Photoshop For Digital Photographers

Fixing Flash Highlights

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:35:00 -0700

Here's a technique that will help you to fix the highlights that are created when taking flash photography.

HDR Part 2 (Photomatix Pro)

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:10:00 -0700

Today we'll be looking at a 3rd party application which simplifies the HDR process.

HDR Part 1

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:10:00 -0700

We'll be taking an extensive look at the process of creating HDR images. Take note that Photoshop doesn't do a good job of creating HDR's. We'll also explore other 3rd party options for better results.

How To Scan Images Directly into Photoshop

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:45:00 -0700

Digitize your images by scanning them directly into Photoshop. Learn how to scan multiple images all at the same time.

Improve The Midtone Contrast of Your Images

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:45:00 -0700

You can really improve the midtone contrast of your images just by following a few simple step. Watch this tutorial to find out how.

How To Create High Key Black and White Images

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:45:00 -0700

Here's a creative way to enhance color images. Turn them into high key black and white images using the techniques described in this tutorial.

Applying Makeup in Photoshop

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 09:45:00 -0700

Change the appearance of your subjects by changing their makeup. This tutorial will show you how to apply makeup to the lips, cheeks, and eyes.

How to Soften Skin

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 08:45:00 -0700

Dramatically improve your portraits by softening the skin of your subjects. It's quick and easy to accomplish.

Creative Technique - Combining Two Images

Thu, 29 May 2008 08:15:00 -0700

If you plan your photo shoot correctly you will be able to easily combine two or more images together in Photoshop

Sharpening images using the High Pass Filter

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:15:00 -0700

Here's a great technique for sharpening your images.

How to create actions

Thu, 15 May 2008 10:45:00 -0700

Actions can save you lots of time by recording repetitive tasks. In this tutorial we will show you the basics of creating and running your own actions.

Replace ordinary skylines with dramatic skies

Tue, 06 May 2008 11:45:00 -0700

Here's a way to take your plain skies and turn them into dynamic skies.

How To Use The Quick Selection Tool

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:45:00 -0700

In Photoshop CS3 a new selection tool was introduced, it's called The Quick Selection Tool. Watch this tutorial and see how it works.

How to Correctly Resize an Image

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 07:45:00 -0700

Here's a technique that will allow you to resize your images to get the best possible output. It's quick, easy and most importantly it's fool proof.

Duotones, Tritones, and Quadtones

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 09:09:00 -0700

Enhance your black and white photography by using duotones, tritones, and quadtones. They are easy to apply and fun to experiment with, so don't miss this episode.

Simulating A Graduated Neutral Density Filter

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 08:25:00 -0700

Forgot your graduated neutral density filter on your last shoot? Don't sweat it, you can simulate it in Photoshop.

Nik Color Efex Pro 3.0

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 08:10:00 -0700

Here's an outstanding plug-in to use in Adobe Photoshop. Get professional results in minutes by using this product.

Tips for Retouching Old Photographs

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:45:58 -0700

Retouching old photos in Photoshop is easy if you know which tools to use. In this tutorial we will show you a couple of techniques for restoring your old photographs.

How To Make Simple Curve Adjustments

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:15:58 -0700

A simple curve adjustment can make a dramatic difference in your images. In this tutorial we are going to show you the basics of the curve adjustment layer and how to get the most impact from using them.

Creating Photo Illustrations in Photoshop

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 11:30:58 -0700

Give your photographs an illustrative edge look using Photoshop CS2 or CS3.

Rendering Lighting Effects in Photoshop

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 10:30:58 -0700

Forgot your lighting equipment or just don't have lighting equipment? Not to worry, instead use the Lighting Effects filter found within Photoshop

The 60 Second Wow! Technique

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 10:30:58 -0700

Here's a technique that you can do in 60 seconds that will boost the colors and sharpen your image in no time flat. We'll be looking at such concepts as LAB mode and Smart Sharpen.

How To Improve Contrast In Your Images

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 10:30:58 -0700

Photoshop has some very powerful tools that will allow you to dramatically improve the contrast of your images.

