Keywording Panel
Keyword List Panel
Filter Bar
Keyword Suggestions
Keyword Sets
Keyword Thumbnail Badge
Keywording Multiple Images
Apply During Import
Smart Collections
Collections vs Keywords
General Advice
Summary
Keyworking Basics.zip

LrC: Desktop + Laptop Workflow

32:09 Duration
Introduction
Assumptions
Essential Concepts
4 Workflow Choices
Frequent Switch w/Archives
Brief Trips with Images
Newly Shot Only
Long Trip w/Full Archives
Import from Another Catalog
Summary
MA_LR Classic Laptop Desktop

Lightroom Classic: Syncing

26:06 Duration
Introduction
Enable Syncing
Synced Collections
Smart Previews
Sync Methods
All Synced Photos
Filter Collection List
Public Collections
Like & Comment Online
LR Mobile
Sync Preferences
Troubleshooting
What Gets Synced
Summary
MA_LR Classic Syncing

Lightroom Classic Collection Tips

43:45 Duration
Introduction
View Multiple
Extend Panel Width
Collapse/Expand Children
Save Quick Collection
Collection Options
Subdivide Large Collections
Smart Collection Portfolios
Color Label System
Filter Collections
Virtual Copies & Edits
Collection Badges
Export Smart Collection
Export as Catalog
Other Modules
Summary
MA_LR Collection Tips

Lightroom Classic Collections

44:14 Duration
Introduction
Collection Types
Collections
Smart Collections
Collection Sets
Specialty Collections
Quick Collection
Target Collection
Collection Tips
Summary
MA_Lightroom Collections

Culling a Shoot in Lightroom

37:49 Duration
Introduction
Subfolder Overview
Culling a Shoot
Stack HDR Brackets
Mark Bad as Reject
Survey View
Compare View
Sequence Of Images
Develop Multiple Images
Low Res Panoramas
Crop Before Comparing
Summary
MA_Culling a Shoot in LR

Lightroom Folder Color Labels

37:13 Duration
Introduction
Folder System Overview
Color Label System
Green=Done
Blue=Culling Complete
Red=Culling Needed
Yellow=Mid Culling
Purple=Not in System
Apply to Archives
Confirm Existing Labels
Find Finished Shoots
Find Unculled Shoots
Find Culled Shoots
Summary of Color Labels
Don't Use Favorites
MA_LR Color Labels

LR Map Advanced

1:03:28 Duration
Introduction
Auto-Import
Convert GPS Coordinates
Google Streetview Tips
Filter by Metadata
Sync Metadata
Filter by Location
Smart Collections
Address to GPS Coordinates
More Streetview Tips
Force Image Download
Clear Keywords
Extend LR with Plugins
Subject Collections
Summary
MA_LR Map Module Advanced

Lightroom Map Module

36:46 Duration
Introduction
Navigating the Map
Adding Photos to Map
Drag to Map
Use GPS Receiver
GPS Tracklog
Misc. Features
Saved Locations
Include with Export?
Summary

Lightroom Quarterly Maintenance

36:51 Duration
Introduction
Backup Catalog
Save Metadata to XMP
Discard Unneeded Previews
Clear Outtakes History
Rename Default Names
Fix Missing Files
Keyword Base Images
Create In Progress Folder
Review Maintenance Collections
Summary
MA_Quarterly LR Maintenance

LR Organization Update & Tips

39:37 Duration
Introduction
Library Panels
Hide LR Modules
Solo Mode
Folder System
Collection System
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Organization Update

Lightroom Desktop/Laptop Workflows

32:24 Duration
Introduction
Workflow Options
Pure Travel Catalog
Master on External
Master & Master + Travel
Bridge for Travel
Bridge Preferences
Import from Catalog
Import Bridge Changes
Summary
MA_Lightroom Desktop Laptop Workflow

Wish I Knew: Organize

46:31 Duration
Introduction
.XMP Files
DNG Ideas
Master TIFF Files
Renaming Images
Organizing with Subfolders
FREE Public Tip
MA-Wish I Knew_Organize

Lightroom Library Module Tips

40:09 Duration
Simplified Import Dialog
Removing Keywords Before Import
Viewing Hard Drive Info
Working with Folders
Changing File Permissions
Thumbnail Icon Badges
Custom Color Labels
Match Total Exposures
Quick Develop
Using LR Metadata in InDesign
VID039: LR Library Module Tip & Tricks.pdf

Bridge vs Lightroom

51:56 Duration
Intro & Overview
Bridge
Lightroom
Adjustments
Delivery Files
Printing
Misc
Misc Cont
Summary
VID019-Bridge vs Lightroom

Lightroom Organizational System

33:36 Duration
Introduction
Overview of System
Subfolder Setup
Number next to folder
Additional Subfolders
Adding keyboard shortcut
Keywording System
Unnecessary Keywords

Enhance

Challenge Image: Prom Part 1

37:28 Duration
Introduction
Avoiding Problems
ACR Snapshots
Adjusting Overall Contrast
Masked Adjustments
Retouching
Summary
MA_Challenge Prom 1
Prom Challenge.zip

Masking Practice: People in Public

35:11 Duration
Introduction
Image 1
Image 2
Image 3
Image 4
Image 5
Image 6
Image 7
Image 8
Image 9 w/retouch
Summary
MA_Processing People
Practice Images.zip

Panoramas in HDR

40:18 Duration
Introduction
Panorama Capture
HDR Panorama Merge
HDR with Deghosting
Enhance>Denoise
Stitch Panorama
Basic Optimizations
Summary
MA_HDR Panos
Practice Images.zip

iPhone Camera Matching Profiles

13:55 Duration
Introduction
Camera Matching Profile
Finding iPhone Profiles
Raw Panoramas
Summary
MA_iPhone-Cam-Matching-Profiles
Practice Images.zip

ACR/LRC Lens Blur

23:32 Duration
Introduction
Generate Depth Map
Visualize Depth
Focal Range
Bokeh Settings
Manual Focus/Blur
Bad Example
Blur Near Objects
Blur Near & Far
Use Device Depth
Summary
MA_Lens Blur
Lens Blur Practice Images.zip

ACR/LRC Point Color

40:38 Duration
Introduction
HSL/Color
Point Color
Range Settings
Visualize Range
Shift Sliders
Color Limitation
Masked Adjustments
Stacking Adjustments
2nd Masked Example
Another Example
Last Example
Summary
MA_Point Color
Point Color Practice Images.zip

Lightroom Classic Masking Tips

22:18 Duration
Introduction
Update Old Mask to AI Masks
Multiple Object Masks
Solo Mode
Amount Slider
Pins & Overlays
Inverting Masks
Change Stacking Order
Eyeballs & Switches
Auto-Hide Panel
Mask Panel Position
Summary
MA_LR Masking Tips
2018_04_28-Route-66-Holbrook-AZ.zip

Challenge: 8mm Distortion Fix

21:13 Duration
Introduction
ACR: Apply Lens Profile
Adaptive Wide Angle
Apply Constraint Tool
Adjust Aspect Ratio
Crop
Fill Undefined Areas
Summary
MA_8mm-Distortion
roberts challenge image.dng.zip

Optimize Highlights & Contrast

54:01 Duration
Introduction
Visualize Action
Tone Down Highlights
Refine Results
Evaluate Hazy Areas
Saved Selections
Reducing Haze
Brighten Highlights
Increasing Haze
Clean Up Layers
Summary
MA_Optimize Highlights Contrast
Action & Practice Image.zip

Challenge Image: Sun to Shade

36:02 Duration
Introduction
Three Methods
Adobe Camera Raw
Convert for Smart Filters
Masked Adjustment
Dial in Adjustment
Fix Transition
Fine-Tune
Other Areas
Frequency Separation
Actions
Median instead of Blur
Retouch Low Frequency
Darken High Frequency
Curves Adjustment Layer
Other Refinements
Summary
MA_Sun to Shade Challenge
Amorino Sun to Shade.jpg
Frequency Separation Actions

Lab Mode Color Separation

24:38 Duration
Introduction
Curves in Lab
Adjusting a and b
Lab Histogram
Fine-tuning Results
Using a Selection
Adjusting Neutral Areas
Converting to RGB
Summary
MA_Lab-color-separation
PracticeImages.zip

Raw Highlight Detail

15:28 Duration
Introduction
Sensor Dynamic Range
Recoving Highlight Detail
Fixing Odd Results
Summary
MA_Raw Highlight Detail
2004_06-Bryce-Canyon-National-Park.dng_.zip

Depth & Dimension

26:18 Duration
Introduction
Saved Selections
General Process
Repeat the Process
Create Action
Apply Same Settings
Curves vs Levels
Modify Adjustment
Summary
2006_06-Badlands-SD.tif
Depth-Helper Action.zip

Adjustment Practice

28:02 Duration
Introduction
Curves for Shadows
Paint on Layer Mask
Curves for Highlights
Limit to Highlights
Hue/Saturation on Grass
Refine Mask
Summary
2011_11 Africa.jpg

Stack Modes

32:37 Duration
Introduction
Load Exposures
Load Actions
Using Actions
Use on Waterfall with Masks
Dissimilar Content
Creating Actions
Summary
MA_Stack Modea
Practice Images.zip
Bens Stack Modes.zip

Challenge Image: Egg

19:25 Duration
Introduction
Mask with Pen Tool
Add Replacement Background
Overprint Shadow
Soften Vector Mask
Enhance Color & Contrast
Retouching
Summary
MA_Challenge Image Egg
Egg.jpg
2013_12_07_Valencia Spain.dng

Distant Haze Action

29:14 Duration
Introduction
Install Actions
Apply Action
Adjust Results
Minus Sky Action
Modify Mask
ACR Component Action
Modifying Action Settings
How Action Works
Summary
MA_Distant Haze Action
Bens Distant Haze.atn
2019_05_08-Valletta-Malta-08997.jpg
2006_06 Badlands SD

Linear Image Refinement

41:44 Duration
Introduction
Evaluating the Image
Masks from Snapshot
-Sky xBrush
-Sky xGradient
-Sky xLuminance Range
+Sky -Sky = Edge Mask
Transform Upright
Open as Smart Object
Fill Empty Areas
Retouch
Fix bright Hill
Fix Color Fringing
Summary
MA_Linear Image Refinement
2015-0413-Keelung Taiwan-snapshots.zip

Linear Raw Profiles

45:11 Duration
Introduction
Evaluating Images
Creating Linear Profiles
Find Raw File
Apply Adobe Standard
Export Raw DNG
DNG Profile Editor
Restart LrC or ACR
Apply Linear Profile
Fine-tune Results
2nd Example
3rd Example
Compare to Alternative
Summary
MA_Linear Raw Files
Practice Images.zip

Colorful Travel Photography

34:02 Duration
Introduction
White Balance
Vibrance/Saturation
Fine-Tune Color
2nd Example
Vibrance/Saturation Presets
3rd Example
4th Example
Color Grading
5th Example
Mask Humans
6th Example
Masking
6th Example
7th Example
Summary
MA_Colorful Travel Photos
LR Catalog.zip
DNG Files for ACR.zip

Turning on the Lights

42:14 Duration
Introduction
Convert to Nighttime
Create Light Beam
Blur Light Beam
Mask Beam
Blending Mode
Fine-Tune Color
Duplicate Light
Group & Fine-Tune
Complex Lights
Knockout Deep
2nd Example
Use Light Between Docs
Transform
Light Fixture
Light Bulb
Control Shadow Detail
Summary
MA_Turning on Lights
2014_02_Sydney-Australia.jpg
2015_04_15-Qibao Old Street.jpg

Daytime to Nighttime

22:20 Duration
Introduction
Camera Raw Filter
Mask sky and desaturate
Color Lookup Table
Custom LUT
Summary
MA_Daytime to Nighttime
Practice-Images.zip

Enhancing Sunset with PS

23:50 Duration
Introduction
Neural Filters
Landscape Mixer
Color Transfer
Color Blending Mode
Green Luminosity Mask
2nd with Inverted Mask
Blend Last Image
Group and Mask
Summary
MA_Enhancing Sunset in PS
Downtown-LA.jpg

Challenge: Golden Hour

23:18 Duration
Introduction
Adjust Dark Clouds
Adjust Upper Sky
Adjust Intermediate Area
Enhance City
Fix Lower Sky
Adjust Bright Sky
Review of Masks
Summary
MA_Challenge Golden Hour
Downtown LA.jpg

Challenge Shadow Removal

37:49 Duration
Introduction
Low Frequency Mask
Curves Adjustment
Group with Mask
Refine Curves Adjustment
Blur Mask
Paint on both masks
Color Tweaks
Second Curve
Blur Tool
Hue/Saturation
QuickMask Mode
Summary
MA_Shadow Removal
Challenge hawk.jpg
Bens Frequency Separation.zip

HDR to Final

59:41 Duration
Introduction
Spot Healing Brush
+ Contrast in Curves
Isolate with QuickMask
Hue/Saturation
Shift Color in Curves
Luminosity Mode
Lens Flare
Paint in Color Mode
Lens Flare 2
Tiny Tweaks
Dual Masks
Retouch Flare
Summary
MA_HDR to Final
2011_05-Horseshoe-Bend-AZ.tif

Enhanced HDR

34:21 Duration
Introduction
Merge HDR
Process HDR
Process Sky Image
Replace HDR Sky
Process Water Image
Replace HDR Water
Remove Tripod Leg
Summary
MA_Enhanced HDR
Enhanced HDR Practice Images.zip

Make Subject Pop

45:01 Duration
Introduction
Examples
1st Example
Levels
Select Subject
Quick Mask
Fill Layer Mask
Refine Mask
2nd Example
Curves
Paint on Mask
Optimize Subject
Detail Action
3rd Example
Curves
Color Curves
Adjust Fountain
Summary
MA_Make Subject Pop
2021_12 San Jaun Puerto Rico.tif
2021_12 Virgin Gorda BVI.tif
2021_12 San Jaun Puerto Rico 2.tif

Vignetting

42:15 Duration
Introduction
Post Crop Vignetting
Highlights Slider
Radial Filter
Range Mask
Remove with Brush
Snapshots
Adjustment Brush
Photoshop Vignetting
PS Crop Layer
PS Vignetting Layer
PS Groups
Virtual Copies
PS Highlights
Summary
MA_Vignettes
Practice Images.zip

Sun Challenge Image

16:34 Duration
Introduction
Basic Adjustments
Profile
Color Grading
Detail Adjustments
Optics
Spot Removal
Avoiding Lens Flare
Summary
MA_Sun Challenge
Sun-Challenge.zip

