Terry demonstrated Prompt to Edit in Lightroom Desktop, including an impressive example where he restored and colorized an old family photo using a series of prompts. He also showed Open Eyes, which can use reference photos from your own library to fix a shot where someone blinked, and Animate, a Lightroom mobile feature that can turn a still photograph into a short video.

With new features appearing across different versions of Lightroom, Terry also broke down what’s currently available in Lightroom Desktop, Lightroom Classic, and Lightroom mobile. He explained which features are still in Early Access, how generative credits come into play, and some of the current limitations to keep in mind.

There’s a lot happening in the Lightroom world right now, and this episode is a great way to see some of these new tools in action and get a clearer picture of where you can actually use them.

Watch the replay below.

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I’ll be leading a walk right here in Tampa Bay, and we’ve got a really fun route planned. We’re starting on the far side of the Tampa Convention Center, right where the Riverwalk begins, then winding our way down the Riverwalk photographing some of the local architecture, including the Glazer Children’s Museum and Curtis Hixon Park. We’ll take it at a leisurely pace and wrap up around lunchtime at Armature Works, which is just such a cool place to hang out, with plenty of food options for everybody.

This has always been one of my favorite days of the year. We get to go out, make pictures, meet other photographers, make some new friends, and at the same time raise money for the kids at Springs of Hope Kenya. That’s really what this whole thing is about, and I’m so grateful to everyone who is walking, leading, and donating this year.

If you’re not signed up yet, there’s still time to find a walk (or lead one!) near you—registration closes at 12:01 AM EDT on Saturday.

Before you head out tomorrow, here are a few quick things to help make sure you’re ready:

Get Your Gear Ready Tonight

Charge those batteries, clean your lenses, clear your memory cards, and pack a backup card and battery if you have them. You don’t need a bunch of gear, either. Bring whatever camera you enjoy shooting with, even if that’s just your phone.

Check the Weather

Take a quick look at the forecast tonight so you know what you’re getting into. Sunscreen, a hat, rain gear, an extra layer — whatever makes sense where you’ll be walking.

Wear Comfortable Shoes

Trust me on this one. You’ll be doing a lot of walking, and this is not the day to discover those shoes you thought were comfortable really aren’t.

Bring Water

Stay hydrated! Bring plenty of water with you, especially if it’s going to be warm where you’re walking. It makes a big difference in how much you enjoy the day.

Most Importantly, Stay Safe

Watch where you’re walking, look out for the other photographers in your group, and don’t get so wrapped up in making a shot that you forget what’s happening around you. We want everybody to have a fantastic day and get home safely.

Don’t Forget the Group Shot!

Please take a group photo during your walk! We absolutely love seeing all those groups of photographers from cities around the world, so share yours on social and tag us so we can see it.

And Pick Your Best Shot!

The 2026 Worldwide Photo Walk Contest opens tomorrow at 10:00 AM EDT, so after your walk, go through your images and pick your favorite. You’ll be able to submit one image for a chance to win some really great prizes from our sponsors. You have until October 17 at 11:59 PM EDT to submit your favorite image, and I’ll announce the winner and 10 finalists live on The Grid, October 29 at 1:00 PM EDT.

Get the contest details and submit your image here.

Now get those batteries charging, get some rest, and have a fantastic Photo Walk tomorrow!

Cheers,

-Scott

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Terry White has already jumped in and put together a great look at what’s new, so rather than me trying to explain it all here, I’m sharing his video below. Thanks, Terry, for getting us up to speed!

A few of the highlights include:

• Improved Reflection Removal in Lightroom and Lightroom Classic, with cleaner results and fewer smudges and ghosting artifacts.
• Prompt to Edit in Lightroom Desktop, an Early Access feature that lets you describe the edits you want to make using text prompts. Adobe says it can handle things like dust and scratch repair, color restoration, unblurring, sky replacement, and more.
• Faster masking selections in Lightroom Classic, with new Check All and Check None options for People and Landscape masks.
• Photo to Video/Animate (Mobile & Desktop), which lets you add motion to still photos and customize things like camera movement and speed.
• Open Eyes with Reference Photos (Mobile), which can use another photo of the same person as a reference to fix closed eyes.

There’s also expanded support for new cameras and lenses, along with the usual bug fixes and performance improvements.

Check out Terry’s video below for a closer look at the new features and how they work.

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In his new class, photographer and filmmaker Aundre Larrow shows you how to use the iPhone already in your pocket to capture that process without slowing down or distracting from the actual shoot.

Aundre walks through built-in iPhone features for behind-the-scenes capture, including Dual Capture, the Action button, and screen recording. He also shares some of the apps he uses to plan lighting, scout locations, and diagram his setups before and during a shoot.

Just as importantly, you’ll see how he approaches capturing the process while still keeping his attention where it belongs: on making the photograph.

Whether you’re simply sharing your photography with friends and followers or creating content to show potential clients and brands how you work, it’s a great look at how your iPhone can become another useful tool in your photography workflow. You can watch the first lesson for free.