Create Photography Websites with Photoshop

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 10:50:58 -0700

Photoshop makes creating website pages a snap with the slice tool. See how to get your Photoshop documents on to the web.

Creating Panoramas in CS3

Tue, 5 Feb 2008 10:50:58 -0700

Wow you have to see how the photomerge script in Photoshop CS3 has changed! Taking and making panoramic images couldn''t be easlier.

Creating A "Border Breakout" Effect

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 10:50:58 -0700

Want to impress your family and friends? The border breakout effect can take all sorts of photos and turn them into something spectacular.

Color Management Part 2

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:50:58 -0700

In part 2 of our color management series we'll be looking at printing profiles and how to set up your print drivers.

Color Management Part 1

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 17:50:58 -0700

Learn how to color manage your images in Photoshop. In this two part tutorial we will be looking at how to manage and print your images.

Camera Raw Secrets

Wed, 9 Jan 2008 17:50:58 -0700

Learn how to manage your images through camera raw. Here we will teach you how to keep your editing options open.

Preparing Images for the Web

Wed, 2 Jan 2008 15:54:47 -0700

Happy New Year! Learn how optimize your images for the web. In this tutorial you will learn how to optimize your jpeg images to give the best possible quality at the smallest download size.

Radial Blur Filter

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 15:52:26 -0700

Create motion in your images by using the radial blur filter.

Using Blend Modes

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 12:35:43 -0700

If you haven't experimented with blend modes here's your opportunity to try it out. Blend modes can take a boring image and turn it into a work of art. Just watch and see.

Straighten Up That Image

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:22:05 -0700

Have you ever taken a shot where the horizon just isn’t horizontal? Here’s a quick and easy way to straighten your images.

Using Photo Filters

Wed, 5 Dec 2007 16:15:44 -0700

The photo filter option seems to be one of the under used options in Photoshop. Photo Filters are easy to apply and easy to customize.

Sun Block Removal

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 15:39:31 -0700

How do you remove a heavy coat of sun block from a person’s face? Watch this tutorial to find out.

How to simulate depth-of-field

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 20:52:43 -0700

Shallow depth-of-field is always best when achieved in your camera, but in some cases it’s just not possible to capture. In this tutorial we’ll show you a handy technique to simulate shallow depth-of-

Correcting a color cast

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 08:42:27 -0700

Tricky lighting conditions and incorrect white balance settings can cause a color cast to your image. Find out in this tutorial how to quick fix your image.

Fixing bloodshot eyes

Tue, 6 Nov 2007 11:12:01 -0700

In this tutorial we will show you how to fix bloodshot eyes.

The 9 step workflow - Part 2

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 16:24:54 -0700

In part two of our workflow tutorial we’ll be looking at local color adjustments, cloning and clean up, dodging and burning, noise reduction, and finally, sharpening.

The 9 step workflow - Part 1

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 17:44:41 -0700

Learn the 9 steps to a finished image. This is a two part tutorial that will show you our 9 step workflow process to get the most out of your image editing.

Enhance the color of your images

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:58:50 -0700

In this tutorial we’ll show you how to quickly enhance the color of your images by making adjustments in LAB mode.

Resizing your images

Tue, 9 Oct 2007 16:29:38 -0700

There are several ways in Photoshop to resize your images. Today we will be looking at using the Resize Image command.

Using the Magnetic Lasso Tool Part 2

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 16:34:00 -0700

In this second tutorial we’ll look at how to refine the edges of our selection.

Using the Magnetic Lasso Tool Part 1

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 15:10:46 -0700

The magnetic lasso tool is one of many image selection tools found within Photoshop. In part 1 of the tutorial we will show you how to make basic selections using the tool.

Using the Clone Stamp Tool

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 10:21:30 -0700

The clone stamp is a powerful tool for modifying your images. Learn the basics of how to use this powerful tool.

How to create layer comps

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 11:46:10 -0700

Layer comps are a great way to save several versions of your image modifications. Once you’re all done you can export the versions out as separate files, PDF documents, or web gallery pages.