Finish the Flamingos

41:13 Duration
Introduction
Dual Develop Settings
Retouch in Raw
Retouch with Clone Source
Darken Top
Brighten Feathers
Adjust Heads
Adjust Eyes
Adjust Beaks
Refine Layer Mask
Clean Up Layers
Summary
MA_Finish the Flamingos
Flamingos.tif

Adjustment Brush Practice

38:51 Duration
Introduction
Auto Mask
Shift Hue
Range Mask
Color Contrast
Lightroom Classic
Lower Contrast
Adjustment Brush Issues
Summary
MA_Adjustment Brush Practive
Practice Images.zip

Learn From Your Archives

16:46 Duration
Introduction
Dull Shadow Detail
+Whites with Adj Brush
Add Range Mask
Smoothness
When Not to Use
Summary
MA_Learn From Your Archives

Transform Shadow into Light II

37:18 Duration
Introduction
Histogram Differences
Curves Mindset
Mask Results
Second Pass
Example 1
Tip: Clip Multiple
Example 2
Hue/Saturation
Example 3
Mask on Group
Example 4
Tip: Clipping Preview
Adding Shade Back
Summary
MA_Transform Shadow into Light
2013_11-Talmo-Texaco.tif
2013_09-Waverly-Shell-Station.tif
2013_09-Shell-Service-Station-Bayport-MN.tif
2015-08-Shell Station New Cambria MO.tif

Transform Shadow into Light

41:47 Duration
Introduction
Examples
Camera Raw or Lightroom
Dual Raw Processing
Multiple Exposure Blending
Summary
MA_Shadow to Light
Practice Images.zip

Lead the Eye via Adjustments

1:07:38 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom Example
Photoshop Example
Adjust Color
Increase Contrast
Reduce Brightness
Fade
Selection Tip
Increase Saturation
Decrease Saturation
Before/After Views
2nd Photoshop Example
Fill Shortcuts
Limit in Highlights and Shadows
Overall Brightness
Fix Shiny Action
Summary
MA_Lead the Eye Via Adjustments
Practice Images & Action.ZIP

Color Grading in LR/ACR

56:19 Duration
Introduction
Views
Black/White
Balance
Blending
Hue Slider
Saturation Slider
Global
LR Color Swatch
Reproducing Split Toning
Toned B&W Example
Iceberg Example
Sunset Example
Keyboard Shortcuts
Stylize Example
Save as Preset
Adobe Camera Raw
Apple as Adjustment Layer
Troubleshooting
Summary
MA_Color Grading in LR ACR
Practice Images.zip

Fix Shiny Skin

27:11 Duration
Introduction
Preventing Shine
Shine Reduction Action
Heal Away Shine
Action + Healing
Heal Between Docs
Finding Good Skin
Summary
MA_Fixing Shiny Skin
2002-Ben-and-Regina.jpg
Laura.jpg
2009_12-Myanmar-Burma.tif

Curves in Highlights or Shadows

15:47 Duration
Introduction
Included Selections
Basic Color Adjustment
2nd Basic Adjustment
Adjust Shadows
Adjust Highlights
2nd Example
Summary
MA_Curves in Highlights or Shadows
2013_09_20_Peninsula-Pure-1.tif

Fixing Uneven Objects

31:22 Duration
Introduction
Select Object
Apply Curves
Edit Layer Mask
2nd Example
3rd Example
Quick Mask Tip
Adjust Hue/Saturation
Summary
MA_Fixing Uneven Objects
2012_04-Aetna-Station-Middletown-NY.tif
2013_08_18_Guerin Texaco Service Station MN.tif
2013_09_20_Peninsula Pure.tif

Dramatic B&W Architecture

43:05 Duration
Introduction
Process as Dark & Dull
Process Bright Image
Add & Invert Layer Mask
Select Surface
Add Gradient to Mask
Repeat
Feather Edges
Adjust Layer Mask
Work Central Area
Work Sky Area
Add Noise to Sky
Refine Dull Areas
Summary
MA_Dramatic BW Architecture
2018_06_08-Salk Institute.ZIP

Adjustment Brush Advanced Tips

54:50 Duration
Introduction
Flow vs Density
Asian Drawers Example
Yoga Example
Venice Italy Example
Eze France Example
Oporto Portugal Example
Spacing with Auto Mask
Auto Mask Source
Repositing Adjustments
PS Masking Raw Image
Summary
2004 Practice Images.zip
MA_Adjustment Brush Advanced Tips

Adjustment Brush Tips

33:25 Duration
Introduction
Keyboard Shortcuts
Presets
Duplicate
Overall Amount
Precise Adjustments
Mixed White Balance
Moire Reduction
Defringe
Blur & Noise
Summary
MA_Adjustment Brush Tips
2003 Practice Images.zip

LR/ACR Adjustment Brush for Landscapes

1:53:43 Duration
Introduction
Basic Concepts
Brush Settings
Camera Raw
Brush Shortcuts
Basic Use
Flow
Auto Mask
Before/After
Multiple Adjustments
Landscape Techniques
Temple Example
Palouse Example
Slot Canyon Example
Fall Color Example
Monk Example
Myanmar Example
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Adjustment Brush Landscapes
Practice Images.zip

LR/ACR Adjustment Brush for Portraits

1:06:53 Duration
Introduction
Basic Concepts
Brush Settings
Camera Raw
Brush Shortcuts
Basic Use
Flow
Auto Mask
Before/After
Multiple Adjustments
Portrait Techniques
Face Texture
Eyes
Brighten Face
Teeth
Lips
Hair
Skin
Jewelry
Clothing
Refining Results
Summary
MA_Adjustment Brush Portraits
2008_09 Cassandra.jpg
Practice Raw Files.zip

Curves for Color II

54:49 Duration
Introduction
Lion Example
Eyes
Dark Mane
Nose
Light Mane
Face
Background
Karen Example
Saved Selections
Background
Skintones
Hair
Clothing
Service Station Example
Summary
MA_Curves for Color Part2
2011_11 Africa.jpg
2015-05-Santa Barbara CA.tif

Curves for Color

1:04:44 Duration
Introduction
Create Keyboard Shortcut
Essential Concepts
Increasing Contrast
Layer Mask
Luminosity Mode
Second Example
Color Concepts
Third Example
Summary
MA_Curves for Color Part1
2016_09_Venice Italy.jpg
Iceland Church.jpg
2006_10 Iceland.jpg

Split Toning

42:26 Duration
Introduction
General Concept
Real World 1
Black & White
Sunset
Sunset II
Sunset III
More Sunset
Profile Conflicts
Absorb Examples
Mixed Shade
Isolated Brightness
More Examples
Warmer Light Examples
Resetting Settings
Adobe Camera Raw
Creating Presets
Summary
MA_Split Toning
Practice Images.zip

Sky Replacements

1:07:32 Duration
Introduction
Organizing Skies
Capturing Skies
View Image & Sky
Overlay Image on Sky in LR
Adjusting Sky to Match
Open in PS
Layer Mask
Refine Mask
Multiple Skies
Layer Comps
Retouch in ACR/LR
Combining Masks
Blend Edges
Summary
MA_Sky Replacements
Practice Images.zip

Start to Finish: Water

36:27 Duration
Introduction
Basic Settings
Graduated Filter
Split Toning
HSL
Crop/Rotate
Summary
MA_Start to Finish Water
2018_08_07-Cassis France.zip

Image Refinements

53:31 Duration
Introduction
Increasing Contrast
Selections From Masks
Luminosity Mode
Quick Mask Selections
Clipped Adjustment Layers
Clipped + Masked
Targeting Colors
Removing A Glow
Second Example
Curves Color Shift
Hue/Sat Adjustment
Summary
MA_Image Refinements
Bora Bora French Polynesia.tif
Marlborough New Zealand.tif

Image Blending

1:21:56 Duration
Introduction
First Pass
Second Pass
Third Pass
Fourth Pass
Fifth Pass
Layer Group
Retouching Layer
Adjustment Layers
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Image Blending
2019_03_27-Marlborough New Zealand.zip

Backlight Fixes

34:07 Duration
Introduction
Ideal Photos for Technique
1st Example
Adjustment Brush
2nd Example
3rd Example
4th Example
5th Example
6th Example
Final Example
Summary
MA_Backlit Fixes
BacklitImages.zip

Body of Work

22:04 Duration
Introduction
1st Example
2nd Example
1st Body of Work
Reference View
2nd Body of Work
3rd Body of Work
Dodge & Burn on truck
4th Body of Work
Summary
MA_Processing Mindset

Face-Aware Liquify

17:11 Duration
Introduction
B&W Images
Essential Preferences
Liquify Eyes
Liquify Nose
Liquify Mouth
Liquify Face Shape
2nd Example
Smart Objects
3rd Example
Face Tool
Smart Filter Mask
Summary
MA_Face-Aware Liquify
2006_05-Atlanta-GA.jpg
Face.jpg
2014 Nace Wedding 0129.jpg

Dodge & Burn: Faces

37:56 Duration
Introduction
Loading Actions
Actions Explained
Concept Explained
Tool Settings
Switching Tools
Brush Size
Mindset Explained
Darkening
Removing Overspray
Using Multiple Layers
Before & After
Adjusting Opacity
Grouping Layers
2nd Example
Aggressive Settings
3rd Example
Retaining Blacks
Summary
MA_Dodge Burn Faces
Face.jpg
2011_11 Africa 09960
Portrait1.jpg
Dodge & Burn.zip

Using the HSB/HSL Filter

1:16:15 Duration
Introduction
Filter Basics
HSB Selections
Adjusting Masks
Paint/Fill Masks
Replacing Vibrance
Creating HSB/HSL Actions
Swap Bright/Luminosity
Understanding Hue
Hue Adjustments
Using Smart Objects
Saturation Adjustments
Smart Object Action
Rasterize Smart Object
Contrasty Mellow Colors
Dual Layer Masks
Summary
MA_Using the HSB HSL Filter
spectrum.jpg
Field Bros Service Station.jpg
Route 66 Grants NM.jpg
Route 66 Twin Arrows AZ.jpg
Karen Yoga with Murals FL.jpg
Panama City Panama.jpg
Ilha Grande Brazil.jpg
Great Smoky Mountains.jpg

Sunset Tricks

20:32 Duration
Introduction
Darkening Highlights
Brightening Shadows
Graduated Filter
Warming Shadows
White Balance
Adjustment Brush
Adding Color
Clarity
Saturation Clipping
Snapshots
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Sunset Tricks
2007_09-Iceland 02520.zip

Understanding Hue & Saturation

1:17:52 Duration
Introduction
Targeted Tool
Slider Descriptions
Color Menu
Hand Tool
Hand Modifiers
The Hue Bar
Sliders Example
Hue Slider
Layer Masks
Eyedropper Tools
Partial B&W
Spin the Hue Bar
Precise Isolation
Basic Color Matching
Color Blending Mode
Multi-Color Adjustment
Precision Blending
Re-Editing
Similar Colors
Multi-Hue Fixes
Precise Color Match
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Hue and Saturation
Tenerife Spain_0352.jpg
Surabaya Java Indonesia_0036.jpg
Napa Valley 00623.jpg
The-Palouse_0227.jpg
Sensuous Steel TN_0108.jpg
Los-Osos-CA-00525.jpg
Yoga with Murals FL-00032.jpg
Singapore_0200.jpg
Venice Italy_0342.jpg
Venice Italy_0342.jpg
RC7C6022.jpg

Curves for Black & White

1:22:08 Duration
Introduction
Color Photos
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Example 4
Summary
2013_12_01_062519_Tenerife_0205.jpg
2016_09_Dubrovnik Croatia_0283-Edit.jpg
2015-07-Adobe Summit Denver CO-00127.jpg
2004_06 Arches National Park 00110.jpg
MA_Curves for Black and White

Understanding RGB Histograms

1:12:40 Duration
Introduction
Camera vs Raw
JPEG-based Histograms
Histogram Types
Histogram Examples
JPEG Preview vs Raw
Profiles in LR
Post-processed Histograms
Saturation Clipping
Photoshop Histograms
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_HistogramsII

Lightroom & Camera Raw Profiles

58:57 Duration
Introduction
Adobe Standard
Camera Matching Profiles
JPEG Embedded Profile
Profile Browser
Adobe Raw Profiles
Adobe Color
Adobe Vivid
Adobe Neutral
Adobe Portrait
Adobe Landscape
Change Default Setting
Set LR Defaults
Set ACR Defaults
Creating a 3D LUT
3D LUT to Profile
Applying Custom Profile
Rename Profile Options
Amount Slider
Adding ACR Settings
HDR Specific Settings
Look Table
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_LR and ACR Profiles

Black & White in Lightroom/ACR

45:57 Duration
Introduction
When/Why B&W
Partial B&W
Black & White
Before/After View
B&W Profiles
White Balance
Black Point
+Dehaze -Contrast
Split Toning
White Point
Adobe Camera Raw
Adjust Multiple
Examples
Creating Presets
Summary
MA_BW in LR and ACR
Catalog for Lightroom Users
DNG Files for Camera Raw

Lightroom Develop Module Features

43:03 Duration
Introduction
Histogram
RGB Numbers
Precise Adjustments
Solo Mode
Toolbar Options
Tool Options
Before/After Views
Reference View
Background Color
Snapshots
Summary
MA_LR Develop Module Features

Understanding Histograms

58:53 Duration
Introduction
Building a Histogram
Photoshop Histograms
RGB Histograms
In-Camera Histograms
Example Histograms
Dark Images
Average Images
Noise & Histograms
Bright Images
Specular Highlights
Shooting Mindset
Histograms for HDR
Lightroom/ACR & Histograms
Blacks
Whites
Clipping View
Exposure
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Understanding Histograms

Adjustment Layer Tips & Tricks

1:07:17 Duration
Introduction
Screen Organization
Layer Thumbnail Size
Copy & Paste Layers
Structuring Documents
Merging Layers
Delete Empty Masks
Keyboard Shortcuts
Easy Masking
Sampling Colors
Empty Adj Layers
Sharpening
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Adjustment Layer Tips Tricks
Adj Lyr Practice Images.zip

Wish I Knew: Enhance

37:51 Duration
Introduction
Don't Skip these ACR/LR Adjustments
Highlights Detail
Shadow Detail
White Balance
Importance of .XMP Files
ACR JPEG Caution
Darkening Increases Saturation
Saturation Clipping
Luminosity Mode
Color Mode
Camera Raw Import Settings
Bit Depth
Sample Size
RGB Numbers + Profile
Red, Green, Blue
Opposite Colors
Profile Dependent
Reset Adjustment Brush
FREE Public Tip
MA_WIK Enhance
Enhance Practice Images.zip

