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Take your photos to the next level with these innovative, step-by-step editing guides for Photoshop, Lightroom and many other post-processing photography tools.

8 Common Scenarios Where Photographers Use Masking

8 Common Scenarios Where Photographers Use Masking

Masking is one of the most powerful tools in any photo editing workflow. Whether you’re using Lightroom, Photoshop, or another editing app, masks let you apply changes selectively—so you’re not affecting the whole image when you only want to target one part. Also keep in mind that this in-depth guide on Understanding Masking in Photo […]

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How to Use Autopilot in the Photo AI Editor

How to Use Autopilot in the Photo AI Editor

Photo AI’s new Autopilot feature makes photo editing faster and smarter. Whether you’re working with high-ISO images, fast action shots, or lower-resolution files, Autopilot automatically analyzes your image and recommends the best enhancements—like denoising, sharpening, upscaling, and lighting adjustments. With just one click, you get a professionally enhanced result that you can still fine-tune manually. […]

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Masking: The Secret to Perfect Photos

Masking: The Secret to Perfect Photos

I think we can all agree that our goal is to make our photos as perfect as possible. Some of that process occurs within the camera. However, in the era of digital photography, we are given far greater tools to work with than our previous brethren had with just film. The key to perfection is […]

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How to Remove RAW Noise from Low-Light Photography

How to Remove RAW Noise from Low-Light Photography

Shooting in RAW gives you the most control in post-processing—but it also often means dealing with aggressive noise, especially in low-light or high-ISO situations. That’s where Photo AI’s RAW Denoise models come in. It is currently $30 off if you try it on any of your photos. Built specifically for RAW Bayer sensor data, these […]

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History of Masking Techniques in Photo Editing

History of Masking Techniques in Photo Editing

The art of photography has been inseparable from the techniques employed in editing and post-production. Among these, masking stands out as an invaluable tool that has allowed photographers to perfect their images, manipulate backgrounds, and create composite pictures with intricate detail. But masking in photo editing isn’t something that came about overnight; it has a […]

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How to Remove Dust & Scratches: Photo Restoration

How to Remove Dust & Scratches: Photo Restoration

Old family photos, scanned film, or even shots from dusty camera gear often come with visible imperfections—scratches, dust spots, and surface damage that distract from the image itself. With Photo AI 4’s brand-new Dust & Scratch tool, you can now restore these photos quickly and accurately using AI—without losing the original character of the image. […]

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Understanding an Essential Photo Editing Skill: Masking

Understanding an Essential Photo Editing Skill: Masking

Achieving perfect photography requires more than just in-camera skills in today’s environment. Yes, even the professionals now rely on post-production skills to PERFECT their images. One of the most important photo editing skills to learn is called “Masking” and this in-depth guide is here to help photographers master it. “This is THE no.1 editing skill […]

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How to Fix Blurry Photos with Super Focus

How to Fix Blurry Photos with Super Focus

Even the best photographers occasionally miss focus. Whether it’s a quick candid, a long exposure with motion blur, or a slightly soft portrait, blurry photos can be frustrating—especially when they capture important or once-in-a-lifetime moments. That’s where Super Focus v2 in Topaz Photo AI comes in. It is currently $30 off if you try it […]

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Photographers: This AI Tool Just Got a Big Upgrade

Photographers: This AI Tool Just Got a Big Upgrade

In photo editing news, the latest release of Photo AI (version 4) introduces several powerful tools and improvements designed to enhance image editing capabilities. This update brings a number of notable improvements aimed at refining both functionality and experience. They are also offering it at $30 off today to celebrate the release if you […]

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Milky Way Photography & Photo Editing Tips

Milky Way Photography & Photo Editing Tips

Milky way season is in full-effect so I thought I’d share a few pointers that I’ve learned about shooting and processing it. “But Steve, what the heck is milky way season?” Good question. It’s the time of year when the galactic core is visible and it runs from Feb/March til around Oct/Nov. Us southern-hemispherites are […]

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