Colorize parts of an image

Tue, 4 Sep 2007 17:16:16 -0700

How to convert a color image to black and white and then bring back some of the color elements.

Creating A Contact Sheet

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:47:46 -0700

Learn how to create a contact sheet from a folder or from selected images.

Adding a clipping mask to your image

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 06:52:44 -0700

In this tutorial we will show you how to one image inside another by using clipping masks. We’ll also explore the concept and the use of the spherize filer.

Exploring The Apply Image Command

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 10:51:24 -0700

Learn how to make compelling composite images by using the Apply Image command.

Using The Image Processor

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 15:58:50 -0700

Want to apply an action to multiple photos? It’s a snap if you use the image processor.

Fixing Severe Chromatic Aberrations

Wed, 8 Aug 2007 10:32:46 -0700

Sometimes the Lens Correction filter just isn’t enough when your images have severe chromatic aberrations. They can be fixed however by using the Apply Image setting.

Adding a sepia tone effect to your images

Wed, 1 Aug 2007 13:32:10 -0700

Here’s a simple way to add a sepia tone to your images.

Making Selections

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 11:42:27 -0700

Learn how to make selections from within your images. We will be looking at a few selection tools that are found in CS2 and CS3.

Fixing the blown out areas of an image

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:06:17 -0700

Fixing areas where parts of your image are over exposed or blown out is easy in Photoshop. Sometimes as photographers we are forced to taking images in less than optimal lighting conditions. But do no

Top 10 Tips and Tricks

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:50:11 -0700

Here are the top 10 tips and tricks that I use in my Photoshop workflow to really speed things up. Try them, you’ll like them...

Turn Your Image Into A Gallery Print

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 13:33:02 -0700

Take your favorite image and turn it into a gallery print. We’ll show you how to quickly and easily add text and borders to your favorite images.

How to create a vignette

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 13:58:16 -0700

Photoshop has a very useful filter called lens correction. In that filter you can either fix images with unwanted vignetting or apply vignetting to emphasis a focus point.

Changing Colors

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 13:08:15 -0700

Learn how and when to use the Select Color option. What to turn a shirt or sweater into a different color? Try using the Select Color option.

Taking a few pounds off

Wed, 6 Jun 2007 15:56:37 -0700

What do you do when someone asks if you can make them look thinner? You say yes once you learn this technique in Photoshop.

Setting Up The History Log

Wed, 30 May 2007 14:51:00 -0700

Have you ever spent hours working on an image where you applied multiple adjustments and layers then one day you wanted to re-create that look but couldn’t remember all of the steps? Now you can if yo

Using The Apply Image Option

Wed, 23 May 2007 11:29:26 -0700

Take your creative abilities to the next level by using the Apply Image command. Learn how to experiment with the various blending and color options. Create unique images with just a few clicks of the

The Perfect Portrait

Wed, 16 May 2007 13:30:08 -0700

Family portrait photographers you’re going to love this tutorial. Learn how to merge two images into one to get the perfect image. This tutorial is done in Photoshop CS3 however the same effect can be

How To Use Luminosity To Enhance Your Photos

Tue, 8 May 2007 13:44:25 -0700

Altering the luminosity of your images, especially your landscape images is a unique way to special effects to your photos.

How To Whiten Yellow Teeth

Tue, 1 May 2007 17:44:40 -0700

Learn the secret of how to make teeth white and bright. Have you ever taken a great photograph of someone only to find that their yellow teeth impacts your image? You’ll be amazed at how quickly and e

How to Use Guides

Wed, 25 Apr 2007 10:58:00 -0700

Do you need a simple way to find the center of your image? Do you need to align object or text? This tutorial will show you how to quickly and easily set up guides. Don’t forget to check out all of th

Lighten and Darken Selected Areas

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 15:18:02 -0700

Lighten and darken specific areas of your images with this quick and simple technique. Don’t forget to check out all of the other great tutorials at www.thedigitalphotographyconnection.com.