Lightroom Keyboard Shortcuts

52:17 Duration
Introduction
Keyboard Shortcut List
Auto-Tone
B&W
Edit in Photoshop
Snapshots
Color Labels
Impromptu Slideshows
Info Overlay
Accessing Panels
Filmstrip
Zoom Toggle
Undo/Redo
Reset Sliders
Slider Focus
Deselect Image
Spot Removal Reset
Adjustment Brush Keys
Graduated Filter Keys
Clipping Display
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_LR Keyboard Shortcuts

Equalize

21:33 Duration
Introduction
Equalize Selected Area
Lightpainting Example
Creating An Action
Bright Example
Overcast Sky Example
JPEG & 16 Bit Warning
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Equalize
Equalize Practice Images.zip

Adjustment Layers

1:41:44 Duration
Introduction
Direct Adjustments
Fade
History Brush
Direct-Exclusive
Shadow Highlight
Match Color
HDR Toning
Replace Color
Equalize
Direct Adjustment Summary
Adjustment Layers
3 Methods
Overall Mindset
Stacking Order
Clip to One Layer
Drag n Drop
Panel Icons
with Layer Masks
Mask by Default
Invert Mask
Drag to Layers
Mask Overlay
Keyboard Shortcuts
View Mask Directly
Delete Mask
with Folder/Groups
Creating A Group
Limit to Group
Mask Multiple Layers
with Blending Sliders
Example Image 1
Use Channels
with Blending Modes
Luminosity Mode
Color Mode
Summary
Bonus Tip
MA_Adjustment Layers
Adjustment Layer Practice Images.zip

Color Lookup Profiles

31:21 Duration
Introduction
Color Lookup Adjustments
Sample Effect 1
Create Lookup #1
Sample Effect #2
Sample Effect #3
Summary
MA_Color Lookup.pdf
Color Lookup Files.zip

High Pass Sharpening

41:08 Duration
Introduction
High Pass Explained
High Pass Sharpening
Creating an Action
Smart High Pass Action
Compared to Unsharp Mask
Multi-layered Documents
Idealized Action
Best Time to Use High Pass
Frequency Separation Relationship
Summary
MA-High Pass Sharpening.pdf
2016_09_Pompeii Italy.jpg
2017_03_Buenos Aires Argentina.jpg
Complex Layered.tif

Dodge & Burn Layers

34:43 Duration
Introduction
Create Dodge & Burn Layer
Dodging & Burning
Mural Example
Opacity vs Flow
Spacing's Affect on Flow
Creating an D&B Action
Sloth Example
Editing Tricks
Dodge & Burn Limitations
Slot Canyon Example
Refining the Results
Summary
MA-Dodge & Burn Layers
Upper Antelope Canyon.jpg
Salvador Brazil.jpg
Boca de Valeria Brazil.zip
2017_03_Boca de Valeria Brazil.jpg

Logic of Adjustments

53:07 Duration
Introduction
Brightness Adjustments
Warm/Cool Adjustments
Opposite Colors
Red Green Blue Choices
HSL Adjustments
Lightness
Saturation
Hue
Color Wheels
Specialty Adjustments
Color Balance
Selective Color
Hue/Saturation
Replace Color
Photo Filter
Color Lookup
Gradient Map
Match Color
Summary
MA-Logic of Adjustments
2017_04 Panama City Panama 4092
2016-01 Montevideo Uruguay 00142
2009_12 Myanmar Burma 04085
2009_05 Iceland 00328
2009_12 Myanmar-Burma 03890

Saturation & Hue Maps

54:33 Duration
Introduction
Saturation Maps
Hue Maps
Color Maps
Valencia Example
Bird Cage Example
Fan on Table Example
Truck Lightpainting
Iceland Example
Iceland Fog Example
Station wagon Example
Summary
Saturation & Hue Maps.pdf
2007_09 Iceland 02764.jpg
2014_02_Sydney Australia_00649.jpg
2006_10 Iceland 01073.jpg
2009_12 Myanmar-Burma 01236.jpg
2013_12_07 Valencia Spain_0491.jpg
B&W via Saturation.jpg
1936 GMC Pickup Lightpaint.jpg
2014_12 1957 Buick Wagon lightpaint.jpg

Color Contrast Adjustments

19:43 Duration
Introduction
Contrast in Saturation
Color Refinements
Contrast in Color
Toolbox Examples
Summary
Color Contrast Adjustments.pdf
Color Contrast Adjustments.tif

Scanning Line Art

22:45 Duration
Introduction
Scan in Grayscale
Adjust with Levels
Sharpen
Use PNG for On-screen
Scale to Print Size
Threshold
Bitmap Mode
Use TIFF for Print
Changing Colors
Summary
Scanning Line Art.pdf
Fish-Grayscale.jpg

Channel Mixer Effects

29:36 Duration
Introduction
Installing Presets
Channel Mixer Effects
Controlling Strength
Preventing Brightness CHanges
Limited to Bright/Dark Area
Masking Results
Concept Behind Effects
Summary
Channel Mixer Effects
Bens Channel Mixer Presets
Channel Mixer.jpg

Counterbalanced Adjustment Presets

26:14 Duration
Introduction
Vibrance & Saturation
Presets
Navigator Preview
Fine-Tune Adjustment
Dehaze Explained
Contrast & Dehaze
Dehaze Presets
Example Images
Smart Previews
Summary
VID040 Counterbalanced Adjustment Presets.pdf
Counterbalanced Presets.zip
2017_04 Panama City.dng
2017_03 Olinda Brazil.dng

Triple Processed RAW

44:58 Duration
Introduction
First Attempt
3x Processing
Open in Photoshop
Three Smart Objects
Mask Karen
Mask Bird
Fine-tuning Settings
Original Background Refinements
Original Karen Refinements
Original Bird Refinements
Summary
VID038_Triple-Raw-Processing.pdf
Triple Process Raw.zip

Essential Adjustments

1:09:33 Duration
Introduction
Brightness/Contrast
Levels
Adjustment Layers
Black & White
Hue/Saturation
Working with Layers
Blending Modes
Essential Adjustments - Practice Files

Initial Adjustments in Camera Raw or Lightroom

1:13:28 Duration
Introduction
Accessing Camera Raw
Basic Adjustments
Exposure, Highlights & Shadows
Contrast & Clarity
Vibrance & Saturation
White Balance: Temperature & Tint
Whites & Blacks
Cancel, Open Image & Done Buttons
Spot Removal Brush
Adjusting Multiple Images
Dealing with XMP Files
Raw vs JPEG
Updating Old Files
3 Versions of ACR
Summary
Initial Adjustments in Adobe Camera Raw or Lightroom
Lesson 2 PDF Companion Guide

Saturation Clipping

28:08 Duration
Introduction
RGB of Saturated Colors
RGB of Grays
Clipped Detail
Saturation vs Vibrance
Channels View
Detecting Clipping
Camera Raw
ACR Color Spaces
During Adjustment
Preventing Clipping
Summary
VID033_Saturation-Clipping.pdf
Saturation-Clipping.jpg
2006_09-Morrow-Bay-CA-Sunrise-00088.dng_.zip
2007_06-Los-Osos-CA-00525.dng_.zip
20140405-Hoi-An-Vietnam0107.dng_.zip

Removing Glows & Matching Colors

49:11 Duration
Intro & Overview
Curves Technique
Masking End Result
De-glowing a Second Area
Evening Out Sky
Summary
VID015-Teapot-Station.jpg

Empty Adj Layers & Knockout

1:03:12 Duration
Intro & Overview
Empty Adjustment Layers
Knockout Introduction
Knockout Shallow vs Deep
Review of Empty Adjustment Layers
Graphic Design Example of Knockout
Fill Opacity
FREE Public Tip
VID012-Empty Adj Layer.jpg
VID012-Base-Image.jpg
VID012-Background.jpg
VID012-Complex-Mask.jpg
VID012-Knockout.jpg

Fixing Haze Three Ways

53:28 Duration
Intro & Overview
Blacks Slider
Isolated Blacks Adjustments
Face Adjustments
Dehaze Slider
Tone Curve
Reducing Light Rays
Vignetting
Summary
VID011-Fixing Haze.JPG

Select & Mask

Extract iPhone Depth Maps

14:54 Duration
Introduction
View Depth Map
Edit in Photoshop
Editing the Depth Map
Applying with Lens Blur
Saving as a Preset
Apply Preset
Summary
MA_Extract iPhone Depth Maps
Practice Images.zip

Masking Tips Part 2

34:41 Duration
Introduction
Median Filter
Object Selection Tool
Remove Tool
Channel Mask
History Brush
Channel to Layer Mask
Process Again
Object Selection
Disable & Overlay Mask
Summary
MA_Masking Tips P2
Masking.zip

Masking Tips Part 1

32:41 Duration
Introduction
Pen/Vector Mask
Double Process
Color Range
Channel Mask
Combine Masks
Clean Up
Summary
MA_Masking Tips P1
Masking.zip

Selection Practice & Tips

35:03 Duration
Introduction
Crop Layer Issues
Quick Mask Tips
Mask + Hue/Sat
Object Selection Tool
Quick Selection Tool
Fill Shortcuts
Clipping Groups
Refine Layer Masks
Image Blend Transition
Summary
2018_07_23-Edinburgh Scotland.tif

Mask All Objects

36:03 Duration
Introduction
Mask All Objects
View as Overlay
Combine Masks
Improving the Results
International Keyboard Alternatives
Masked Adjustments
Fine-Tuning Masks
Summary
MA_Mask All Objects
Practice Images.zip

Transforming Transparency

21:32 Duration
Inroduction
Manual Shadow Creation
Transparency to Layer Mask
16-bit Transparency
Fine-Tune Layer Mask
Darken Mode
Curves on Mask
Smudge Mask
Transparency to Opaque
Dupe to Build Density
Median for Edges
Summary
book-with-shadow.tif

Layer Masking Madness

27:04 Duration
Introduction
Dual Masked Adjustments
Swapping Layer Masks
Clipped Adjustments
Nested Masks
Multi-Mask Selections
Multi-Mask Overlays
Summary
MA_Layer Masking Madness
2006_06-Badlands-SD.tif

Path Editing

20:36 Duration
Introduction
Basics
Combining Paths
Merging Components
Path Selection Tools
Pen Tool Icons
Severing A Path
Connecting Paths
Copy/Paste Paths
Component Stacking Order
Summary
MA_Path Editing

Masking Dark Hair

50:19 Duration
Introduction
Inspecting the Original
Load Replacement Background
Select Subject
Select and Mask
Mask Original Colors
Dupe in Multiply
Darken Transparent Areas
Add Shadow
Refine Original Mask
Clone Hair Texture
Thin the Mask
Summary
MA_Masking Dark Hair
Kids.jpg
2016_10_Tangier Morocco.jpg
2014_02_25_Lombok-Indonesia.jpg

Mask Refinement

21:25 Duration
Introduction
Tour of Document
Inspecting Problem Areas
Blur Mask
History Brush in Darken
History Brush in Normal
Check Mask
Second Example
Inspect Issue Areas
Maximum + Blur
History Brush
Summary
MA_Mask Refinement
2019_05 Athens Greece.tif
2019_05 Delos Greece.tif

Selection Solutions

30:53 Duration
Introduction
Object Selection Tool
Quick Selection Tool
Quick Select + Quick Mask
Invert Layer Mask
Clean Additions
Channels Panel
Hide Mask Overlay
Keyboard Shortcuts
Select & Mask for Hair
Soft Transition
View Mask Directly
Retouch Layer Mask
Summary
MA_Selection Solutions
2021_12-San-Jaun-Puerto-Rico.tif

LR & ACR More Masking

15:04 Duration
Introduction
Sky Edge Mask
Duplicate Brush vs Mask
Change Mask Type
Change Stacking Order
Darken Partial Sky
Summary
MA_LR-ACR-More-Masking
Chania Crete Greece.zip

LrC & ACR Masking Practice

1:09:02 Duration
Introduction
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Example 4
Example 5
Example 6
Example 7
Example 8
Example 9
Example 10
Summary
MA_LrC ACR Masking Practice
Practice Images.zip

LrC & ACR’s New Masking

44:31 Duration
Introduction
Old vs New Setup
Select Sky
Overlay Options
Renaming Masks
Select Subject
Subtract
Disable/Hide Mask
Brush
Luminance Range
Intersect
Hover Overlay
Color Range
Small Brush Work
Re-editing Adjustments
Linear Gradient
Radial Gradient
Navigating Masks
Keyboard Shortcuts
Disable All Masks
Finishing the Image
Before/After View
Summary
MA_LrC ACR Masking
2019_05_02-Oia Santorini Greece.zip

Creating Luminosity Masks

13:03 Duration
Introduction
Loading Actions
Loading Curves Presets
Create Master Mask
Active Destination Mask
Blind Action
Overlay Action
Mask View Action
Dual View Action
Delete Master Channel
Summary
MA_Creating Luminosity Masks
Actions-and-Presets.zip

Complex Selection Challenge

33:13 Duration
Introduction
Mask Concept
Channel-based Mask
Apply Channel to Layer Mask
Contrasting Background
More Ideal Capture
Manual Fixes
Saturation-Based Mask
Layer to Selection
Smooth Edges
Summary
MA_Complex Selection Challenge
Practice Image and Action.zip

Multi-Mask Operations

49:16 Duration
Introduction
Selection-> Channel
Combining Masks via Selections
Artifacts of Combination
Combine with Apply Image
Invert in Multiply
Curves on Masks
Fill + Fade
Lighten/Darken Modes
History Brush
Summary
MA_MultiMask Operations
2012_05-Shell-Station-Ledanon-OH.tif
2013_08 Bassette NE Phillips 66.tif
2012_05 Sonoco Station Dayton OH.tif

Multi-Tool Selections

26:18 Duration
Introduction
Basic Marquee
Add
Subtract
Icons
Intersect
Polygonal Lasso
Pre vs Post Clicking
Complex Example
Summary
MA_Multi-Tool-Selections
2015-0328-Shanghai-China.jpg
2013_09_15_Cedar-Falls-Sinclair-Station.jpg

Smoothness of Masks vs Selections

21:35 Duration
Introduction
8 vs 16 bit Transitions
Selections vs Masks
When it matters
1) Smooth Transitions
2) Quick Mask Mode
3) Color Range
4) Select & Mask
5) Channel-> Layer Mask
Summary
MA_Smoothness Masks vs Selections