Watch It Today!

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There’s plenty for Lightroom users to pick up throughout the critiques. Scott demonstrates how masking, gradients, and targeted adjustments can help direct the viewer’s eye, including a look at some of Lightroom’s lesser-known masking tools. He also shows how to bring a washed-out image back to life and use color adjustments to create a warmer, golden-hour look.

But the biggest lesson isn’t about a particular Lightroom tool. Scott and Erik repeatedly come back to the importance of knowing exactly what your subject is and eliminating anything that competes for attention. Sometimes that means masking or adjusting the light, and sometimes the best solution is simply a better crop.

It’s a great episode for seeing how relatively small editing decisions can help turn a good photograph into a much stronger one.

Watch the replay below.

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In this new course, legendary wildlife photographer Richard Bernabe joins Scott Kelby to go through Richard’s own portfolio and talk about what makes the images work. From jaguars in the Pantanal and polar bears in Svalbard to lions in the Masai Mara, you’ll hear the stories behind the photographs and, more importantly, the decisions Richard made when creating them.

Richard and Scott look at how shooting from a low angle can put you eye-to-eye with your subject, how gesture and light bring energy to a frame, and how the right crop can pull the viewer into the photograph. They also explore why getting closer isn’t always the answer and when including more of the environment can tell a stronger story.

It’s a great opportunity to look beyond camera settings and gear and spend some time thinking about what actually makes a wildlife photograph connect with the viewer. Watch them tell you more about it below, and then check it out. You can watch the first lesson for free.

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In his new class, Adobe’s Russell Preston Brown starts with an iPhone, one continuous light, and a tripod to photograph model and professional bubbleologist Kirk Marsh. Russell shows you how to shoot 48-megapixel raw on the iPhone and create split, Rembrandt, loop, and butterfly lighting using just that single light.

Then the fun really starts.

Russell takes the photographs into Lightroom and Photoshop, where he uses Adobe Firefly and Generative Fill to build on what he captured in camera. You’ll see how he adds lighting that wasn’t there during the shoot and creates elements for the scene without changing his original subject.

It’s a great example of how a strong photograph and a little imagination can become something completely different. Watch Russell tell you more about it below, and then check it out. You can watch two lessons from the course for free.

Watch it today!

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We’ve got an incredible group of instructors this year teaching Photoshop, Lightroom, photography, AI, creativity, business, and a whole lot more, live, across three tracks, for four days. I’ll be teaching, too, including a pre-conference session on Monday, and I’m really looking forward to getting everybody together again.

And there’s plenty happening outside the classes. We’ve got our Pre-Conference Meet-Up, Keynote presented by Adobe, PSW Film Fest, An Evening with Richard Bernabe, Late Night with Larry Becker & Guests, the Guru Awards, and all the other things that make Photoshop World feel like Photoshop World.

That community part is a big deal for us. The chats are open throughout the conference, so you can talk with instructors, ask questions, catch up with old friends, meet some new ones, and be part of everything happening live.

One Last Chance to Save $200

If you haven’t signed up yet, our final $200-off offer ends Sunday, September 13 at 11:59 PM EDT.

Check out my video below, and I’ll tell you a little more about what we’ve got planned. Then grab your ticket and come hang out with us starting Monday. And remember, you’ll have access to the replays for a full year, so you can go back and watch anything you missed (or watch your favorites again).

Get your Photoshop World ticket here.

Hope to see you there!

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That’s the idea behind Moose Peterson’s new course. Instead of figuring out exposure, focal length, or your gear when the action starts, Moose shows you how to make those decisions ahead of time.

You’ll learn how he prepares his cameras before heading into the field, from firmware checks and sensor cleaning to working with long lenses and getting exposure dialed in. Moose also covers using flash for color, choosing between teleconverters and crop mode, and even shares his teddy bear exercise for practicing exposure before the real wildlife shows up.

The goal is to make the technical side of photography second nature, so when the moment happens, you’re free to concentrate on the subject and the story.

Watch Moose tell you more about it below, and then check it out today (you can watch the first lesson for FREE)!

Watch It Here!

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Kevin covered one of the biggest questions photographers have when shooting waterfalls: what shutter speed should you use? Rather than relying on one setting for every scene, he explained how different shutter speeds change the look and feel of moving water and why experimenting with several exposures can give you more options.

He also shared why a polarizing filter is one of his most important tools for waterfall photography, how overcast and even rainy conditions can work in your favor, and why finding a strong foreground can add depth and dimension to the scene. Kevin even shared tips for photographing waterfalls at night for a completely different look.

Scott and Erik also shared the latest news on the 18th annual Worldwide Photo Walk, happening Saturday, October 3, plus updates on Photoshop World and upcoming photography workshops and events.

If waterfalls are on your shooting list, this episode has plenty of ideas to try the next time you head out.

Watch the replay below.

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