Challenge Image: Cage Removal

36:45 Duration
Introduction
Camera Raw Adjustment
Find Blurry Image in LR
Stack Images
Basic Bird Selection
Select & Mask
Mask Refinements
Summary
MA_Challenge Cage Removal
2011_11-Africa-02200.jpg
Toucan-in-Aviary.jpg

LR/ACR Range Masks

55:23 Duration
Introduction
Three Methods
Lightroom
Adobe Camera Raw
ACR Filter
Adjustment Brush
Color Range Mask
Graduated Filter
Radial Filter
Luminance Range Mask
Italia Example
Auto Mask vs Range Mask
Waterfall Example
Auto Mask + Range Mask
Range Mask Limitations
Mask in Photoshop
Summary
MA_LR ACR Range Mask
MA2023-Practice Images.zip

Selection Producing Actions

45:19 Duration
Introduction
Loading the Actions
Neutral Area Actions
Pop Black Logo Action
Pop Color Logo Action
Action Challenges
Color Range
Insure Active Layer
Avoid Layer Mask
Creating Derivative Actions
Testing Action Steps
Ensure Flat Image
Create Luminosity Mask
Auto Levels Settings
Fill Instead of Delete
Colors to Black
Spread Colors
Troubleshooting Actions
Summary
MA_Selection-Producing Actions
Adobe Logo.tiff
Scanned Thing.jpg
2018_04_28-Route 66 Holbrook AZ.jpg
Bens Sections.zip

Tree Masking

50:45 Duration
Introduction
Marquee + Similiar
Color Range
Select & Mask
Radius
Decontaminate Colors
2nd Example
Color Range
Layer Mask
Select & Mask
View Mask
3rd Example
Color Range
Select & Mask
Background Eraser
Combine Results
Silhouette Example
Channel Mask
Select & Mask
Color Issue Example
Summary
MA_Tree Masking
Puerto Limon-Costa Rica
Africa.tiff
MG_3368
Tree.tif
Great Smoky Mountains.tif

Object Selection Tool

47:55 Duration
Introduction
Select Subject Button
Options Bar Icons
Lasso vs Rectangle
Auto Enhance
Fixing Problems
Select & Mask
Hair Example
Complex Example
Fireworks Example
Bicycle Example
Bruges Example
Mural Example
Select & Mask
Hair Fixes
Summary
MA_Object Selection Tool
St-Denis-Reunion.jpg
New-York-NY.jpg
Fireworks.jpg
Neon Boneyard NV.jpg
Cartagena Columbia.jpg
Bruges Belgium.jpg
Bok Tower and Garden FL.jpg
Cassandra.jpg

Background Eraser & Sky Replacement

1:21:42 Duration
Introduction
Background Eraser
Discontiguous
Adjust Results
Tolerence
Load Files into PS Layers
Cropping
History Settings
History Brush
Sample Settings
ACR/LR Adjustments
Delete Background Color
Chromatic Aberrations
Protect Foreground Color
More on History Brush
Convert to Layer Mask
Decontaminate Colors
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Background Eraser
Practice Images.zip

Color Range

49:47 Duration
Introduction
Basic Concepts
Fuzziness
Eyedroppers
Invert
Real-World Use
Selection Preview
+QuickMask
+Select & Mask
Photo Filter Tip
Localized Color Clusters
Select Menu
Add to Selection
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Color Range
Practice Images.zip

Blending Sliders

1:20:48 Duration
Introduction
This Layer Sliders
Split Sliders
This Layer Examples
Underlying Layer Sliders
Underlying Layer Examples
Gray vs Red, Green, Blue
Red, Green, Blue Examples
Complex Example
More Examples
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Blending Sliders
2018_04_25-Santa Fe NM
2016-01-Montevideo Uruguay
2014_08 Sky Shots
2015-05-San Francisco CA
2013_12_08-Barcelona Spain
2013_11_13-Abbeville Standard
2012_06 Iceland
2009_12 Myanmar-Burma 00047
2009_12 Myanmar-Burma 04074
2006_10-Iceland-01064.jpg
2006_10 Iceland 00025
Blending-Modes.jpg

Wish I Knew: Select & Mask

53:41 Duration
Introduction
Marquee
Transform Selection
Subtract From Selection
Lasso
Quick Mask Mode
Save Selection
Load Selection
Combining Features
Channels
Quick Selection Tool
Adjustment Layers
Layer Masks
Color Channels
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_WIK-Select and Masking
2017_03_Fortaleza Brazil_1716.jpg
2015-05-San Francisco CA-00104

Complex Mask Enhancements

35:26 Duration
Introduction
Capture Mindset
Sky Processing
Capture Snapshot
Overall Processing
Transform Correction
Open as Smart Object
New Smart Object via Copy
Evaluate Trees
Select Sky
Preview Setting
Refine Edge Tool
Show Edge
Preview Settings
Output Settings
Add Layer Mask
Levels Adjustment
Dual Levels Settings
History Panel
History Brush
Decontaminate Colors
Select & Mask
Old School Method
Non-Linear History
Summary
VID043 Complex Mask Enhancements.pdf
Complex Mask Image.DNG

Layer Masks

1:05:37 Duration
Introduction
Waterfall Composite
Adding People
Car Composite
Lion Composite
Image as Stencil
Replacing a Sky
Layer Masks - Practice Files

Isolating Areas with Selections

1:30:27 Duration
Introduction
Marquee Tool
Quick Selection Tool
Magic Wand Tool
Adding & Subtracting
Lasso Tool
Saving Selections
Combining Tools
Quick Mask Mode
Working with Layers
Tips & Tricks
FREE Public Tip
Isolating Areas with Selections - Practice Files

Pen Tool

48:37 Duration
Introduction
Straight Lines
Smooth Curves
Abrupt Transitions
Terminology
Options Bar
VID029-The Pen Tool.pdf
Amperstand.jpg
Pear.tif
Heart.tif
X.jpg

Focus-Based Selections

13:57 Duration
Intro & Overview
Select>Focus Area
Select & Mask to Fix Furry Edges
In-Focus Range
Advanced Settings
Output Settings
Manually Modifying Selection
Choosing the best settings
VID023-Focus-Based Selections
VID023-monkey-in-tree.jpg
VID023-monkey-on-ledge.jpg
VID023-Giraffe.jpg

Selection & Masking Techniques

51:27 Duration
Intro & Overview
Combining Selection Tools
Layer Masks
Simple Luminosity Mask
Solid Color Layer to Replace Shadow
Moving Between Documents
Enlarge Subject
Moving Masked Layers
Distort Subject
Summary
MagnifyingGlass.jpg

Retouch

Residential Interior Retouching: Part 2

1:06:02 Duration
Introduction
Straighten Crooked Art
Install TV in Perspective
Add Furniture
Summary & Request
Introduction
Mask Flare
Darken Flare
Match Color
Practice Images.zip

Residential Interior Retouching Part 1

35:37 Duration
Introduction
Outlets, Wires & Plugs
Reshaping Wires
Removing Reflections
Simplifing
Summary
Practice Images.zip

Challenge Image: Prom Part 2

21:30 Duration
Introduction
Hair: Generative Fill
Hair: Remove Tool
Hair: Combining Tools
Harsh Transitions
Difficult Areas
Summary
MA_Challenge-Prom-2
Prom Challenge.zip

Generative Remove in LRC & ACR

56:34 Duration
Introduction
The old tools
Generative AI
Object Aware
Mask Refinement
Discontiguous Regions
Problem: Cropped Images
Variable size lines
Problem: Inaccurate Mask
Retouch over Retouching
Problems
Tips & Tricks
Summary
MA_Generative Remove
Practice Images.zip

Challenge Retouch

39:06 Duration
Introduction
Big Cats Image
Remove Tool
Trick: Custom Brush
History Brush
Bird Image
Generative Fill
MA_Challenge Retouch
Practice Images.zip

HDR Panorama Retouch

38:28 Duration
Introduction
Fill Empty Areas
Remove People
Complex Sign Retouch
Stitching Seam Fixes
Puppet Warped Retouch
Summary
MA_HDR Pano Retouch
2016_09_Rome Italy_0234.jpg

Artifact Elimination

45:36 Duration
Introduction
Remove Pink Issues
Remove Green Glow
Darken Bright Edge
Remove Dark Edge
De-Blue Tiny Branches
Eliminate Edge Artifacts
Summary
Practice Image.zip

Random Retouching Tips

20:52 Duration
Introduction
Object Selection: Delete
Remove Tool for Lines
Patch Tool
Non-Destructive Tip
Diffusion Setting
Summary
MA_Random Retouching Tips
Practice Images.zip

AI Generative Tips & Tricks

44:14 Duration
Introduction
Adding Eyeglasses
Changing Shirt
Adding Facial Hair
Adding a Hat
Summary
MA_Generative Fill Tips Tricks
Young Ben.jpg

Remove Tool

23:18 Duration
NO LONGER IN BETA
Introduction
PS Beta-SEE NOTE BELOW
Configuring Lightroom Classic
Using the Remove Tool
Second Example
Third Example
Fourth Example
Summary
MA_PSbeta Remove Tool
Practice Images.zip

Lens Flares in Panoramas

29:34 Duration
Introduction
Why So Many Flares
Copy & Paste Raw Adj
Merge Using Photoshop
Mask Out Flares
Look for Holes
Dupe Layers
Auto-Blend Layers
Retouch Issues
Summary
Pano Series.zip

Retouch + Masking Issues

13:21 Duration
Introduction
Darken with Adj Layer
Retouching in a Layer
Select Sky
Quick Mask Modification
Masked Retouching
Retouching Masks
Summary
2006_08 Wahweap Hoodoos UT.jpg

Retouching Raw

30:02 Duration
Introduction
Tool Overview
Multi-part Retouching
Rearranging Objects
Bulb Replacement
Tone-Down Object
Summary
MA_Retouching in the raw
Practice Images.zip

Retouching Practice II

47:45 Duration
Introduction
Fix the Easy Parts I
Fix Easy II
Blend Transitions
Find Raw Material
Mask Material
Heal Shading
Adjust Brightness & Color
Dupe then Smooth
Lighten Clone
Summary
MA_Retouching Practice PartII
2017_11-Abu-Dhabi-UAE.jpg.zip

Retouching Practice

38:07 Duration
Introduction
Reveal Shadow Detail
Clone Source: Offset
Shift-Click Lines
Blend with Healing Brush
Brush Edge Alignment
Reflect
Scale Width
Scale Height
2nd Clone Source
Heal from 1st Source
Group + Mask
Summary
MA_Retouching Practice
2017_11 Abu Dhabi UAE.jpg.zip

Challenge: Garage Cleanup

43:11 Duration
Introduction
Spot Heal Brush
Path of Wall Edges
Clone Stamp Wall
Heal to Smooth Shading
Clone Stamp Wall Edge
Heal to Smooth
Clone for Floor Edge
Heal Floor Contents
Left Wall Sheetrock
Right Wall
Far Wall
Clean Seams
Hide Path
Summary
MA_Challenge Image Garage Cleanup
Clean Your Garage.jpg

Challenge Image: Clean Water

27:26 Duration
Introduction
General Plan
Color Range: Highlights
Select Yellow/Orange
Highlights Minus Yellows
Expand Selection
Remove Top Area
Content-Aware Fill
Mask Results
Second Pass
Manual Tweaks
Summary
MA_Challenge Clean Water
Clean Water.jpg

Fixing Lens Flare

29:42 Duration
Introduction
Open in Photoshop
Hue/Saturation
Paint on Layer Mask
Retouching
Curves
Color Blending Mode
Summary
MA_Lens Flare Removal
Sun Challange.zip

Challenge: Eyeglass Reflections

13:55 Duration
Introduction
Remove Purple
Retouch Highlights
Clone Source
More Color Fixes
Darken
Retouch Mouth
Summary
MA_Eyeglass Reflections
Reflection in Glasses.jpg

Start to Finish: Butterfly

54:32 Duration
Introduction
ACR: Reset & Snapshot
ACR White Balance
Detail & Noise Reduction
Spot Removal
Photoshop Layers
Retouch Wing
Shift Browns to Green
Curves on Butterfly
Tone Down Background
Cleanup Edges
Summary
MA_Start to Finish Butterfly
Butterfly.zip

Relighting Neon

1:00:07 Duration
Introduction
Create Neon Path
Stroke Path
Add Small Glow
Add Larger Glow
Greenify Tower Top
Mask Neon Tubing
Add Grain
Summary
MA_Relight Neon
2012_10 Conoco Station Shamrock TX.tif

Shine Reduction Action

27:27 Duration
Introduction
Installing Actions
Applying Action
Levels to Isolate
Choose Fill Color
Refine with Levels
Paint to Apply
2nd Example
Groups Warning
Fine-Tune Results
3rd Example
Enabling Instructions
4th Example
Heal Transitions
View Before/After
Action Explained
Summary
MA_Shine Reduction Action
Bens Fix Shiny Area Action.zip
2009_12-Myanmar-Burma.jpg
2014_06_07-Laura-Wedding.jpg
2017_07_15-1957-Ford-Thunderbird.jpg

Crazy Retouch-Part 2

59:23 Duration
Introduction
Clean Door Panel
Multiple Clone Sources
Remove Repeated Elements
Second Panel
Shadow Extension
Door Edge Trim
Door Bottom
Final Fixes
Summary
MA_Crazy Retouch P2
2013-04-Gladstone-OR.psd.zip

Crazy Retouch-Part 1

1:06:58 Duration
Introduction
Inventory the Image
Empty Layer Setup
Clone Source Setup
Extend Trim
Extend Stucco
Green Base
Bottom Door Edge
Blacktop
Layer Summary
Summary
MA_CrazyRetouch P1
2013-04-Gladstone OR.jpg

Challenge Image-Insect

58:07 Duration
Introduction
Dirt Removal
Basic Retouching
Clone Source
Healing Brush
Edit>Fade
Summary
MA_Challenge Insect Image
Insect-Retouch.jpg

Challenge Image: Shadowy Retouch

1:02:29 Duration
Introduction
Choose Source Area
Move & Mask
Transform to Match
Retouch Edges
Fix Repeated Elements
Wires Across Trees
Remove Meter
Refine Details
Summary
MA_Challenge Shadowy Retouch
Pine Grove.jpg

Challenge Image: Reconstruction

1:51:45 Duration
Introduction
Camera Raw Adjustments
Mindset
Isolate Flowers
Spot Healing Brush
Extend Skin into Flowers
Reconstruct Chin
Reconstruct Shoulder
Reconstruct Neck
Extend Necklace
Add Collarbone
Add Shadows
Background Cleanup
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Challenge Image Reconstruction
Reconstruct.zip

Fixing Lens Flare

1:31:44 Duration
Introduction
Cause of Lens Flare
Preventing Lens Flare
Previewing Flare
Produce Lens Flare
Removal Overview
LR/ACR Adjustment Brush
LR/ACR Spot Removal
Moire Removal Trick
PS Muti-Image Composite
PS Critical Detail Fix
Summary
Flare Filter Tip
FREE Public Tip
MA_Reducing Lens Flare
Practice Images.zip

Challenge Image: Through Glass

30:47 Duration
Introduction
Raw Adjustment
1st Retouch
2nd Retouch
3rd Retouch
Summary
MA_Window Challenge
Dave F Challenge.zip

Frequency Separation: Face Retouch

24:46 Duration
Introduction
Load Actions
Concept Explained
Apply Action
Retouching Tool Settings
Spot Healing Brush
Brush Settings
Before/After
Example 2
Clone Stamp Tool
Lighten & Darken Modes
Edit>Fade
Summary
MA_FrequencySeparation Face
Face.jpg
David.jpg
Frequency Separation Action.zip

Frequency Separation: Stain Removal

17:50 Duration
Introduction
Frequency Separation Actions
General Concept
Applying the Action
Resulting Layers
Non-Destructive Layer
Paintbrush
Eyedropper Settings
Dodge Tool
Sponge Tool
Before/After
Finalize Image
Summary
MA_Frequency Separation Stain Removal
Frequency Separation Files.zip

Aligned Retouching

31:45 Duration
Introduction
Sever Pipe
1st Attempted Healing
Puppet-Warped Source
Source Obscured Layer
Create Brick Wall
Mask Wall
Match Brick Angle
Add Shadow
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Aligned Retouching
2013_09_16_140952_Colo Red Crownt.jpg

Wish I Knew: Retouching

47:02 Duration
Introduction
Spot Healing Brush
Healing Brush
Content-Aware Fill
Patch Tool
Clone Stamp Tool
Heal vs Clone
Aligned
Example Image
Rotate Source
Scale Source
Clone Source Panel
Reset Shortcut
Empty Layer Retouch
16-Bit = Smooth
Between Documents
Brush Hardness
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_WIK Retouch
2015-0413-Keelung Taiwan-00053.jpg
2009_02 RT66 Amboy CA 00021.jpg
2010_04 Bisbee AZ Dots Diner.jpg

Retouch & Start to Finish Example

31:36 Duration
Introduction
Challenge Image 1
Spot Healing
Refine Results
Look for Repeats
Clone Stamp
Rotated Clone
Color Differences
Challenge Image 2
Overview
Cropping
Basic Adjustments
Color Adjustments
HSL Adjustments
Vignette
Adjustment Brush
Summary
Submit Your Images!
MA_Retouch and Start-to-Finish
January Challenge Images.zip

Frequency Separation Fundamentals

27:57 Duration
Introduction
Loading the Actions
Applying Choose Low Action
Understanding the Results
Fixing Shine on Skin
Removing Wiskers
Smoothing a Wall
Cloning Between Documents
Applying Choose High Action
The Steps in the Action
Summary
VID046 Frequency Separation.pdf
Frequency Separation Images.zip

Tourist Removal Composites

27:55 Duration
Introduction
Shooting Mindset
Initial Adjustments
Loads as Layers in PS
Auto-Align Layers
Choose Base Image
Choose Big Impact Image
Add Black Layer Mask
Paint Back Useful Areas
Test by Disabling Mask
Repeat As Needed
Retouching
Cropping
Cleaning Up Layers
Lightroom Tracking
Second Example
Third Example
Fourth Example
Shooting Advice
VID044_Tourist-Removal.pdf
Tourist Removal Images.ZIP

Retouching Essentials

1:00:13 Duration
Introduction
Spot Healing Brush
Content-Aware Fill
Healing Brush
Combining Multiple Tools
Removing Telephone Lines
Retouching Essentials - Practice Files

Pen Tool Reconstruction

29:21 Duration
Introduction & Overview
Reconstruction Overview
Pen Tool
Warp Path
Stroke Path
Clipped Gradient
Adding Layer Style
Clouds Filter
Adding a Highlight
Review
LR Crop Warnings
Assigning a Color to a Layer
VID025-Pen Tool Reconstruction.jpg

Puppet Warped Retouch

37:50 Duration
Introduction
Isolate to Layer
Retouch Underlying Area
Anchor Points
Warping
Example Image Overview
Stone Retouch
Sign Retouch
Building Removal
Table Removal
Bulb Replacement
Window Drapes
Window Signs
Summary
VID024-Puppet-Warped Retouch.pdf
VID024-Puppet-Warp-Karen.jpg
VID024-Puppet-Warp-Window.jpg

Multi-Image Retouching Techniques

1:11:52 Duration
Intro & Overview
Retouching Overview
Multi-image Retouching Overview
Raw Smart Object Tricks
Transforming & Masking Secondary Images
Matching Color and Brightness
Recreating a Shadow
Review Original Version
More Multi-Image Retouch Examples
Shooting for Multi-Image Retouching
Summary
VID017-Multi-Image Retouching
VID017-base-image.jpg
VID017-second-image.jpg

Retouching Techniques

1:14:46 Duration
Intro & Overview
Tool Settings
Removing Reflection from Sign
Clone Source Panel
Breaking Up Problems Into Smaller Chunks
Complex Retouching
Using Paths for Angle Reference
Fixing Repetition
Review & Summary
VID016-Retouching Techniques
VID016-Station-to-Retouch.jpg

Creative

Lens Flare Overlays

31:20 Duration
Introduction
Overlay Flare
Retouching
Blending Modes
Adjust Flare
Masking the Flare
Multiple Flares
More Examples
Summary
MA_Lens Flare Overlays
Practice Images.zip

April PS Beta AI Update

23:28 Duration
Introduction
Installing PS Beta
LRC & Bridge Settings
Generate Image
Generate Similar
Prompt Inspiration
Evaluating Results
Reference Images
Replace Background
Generative Fill
Summary
MA_APR-PS-Beta-Update

Motion Blur Waterfall

43:06 Duration
Introduction
Apply Path Blur
Create Mask
Retouch SO Contents
Move Mask to Layer
Recreate Glass
Summary
MA_Motion Blur Waterfall
2023_10 Dubai UAE.jpg

Match Movie Color

24:22 Duration
Introduction
Find Source Images
Color Transfer Filter
Example 2
Example 3
Reveal Original in Darks
Blend with Color Grade
Use Smart Object Afterward
Smart Filter Settings
Refine with Smart Filters
Dealing with .webp images
Summary
MA_Match Movie Color
Practice Images.zip

Liquify Examples & Tips

34:03 Duration
Introduction
Using Smart Objects
Load & Save Meshes
First Example
Second Example
Third Examples
Fourth Example
Misc Features
Summary
MA_Liquify Examples
Practice Images.zip

Liquify Filter

30:20 Duration
Introduction
Forward Warp Tool
Reconstruct Tool
Smooth Tool
Twirl Clockwise
Pucker & Bloat Tools
Brush Settings
Push Left Tool
Freeze & Thaw Tools
Mask Options
Restore & Reconstruct
View Options
Summary
MA_Liquify Filter
Benny Boy.jpg

Dimensional Type Effect

27:44 Duration
Introduction
Pinterest for Ideas
Create Text
Transformations
Vector Masks
Adding Gradients
Combining Shape Layers
Summary
MA_Dimensional Type

AI Generative Fill

35:49 Duration
Introduction
Download Photoshop Beta
Accessing Generative Fill
Fill from Prompt
Repositioning Fill
Remove/Retouch with Fill
Fill vs Remove Tool
Extending with Fill
1024 Size Limitation
Fill Empty Document
Build from Scratch
Summary
MA_GenerativeFill Basics
Practice Images.zip

Page Distortion

07:40 Duration
Introduction
New S.O. via Copy
Replace S.O. Contents
Puppet Warp Cover
Add Cover Shadow
Refine Shadow
Summary
page distortion practice images.zip

Book Mockup

20:42 Duration
Inroduction
Export InDesign as PDF
Place Linked PDF
Linked inside Embedded
Transform Book Cover
Add Thickness
Construct Pages
Change Page Angle
Mask Pages
Add Book Spine
Light Cover
Fine-Tune Results
Update Book Cover
Summary
CLP-CH00-Cover.pdf

Creative Multi-Exposure

34:28 Duration
Introduction
Shooting Setup
Adjust Multiple
Export Images
Stack Images
Align Images
Combine Exposures
Black Point
Vector Mask Edges
Drop Shadow
Refine Results
Retouch
Summary
MA_Creative Multi-Exposure
Creative-Multiexposure-Images.zip

Faux Long Exposure

16:54 Duration
Introduction
Dupe into Smart Object
Path Blur Filter
Retouch Edges
Mask Original Image
Looking for Issues
Add Grain/Noise
Summary
MA_Faux Long Exposure
2004_06 Arches National Park.jpg

Soft Highlights

16:55 Duration
Introduction
Steps for Orton Effect
Apply Action
Creating the Action
Summary
MA_Orton Effect
2013_10_30_Great-Smoky-Mountains.jpg
Bens-Ortonizer.atn_.zip

Creative Calibration

19:52 Duration
Introduction
Neutrals Don't Change
Shadows
Calibration vs HSL
Red, Green, Blue Channels
Fall Color Example
Teal & Orange look
Mural Example
Summary
MA_Creative Calibration
Practice Images.zip

Colorize Neural Filter

21:53 Duration
Introduction
Colorize Filter
Auto Color Image
Profile
Adjustment Sliders
Output Color Layer
Color Artifact Reduction
Noise Reduction
Output Options
Focal Points
Manual Fixes
Summary
MA_Colorize Neural Filter
portrait.jpg
rushhour.jpg
NYC.jpg

Layer Style Tips

29:27 Duration
Introduction
Transform: Skew
Complex Drop Shadow
Photo in Circle
Add Stroke
Break Out of Circle
Shadow on Stroke
Copy Drop Shadow
Summary
MA_Layer Style Tricks
Thumbnail.tif

Stylize a Logo

1:00:56 Duration
Introduction
Preview the Results
Thicken Logo
Add Highlight
Add Drop Shadow
Logo Highlights Above
Double Vector Masks
Subtract From Shape
Move Effect to Group
Move Path to Mask
Show/Hide Path
Add Layer Mask
Layer Mask Hide Effects
Troubleshoot Area
Logo Thickness Above
Duplicate Thickness
Group with Vector Mask
Copy to Vector Mask
Combine Shapes
Overlap Shadow Idea
Summary/Review
MA2216 Logo Result.psd.zip

Text to Logo

42:03 Duration
Introduction
Create & Style Text
Type Options
Glyphs Panel
Convert to Shape
Solid & Hallow Arrow Tools
Merge Shape Components
Define Custom Shape
Summary
MA_Text to Logo

Faux Shallow DOF

28:44 Duration
Introduction
Depth Blur Filter
Output Depth Map
Second Example
Modify Depth Map
Lighten/Darken Modes
Copy to Channel
Lens Blur Filter
Third Example
Summary
MA_Faux Shallow DOF
2009_12 Myanmar-Burma 1.jpg
2006_06-Badlands-SD.jpg
2009_12 Myanmar-Burma 2.jpg

Vintage Postcard Action

21:08 Duration
Introduction
Installing the Actions
Applying the Action
Inspecting the Results
Parametric Version
Customizing the Action
Learning From the Action
Playback Options
Play 1 Step at a Time
Snapshots
Duplicate Action
Skip Step
Prompt for Settings
Inspect Elements
Summary
MA_Vintage Postcard Look
2019_04 Sydney Australia.jpg
Bens Vintage Postcard.atn.zip

Flip & Planetize

12:06 Duration
Introduction
Loading the Actions
Reflect Actions
Inside Out Action
Transform into Planet
Interior vs Exterior Areas
Retouch Result
Another Example
Summary
MA_Flip Planetize
Bens Reflect & Planetize.atn.zip
Practice Images.zip

Polaroid Transfer

14:29 Duration
Introduction
Layers Overview
Layer Opacity
Modify Curves
Distortion Effect
Replace Image
Mask Creation Process
Summary
MA_Polaroid Transfer
Polaroid-Transfer.tif

Sunburst Composites

14:00 Duration
Introduction
Capturing Sunbursts
Compositing Sunbursts
Flip Vertical
Copy/Paste Version
Double Brightness
Adjust Result
Summary
MA_Sunburst Composites
Sunflare Images.zip

Moody Color People Pics

22:29 Duration
Introduction
Video Resolution Change
Shift Color
Limit Brightness Range
Eliminate Skin Tones
Drag Between Documents
Select Subject
3rd Example
Summary
MA_Moody Color People Pictures
2015_04-Osaka Japan.jpg
2018_07-Paris-France.jpg
2015-05-Wringling-Museum-FL.jpg

Displacement Maps

33:41 Duration
Introduction
Flag Example
Create Map
Save Displacement Map
Convert to Smart Object
Displace Filter
Refine Settings
Modify Settings
Adding Shading
Graphic on Wall Example
Remove Color
Adjust Tonality
Blur Map
Apply Shading
T-Shirt Example
Convert to 8-bit
Tonality of Map
Scale Down
Summary
MA_Displacement Maps
Practice Files.zip

Seamless Patterns

45:45 Duration
Introduction
Pattern Preview
Design Layout Example
Smart Objects
Define Pattern
Applying Patterns
Photo Example
Making a Repeat Seamless
Organic Example
Summary
MA_Pattern Preview
Practice Images.zip

Text in Perspective

32:17 Duration
Introduction
Add Text
Convert to Smart Object
Transform>Distort
Add Shadow
2nd Example
Duplicate Shadow Settings
3rd Example
Perspective Grid
4th Example
Transform>Warp
5th Example
Perspective Shadow
6th Example
Text Behind Objects
Summary
MA_Text in Perspective
Practice Images.zip

Color Separated Photo Effect

38:55 Duration
Introduction
Examples
Manual Technique
Loading Actions
1 Layer in RGB Action
Out of Register
1 Layer in CMY Action
Warp Colors
Choosing RGB or CMY
Puppet Warping Colors
For Warping Actions
3 Layers Actions
Type Effects
Auto-Align Layers
Editing Colors
Blend Original
Masked Colors
Summary
MA_Color Separated Photo Effect
MA2041 Practice Images.zip

Text Effects

58:11 Duration
Introduction
1st Example
Text Entry
Smart Object
Transform
Noisy Gradient
Change Text
Independent Smart Object
2nd Example
Match Font
Text Entry
Mask to Intertwine
Drop Shadow
Fixing Problems
3rd Examples
Knockout Shallow
Summary
MA_Text Effects

Advanced Depth Maps

1:04:22 Duration
Introduction
Matching Depth
Adjust Map with Curves
Adding Grain/Noise
Miniature Look
Perspective Gradient
Fixing Transitions
Complex Examples
Duplicate Sharp Subject
Summary
MA_Advanced Depth Maps
Practice Images.zip

Creating Depth Maps

54:42 Duration
Introduction
Quick Example
Simple Depth Map
Complex Depth Map
Summary
MA_Creating Depth Maps
2012_06-Iceland-01840.jpg
2015_04_29-Ocean-Crossing-0019.tif

Blurring with Depth Maps

57:31 Duration
Introduction
iPhone Portrait Mode
HEIC File Format
Blur Filter Problems
Open from Lightroom
Understanding Depth Maps
Adjusting a Depth Map
Preview Artifacts
Bokeh in Blur
Add Noise to Blur
Painting on Depth Map
Summary
MA_Blurring with Depth Maps
Practice Images.zip

Creative Multi-Exposure

55:49 Duration
Introduction
Load as Layers
Image Blending
Auto-Align Layers
Multiple Blending Mode
Fine-Tune Brightness
LR Load as Layers
Screen Blending Mode
Blending Mode Sections
Mixed Blending Modes
Example Images
Adding Layer Masks
Cycling Blending Modes
Adding Texture
Layer Comps
Dual Layer Sets
Creative Layer Comps
Saving Huge Files
Shooting Advice
Summary
MA_Creative MultiExposures
MA2007 Practice Images.zip

Transplanting Clouds

49:59 Duration
Introduction
Healing Brush
Color Matching Concept
Warm onto Cool
Isolate Cloud
Tile Documents
Noise Reduction
Mode & Bit Depth
Clouds Behind Objects
Saturation Differences
Scaled Clouds
Summary
MA_Transplanting Clouds
2008_11 Shamrock TX Conoco.jpg
2019_05_02-Santorini Greece.jpg
2018_12_11-Bay of Islands NZ.jpg
2007_10 Hawaii.jpg
2018_08_11-Monoco Sky.jpg
2015_10 St. Petersburg FL.jpg
2017_03_Punta del Este Uruguay.jpg
2018_07_30-Bordeaux France.jpg
2006_12 Bosque Del Apache NM.jpg
2008_04 Galapagos Islands.jpg
2012_06 Iceland 01732.jpg
2012_06 Iceland 01697.jpg
2019_04_29-Paphos Cyprus.jpg

Looping Animations

39:40 Duration
Introduction
Examples
Waterfall Example
Load Into Layers
Show Timeline
Scale
Check Alignment
Crop Transparent
Create Frame Animation
Make Frames from Layers
Choose Frame Delay
Minimize Frame Count
Reverse Frames
Cat Example
Varied Delay Settings
Loop Count
Elephant Example
Fill Transparent Areas
Intelligent Cropping
Incense Example
Saving Animations as GIF
Boomeranging
Summary
MA_Looping Animations
Animation Images.zip

Layer Style Examples

1:06:14 Duration
Introduction
Polaroids Example
Semi-Transparent Example
Brochure Examples
Gear Example
Summary
MA_Layer Style Examples
Practice Images.zip

Advanced Layer Styles

1:00:56 Duration
Introduction
Fill Opacity
Outer Glow
Blending Modes
Inner Glow
Bevel & Emboss
Duplicate Effects
Copy/Paste Styles
Styled Groups
Scale Styles
Create Layer
Blend Interior as Group
Blend Clipped as Group
Transparency Shapes Layer
Layer Mask Hides Effects
Vector Mask Hides Effects
Styles Panel
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Advanced Layer Styles
Images.zip

Layer Style Essentials

58:15 Duration
Introduction
Styles vs Effects
Stroke
Drop Shadow
Drag/Drop Effects
Layer Masks
Clipping Masks
Inner Shadow
Copy/Paste Styles
Global Light
Shapes + Styles
Gradient Overlay
Bevel & Emboss
Pattern Overlay
Pattern Creation
Example Image
Styles Panel
MA_Layer Style Essentials
Africa Postcard Promo.tif
Bolt.tif
IcelandLayout.tif
panollage for styling.tif
Styled Text.tif

Car Motion Blur

1:06:54 Duration
Introduction
Motion Blur Filter
Radial Blur Filter
Blur Gallery Filters
Convert to Smart Object
Path Blur
Speed
Centered Blur
Taper
End Point Speed
Edit Blur Shapes
Smart Filter Mask
Quick Mask
Avoiding Edge Blur
Motion/Still Combos
Spin Blur
Duplicate Blur
Motion Effects
Noise
Refinements
Multi-path Blurs
Spin + Still Overlaps
Summary
MA_Path Blur and Spin Blur
C4RKT380.jpg
Quadrifoglio.jpg

Wish I Knew: Creative

50:12 Duration
Introduction
Blending Modes
Filters
Layer Styles
Smart Objects
Preserve Transparency
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_WIK Creative
warp multiple.tif
Joshua Tree Lightpaint.zip
style all or individual.tif

Creating Spirals

39:14 Duration
Introduction
Unwrapping a Spiral
Analyze Unwrapped Spiral
Constructing a Spiral
Clean Up Edges
Second Example
Graphic Examples
Summary
MA_Creating Spirals
Spiral-original.jpg
2017_03_Montevideo Uruguay_0272.jpg

Blending Modes Tips & Tricks

33:23 Duration
Introduction
Use with Filters
Transformations
Keyboard Shortcuts
Filter on Empty Layer
Black/White/Gray Filters
Fore/Background Filters
32-Bit Filters
Fill Unique Filters
Summary
MA_Blending Mode Tips Tricks
Bus Illustration 2.jpeg
Bus Illustration 1.jpeg
2014_03_02_Borobudur Java Indonesia.jpg
Filter Empty Layer.jpg

Blending Modes

2:06:39 Duration
Part 1 - Introduction
Normal Modes
Dissolve Mode
Darken Modes
Multiply
Linear Burn
Color Burn
Darken
Darker Color
Lighten Modes
Darken Mode Opposites
Screen
Linear Dodge
Lighten
Lighter Color
Darker Color
Part 2 - Introduction
Contrast Modes
Neutral Colors
Hard Light
Linear Light
Overlay
Soft Light
Hard Mix
Pin Light
Comparative Modes
Difference
Exclusion
Subtract
Component Modes
Hue
Color
Saturation
Luminosity
Keyboard Shortcuts
MA_Blending Modes Part 1
MA_Blending Modes Part 2
BM1-Practice Images.zip
BM2-Practice Images.zip

Colorizing Black & White Photos

53:00 Duration
Introduction
Split Toning
Camera Raw Filter
Gradient Map
Custom Gradients
Color Blending Mode
Blending Sliders
Fine-tuning Colors
Hue/Saturation
Multiply for White
Summary
MA-Colorizing Black & White Photos
2017_03 Montevideo Uruguay 0235
2016_10 Tangier Morocco 0086.jpg
2009_05 Iceland 00046.dng.zip
2016a-02 Elephant Island Antarctica 00104

Shape Tool

49:50 Duration
Introduction
Options Bar Settings
Creating Paths
Creating Shape Layers
Path Operations
Alignment Options
Stroke Settings
Polygonal Shapes
Custom Shapes
Pixels vs Shapes
Building Custom Shapes
Polygon + Circle = Gear
Clip Photo to Shape
Adding Layer Styles
Summary
FREE Public Tip

Blending Modes Overview

14:44 Duration
Introduction
Darken Modes
Lighten Modes
Contrast Modes
Comparative Modes
HSL Modes
Summary
Blending Mode Practice Files.zip

Filters

57:18 Duration
Introduction
Find Edges
Emboss
Soft Contrast Effect
Highpass Sharpening
Oil Paint Effect
Filter Gallery
Render Tree
Quick Mask Mode
Filters - Practice Files

Transforming a Photo into a Sketch

13:40 Duration
Introduction
Layers
Median Filter
Merged Visible Duplicate
Creating an Action
Smart Objects
Applying Filter to Video
VID030-Photos-to-Sketch.pdf
2013_12_01_042934_Tenerife_0014.jpg
Ben's Photo to Sketch 1.atn.zip

Vintage Look

48:56 Duration
Intro & Overview
Lightroom/ACR Adjustments
PS Overview
Fixing Color Fringing
Refining Color & Tone
Exaggerating Shadow Detail
Summary
VID022-Vintage Look.pdf
VID022-Vintage Look.dng

Misc

Colorful Captures Actions

11:29 Duration
Introduction
Load Included Actions
Action Descriptions
Using Actions for Other Uses
Summary
Bens White to RGB.atn.zip

Special Requests

23:07 Duration
Introduction
Save Lessons
Transpency Shapes Layers
Lighting Effects
Color Harmony
Open as Smart Object
Summary
MA_Special Requests

Photoshop for iPad: Real World Use

54:22 Duration
Introduction
Transer Images to Cloud
Accessing Images on iPad
Opening Raw Files
Mask Object
Placing Images
Paintbucket Tool
Transformation Tool
Layer Group
Cast Shadow
Retouching
Selections & Masks
Text
Refine on Desktop
Summary
MA_PS for iPad-Real World
Practice Images.zip

Photoshop on iPad: Overview

30:11 Duration
Introduction
Home Screen
Finger Gestures
Top Header Bar
Toolbar
Touch Shortcut
Layers
Summary
MA_PS on iPad Overview

Lightroom Classic Tips

27:33 Duration
Introduction
Preferences
Customize Toolbar
Customize Filmstrip
Customize Filterbar
Navigate Develop Panels
Crop Tool Tips
White Balance Tips
Histogram Tips
Summary
MA_LR-Classic-Tips

File Delivery Tips

21:42 Duration
Introduction
Smaller Raw Files from ACR
Small Raw from Lightroom
Smaller Layered Files
Rasterize Smart Objects
Merge Retouching
Merge Basic Adjustments
Crop and Retouch Layers
Clean Up Layers
Save A Copy
Strip Alpha Channels
PSD vs TIFF
16 Bit -> 8 Bit
JPG in a TIFF
File Size Savings
Summary
MA_File Delivery Tips

Lightroom Classic Identity Plates

51:16 Duration
Introduction
Basic Identity Plates
Text Identity Plates
Graphic Identity Plates
Module Picker
Slideshow Module
Intro Screen
Ending Screen
Overlays
Templates
Print Module
Page
Print to JPEG
Tips & Troubleshooting
Creative Uses
Summary
MA_LR Identity Plates Made Useful
Identity_Plate.tif

Vanishing Point

52:40 Duration
Introduction
Manual Method
Vanishing Point
Create Plane
Edit Plane
Clone Stamp
Mask Result
Define Multiple Planes
Marquee Tool
Transform Tool
Color Space Warning
Brush Tool
Render Grids
Clone Source Tip
Summary
MA_Vanishing Point
2013_11_10_Talmo-Texaco-Station-1.jpg
2013_09_23_Newfield-Texaco-Station-NJ.jpg
2012_09-Teapot-Service-Station-Zillah-WA-00052-1.jpg

Matching Perspective

35:41 Duration
Introduction
Isolate Object Onto Layer
The Inefficient Approach
Bounding Boxes
Perspective Crop
Smart Objects
Matching Perspective
Example of Use
Matching Curviture
Blending Sliders
Summary
MA_Matching Perspective
2013_09_23-Newfield-Texaco-Station-NJ.jpg
2013_11_10_Talmo-Texaco-Station.jpg
2013_09_23_Newfield-Texaco-Station-NJ.jpg
2012_09-Teapot-Service-Station-Zillah-WA.jpg

Misc Tips

25:14 Duration
Introduction
Vintage Downloads
Repeat Adjustment Settings
Color Halftone Filter
Reset Filter Settings
Default Filter Settings
Load Old Selections
History Tricks
Summary
MA_Misc Tips

Animating a Car

59:04 Duration
Introduction
Basic Considerations
Isolate Body
Isolate Wheel
Refine Wheel
Animate Wheel
Duplicate Wheel
Animate Body
Add Road
Animate Background
Add Sound
Render Video
Simplify Result
Summary
MA_Animating a Car
2011_05-Arches-Nationl-Park-pano.jpg
2016-01-Montevideo Uruguay
2013_08_15_Colton SD Texaco

Basic Object Animation

20:10 Duration
Introduction
Basic Document Setup
Make Letters Movable
Add Layer Styles
Create Video Timeline
Create Beginning State
Add Pause & Fade
Summary
MA_Basic Object Animation

CC Libraries

59:00 Duration
Introduction
Library Basics
Library to Document
Creative Cloud Syncing
Library Examples
Use in InDesign
Cloud Linked Images
Edit Linked Image
Library in Illustrator
Using Groups
Move/Copy Assets
Non-Linked Images
Library from Document
Tour of Panel
Sharing A Library
Tour Continued
Library in Bridge
Edit w/o Placing
Searching & Notes
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_CC Libraries
Save-Date.tif
Ben-Card.tif

PS Video Editing with Keyframes

46:41 Duration
Introduction
Clear Bridge Cache
Load Files into Photoshop Layers
Choose Order
Trim Clip
Video Group
Adding Still Photos
Zoom into Photo
Adjusting Keyframes
Working with Keyframes
Opacity Keyframe
Style Keyframe
Text Warp Keyframe
Copy/Paste Keyframes
HD zoom on 4K
Summary
MA_Photoshop Video Keyframes
Going Down.mov
Inflate.mov
Up and Down.mov
Going Up.mov
DSC7690.jpg

Editing Video in Photoshop

57:03 Duration
Introduction
Video Workspace
Video in Bridge
Layers vs Timeline
Reposition on Timeline
Trimming Clips
Naming Clips
Stacking Order
Video Cache
Defining Your Workspace
Video Keyboard Shortcuts
Adjusting Volume
Adding Transitions
Video Groups
Adding Music
Split = Dupe & Trim
Icons
Video Layers Menu
Export/Share
Summary
Bonus: Adjustment Layers
MA_Video in Photoshop
IMG_6407.mov
IMG_6381.mov
IMG_7594.mov

Working with Video in Lightroom

21:22 Duration
Introduction
Finding Videos in LR
Previewing Videos
Capture Still from Video
Trimming Clips
Quick Develop Adjustments
Develop Module Adjustments
Exporting Videos
Summary
MA_Video in Lightroom
Mexico Video.MOV

Lightroom Image Overlays

32:50 Duration
Introduction
Magazine Cover Example
Facebook Example
Video Title Safe Example
InDesign Example
Template Example
Tethered Shoot Example
Summary
MA_LR Image Overlays
FMCA Cover.pdf
SaveTheDate_5x7vert.tif

Display Calibration & Profiling

45:02 Duration
Introduction
Calibrate vs Profile
High End Displays
Profiling on a Budget
Accurate Display Profiles
Before Profiling
Making a Display Profile
Current Profile
Deviating From Defaults
Summary
MA_Display Calibration and Profiling

DNG File Format

1:06:04 Duration
Introduction
Almost a Raw File
Camera Generated DNG
Nikon/Canon/Sony Rant
Advantages of DNG
New Camera in
No XMP files
Smaller Files
Lossy Available
Updatable Previews
Checksum Validation
Disadvantages of DNG
Not Reversible
Data Intensive Backups
Creation Dates Change
Conversion Time
Potential Lost Info
Competition Rejection
HDR & Panoramas
Utilize Older Software
"RAW" for Delivery
Scaled Down Raw
Outtakes Compression
Alternative to JPEG
LR/ACR Edits in DNG
JPEG to DNG?
Conversion Choices
In ACR
In LR Import
In LR Export
In LR Library Menu
In DNG Converter
Which Choice to Use
DNG Format Versions
DNG Conversion Options
LR on Import
LR on Export
LR Library Menu
LR Checksum Validation
DNG Converter
ACR
Updating DNG Previews
Updating Metadata
Tips & Tricks
Smart Preview Tricks
Validate after Import
Validate Backups
Outdated Software
Summary
Bonus: Version Details
FREE Public Tip
MA_DNG File Format

Watermarking Images

1:11:05 Duration
Introduction
LR: Watermark Editor
Graphic Watermark
LR: Apply on Export
LR: Apply to Print
LR: Apply in Slideshow
LR: Apply in Web
LR: w/Publish Service
LR: Watermark Workflow
LR: Border Effect Tip
PS: Background Removal
PS: Multi-color Logos
PS: Layer Styles
PS: Apply using Library
PS: Change Logo Color
PS: Apply as Brush
PS: Apply using Actions
BR: w/Image Processor
BR: Apply via Batch
Summary
MA_Watermarking Images
logo like thing.jpg
2017_04_Panama-Canal_3953-1.jpg

Actions II

1:17:56 Duration
Introduction
Load & Save Actions
Option-Drag to Duplicate
Playing An Action with an Action
Adding to Existing Action
Disable Steps
Playback Options
Single Step Playback
Record Again
Using Snapshots
Avoiding Trouble
Fit Image
Useful Keyboard Shortcuts
Smart Filters
Conditionals
Conditional Mode Change
Repeat Action
Script Events Manager
Summary
MA_ Actions II

Getting Started with Actions

1:31:37 Duration
Introduction
Actions Panel
Folders
Play Action
Creating Folders
Creating Your First Action
Find Edges in Multiply
Testing An Action
High Pass Sharpening Action
Prompting for Settings
Emboss Action
Changing Step Order
Changing Settings
Layer Name Issues
Frequency Separation Action
Inserting a Stop
Disabling a Stop
Color Wheel Action
Working with Percentages
Desaturate Edges Action
Feather with Preview
Tips & Tricks
Duplicate Documents
Merged Visible Duplicate
Select All Layers
Using Stops
Tool Use
Insert Menu Item
Batch Processing
Lightroom with Droplets
Troubleshooting Actions
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA-Actions.pdf
Actions Practice Images.zip

2017/05 Masters Academy Changes

15:39 Duration
Introduction
Logged Out View
Learn to Love PS Moved
16 Hours of Bonus Videos
Video List Organization
Sort by Topic or Date
5 Hrs of Video Added Today
Watched Icon
Full Site Index
Searchable Table of Contents
Icons Below Video Player
Rewind 30 Seconds
Mark As Watched Icon
Facebook Group Icon
Support Email Icon
Timestamped Share Icon
Bookmarks with Notes
Lesson Duration Listed
Bottom Navigation Changes
Summary
Request for Feedback

Artboards

35:38 Duration
Artboards
VID037-Artboards
Web-pages.psd.zip

Lightroom Photoshop Integration

1:39:08 Duration
Introduction
Quick-Start Workflow
Workflow In-depth
Open as Layers in Photoshop
Working with Smart Objects
Potential Problems & Troubleshooting
Advanced Ideas
FREE Public Tip

the EDGE

Processing Practice: Taiwan

41:52 Duration
Introduction
Lens Corrections & Transformation Panels
Basic Panel
Masked Adjustments
Summary
MA_Processing Taiwan
2024_07_29-Kaohsiung Taiwan.zip

Random Photoshop Tips

33:04 Duration
Introduction
Move Tool Tips
Transform Tips
Measurements & Math
Layers Tips
Preferences
Paintbrush Tips
Spring Loaded Shortcuts
Summary
MA_Random PS Tips

Processing Practice: Manila Philippines

40:58 Duration
Introduction
General Retouching
Repositioning Elements
Masked Adjustments
Summary
MA_Processing Practice-Manila
2024_08 Manila Philippines.zip

Challenge Image: Prom Part 3

21:56 Duration
Introduction
Relighting Faces
Tip: Adjust Mask
Tip: Smooth Transition
Transform Shade to Sun
Soften Hot Highlight
Fix Harsh Lighting
Summary
MA_Challenge Prom 3
prom after retouch

Challenge Images: Misc

39:19 Duration
Introduction
Image 1: Linear Profile
Image 2: Shadow Issues
Image 3: Perspective
Summary
Practice Images.zip

Challenge: Image Blending Tips

43:58 Duration
Introduction
Dual Masks with Group
Raw Curves
Complex Tree Masks
Match Color & Contrast
Contrast Increase
Shift Tree Color
Summary
MA_Blend 2 Images_3

Challenge: Image Blending Part 2

30:20 Duration
Introduction
Brighten Train
Warm Forground Light
De-blue Shadows
Add Spills of Warmth
Fix Uneven Tree
Summary
MA_Blend 2 Images_2

Challenge: Image Blending Part 1

46:32 Duration
Introduction
Stacking as Smart Objects
Aligning the Images
Mask & Crop
Initial Raw Optimizations
Match Mountain Colors & Sky
Add Pink Sky Glow
Fix Mountain Edge
Summary
MA_Blend 2 Images_1
Practice Images.zip

Processing Practice: Dubai Creek Harbor

43:38 Duration
Introduction
Lights Out Mode
Initial Optimizations
Upright Cross
Lots-0-Masking Tips
Upgrade LrC Masks in PS
Summary
MA_Practice Tips
2023_10 Dubai Creek Harbor.dng.zip

Processing Practice: Doha Qatar

31:15 Duration
Introduction
Basic Optimizations
Retouching
Masking
Summary
MA_iPhone Raw Example
2023_10 National Museum Doha Qatar.dng.zip

Generative Fill Actions

30:46 Duration
Introduction
Expanding with AI
Loading the Actions
Description of Actions
How Actions Where Made
MA_Generative Fill Actions
Practice Images & Actions.zip

Presentations in Photoshop

18:08 Duration
Introduction
Full Screen View
Targeting Layers
Slideshow of Layers
Switching Documents
Closing Documents
Layer Comps
Editing Keyboard Shortcuts
Show Mouse Position
Large Thumbnails
Summary
MA_Presentations in PS

Understanding RGB Numbers

38:47 Duration
Introduction
Color Mixing
R=G=B=Gray
Color=Imbalance
Concept Summary
Interpret RGB Numbers
Using the Numbers
Matching Color Spaces
Summary
MA_Understanding RGB Numbers

LR/ACR Retouching & Masked Adjustments Tricks

11:14 Duration
Introduction
Retouch to Recompose
Remove Duplicate Bird
Masked Adjustment + Retouching
Update AI Masks
Summary
MA_Retouching Masking Tricks LR ACR
2012_06 Iceland bird.zip

Masked Curves + Retouch

32:37 Duration
Introduction
Masked Curves in LrC II
Heal Between Images
Clone Source
Adjust Source
Adjust Background
Summary
MA_Masked Curves and Retouch
2011_05 Arches Nationl Park.jpg
2007_09 Iceland 02.jpg
2012_06 Iceland.jpg

Masked Curves in Lightroom

29:49 Duration
Introduction
Import Presets
Range Finder Presets
+ Contrast Presets
Modify Mask
Darken Highlights Presets
How Presets Where Made
Modify Presets
Summary
MA_Masked Curves in LR
Bens Masked Curves.zip
Practice Imags.zip

Selecto-cool Actions

17:57 Duration
Introduction
Reconfigure Select & Mask
Blending Sliders to Mask
Edge Mask
Loading the Actions
Making the Actions
Summary
MA_Selecto-Cool-Actions
Selecto-cool Actions.zip

Advanced Practice: RGB Cube

58:53 Duration
Introduction
Setup Document
6 Step Gradients
Red, Green, Blue Versions
Construct Top Side
Add Black Lines
Construct Left Side
Construct Right Side
Create Layer Camps
Place as Smart Object
Transform
Choose Layer Comp
Repeat for Other Sides
Sunmmary
RGB-Cube.tif

Instagram Panoramas

26:27 Duration
Introduction
Calculate Slice Number
Load PS Actions
Create Droplets
Load Export Presets
Testing
Resulting Files
View on Instagram
Finding Wide Images
Summary
MA_Instagram Panoramas
Bens Instagram Automations.zip

Optimized for Instagram

40:49 Duration
Introduction
Image Size
Aspect Ratio
Color Space
Our Plan
Posting a Tall or Wide Image
PS Crop Presets
PS Letterboxing
PS Letterbox w/Action
PS Create Droplet
LrC Export Presets
LrC Export Letterboxed
LrC Print to File
Summary
MA_Optimized for Instagram
Bens Instagram Letterboxers.zip

Challenge Image: Night Sky in PS

45:45 Duration
Introduction
Create Sky Mask
Create Sky Gradient
Create Pollution Mask
Apply Channel to Mask
Darken Glow
Adjust Saturation
Repeat Process
Fix Sharpening
Clean Up Layers
Summary
MA_Night Sky in PS
Night Sky.zip

Challenge Image: Night Sky

29:27 Duration
Introduction
Detail/Noise
White Balance
Lens Vignetting
Basic Settings
Light Pollution
Overall Brightness
Re-Editing Masks
Summary
MA_Challenge Image-Night Sky
Night Sky.zip

Converting Luminosity Actions to Curves

23:59 Duration
Excuses, excuses
Lesson Introduction
Apply Luminosity Action
Translate to Curves
Simplify Curve
Save Curves Preset
Make Ends Match
Alternative Technique
Improve Standard Actions
Summary
Actions-and-Presets.zip

Advanced Tip Grab Bag

41:56 Duration
Introduction
Match Colors via Highlights
Simple Luminosity Mask
Fine-tune mask
Adjust Mountain Density
Complex Luminosity Mask
Fine-tune Mountains
Inverted Luminosity Mask
Brighten Balloon
Update Base Image
Selective Feathering
Selective Retouching
Summary
MA_Advanced Tip Grab Bag
2009_12 Myanmar.tif

Challenge Image-Flamingos

37:10 Duration
Introduction
Raw Processing
Select Birds
Object Selection Tool
Quick Mask Mode
Select & Mask
Duplicate Smart Object
Transform>Flip
Position Layer
Mask Flipped Image
Healing Brush
Heal Between Docs
Summary
MA_Challenge Image Flamingos
Flamingo.zip

Ben’s Clipping Indicators

30:19 Duration
Introduction
Clipping in ACR/LR
Installing Clipping Library
ACR/LR Style Clipping in PS
Levels Style Clipping
Bens Clipping
Other Useful Lessons
How I Made Them
Summary
MA_Highlight and Shadow Clipping
Bens Clipping Indicators.zip

Panorama Stitch Fixes

38:10 Duration
Introduction
Start Seam Retouch
Align Two Layers
Scale @ Center Point
Heal from Hidden Layer
Start Shadow Fix
Auto-Align Layers
Create Shadow Selection
Refine with QuickMask
Adjust with Curves
Refine Layer Mask
Summary
MA_Pano Stitch Fixes
2013_08_Guerin-Texaco-Service-Station-MN-Pano.jpg
2013_08_Guerin-Texaco-Service-Station-MN_0045.jpg
2013_08_Guerin-Texaco-Service-Station-MN_0042.jpg
2013_08_Guerin-Texaco-Service-Station-MN_0048.jpg

Challenge Image: Glass Panel

47:50 Duration
Introduction
Create Glass Group
Create Green Glass
Define Edge Thickness
Add Reflections
Make Highlights Knockout
Add Variation
Fine-Tune Masks
Add Logo
Summary
MA_Challenge Image Glass Panel
Glass Railing.tif

Challenge Image-Umbrella

50:14 Duration
Introduction
1st Camera Raw Processing
2nd Camera Raw Pass
Tone Down Highlights
Adding Detail to Highlights
Hat Detail
Detail in Umbrella
Retouching
Summary
MA_Challenge Image-Umbrella
Challenge-from-Ian.dng_.zip

Color Rings Tool

16:16 Duration
Introduction
Using the Color Rings
Color Version of Rings
Applying Adjustment
Smart vs Non-Smart Object
Which Tools to Use
Move Between Documents
Control Center Stroke
Store in Library Panel
Summary
MA_Color Rings Tool
Bens-Color-Rings.tif

Advanced Tip Fiesta II

44:55 Duration
Introduction
Colorize
Contrasting Areas
Color Matching
Multi-Adjustments
Blending Adjustment Result
Blend If Sliders
Dual Color Adjustment
Adjusting Opposites
Neutralize Whites
Highlight Adjustments
Transform with Reference
Clone Source
Healing After Adjustment
Blend ACR Settings
Summary
MA_Advanced Tip Fiesta 2
2015-08-Shell-Station-New-Cambria-MO.tif

Advanced Tip Fiesta

35:00 Duration
Introduction
+Contrast
-Saturation
Color Fix
Boosting Color Contrast
Adding Color Tip
2nd Clipped Example
Partial Layer Mask
Web Color Reference
Summary
MA_Advanced Tip Fiesta
2015-08-Shell-Station-New-Cambria-MO.tif

PS Keyboard Challenge

51:26 Duration
Introduction
New Document
Opening Images
Scaling Images
Moving Between Documents
Images from Lightroom
Selections
ACR
Changing Layers
Selection Trick
Cropping
Adding Texture
Switching Documents
Stacking Order
Delete Layer
Curves
Blending Modes
Layer Groups
Manual Drop Shadow
Layer Visibility
Layer Styles
Layer Issues
Adding Text
Luminosity Masks
Save
Summary
MA_Keyboard Shortcuts-MAC
MA_Keyboard Shortcuts-PC

Extreme Editing Workflow

1:01:29 Duration
Introduction
Evaluating 1st Approach
Vector Masks
Gradient Layer Mask
Feather Vector Mask
Refine Vector Mask
Unlinked Layer Mask
Change Approach
Empty Adj Layers
Create Group
Knockout Shallow
A New Approach
Repeat
Create Template Layer
Adjust Opacity
Complex Knockouts
Mini Summary
Grayscale + Split Toning
Photoshop Crashes
Summary
MA_Extreme Editing Workflow
2018_06_08-Salk Institute.zip

Control Lightroom via MIDI Controller

49:20 Duration
Introduction
Template Overlay
Library Module Use
Develop Module Use
Install & Configure
Download
Overlay File
Install Profiles
Install Software
Load LR Settings
In Use
Summary
MA_Control-LR-Via-MIDI
Xtouch Mini Overlay.tif
MIDI2LR Setup.zip

Retouch & Adjust

45:23 Duration
Introduction
Retouching
Clone Source Panel
Multiple Clone Sources
Select Adjustment Area
Match Colors
Blending Sliders
Summary
MA_Retouch and Adjust
2013_09_16 Creston IA Phillips 66.jpg

Making Glass Transparent

39:47 Duration
Introduction
Isolate Solid Areas
Color Range
QuickMask Mode
Select & Mask
Isolate Glass Vace
Add Glass Highlights
Add Glass Shadows
Add Water
Clean Up Results
Organize Layers
Summary
MA_Making Glass Transparent
Practice Images.zip

Curves Comparison Concept

28:49 Duration
Introduction
Essential Concepts
Comparison Concepts
Constructing the Document
Make Gradients
Find DIfference
Tweak Brightness
Hide CMY
Limitations
Rasterize Gradient
Summary

Curves Comparison Tool

34:08 Duration
Introduction
Curves Comparison Tool
Levels Equivalent
Exposure Equivalent
Brightness & Contrast Equivalent
Invert Equivalent
Posterize Equivalent
Threshold Equivalent
Gradient Map Equivalent
Impossible to Do in Curves
Photo Filter Equivalent
Color Balance Equivalent
Color Lookup Table Equivalent
Tree Example Image
Snow Example Image
Hazy Trees Example
Summary
Curves Active Comparison Tool.tif
MA_Curves-Comparison-Tool
2006_06 Canyonlands.jpg
2007_09 Iceland.jpg
2009_12 Myanmar-Burma.jpg

PS/LR Automated Layout

38:56 Duration
Introduction
LR Export Preset
Create Action
Pattern Background
Create Layout
Populate Layout
Add Drop Shadows
Add Text
Test Action
Fine-Tune Results
Summary
Bonus Failure
MA_LR PS Layout Automation

Detail Visualizations II

1:06:08 Duration
Introduction
Detail Visualization Idea
Gradient Map Creation
Creating ACR/LR Profile
Use in Camera Raw
Use in Lightroom
Related to Curves
Examples
Summary
MA_Detail Visualizations II
Detail Visualizations.ZIP

Detail Visualizations

1:03:40 Duration
Introduction
Detail Visualization Layer
Histograms
Clipping Displays
Highlight Detail
Yellow=Solid White
Orange=Brilliantly Bright
Green=Bright Easy Detail
Non Bright Areas
Darken Orange Areas
Highlight Examples
Shadow Detail
Red=Solid Black
Blue=Difficult Detail
Brighten Blue Areas
Detail Visualization Action
Optimizing Brightness
Examples
Customize Adjustment Layer
Summary
MA_Detail Visualizations
Visualize Detail Regions.ZIP

Challenge Image: Face Swap

1:03:50 Duration
Introduction
Adjust in ACR
Load as Layers
Align Images
Masking
Scale & Rotate
Refine Mask
Retouch
Face Replacement
Blending
Summary
MA_Challenge Image Face Swap

LR to Photoshop Cropping

1:18:32 Duration
Introduction
Uncropping a Smart Object
Maintaining Position
Reveal All
Crop Causes Problems
Uncrop Action
Crop Layer
Cropped Masks
Keep Crop in Lightroom
LR->PS Roundtrip
Summary
Supplement: LR->PS
Supplement: Actions
MA_LR to PS Cropping
Uncrop Raw SO.zip

Perspective Correction

1:04:30 Duration
Introduction
Panorama Stitch
Adaptive Wide Angle
Adjust Angle
Vanishing Point
Checking Perspective
Fine-tune Perspective
Summary
3-Point Perspective
MA_Perspective Correction
2012_05 Sinclair Station Augurn IN.tif

Challenge Image-Texaco Retouch

1:14:15 Duration
Introduction
Crop Layer
Retouch Overlay
Retouching Overview
Spot Healing Brush
Clone Stamp Tool
Clone Source
Shape As Guide
Flip Vertical
Layer Mask
Adding Shadow
Healing Brush
Hue/Saturation
Clean Up Layers
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Challenge Image Texaco
2012_05 Texaco Station Weir KS.jpg
2017_10_30-Texaco Station Driftwood TX.jpg

Challenge Image: Splash

43:00 Duration
Introduction
Create Top Water
Isolate Water Splash
Refine Selection
Select & Mask
Add Layer Mask
Try Lighten Mode
Decontaminate Colors
Refine Layer Mask
Construct New Background
Limit Decontamination
Add Water Drops
Summary
MA_Splash Challenge
Splash Challenge.jpg

Challenge Image-Background Blur

1:26:21 Duration
Introduction
ACR Basic Tab
ACR Adjustment Brush
Select Subject
Tilt-Shift Blur
Preventing Glowing Halos
Adding Noise
Field Blur
Vignette Edge
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Challenge Image Blur Background
Child with Balloons.zip

Challenge Image-Hummingbird

51:33 Duration
Introduction
Lightroom vs ACR
ACR Basic Tab
ACR HSL Tab
ACR Detail Tab
Add New Background
Select>Focus Area
Select & Mask
Blur New Background
Adjusting Transparency
Transparent Colors
Summary
MA_Challenge Image-Bird
Challenge Bird Images.zip

Challange Image-B&W

49:42 Duration
Introduction
Remove Color
Full Brightness Range
Shadows/Highlights
Curves
Masking Table
Masks as Selections
Dual Layer Masks
Complex Vignette
Gradient Map
Summary
MA_Challenge Image Black and White
Black and White.jpg

Image Size Calculations

24:11 Duration
Introduction
Floorplan to Scale
Same Size in 3 Files
Summary
MA_Image Size Calculations
Ben at Madonna Inn.jpg
Ben-Napa2
Nomad02

Multi-processed Raw

54:55 Duration
Introduction
Capturing the Image
HDR vs Single Shot
Exposure Blending
Masking Techniques
Refinements & Tracking
Finishing Touches
Retouching
Summary
MA_Multi-Processed Raw
Peninsula Pure.zip

Challenge Images: Spider Web & Distortion

26:12 Duration
Introduction
Architectual Distortion
Spider Web Selection
Summary
MA_Challenge Images_Building and Spiderweb
Practice Images 1.zip

Advanced History Techniques

49:07 Duration
Introduction
History Basics
Fill From History
Clear History
History Brush
Multi-Layered Images
Snapshot Options
Merged Snapshot
Current Layer Snapshot
Empty Layers
Dimensions & Color Mode
Art History Brush
Dragging Snapshots
History Log
Summary
FREE Public Tip
MA_Advanced History Techniques
Bus Before Paint.jpg
2017_03_Punta del Este Uruguay_0286.jpg
Color Swirl.tif
_MG_0172.jpg
Business Cards.tif

Challenge Images: Portrait Restoration

45:15 Duration
Introduction
Horse Image
Portrait Restoration
Retouching
Tonal Enhancement
Summary
MA_Challenge Images_Retouching
Horse.jpg
Madison.jpg
Portrait.jpg

Challenge Images: Beach Huts & Rome Stairway

49:19 Duration
Introduction
Beach Shacks
Missing Profiles
Removing Trash Bin
Removing Seaweed
Using Clone Source
Aligned Checkbox
Starcase Image
Hue/Saturation
Tone Down Distractions
Paint with Color
Remove Distractions
Copy/Paste Retouching
Transform Pivot Point
Blending Mode Alignment
Summary
MA_Challenge Images: Beach Huts_Rome Stairway
rome.jpg
beachhuts.jpg

Understanding the HSB/HSL Filter

36:51 Duration
Introduction
HSL/HSB Filter Concept
RGB Original
Convert RGZB to HSB
HSB Concept
Brightness vs Luminosity
Filter Summary
Full Color View
HSB Channels
Saturation Adjustment
Curves RGB = HSB
Converting back to RGB
Analyzing the Results
Composite View Useless
Acquiring HSLHSB Filter
Mellow Color to B&W
Duplicate Layer First
Saturation Mask
Vibrance Alternative
Refining the Mask
Summary
MA_HSB HSL Filter
2018_04 Winslow AZ 8682.jpg

Challenge Image: Sunset

33:30 Duration
Introduction
Before/After
Exposure
Contrast
Whites
Vibrance/Saturation
White Balance
Highlights
Graduated Filter
Adjustment Brush
Refinements
HSL
Noise Reduction
Summary
MA_Sunset-Challenge.pdf
2018_05_23-Joshua Tree CA 9111.zip

Color Matching & Retouching

54:51 Duration
Introduction
LR/ACR Processing
Transform
Basic Panel
Adjustment Brush
Cropping

PS Wires Retouch
PS Tower Retouch
Inspect Retouch Results
Match Body Colors
Curves Attempt
Hue/Sat
Heal Transition
Match Roof Colors
Curves Adjustment
Heal Transition
Car Retouch
Copy/Paste Cloning
Blending Modes
Transform Smart Object
Mask Result
Summary
MA_Color Matching and Retouch
Field Bros Service Station.zip

Panorama Stitch & Retouch

42:17 Duration
Introduction
ACR Pano Stitch
LR Pano Stitch
Optimize in ACR
Open as Layers in PS
Auto-Align Layers
Mask Results
Puppet Warping
Correct Distortion
Manual Alignment
Difference Mode
Edit>Transform
Edit>Distort
Mask Empty
Unlink Mask
Puppet Warp
Retouch Pole
Detailed Review
Summary
MA_Yoga Stitch
Yoga Stitch Images.zip

Challenge Image: Skin & Face Issues

43:05 Duration
1st Image Introduction
Heal & Fade
Clone Stamp
Color Refinements
2nd Image Introduction
Gray vs Color Concepts
Enhance to Separate Skin
Mask from Channel
Refine Channel
Channel to Selection
Refine Image
Channel Mixer
Image to Selection
Refine Mask
Color Refinements
Cleanup Layers
Summary
MA_Challenge Image Skin and Face
Face Image.jpg
Fencing Image.jpg

Challenge Image: Fix Crop & Frame

35:10 Duration
Introduction
Dupe & Flip
Compare with Underlying
Scale to Align
Reveal All
Layer Mask
Merged Visible Duplicate
Repeat Dupe/Flip
Adjust Crop
Fix Corners
Fix Edges
Copy Merged
Puppet Warp
Use Smart Object
Summary
Non-Destructive?
Submit Your Images
MA_Challenge Image-Fix Crop Frame
Dove.jpg

This vs That

54:19 Duration
Introduction
Opacity vs Flow
Opacity vs Fill
Invert vs Inverse
Crop vs Trim
Layer Mask vs Vector Mask
Layer Effect vs Layer Style
Assign vs Convert to Profile
Summary
FREE Public Tip
This vs That.pdf

Slideshow Sequencing

33:06 Duration
Introduction
Folder Organization Overview
Stack Similar Images
Work from a Collection
Establishing Shot
Connect by Shape
Connect by Subject
Answer a Question
Connect by Theme
Same Subject
Details
Connect with Color
Day to Night
Color Consistency
More Ideas
Sequencing Mindset
Finalizing
LR Slideshow Module
LR Save as Slideshow Collection
Optimize Slideshow
Bridge Mindset
Batch Rename
Other Approaches
Summary
MA-Slideshow Sequencing.pdf

Hyper-Smart Workflow

18:40 Duration
Introduction
Smart Previews
Export to Photoshop
Creating a New Document
Replace Contents
Save Meta Data to File
Summary
V028 Hyper Smart Workflow.pdf

HDR & Mixed Lighting

38:40 Duration
Introduction
HDR Overview
Perspective Correction
Dual White Balance
Retouching
Tonal Refinements
Adjusting Neon
More Refinements
Selecting Complex Trees
Summary
V027 HDR & Mixed Lighting.pdf
VID027-HDR & Mixed Lighting.dng

Architectural Distortion & Retouching

27:23 Duration
Intro & Overview
Correcting Vertical Lines
Replacing Missing Content from Second Image
Filling Empty Areas
Summary
V021-Architectural Distortion & Retouching
VID021-practice Images.zip

Paint Job Simulations

57:31 Duration
Intro & Overview
Multiply Mode with Groups
Changing a car to a solid color
Changing to white
Chroming Bumpers
Linked Smart Objects
Layer Comps & InDesign
Summary
VID013-Blue-Bus.jpg
VID013-White-Bus.jpg
VID013-Bus-Drawing-1.jpg
VID013-Bus-Drawing-2.jpg

ACR/Lightroom Changes and Adjustment Tips

1:06:36 Duration
Introduction
Guided Transformations in ACR & LR
Isolated Adjustments in ACR & LR
Isolated Adjustment Tips
Moving Mask from LR to PSD
VID007-Fix Dullness.dng
VID007-Convert to Photoshop.dng
VID007-Guided Correciton.dng
VID007-Fix Verticals.dng
VID007-Adj Brush.dng

Making a Gray Sky Blue

53:40 Duration
Intro & Overview
Open As Smart Object or Not?
Turn gray sky blue
Fix lens flare
Remove Edge Artifacts
Refine Results
Summarize Project Steps
VID06-Gray-Sky-Blue.jpg